Cardo Scala Rider G9 Powerset
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Cardo Scala Rider G9 Powerset
The newest addition to the Cardo headset lineup and touting major upgrades over the G4 system, the brand new Cardo Systems Scala Rider G9 powerset is utilizing the most advanced technology and represents one of the most innovative bluetooth communicators we've seen to date. Some of the new features are as follows:
- One + 8 Pairing: Communicate with up to eight other riders in full-duplex toggling mode
- Voice Recognition: Allows communication with all eight riders by simply speaking their names
- Full Duplex: Full Duplex communication with up to 4 riders
- Group Signaling: Allows you to send a signal to everyone in your group at once as an alert
- Social Networking: Set up a social group based on physical location, riding groups and find other G9 users
- Flash Pairing: Quick pairing of devices, simply touch the two G9 units and in less than 1 second they are paired
- Mobile Phone Conference Calls: Full duplex telephone calls between a caller and both the rider and passenger
- Larger Buttons: Easier to navigate the device with gloves
- Two microphone options: Includes both boom mic and wired microphone
The G9 headset retains all the features of the very popular G4 including:
- A2DP and MP3 connectivity to stream stereo music
- Built in FM radio with RDS smart scan
- Noise cancelling microphone
- Weather and dust resistant design
- Up to 1.6km range in ideal terrain
- Upgradeable firmware
Download the latest version Cardo G9 firmware here.
Cardo Scala Rider G9 Powerset
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Great sound quality
Last week we rode in 45 mph cross winds with 75mph gust. These headsets were a life saver. As a group we were able to talk our way through the experience. The battery life was good. As you can expect. we were very chatty and the units lasted about 6 hours. The next day the weather was perfect and the batteries lasted the entire day. I have not used the phone or played music yet.
April 15, 2013
Best investment ever
Be aware, the G9 is quite difficult and a challenge when trying to use it straight out of the box, but after a week of getting familiarized with it, everything becomes second nature and the ease of use dramatically increases.
By properly setting the microphone and speakers in the correct area, the sound clarity is simply amazing when using a full faced helmet compared to my Chatterbox I used to own.
The sound volume adjusts according to wind noise that enters the helmet, which is a huge plus. So the need for constantly having to adjust the volume is nonexistent.
A big plus that I love about the G9 is how quickly it connects via Bluetooth on my Galaxy Note II. Just turn the Bluetooth feature on your phone and within a few seconds, a confirmation from the G9 will notify you that the phone and unit has been connected.
The range is superior when riding through the city/town. Communication between riders do cut out when passing around mountain bends, but that's also expected.
Battery life is simply amazing. With the unit being continuously paired with my phone, GPS, the music playing, plus talking with my buddies. Lasts roughly between 8-10 hours.
Lastly, I feel that having this unit is one of the best investments I have ever made. When riding in groups, having the ability to stay constantly in communication with everyone makes riding so much easier and safer. There has been numerous occasions when a fellow rider or myself would encounter an emergency and everyone would be notified of the situation.
March 16, 2013
Take Your Time Before Buying!
Might be better off using Mobile Phone technology that you are already paying for. Connect IPhone via bluetooth and the only thing you don't have is the intercom. ALL other features are available.
No control of volume balance between left and right speakers. I've tried everything possible to improve the responsiveness of the VOX but still having issues. Even purchased full face helmet and it's still not very good.
To be honest VERY disapointed for the amount of money spend on the units.
Before buying take a moment to think about using available bluetooth headsets that can be installed etc. before buying.
March 8, 2013
Great product
This is my second Cardo. Works very well and is easy to install.
December 3, 2012
Love this headset
I'm very happy with the G9. The sound quality is great, callers have no idea you are even outside, let alone on the bike, and the controls are pretty easy to use (even with gloves on).
I use it mainly for Pandora from my iPhone and for incoming calls. Haven't used it much for rider-to-rider, but will soon.
Strongly recommended.
December 3, 2012
Wasted money on others. G9 is by far the best.
Wife and i both ride, my Harley is loud and i dont have the best hearing (at least the wife says i cant hear). Wifes Harley is not loud.(she even hears things i never said)
We have tried a couple of different systems trying to find a good bike to bike set up and found with those on the market, you certanly get what you pay for. Nothing comes close to the G9.
While there are glitches, they are only minor. The music sonmetimes turns off but comes right back on. The voice recognition commands can be a bit frustrating but the ease of the buttons makes it a minor issue.
On the plus side, the rider to rider has very clear sound at any speed. On other units we have tried the volume never was loud enough or clear enough. The G9 has fantastic volume and clairity. While i do wish the speakers were better when listening to music (better bass and range) it is important to keep in mind it is more a communicator than an audiophile.
We have both units set up in modular helmets and clairity is unaffected when the helmets are in open face mode.
This is an expensive purchase but considering the other stuff that is out there, the G9 is well worth the price.
It would be cool if the speakers were better tuned for listening to music as well and i think a cool addition for the next offering would be a video recorder intergrated into the unit.
Over all, the wife is verry happy she can speak to me at speed (im not sure if that is good but. . .). and we are both very happy with the G9.
November 27, 2012
The product has great audio reception
Easy to use, great clarity. A must for any enthusiastic rider who wants to remain connected on the move. Music streaming through the phone is an added boon. I am loving the product. The powerset allows me to communicate easily with my pillion and I no longer have to shout to be audible on my Harley.
October 23, 2012
Overall, this is the one to buy.
Sound quality is very high and tinny. Looking for an equalizer app to add some lower end. Buttons clearly take some practice while safely "sitting on the couch", but I think I'll be happy with the set.
October 22, 2012
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How is the quality of the sound on full duplex communication between four passengers?
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Rider Type: Moto Enthusiast
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
Rumano
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Does sound quality drop significantly when full duplex communication is held with all four passengers at the same time? Is this the intercom function?
Rider Type: Moto Enthusiast
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
1 month, 2 weeks ago
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Rider Type: Moto Enthusiast
Age: 25-34
Gender: male
Rumano
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The sound quality in full-duplex/intercom mode will fluctuate based on surroundings for rider to rider use because the connection between the units, although having great range, is based on line-of-sight. So, any obstruction between yourself and another bike may reduce the quality of the connection. Rider to passenger connections are always best.1 month ago
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Great. We had 3 riders in constant communication for 5 hours. Very clear. Occasionally, one of the speakers cut out, but I just rebooted the headset and the sound came back.Age: 45-54
Gender: male
1 month, 1 week ago
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Fit to a shoei neotec and a lazer Monaco carbon?
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Rider Type: Hyper Miler
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
Melbourne Australia
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Do these fit to the neotec and the Monaco?
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Mick
Do these fit to the neotec and the Monaco?
Thanks
Mick
Rider Type: Hyper Miler
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
3 months, 1 week ago
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Rider Type: Hyper Miler
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
Melbourne Australia
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The Cardo Scala Rider G9 Powerset has mounting brackets that will slip in between the outer shells and EPS liners of the Shoei Neotec and LaZer Monaco Helmets. Please see the Installation Instructions for more details.http://www.cardosystems.com/user_fi...
3 months, 1 week ago
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Does the G9 fit on the Klim F4 helmet with the clamp and how well does this system work on this style of helmet?
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State: MI
Rider Type: Adventurer
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Grand Rapids
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State: MI
Rider Type: Adventurer
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
5 months, 1 week ago
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State: MI
Rider Type: Adventurer
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Grand Rapids
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The G9 can be installed on almost any helmet (if you have doubts feel free to call our Gear Geeks at 877-792-9455), except when there is an internal sun-visor slider or other similar obstacle in the area that the unit would be located. With that said, the G9 does have a microphone that blocks out most extra noise making it easy for people to understand you while making calls via phone or inter-comm. The speakers are capable of auto-gain (which the user can refine, too), so that as the noise around the rider increases or decreases the volume will automatically adjust accordingly. All in all, if an inter-comm system is going to work with the Klim F4, this is the unit to bet on. The challenge of using the F4 (or any other similar dirt bike helmet) will be the loud noise and the high amount of air flowing into the helmet. This creates a lot of problems with clarity that most inter-comm systems are not set up to handle, and even the G9 might struggle in some situations.5 months, 1 week ago
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Will the scala G9 fit an AGV GPTech (Elements) and an AGV K3 (Dreamtime)?
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State: FL
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The G9 should fit in both a GP Tech and a K3 without complications.6 months ago
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Is the system software MAC compatible. I use google chrome on my macbook.
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State: WA
Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Spanaway
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State: WA
Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
6 months ago
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State: WA
Rider Type: Commuter
Age: 35-44
Gender: male
Spanaway
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The software update does not work with computers running a MAC based operating system at this time. Additionally, for the most up to date information about software for any Cardo Systems device, please visit the following link:http://www.cardosystems.com/downloa...
On a related note, below you will find a copy of what is posted on the Software Upgrades page of the Cardo Systems website as of 11/13/2012:
Until further notice, upgrades are only available through PCs with Windows™ XP/Vista/Windows 7, in 32bit or 64bit configurations.
During download, please make sure to allow cookies.
Your firewall should be set to allow the installation.
6 months ago
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Will the Scala G9's work on Nolan N43E Trilogy helmets
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State: CO
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
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State: CO
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
10 months ago
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State: CO
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
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Yes, the Cardo Scala Rider G9 will be compatible with the Nolan N43E Helmet but only if you use the sticky part, not the clamp system. The reason for that is that the bottom neck part of the helmet is curved towards the inside of the helmet, and does not allow to install the clamp system without having to cut through that plastic part.10 months ago
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Does the g9 fit on a HJC sy-max 2 helmet?
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State: MN
Rider Type: Adventurer
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
Kenyon
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I want to clamp the unit onto the helmet and not use adhesive
State: MN
Rider Type: Adventurer
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
11 months ago
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State: MN
Rider Type: Adventurer
Age: 45-54
Gender: male
Kenyon
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Yes, you will be able to use the clamp on the Cardo Scala Rider G9 with the HJC SyMax 3 Helmet.11 months ago
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Sure will. I used the clamp on my HJC system max and it is hard as a rock, no movement.8 months ago
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I have the HJC CL MAX 2 and i instaled the g9 with the clamp and it fit findAge: 55-64
Gender: male
10 months ago
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Age: 55-64
Gender: male
Chihuahua
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Is a push to talk button available?
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If you are using the 8+1 riders communication channel, you can simply use the voice activation feature. While pairing your G9 with two riders only, you should be able to use the press to talk function for any of the riders that are associated with the two buttons, otherwise you will just have to use the voice activated function.11 months ago
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Yes, plus VOXAge: Over 65
Gender: male
9 months ago
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Age: Over 65
Gender: male
Springfield
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I don't think so...not in the instructions and no where to plug it in. But VOX works well.10 months ago
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Scala G9
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State: OH
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: Over 65
Gender: male
Troy
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I have a Shoei Multitec full face flip up helmet. Will the Scala G9 mount ok to it? Which mic should I use, the boom or the wired? I also have a Shoei RJ Platinum R open face helmet. Do I need to also order another mounting plate and another mic for it so I can change the Scala back and forth ? I will be ordering the G9 Powerset since my wife rides as a passenger...she wears only the open face style helmet....
Thanks for your reply.
Don Fisher
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Don Fisher
State: OH
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: Over 65
Gender: male
11 months ago
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State: OH
Rider Type: Road Warrior
Age: Over 65
Gender: male
Troy
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Mounts fine on the Shoei Multitec and also the Neotec10 months ago
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Max # of riders that can communicate?
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State: CA
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Can you please give more detail on what "1 + 8 full duplex toggle mode" means? It implies 9 riders can all talk to one another, but the "toggle mode" clause sounds like it might be something tricky. How does this work in the real world? Thx!
State: CA
11 months ago
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You will be able to pair with up to 8 other G9 devices (One + 8 friends) and also connect with one at a time (toggling mode) by pronouncing their name.The only condition to be able to use that feature is that you have to pre-record your name so your friends will be able to contact you by saying your name.
11 months ago
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It can connect up to 1+ 8 riders, but it can talk up to 4 riders at the same time. The 1+ 8 mean that you have 8 friends you can talk whenever you want, one at the time. You can download the manual free.Age: 25-34
Gender: male
10 months ago
| Product Style | RevZilla SKU ID | Manufacturer Product # | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardo Scala Rider G9 Powerset | 814534 | DUMMY-G9 | In Stock: Ships next business day |
