I am interested in buying one, but am just wondering what people think of them before I do.
Are they a top tier suppressor in terms of sound reduction?
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I am interested in buying one, but am just wondering what people think of them before I do.
Are they a top tier suppressor in terms of sound reduction?
all the data I've seen has shown the YHM suppressors as being a top value.. but not a top performer.
Any links?
all the data I've seen has shown the YHM suppressors as being a top value.. but not a top performer.I own RDTS, Flemming, AAC, STG, Gemtech, SCR, Vector and YHM cans. IMHO the YHM are not only the best value but perform just as well as the AAC and the Gemtech. As a matter of fact I have less POI change with the YHM then with both the AAC and Gemtech. I have never taken any scientific measurments comparing sound reduction but I am of the opionion that sound reduction is comperable between the YHM, AAC and Gemtech of the same caliper on the same platform. FYI my next supressor purchase will also be from YHM.
Very good suppressors. They are a little heavier than others. The newest Phantom and SS Phantoms weigh 20oz (same as a Gemtech G5). They sound similar to me to the Gemtech G5. The flash hider mounts while kind of ugly works very well. YHM suppressors are a good value for the money.
Everything YHM makes is "good enough for the money". This includes their sights, rails, all their accessories and even their suppressors. Ever notice that people almost always saying things like, "it is a great product for the money" or "its the best product for the price" or even "its the best value".
The sound of their suppressors is, for the most part, okay. In some cases the sound of their suppressors is even a little better than some of the competition. Where they often fall short (IMHO) of being a "best of breed" product is in materials, construction, etc. Their is a difference in grades of SS for example. But the problem is you will never convince the typical bargain shopper who is only motivated by price tag.
One example is over on ar15.com where some idiot was actually arguing that a YHM SS 5.56 suppressor would last the same firing schedule as an AAC M4-2000 with a full Inconel core. It is simply not possible. The Inconel material will outlast the SS material. It withstands the heat and fights the erosion better. There is simply no arguing about it yet some idiot YHM fan doesn't want to admit that his product has inferior materials. That isn't to say his YHM suppressor won't serve him well for a long time. It is just a fact that the one material is superior in erosion resistance than the other material. Yet the guy continues to argue. Makes him look like a moron really.
Buy once cry once, but don't overbuy. If the YHM product does what you want it to do, go for it. It is a "good value" after all. :)
Mark
Sure... I have some links.
www.silencerreasearch.com
Sign up for the $30 review access. Read the spreadsheets listing dB ratings as well as per cubic inch sound reduction as well as weight comparisons. YHM doesnt dominate any of them.
I also own 4 suppressors and have heard many others. I'm not saying the YHM's are bad, but they arent top of the line. Not everyone needs the best (or the most expensive) just to pop crows or whatever.
I shot a YHM today. 5.56 Phantom Stainless.
I think I'll go after a GemTech G5-T.
From everything I've heard, they perform, but are big and heavy. Not so desirable for walking around with, but as their sales indicate, there's a market for durable, effective suppressors at that price point. VLTOR's Volks can should fit well in there too.