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Midland Radio Corporation Xtra-Talk 36-Channel GMRS Two-Way Radios, 2-Pack

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Pros

  • Lightweight (15)
  • Nice sound (12)
  • Simple / intuitive controls (11)
  • Durable (9)
  • Good battery life (9)
  • Powerful (6)
  • Clear signal (3)
  • Easy to use (3)
  • Good audio (2)
  • Rugged (2)
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Cons

  • Confusing / difficult controls (1)
  • Poor sound quality (1)
  • Poor voice activation (1)
  • Problems with the hand fr (1)
  • Short range (1)

Best Uses

  • Hunting (7)
  • Good for commuting (6)
  • Home use (4)
  • Travel (4)
  • Camping (1)
  • Emergencies (1)
  • Everyday (1)
  • Families (1)
  • Farm communication (1)
  • Hiking (1)
 
 
 

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Midland's Xtra-Talk 36-Channel GMRS Two-Way Radios, 2-Pack offer 36 channels plus NOAA weather reports, weather channel scanning and a 30 mile range. The radios feature a camouflage pattern and five animal call alerts for hunting and a silent vibrating alert for silent call notification when your prey is nearby. Voice activation and the included belt clips are convenient for hands-free use. Requires one rechargeable NiMH power cell or four AA batteries (not included).36 channels with GMRS scan and 10 NOAA channel scan with easy access to buttonsUp to a 30 mile range in ideal conditions121 privacy codes provide 2,676 possible privacy combinationsThree VOX sensitivity levels allow you to select the point for the radio to detect your voice for automatic transmissions and hands-free useUHF/FM ultra long-range transceiver for clear receptionAuto squelch removes unwanted background noise due to terrain or rangeScanning feature allows you to scan 36 channels, and weather scan automatically finds NOAA weather reportsCamouflage weatherproof and water-resistant case blends in with your surroundingsLast-channel memory for easy channel retrievalSelectable on/off keystroke tones confirm key activation and roger beep signals others it's clear to talkRuns on nickel metal hydride power cell for 70+ hours in standby/battery extender modeTimeout battery-life extender helps save powerNOAA Weather Alert radio informs you of severe or hazardous weather in your areaKeypad lock prevents unintentional channel changesSpeaker/microphone/external recharge jack allows use of desktop charger or speaker/microphone earplugs for hands-free operationIncludes two professional-grade earbud/remote microphones, two NiMH power cells, a desktop recharge base, a 110 VAC adapter, a 12 VDC vehicle charge adapter, two belt clips and an owner's manualWarranty: 3 years

Specification Description
Model GXT797VP4B
UPC 046014507975
FCC license required Yes
Headset compatible Yes
Illuminated display Yes
keyFeatures 121 privacy codes
keyFeatures 36 total channels
keyFeatures Auto squelch
keyFeatures Up to a 30 mile range
keyFeatures Voice activation
Power (watts) 5
Weight (oz.) 5.92

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Last update: Oct 26, 2009

Midland Radio Corporation Xtra-Talk 36-Channel GMRS Two-Way Radios, 2-Pack Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★☆
4.0
Great low cost Radios

"These radios are as close to commercial high power as it gets.  They are great for hunters to stay in contact with one another however the transmission distance is entirely dependent on the terrain.  I like the features including the ability to make the radios function silently. The only real problem is that you will often not hear the first few words of a transmission if using the voice activation feature. If y..." Read Full Review »

Oct 25, 2008 by "Old DC BowHunter"

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3.0
Radios great, headset no good

"The radios work good, but you can not hear through the head sets once you are out of site of each other. Range is not as stated...." Read Full Review »

Nov 03, 2008 by Kat

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Midland Radio Corporation Xtra-Talk 36-Channel GMRS Two-Way Radios, 2-Pack Review

Great low cost Radios

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy Controls
  • Good Sound
  • Great for hunters
  • Powerful

    Cons

  • Poor Voice Activation

    Best Uses

  • Commuting
  • Hunting
  • Travel
 

"These radios are as close to commercial high power as it gets.  They are great for hunters to stay in contact with one another however the transmission distance is entirely dependent on the terrain.  I like the features including the ability to make the radios function silently. The only real proble …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 25 2008
Old DC BowHunter
Prineville, Oregon
I am:
  • Frequent Traveler
  • Gearhead
  • Hunter
  • Outdoors person
  • Practical
Reviewed at:
Price: $79.99
 

Midland Radio Corporation Xtra-Talk 36-Channel GMRS Two-Way Radios, 2-Pack Review

Works well on our 40 acres of woods

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Clear Signal
  • Easy To Use
  • Good Audio
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • Short Range

    Best Uses

  • Farm communication
  • Hunting
 

"This unit works well for us on our 40 acre farm, which goes from deep woods to open prairie, with a total elevation change of about 40.



In town, with a lot of 2-4 story buildings they didn't work any farther than about .75 miles.



Earlier models that we tried didn't even work on the farm, so …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 26 2009
Thunderdog
Missouri
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  • Casual Adventurer
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Price: $79.99
 

Midland Radio Corporation Xtra-Talk 36-Channel GMRS Two-Way Radios, 2-Pack Review

Perfect!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Clear Signal
  • Easy To Use
  • Good Audio
  • Lightweight
  • Rugged

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Hunting
 

"These radios were a great addition to the hunting gear. The signal is great and the earpiece and microphone have exceptional sound. Lightweight, long battery life, and very durable (they were put to the test right out of the package)! I will definately purchase these again should I ever need to! "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 13 2009
Deer Pee
Hoopeston, Illinois
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  • Avid Adventurer
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Price: $79.99
 

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Midland Radio Corporation Xtra-Talk 36-Channel GMRS Two-Way Radios, 2-Pack Review

I recommend these radios

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Lightweight
  • Long Battery Life

    Cons

  • Difficult Controls

    Best Uses

  • Commuting
  • Daily Use
 

"Durable, left one in a cooler on the porch, during the rain, somehow the cooler filled with water. battery was dead, dried the radio, recharged it. IT WORKS! Menu/settings could be easier, with a more practical menu. the more often you change settings the eaier to remember. i would make a seperate w …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 1 2008
DEER HUNTER
Fayetteville, NC
I am:
  • Practical
Reviewed at:
Price: $79.99
 

Midland Radio Corporation Xtra-Talk 36-Channel GMRS Two-Way Radios, 2-Pack Review

i would buy another set

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy Controls
  • Good Sound
  • Lightweight
  • Long Battery Life

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"i use these radios in the woods while i'm hunting and i'm impressed. there was a hill in between me and my girlfriend and i could hear her crystal clear. other radios i've used in the past get alot of static over similar terrain. these are easy to operate and easy to carry. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 17 2008
Travis
Taylor, NY
I am:
  • Practical
Reviewed at:
Price: $79.99
 
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