Compare Products
Voice processors add an extra level of realism, and there are many solutions available for troopers out there for all kinds of skill-levels and budgets.
Below is a comparison of different voice-effect products.
*Information on this page was compiled from the information available from product websites, Facebook pages, and input from vendors. If any information is incorrect, or if there are products that should be added, please Contact Us.
NOTES:
- All prices rounded up to nearest USD.
- Aker amplifier is Aker 1506 approx $35 USD.
- Wireless Mic WAS going to be the one from Wireless Trooping Systems, but apparently they are no longer around. Posts on Whitearmor.net say this one works well and it looks just like the WTS one and is $33 USD.
- Shipping charges are NOT included since they can vary.
- VA = Voice Activation
- PTT = Push-to-Talk
| Product |
Type |
Customizable |
Background Loop |
VA |
PTT |
MSRP |
w/ Amp |
w/ Amp+Mic |
| TrooperTalk |
Software (iPhone) |
Yes |
via amp, external source |
Yes |
No |
$10 |
$45 |
$781 |
| TKTalkie V3 (DIY) |
DIY Hardware/Software |
Yes |
Built-in |
Yes |
Yes |
$612 |
$96 |
$129 |
| TKTalkie V3 (Buy) |
Hardware/Software |
Yes |
Built-in |
Yes |
Yes |
$75-$1153 |
$115-$150 |
$148-$183 |
| iComm |
Hardware |
Partial |
via amp, external source |
Yes |
Yes |
$106 |
$141 |
$174 |
| ROMFX |
Hardware |
Partial |
No |
Yes |
No |
$168 |
Incl. |
$201 |
| TRamp |
Hardware |
Partial |
Integrated (8) |
Yes |
No |
$195 |
$195 |
$228 |
- Additional equipment needed
- Cost of parts
- Depending upon options selected
TrooperTalk
http://andrewbrinkhaus.com/troopertalk/ (Available in App Store for iOS)
TrooperTalk is an iOS app produced by Andrew Brinkhaus and is compatible for iPhone 4S and newer running iOS 8 and higher.
Features include:
- Start/Stop voice processing.
- Select from multiple background loops.
- Save/load current or default profile.
- Turn static bursts and voice effects on or off.
- Runs on iPhone
- No need for external power supply.
Customizations include:
- Voice volume
- Voice cutoff delay - Delay after talking stops before voice playback is muted.
- Voice cutoff threshold - Level which voice must reach before processing begins.
- Static burst volume
- Static burst delay - Delay after talking before static burst is played.
- Lowpass/resonance
- Highpass/resonance
- Background loop volume
- Voice duck - how much background loop volume is reduced while talking.
Price Includes: iOS App
Additional equipment needed: Amplifier, microphone/headphone splitter, microphone
TKTalkie V3
www.tktalkie.com
TKTalkie is an open source DIY (Do-It-Yourself) project built on the Teensy 3.2 (Arduino compatible) hardware platform by Brent Williams (Because...Interwebs!.) that you can build or buy.
It allows for a high degree of customization since you can control all settings via a mobile app and bluetooth or via a text config file (or modify and compile the source code for the DIY version.)
Features Include:
- Free, open source software.
- Mobile app for Andoroid and iOS allows you to control your TKTalkie via Bluetooth.
- Parts list, tutorials and .WAV files on website.
- Up to 9,999 different effects (.WAV files.)
- Tweak and save settings via serial interface (no need to recompile software)
- Create different customized settings files.
- Load different config files for different uses (TK, Mando, etc.)
- Calibration Wizard helps you find optimum settings
- VA and PTT modes - Can between PTT and VA modes on the fly using a PTT button (optional, VA mode is default.)
- 3.5mm jack - speaker output
- 3.5mm jack - microphone input
Customizations Include:
- Startup sound (.WAV file)
- Background loop (.WAV file)
- Voice volume
- Background loop volume
- Effects volume
- Voice activation level - The level your voice must reach for processing to begin.
- Voice cutoff level - The level your voice must reach to processing to stop and effects (clicks, static burst) added.
- Silence time - The amount of time to wait after you stop talking before effects are applied.
- Button click sound effect (.WAV file)
- Button click volume
- Microphone input volume - Fights feedback
- Choose equalizer - None (flat), Bass/Treble, 5-Band Graphic or 7-Band Parametric
- Customize each equalizer band setting
- Customizable bitcrushers to create radio voice effect
- Background noise generator while talking for radio comm effect
- Background noise volume
Price Includes: Hardware for project
Additional equipment needed: Amplifier, microphone, external 5V power supply (such as cell phone charger battery.)
iComm
store.voicebooster.com
iComm is an out-of-the-box solution that is ready to plug-and-play. It supports both VA and PTT modes and comes with a PTT cable.
Features include:
- 8 different static burst sounds
- Random static burst mode
- Individual sound mode
- Push to Talk activation
- Voice (VOX) activation
- Plug and Play design
- Powered by the VoiceBooster voice amp - No external power supply needed.
- VA and PTT modes - Plugin PTT cable to activate PTT mode.
- 3.5mm jack - speaker output
- 3.5mm jack - microphone input
Customizations include:
- Can choose to play just one static burst sound.
Price Includes: Hardware, PTT cable, 6' 3.5mm cable
Additional equipment needed: Amplifier, microphone
ROMFX
www.romfx.com
The ROMFX system is made in the UK and includes everything you need right out of the box.
Features include:
- Voice amplifier
- On/Off switch
- Volume control
- Mode select button
- Feature UP button
- Feature DOWN button
- PP3 style battery snap connector with short-circuit protection
- 8 different 'auto' static/click sounds pre-programmed in
- 3.5mm jack - speaker output
- 3.5mm jack - microphone input
Customizations include:
- Volume
- 5 Different Mode Settings:
- Bandwidth Mode: The higher the value, the clearer your voice will sound. The lower the value, the more your voice is transformed to create the Trooper effect.
- Time mode: The higher the value, the longer talk time is required to trigger the clicks/static sounds.
- Delay mode: The amount of silence before triggering of clicks/static sound occurs after you stop talking.
- Level mode: The higher the value, the quieter you need to talk to trigger the board. The lower the value, the louder you need to talk to trigger the board . (This setting helps to reduce feedback and avoids heavy breathing or coughing setting off the amplifier and clicks/static sounds).
- Static Burst mode: With this mode you can toggle the static burst sounds on or off for use with other characters such as Bounty Hunters, Scouts etc.
Price Includes: Hardware, Speaker, Microphone, Protective coverings
Additional equipment needed: Batteries
TRamp
facebook.com/trooperamp/
The TRamp (short for Trooper Amp, and pronounced "tramp") system is an integrated voice-processing system that includes a modified Aker amp paired with a wireless microphone and is made in the UK.
NOTE: Since the original post, a lot of cool upgrades have been added including integrated loops and the ability to have Darth Vader and Death Trooper versions! Be sure to check out their FB page at facebook.com/trooperamp.
Features include:
- Wireless microphone included
- Integrated static bursts after speech with on/off switch
- On board startup sound with start/stop button, no need for external mp3 players
- Recharge from any USB port (no need for large expensive chargers or extra batteries)
Customizations include:
- Fully customisable sound files
- Personal greeting during power on cycle (your TK number for example) if requested
Price Includes: Hardware (Speaker, Wireless Microphone) and shipping
Additional equipment needed: None
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