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[rangerk9]

Howdy,

Anyone have any experience with Click and the Audio Boss - Im system ($169.99)Audio Boss I-m? Please post comments on it. I am thinking about buying it for my ride. I have a Garmin Zumo 550, an Apple I Pod and a Sony Erricson phone. I want connectivity with these and have pilot to passenger comms.

Here are the specs on the Audio Boss:

A. Music Input-Standard 3.5mm Headphones Jack, 3' Adapter Cable Included, Listen to a CD, MP3, Cassette Player, Built-In Audio Amp increases volume of your music device. CD, MP3, Cassette Player not included.

B. Radar Detector Input-Standard 3.5mm Audio Jack, 3' Adaptor Cable Included, Hear your radar warning at all times. Radar detector not included.

C. Mobile Phone Input-Standard 2.5mm Headset Plug. Phones without 2.5mm headset accessory jack may require phone manufacturer's adaptor. See your wireless reseller for details. Mobile phone not included.

D. 2-Way Radio Input-For Bike-to-Bike Communications, Use an FRS, GMRS, CB, Walkie-Talkie or other handheld 2-way radio to talk to fellow riders, Includes 2 different adapter cables for connecting the most popular brands of 2-way radios. 2-Way radio not included.

The AudioBoss AB-1m Includes:

Intercom On/Off and Microphone Sensitivity Control -3 Stage Microphone Control-Use low setting for extra loud environments and high setting when more microphone volume is required.

On-Board FM Radio-On/Off/ Volume Control and Auto Step Button

Mounting Strap

Inputs for 2-way Radio, Wireless Phone, Radar Detector and Music Device (CD, MP3, cassette, etc.) Audio signals are mono in both speakers for easy listening of both music and mono Inputs

Passenger Headset and Push-To-Talk (PTT) Switch Inputs

Driver Headset and Push-To-Talk (PTT) Switch Inputs

Driver Headset Cable -20 inch coiled cable stretches to over 4 feet

Weatherproof 6-pin Mini-DIN Connector

Microphone for Full-Face Style Helmets

Ultra-Thin Dual Speakers (1-3/8" diameter x .25" thick

Boom Microphone for Open-Face 3/4 style Helmets

Driver Push-To-Talk (PTT) Switch Cable 20 inch coiled cable stretches to over 4 feet

Weatherproof 4 pin Mini-DIN Connector

Weatherproof, Handlebar Mount Push-To-Talk (PTT) Switch -Controls transmit (talk) and receive (listen) functions of 2-way radio for bike-to-bike communications. Both driver and passenger can independently control the 2-way radio and talk and listen at the same time over a single 2-way radio. PTT switch features a 12 inch cable

Passenger Headset Cable -6.5 foot straight cable

Passenger Push-To-Talk (PTT) Switch Cable -6.5 foot straight cable

2 way Radio Input Cable - 14" long

2-Way Radio Adapter Cable -Includes 2 different adapter cables for connecting to over 90% of the most popular FRS, GMRS, and other 2-Way Radios. Radio Adapter cables are 20 inch coiled cables that stretch to over 4 feet

Mobile Phone Input Cable - 14 inches long -Standard 2.5mm headset plug compatible with almost all wireless phones, either directly or via an adapter (adapters available from your wireless retailer).

Radar Detector Audio Input Cable - 14 inches long

Radar Detector Adapter Cable - 3 feet long

Music Adapter Cable - 3 feet long Mobile Phone Input -Standard 3.5mm headphones plug for connection to almost any portable CD, MP3 or cassette player

Anyone with experience on this system, please weigh in. Thanks in advance.

Rex

RLTW!!

 

[ponyfool]

I had an Audio Boss on my old bike. To put it plainly, it sucked! When I compare it to the Starcom1 I have now, I mean it REALLY sucked! We're talking chrome off a trailer hitch type of suckiness.

How/why did it suck? Sound quality, terrible. Volume, even worse. Signal prioritization, terrible. The sound would cut in and out randomly. There was no noise cancellation in the mic, so the wind noise for talking on the cell phone would be the only thing people would hear. It was just an all round not good system.

The good parts. The helmet connection appears to be very similar in design to the Starcom1, weather proof 6 pin din type connector.

However, Autocomm has a newer unit called the ST-1 or something like that which is supposed to not suck as bad. But, after my lack of luck with the Audio Boss, I wasn't interested in trying the ST-1. I have the same set up you have (Zumo, cell phone, etc) and for not too much more, got the Starcom1 from Jeff with the forum discount. I couldn't be happier!

 

[FuzzyRider]

However, Autocomm has a newer unit called the ST-1 or something like that which is supposed to not suck as bad. But, after my lack of luck with the Audio Boss, I wasn't interested in trying the ST-1.

I believe you mean Motocomm and not Autocom. Autocom makes great systems - so good in fact that they are anti-sucky to the point of having repulsion technology.

For good comm systems look no further than Starcom or Autocom.

 

[ponyfool]

However, Autocomm has a newer unit called the ST-1 or something like that which is supposed to not suck as bad. But, after my lack of luck with the Audio Boss, I wasn't interested in trying the ST-1.

I believe you mean Motocomm and not Autocom. Autocom makes great systems - so good in fact that they are anti-sucky to the point of having repulsion technology.

For good comm systems look no further than Starcom or Autocom.

You're right, I meant Motocomm.

Autocom was my next choice after Starcom. In fact, there are only two reasons I didn't go with the Autocom. 1- Forum discount on the Starcom. 2- With Jeff's help, I knew EXACTLY what to get. With the Autocom, every dealer I went to was confused as to what parts to get to make it work, and when they did think they got it right, it was a lot more money.

 

[SANFRANFJR]

Just to throw in a different point of view, I have the AudioBoss and it works fine for me.

I'll agree it's not on the level of the other systems (so they say), but then again, you're not paying two or three times the money.

I have my Garmin 2730, Valentine and GMSR routed through it and here's the way I have the unit set up that works

(1) I use earbuds instead of the stock speakers.

(2) I use a toggle to talk switch, not the supplied PTT or the VOX.

Just my 2-cents.

ps. I also found their customer service to be GREAT! Had an issue with a mic, and they replaced the entire mic, speaker assembly no questions asked.

pps. I do wish sometimes it could run off of bike power instead of batteries, but it's not that big of an issue.

Good riding.

Kirk

 

[Feejer/Weejer man]

Keith at Tulsa Truck center sells Autocom at great discounts and sometimes has factory incentives for closeout prices. He knows all about the system and will never steer you wrong. I have bought two systems and accessories from him in the past and got exactly what I was needed very promptly. Plus if you just need info he is more than willing to advise even if you don't buy from him. +1 Mike in Fremont, Ca.

 

[KSFJR]

Keith at Tulsa Truck center sells Autocom at great discounts and sometimes has factory incentives for closeout prices. He knows all about the system and will never steer you wrong. I have bought two systems and accessories from him in the past and got exactly what I was needed very promptly. Plus if you just need info he is more than willing to advise even if you don't buy from him. +1 Mike in Fremont, Ca.

Have to agree. Keith spent quite a bit of time with me and I did not buy at the time. I really like the guy from my conversation and if you get Autocomm, he is your man. After having talked to Bike Effects Jeff, another great guy, I prefer his system and will go with him when the time comes.

Chester

 

[Midlifefjr]

+1 for the Starcom. :clapping:

 

[rangerk9]

All,

Thanks for the feedback...I will have to do more research before committing to a system.

Appreciations,

Rex