Whatever happened to the Sonic?
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nexro
Enlightened
Yes, they would /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif
I got a few at sale prices last time and given it out as gifts /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif
I got a few at sale prices last time and given it out as gifts /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif
dasfx
Newly Enlightened
I have a couple of the Sonic G's from CountyComm and they are highly recomended. Not quite as nice as the Arc, but not bad.
DasFX
DasFX
leukos
Flashlight Enthusiast
The Sonic is now distributed by Gerber, but I have been happy with mine and haven't been tempted to buy an Arc AAA. I have a silver one so the nicks and dings aren't as noticable as they would be with another color. I like that the older ones have the led recessed (protected). Until there is a luxeon led that can run as long as a 5mm on an AAA battery, I'll probably keep my Sonic on my keychain. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif
powernoodle
Flashlight Enthusiast
While ordering another light from Brightguy, I also ordered a Sonic just to play with. Looks like the size and output are similar to the Arc, and the price is right.
Hey Mike:
"Candy is dandy, but liquor is quicker" - Willy Wonka.
Hey Mike:
"Candy is dandy, but liquor is quicker" - Willy Wonka.
Streak
Enlightened
I have been in touch with the person who heads up Gerber Lighting (ex CMG) and he is confident that the newly redesigned Sonic and Infinity ultra will appeal. I see prices are around $13 and $17 respectively.
I am trying to convince them to do some CPF specials, we'll see what comes of it.
I am trying to convince them to do some CPF specials, we'll see what comes of it.
powernoodle
Flashlight Enthusiast
Where can I see a pic of the redesigned Sonic? I wasn't aware that there was such a thing.
yo, and best regards
yo, and best regards
nexro
Enlightened
I heard of a redesigned Infinity Ultra but wasn't aware of the redesigned Sonic. Same question as powernoodle, any pics? /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif
Flying Turtle
Flashaholic
My Sonic gets used every night as my "walking around the house light". No, it's not an Arc, but it's really not bad. The switch is easy to turn (maybe too easy for some) and the covert nature of the beam can be nice. I didn't realize they were being redesigned. Could be interesting.
Geoff
Geoff
Streak
Enlightened
I saw the new catalogue today. It seems that the website is not up to date. I'll see what I can find out and let you know.
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Streak said:
I saw the new catalogue today. It seems that the website is not up to date. I'll see what I can find out and let you know.
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It would be nice to know if one should get the old style or the new style.
Streak said:
I saw the new catalogue today. It seems that the website is not up to date. I'll see what I can find out and let you know.
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It would be nice to know if one should get the old style or the new style.
Sub_Umbra
Flashlight Enthusiast
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paulr said:
Yes, TTS has them at $9.50. I have a couple of them and they are ok.
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paulr,
Who is TTS? I hate the ergonomics of the sonic but I like the way they recessed the LED for less spill. I also like the finish and the quirkiness of the SONIC-G.
paulr said:
Yes, TTS has them at $9.50. I have a couple of them and they are ok.
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paulr,
Who is TTS? I hate the ergonomics of the sonic but I like the way they recessed the LED for less spill. I also like the finish and the quirkiness of the SONIC-G.
Just my opinion but the Sonics output doesnt even come close to the Arc AAA. I just received 2 from TTS and both have extremely blue tints and are extremely dim. I bought them for a friend who was drooling over my arc aaa. Even to his untrained eye the sonic was "...kinda dim hunh?"
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YMMV /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif
PhotonBoy
Flashlight Enthusiast
I prefer the twist + push button tail cap on the Dorcy 1LED 1AAA to the Sonic twisty. Other than being a bit ringy, the beam on the Dorcy is quite good compared to the Arc AAA.
The Sonic that I tested (I have two but the other is unopened) is about as bright as an Arc AAA, though the beam is a little narrower. Other people's tests have shown similar results. It looks like CMG's regulator circuit wasn't as good, so the Sonic doesn't run as long on a battery, but you can buy a heck of a lot of AAA cells for the price difference between the lights.
Anyway, maybe your Sonic is below average, or maybe it needs a new battery.
Anyway, maybe your Sonic is below average, or maybe it needs a new battery.
