OPS CORE Fast SF Helmet and AMP Headset Combo

[@bobmalarkey4621]

Garth from Wayne's World just explained ballistic helmets to me better than all the popular tacticool youtube product promoters.

[@Flintlock1776]

LoL Thanks for the laugh. Well done.

[@justinw5232]

😂. Awesome comment. I thought the same thing.

[@spencergear]

Lmfao

[@aries144]

I've watched this video about 10 times, pre and post purchase of the helmet. I still find myself coming back and viewing different parts. Well done!

[@Esper320]

First time seeing this channel, very well presented and a ton of good info. I got out just before SOCOM started issuing these but seeing the clearance and adjustability (which OpsCore didnt touch on in depth with their vids) and that high NRR has got me sold. Just ordered a set - hope Gentex is smart enough to ship them together with my SF. Good stuff brother, will be subscribing for sure.

[@randydinglehopper62]

thank you for explaining WHY things are the way they are, this is great

[@bthemedia]

Great summary of the pros and cons with the ACH helmet vs the new high cut/speed-low drag gear! 👏

[@BigHead104]

Never seen anything of yours but the SHOT videos. This was a well done review man! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Gunny-nq1pb]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video, really good.

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Thanks for taking the time to say so! Sometimes it can be hard to tell if making videos are worth the effort.

[@theseasidepunk]

Thank you for taking the time to make this. Super informative. Thank you.

[@SethMcFartlane]

Available from Ragman Level 3.

[@sam.fisher6928]

I ultimately ended up replacing the Lux Liner kit on the SF Helmet; I'm not exactly in the 'in-between' of L/XL, but close. I replaced the liner with the Ops-Core Worm-Dial fit-band in conjunction with 4D Tactical Zero G Deluxe Retrofit Pads; it's a huge game changer in comfort! I've replaced all my helmet pads (issued ACH, Ops-Core Bump, & SF) with 4D pads and will never look back.

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Cool, although the pads I'm currently using are pretty slim, I'm always interested in seeing what else is out there.

[@davidmedina8332]

I feel like this guy should be looking for Zuul the Gatekeeper lmao 🤣

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

I am Vinz, Vinz Clortho, Keymaster of Gozer. Volguus Zildrohar, Lord of the Sebouillia. Are you the Gatekeeper?

[@davidmedina8332]

MIL-SPEC MONKEY lmao 👍🏽 you are that much cooler. Awesome you understood the reference

[@Dynastypreppers]

Looks like an awesome set of gear, thanks for the in-depth look

[@fiftyshadesoffde]

Thanks, you helped solve my Fast SF Carbon issue with the nape pad! Got a Medium and it was a bit tight. Didn't think it was removable! Now I'm good to go. It was good to meet you at SHOT early this year!

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Good to hear, yea it wasn't obvious to me either. It was great to meet you as well, thanks for saying hey and keep up the good work on the videos!

[@fiftyshadesoffde]

@@MILSPECMONKEY will do, I have a huge appreciation for the quality of your videos from making some myself. It's super time consuming! Keep it up!

[@clown9045]

Best video I’ve seen yet great job sir.

[@rainerzisser]

Thx for the tip with the back pad!

[@17_jager37]

Id say the double button is there instead of the off button so you wouldnt bump into something and turn it unintensionally off

[@KoteyAnnan]

Thanks for this video. very cool to see everything in hi def

[@dustinsims9873]

This was an amazing informative video Thankyou

[@getlikeaddy9833]

I’m having an issue with sizing as well. Everyone says to size up for the opscore which would put me in a Large...but my last high cut was a medium. Decisions, decisions.

[@Nick19837]

I sized up when I bought mine and had to send it back. It was way too big. My measurement was exactly between large and XL

[@NessNik]

I like the Fit and Comfort of the TeamWendy, But I like the Accessories of the Ops-Core especially the Ops-Core Step-in Visor, im going to try and MacGyver that shit to work with my Fire/EMS Dist. issued TeamWendy.

[@beaubooker433]

#COMBATMIDDLESCHOOLER!!❤❤❤ nothin but love brother!!

[@eb5000]

You have great communication skills. Good video. Thanks. Subbed & Liked

[@SoldierO7]

So I have an Exfil ballistic from Team Wendy in size 1 (M/L), but the geometry of the shell makes it seem oddly wide compared to the Ops Core line. It's super comfy and lightweight but I can't get over how big it looks.

[@Nick-hm9rh]

if you get the 4d deluxe pads you can take the whole stryophone part out as well making more room for your dome

[@SG-ix7sl]

8:37 Mans got patience. 😂

[@shoeshiRoll]

Can you make a video on putting the AMP on a MICH helmet? I see you already have rails on the helmet to make it work.

[@Hinru13]

@Mil-Spec Monkey Can you add links on where you are ordering or buying your gear from?

[@kingofwishfulthinking2490]

The King lives!

[@azrael3030]

Thanks Q wen does me poor james bond 00-7 get his gear I love the ops core set up

[@tom_olofsson]

Well done.

[@sheepdog916]

Haven’t seen a lot on BFG Molle Minus stuff (The belt in particular). Watched Pressburg shot show demo in Jan. No one’s done anything since. The belt looks very promising. Perhaps you can get your hands on one for a review.

[@Zuercher]

Great video, thanks a lot

[@YukarisGearReviews]

Why not simply cut the lanyard for the ear plugs? I feel like that's both an easy snag hazard and a way to break the seal on ear pro...

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Certainly an option, just I wanted to show how they come, also will be hard to source replacement string slim enough.

[@intrasonic]

Is that the First Spear Strandhogg plate carrier? Have you considered doing a video review of that?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Yep! It is an older design, but could look into bangn out a video if there is demand

[@intrasonic]

@@MILSPECMONKEY it’s not a very common plate carrier, so definitely keen to hear your thoughts.

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Right on, not video, but at least a starting point till I get to it: milspecmonkey.com/weargear/vests/420-first-spear-strandhoegg-plate-carrier

[@SkintSNIPER262]

Would the Amps with rail attachments be fine on a high cut helmet or do you need a super high cut?

[@375Cheytac]

Is that AMP in forest green? It looks like it’s ranger but they don’t make it in that color from what I’ve seen

[@brettfavre727]

So im in a similar boat as you, I measure just a little above 22 and they said in an email to try the large however in the Army I wore a medium ACH... you mentioned side to side play with the large and thats the only thing holding me back. Thoughts?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

If want as snug as possible for anti-rotation I like the medium, but a large will be more flexible for pads you can use and arrangement. Also more cushion if plan on bangn' head a lot :)

[@dakotahayden6937]

Great review, thank you.

[@pi18679101]

Were ya been?

[@Spartices]

Can you play music (iPhone, Android) on the OPS CORE AMP? Either by a Bluetooth thing or maybe an adapter?

[@Esper320]

Youll need a u174 to 3.5mm adapter - can get em from aircraft suppliers on Amazon for ~$80-120 for high quality ones that make up for impedence as well

[@donnieboy007]

Which cable did you end up getting Mono , Stereo or Monaural? Im wondering what the difference is or which is better? I have a U94 ptt. Good vid

[@YukarisGearReviews]

how have you found the AMPs to work with mid cut helmets? (railed)

[@Stew_Pid]

I wouldn't spend the money. I have high cut and they tuck underneath the helmet and when trying to quickly put them back down they always catch the helmet and I have to adjust. Definitely made with the super high cut in mind.

[@johnnyutah1895]

What size is that helmet ? I've been told with the new helmets you have to move up a size

[@alz.7716]

Can they make the muffs out of kevlar or HMWPE to offer some ballistic protection?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

I'm sure possible, but since would be a lot of work for low demand is why don't see it offered. Some external examples though: www.optactical.com/opupsicoba.html uarmprotection.com/product/side-up-face-armor/

[@alz.7716]

@@MILSPECMONKEY interesting. I'm thinking the main buyers are government agencies, some having blank checks (depending upon the Senators/Congressmen representing Ops Core).

[@recon0x7f16]

can you do a test on the helmet see how it holds up against certain calibers dont see to many of those videos

[@droneops4768]

How firmly does the helmet mount hold the earcups against you head? As you move, does it hold firmly enough to maintain a good seal?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

So far a good seal pressure, all the rotation capability of the mount allows the cups to keep a good contact while in more wacky body positions.

[@Anon62796]

MIL-SPEC MONKEY how does it compare to the pressure of Unity MARK?

[@josecobian9199]

What the sf helmet with hearing pro run you?

[@CountCerroneDBonds]

VERY GOOD LESSON THANK YOU

[@KingNuada86]

so if you have the NMFI version and you hold down the volume buttons, i can still hear some very faint noise, like the headset is still on. Do you have to hit the NFMI button too, to fully shut things down?

[@Stew_Pid]

They apparently dont fully shutdown until a period of full non use. If you hold down the volume buttons it does shut them off but for a period of time it will still block loud bangs and comms work even when the headset dies. So the volume buttons really just simply turn off the enhanced hearing.

[@stewartevans7558]

Do you need the Ultra High cut on the Ops Core? Mine is just the high cut. Will the earcups work with the high cut?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

I'd guess Super High Cut is to make rail mounting functionality easier, but High cut will still work, just have to put in a little extra effort to sneak the top portion of your ear-pro up in the helmet each time.

[@DONTTREAD823]

When did Oakley release the HNBL eyepro ?

[@vincentmauguin1167]

Hi, What is the color of the AMP on video ? Foliage green?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

The AMP and solid color helmet are TAN, for reference my shirt there is RAL 7013 (which is close to Ranger Green)

[@spoke1183]

Ear protection is super important especially if ur on the field and things are going bad like rioting and people throwing shit at you. I like full size helms. If your headset fails u cant hear shit and you're forced to take them off. Helms with headset cut outs offer zero protection. Last thing on you mind will be some pressure point.

[@getlikeaddy9833]

The future is now, old man.

[@glenroyrobinson8427]

Cool review, what type of jacket is he wearing?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Thanks! It is a UF PRO Combat Shirt

[@baerserkr9662]

Left-handed chin strap? I didn't see an option when I ordered my helmet. I would assume they'd give you a right-handed chin strap since 90% of the population is that way, right?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Hmm yea looks like the site form doesn't even ask, so I guess you gotta bug them about it if want a lefty version.

[@baerserkr9662]

@@MILSPECMONKEY I'm right handed so I'll hope for the best! Thanks for the reply and video!

[@bossdawg165]

What safety/shooter glasses are those?????

[@dr.h_gibby3158]

So your head is a 22 inch and run a medium??

[@oigen90]

Buddy, is it possible to install headphones via those Ops Core adapters on the LOW CUT (or mid cut at least, but not high cut) ACH? I saw a few pics where people somehow installed sordins on a mid-cut ACH using regular peltor-like adapters, but those adapters look like it shouldn't be an issue.

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Should be, the adapters mount to the same rail, just slightly different height will change how easy it is to rock ear-pro into place. Unity Tactical would be a starting point on adapter options.

[@Rossco139]

Battlegnomes.....ASSEMBLE!

[@STARSMAX]

What brand of your glasses, please? Thank you, I really need to know ^^

[@MrP3netrator]

These are Oakley glasses... Not Sure which model lookin a littlenbit Like Oakley gascan

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Pre-release version of the Oakley Ballistic HNBL (Hannibal I think)

[@趙晨彣]

Is the shell shape different to the fast maritime ?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

I don't think OPS-Core has a specific Maritime version currently www.gentexcorp.com/ops-core/helmet-systems/#s

[@趙晨彣]

@@MILSPECMONKEY Sorry. I mean is the sf super high cut shell shape different to the MT super high cut?

[@趙晨彣]

I'm planning to upgrade my MT super high cut with skeleton arc rail and bungee shroud.

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Ahh can always inquire with OPS-Core directly to be on the safe side.

[@JohnSmith-iv4hz]

I own 2 AMP headsets. None have gel cups, making them less comfortable than Peltors with gel cups or Sordins with gel cups. You mentioned gel cups at 1:07. I am guessing you installed aftermarket cups: could you please indicate where you bought them? For the price, I would have expected gel cups from factory.

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

After re-looking I see what you are saying, Thanks for pointing it out. The main cup exterior is similar to the Sordin gels, but probably just foam in there instead of dense gel. They feel different than the old school Peltors so appears I jumped too quick to assume gel style. I do think whatever the material is though it shapes around eyewear pretty well.

[@Dero561]

what kind of eye pro do you have on?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Pre-release version of the Oakley Ballistic HNBL (Hannibal I think)

[@picolascage5270]

What combat shirt are you wearing?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

UF PRO Combat Shirt

[@zerofire3172]

Mine dont fit

[@ikemouser2580]

I get a hiss from my amps, is that normal? You said yours dont hiss.

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Anything will sound hissy when cranked up loud enough, but offhand my AMP has noticeably less gain "hiss" than my old Peltors

[@V3847TU]

Where to purchase online?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

www.gentexcorp.com/ops-core/

[@36surferjoe]

Are you from NC by chance?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

KY originally

[@joshgalt2022]

What kind of eye pro is that?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Pre-release version of the Oakley Ballistic HNBL (Hannibal I think)

[@ikemouser2580]

My measurement is 22, should I go large or medium?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

It is a tough call when borderline, in my experience M hugs the head a little bit more if want to maximize stability, while L will let you use thicker pads if wanted a more cushy ride.

[@Tr3Blade]

@@MILSPECMONKEY My measurement is 22 inch with a short hair cut and thight measurement and 23 inch with little bit longer hair and normal measurement. Should i go large?

[@CLDH]

What is his sunglasses?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Pre-release version of the Oakley Ballistic HNBL (Hannibal I think)

[@zerofire3172]

looks like a nightmare to put in a gear bag with amp mounts

[@375Cheytac]

Can’t speak from personal experience, but it looks like it wouldn’t be too bad if you folded the ears over the back and stuffed your nods in the bowl

[@owenguevarra8757]

Nice... I have ballistic helmet too.

[@theblueskitl2530]

1800$

[@ikemouser2580]

Large was the correct choice. They run small

[@charlestan230]

What Eyewear are you donning?

[@MILSPECMONKEY]

Pre-release version of the Oakley Ballistic HNBL (Hannibal I think)

[@toddjenest3212]

$1900 just for a bare bones helmet and another $1000 for a headset? LOL Uh, I don't think so. If I can talk 300-500 yards, I'm good. My GMRS and FRS radios will be just fine. LOL

[@Donnydarco100]

cheap ass

[@levismith4917]

@@Donnydarco100 😂

[@jhutch1470]

I run the FCS AMPS version, along with the FCS V20 PTT using the Kenwood radio adaptor, all in FDE. They do most of the stuff the real ones do, and you can even interchange many of the parts. I love using the setup with my digital data packet radio.