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Title: What type of electronic call
Post by: jaymark6655 on October 13, 2010, 01:45:16 PM: I have narrowed it down to two, either a FoxPro Spitfire or a Extreme Dimension Phantom Mini Remote. I can't decide. The Phantom has some bear sounds that I would love to try out that the Spitfire doesn't, but is limited to 10 sounds on cards that they make. The Spitfire can hold 24 at a time on a mini SD card with any sound you can find in a wav or mp3 format, but can't play two sounds at once. Open to suggestions, thanks.
Title: Re: What type of electronic call
Post by: BlackRidge on October 13, 2010, 01:50:27 PM: I'm in the same boat

For the price, the spitfire seems like a good choice. I'm fairly new to the world or electronic callers, but haven't heard much about the benefits of using 2 calls at once. I do like the fact you can download new calls from their website, and fill up a few SD cards with everything you think you may need.

I have heard it isnt the loudest unit out there (volume-wise), but that adding an external speaking via the jack can help change that. Also that the remote will work out to around 100yrds, which is a serious plus.

I'd go spitfire, but thats just me :hello: The FX3 (sp?) is supposed to be a lot better, at a slightly increased price.
Title: Re: What type of electronic call
Post by: jaymark6655 on October 13, 2010, 02:25:46 PM: I was just thinking distress mouse would should good with some rustling leaves. Yeah like the FX3, but at $400, my wife might kill me. :(
Title: Re: What type of electronic call
Post by: Gutpile on October 22, 2010, 06:02:18 AM: If you buy anything but a Foxpro you'll just want a Foxpro even more. You can change the sound selection easily. I've seen a lot of guys buy other brands. Your only delaying the inevitable. Get a Foxpro. You wont regret it.
Title: Re: What type of electronic call
Post by: Big10gauge on October 22, 2010, 06:18:28 AM: Foxpro also has superb service if you ever need it. Downloadable sounds etc.
Title: Re: What type of electronic call
Post by: Gutpile on October 22, 2010, 06:24:57 AM: Quote from: Big10gauge on October 22, 2010, 06:18:28 AM
Foxpro also has superb service if you ever need it. Downloadable sounds etc.

Yep, I didn't mention that. They are REALLY great to work with over the phone. I couldn't download my last batch of sounds and they walked me through it without making me feel like the dumda$$ I am.
Title: Re: What type of electronic call
Post by: tlbradford on October 22, 2010, 11:42:43 AM: I talked my buddy into buying the WT Mighty Atom. I am really impressed with the clarity, sound level, and quality of sounds. I prefer the build of the WT with the enclosed housing over the Foxpro CS-24. Having said that, I'm leaning toward the CS-24 when I finally do get an electronic caller. The ability to change sounds easily appeals to me, and WT is fairly expensive with their sound library. I think if they ever offered their sounds for free, they would probably quadruple the sales of their callers.

Of course, I have been saying that I'm going to buy an e-caller for years and have never pulled the trigger.
Title: Re: What type of electronic call
Post by: carpsniperg2 on October 22, 2010, 11:54:32 AM: Quote from: Gutpile on October 22, 2010, 06:02:18 AM
If you buy anything but a Foxpro you'll just want a Foxpro even more. You can change the sound selection easily. I've seen a lot of guys buy other brands. Your only delaying the inevitable. Get a Foxpro. You wont regret it.

x2 and they have a ton of sounds! i am trying not to spend 600.00 and by a prarie blaster :'( i also would suggest saving a little extra green and maybe get the fx3 like said. if not the spitfire will work just fine.
Title: Re: What type of electronic call
Post by: stumprat on October 22, 2010, 05:26:21 PM: I would stay away from those Phantom calls. My wife and kids bought me one for christmas about 5 years ago. JUNK!!!!!!!!

If you can, try to hunt with a few guys and try out a few different calls. Foxpro makes a great call. I liked everything about mine. Except thier remote.

I sold it and bought a Minaska call. And have not looked back.
Title: Re: What type of electronic call
Post by: CamoKevin on October 27, 2010, 12:29:46 PM: Quote from: carpsniperg2 on October 22, 2010, 11:54:32 AM
Quote from: Gutpile on October 22, 2010, 06:02:18 AM
If you buy anything but a Foxpro you'll just want a Foxpro even more. You can change the sound selection easily. I've seen a lot of guys buy other brands. Your only delaying the inevitable. Get a Foxpro. You wont regret it.

x2 and they have a ton of sounds! i am trying not to spend 600.00 and by a prarie blaster :'( i also would suggest saving a little extra green and maybe get the fx3 like said. if not the spitfire will work just fine.

I'm trying to do the same, then i found this place. http://www.theammozone.com/hunting/game-calls-locators/predator-calls-accessories/59064-prairie-blaster-digital-call.html (http://www.theammozone.com/hunting/game-calls-locators/predator-calls-accessories/59064-prairie-blaster-digital-call.html) $440. seemed off so i sent them an email and they have them in stock! i think i will try them but i am still torn between the Prarie Blaster and Fury.....