So there’s a ton of brands out there. What’s better on one vs the other
Going on a 16” 5.56
Going on a 16” 5.56
Suppressor experts
- Thread starter savageshooter86
- Start date
DngBat7
Silver $$ Contributor
I can tell you there are many good brands. I can tell you for certain thunder beast suppressors are know for delivering high level of accuracy and are used by a high percentage of the prs/precision crowd. Again, not saying there is not others that are really good
https://thunderbeastarms.com/
Thunder beast is best on the market imo too... many times your point of impact changes with and without a suppressor. The thunder beast doesnt change the POI. Thats the biggest quality, stays accurate where its sighted in the best out of any...
Then again I think they are quietest to the ear too... i got the 9 inch direct thread.
I have a 30 cal and shoot it on everything, 6mm, 6.5, 224, 7mm, and 30... works great for them all...
Then again I think they are quietest to the ear too... i got the 9 inch direct thread.
I have a 30 cal and shoot it on everything, 6mm, 6.5, 224, 7mm, and 30... works great for them all...
germanlongbow
Scott M Bainbridge
TBAC
I don't think there is a "best" one. But there are many out there that can be the best one for your use. The variables are weighted differently for each buyer - price, weight, decibel reduction, whether is is built for rapid fire use on something like an AR, will it handle magnum rifle cartridges, versatility, and how many suppressors you may eventually own.
I went with a Silencerco Hybrid, which probably climbed in price over the Thunderbeast when I added a quick attach muzzle break for each rifle I use it on, the quick attach adapter that allows the Hybrid to be used with the muzzle breaks, 46, .30, and .223 endcaps, and two direct thread mounts. It also came with the assembly that allows me to purchase a piston and shoot it on a pistol. It is magnum rated (with barrel length restrictions), full auto rated, and is very efficient in sound reduction because I match the endcap to the caliber I am shooting. Negative for some people might be length as it is almost 8". I have so far used it most on a 16" AR but I also shoot it on a .45 acp AR pistol, .300 blackout short barreled rifle, a bolt .223, and a 6.5 Creedmoor. Much fun and you'll never want to shoot without it again.
Do your research.
I went with a Silencerco Hybrid, which probably climbed in price over the Thunderbeast when I added a quick attach muzzle break for each rifle I use it on, the quick attach adapter that allows the Hybrid to be used with the muzzle breaks, 46, .30, and .223 endcaps, and two direct thread mounts. It also came with the assembly that allows me to purchase a piston and shoot it on a pistol. It is magnum rated (with barrel length restrictions), full auto rated, and is very efficient in sound reduction because I match the endcap to the caliber I am shooting. Negative for some people might be length as it is almost 8". I have so far used it most on a 16" AR but I also shoot it on a .45 acp AR pistol, .300 blackout short barreled rifle, a bolt .223, and a 6.5 Creedmoor. Much fun and you'll never want to shoot without it again.
Do your research.
MikeMcCasland
Team Texas F-T/R
I don't think there's a "best" on the market; as others have said, lots of really good ones.
For direct thread only mounts, I think TBAC cans are pretty hard to beat. That said, if you're wanting QD mounting (or both), I'd be looking at SilencerCo or DeadAir cans.
I have two SiCo cans and a Gemtech Mist (10/22 intergral suppressor); both the SiCo cans have been great. I run my Omega on pretty much every rifle I own, and it quiets them down pretty significantly.
Most folks who are just getting into suppressors seem to get caught up in the db ratings; I'd caution you against that. In general most cans of comparable volume will sound similar to each-other. I'd look at things such as mounting systems, warranty/service responsiveness, and adapters/aftermarket well before I'd be looking at raw db reduction.
Edit: Even though it's going on a 5.56, I would absolutely buy a .30 cal or an "everything" can like the Hybrid. I guarantee you'll be pissed at yourself if you go with a dedicated 5.56 can for your first one.
For direct thread only mounts, I think TBAC cans are pretty hard to beat. That said, if you're wanting QD mounting (or both), I'd be looking at SilencerCo or DeadAir cans.
I have two SiCo cans and a Gemtech Mist (10/22 intergral suppressor); both the SiCo cans have been great. I run my Omega on pretty much every rifle I own, and it quiets them down pretty significantly.
Most folks who are just getting into suppressors seem to get caught up in the db ratings; I'd caution you against that. In general most cans of comparable volume will sound similar to each-other. I'd look at things such as mounting systems, warranty/service responsiveness, and adapters/aftermarket well before I'd be looking at raw db reduction.
Edit: Even though it's going on a 5.56, I would absolutely buy a .30 cal or an "everything" can like the Hybrid. I guarantee you'll be pissed at yourself if you go with a dedicated 5.56 can for your first one.
TBAC
DirtySteve
Gold $$ Contributor
I shoot Dead Air.. No issues, pretty quite.. There are on line comparisons between the major manufacturers showing noise reduction for each can.
Pay for light weight. Heavy is... heavy.
I like my heavy can though cuz its what i have.
I like my heavy can though cuz its what i have.
ToddKS
Gold $$ Contributor
If you are going to put a supressor on an AR with the intent of any rapid fire activity then you need to make sure that you get a can that is rated for such activity. There have been a couple failures at the range I shoot at where the shooter overheated his can rapid firing an AR.
Griffin Armament Recce 5 Mod 4 is a reasonably priced option that is rated for full auto.
Surpressed Armament Systems is another company with reasonably priced options but I only have experience with their products on bolt guns (all positive).
Griffin Armament Recce 5 Mod 4 is a reasonably priced option that is rated for full auto.
Surpressed Armament Systems is another company with reasonably priced options but I only have experience with their products on bolt guns (all positive).
dellet
Gold $$ Contributor
It will really depend on your style of shooting and how you intend to use it. This makes research very important.
Thunder Beast is a great example. They are quiet, have very little POI shift, light and have great customer service. They are also one of the few that have very honest advertising and product information.
Most everything out there will be "full auto rated" and everything out there will be capable of suppressing a 338 Ultra wizbang magnum rail gun, as long as the barrel is long enough and you don't fire too many rounds.
Example the user notes for an Ultra 7" that weighs just under 12oz. Ina 16" barrel you van do a mag dump, maybe two, as long as the temp stays under 800 degrees. You might get there in an aggressive carbine course.
Compare that with their dedicated Full auto rated suppressor that weighs 27 oz
The first step is deciding how you will use it.
Thunder Beast is a great example. They are quiet, have very little POI shift, light and have great customer service. They are also one of the few that have very honest advertising and product information.
Most everything out there will be "full auto rated" and everything out there will be capable of suppressing a 338 Ultra wizbang magnum rail gun, as long as the barrel is long enough and you don't fire too many rounds.
Example the user notes for an Ultra 7" that weighs just under 12oz. Ina 16" barrel you van do a mag dump, maybe two, as long as the temp stays under 800 degrees. You might get there in an aggressive carbine course.
Compare that with their dedicated Full auto rated suppressor that weighs 27 oz
The first step is deciding how you will use it.
I have a Sig Titanium with the quick detach system that I really like. I am around a lot of cans and always get asked what I am running after people hear it. I have also found the QD to have a very repeatable zero which is really nice for putting the rifle in the safe and not having to worry about my zero when I get it out and put the can back on.
I have just about a dozen cans and have evolved over time as to what I consider important. Namely that quiet is what it's all about. Quiet is nice, but it isn't great if the company you bought it from is either out of business or changed ownership and now isn't great on customer service.
I would endorse the belief that TBAC makes a great can. For a precision rifle it's at the top of my list and I love my Ultra 7. It wouldn't be in my top ten for a 16" AR though.
I would look heavily at the offerings from Griffin Armament. They make some very bullet proof cans that are full auto rated and they always answer the phone or call back very quickly if they were already on the line with someone else. Their Recce series is super solid and they also make some AR specific cans that are very rugged.
Which brings me to my most timely piece of advice. Go to Silencershop or wherever you prefer to buy your cans and get the Rugged Razor. It comes with one brake already and then they are throwing in two additional brakes as well as a 556 end cap. This would do a lot on many different hosts and the price can't be beat. Their cans are also built to last forever. Customer support is also top notch.
I would endorse the belief that TBAC makes a great can. For a precision rifle it's at the top of my list and I love my Ultra 7. It wouldn't be in my top ten for a 16" AR though.
I would look heavily at the offerings from Griffin Armament. They make some very bullet proof cans that are full auto rated and they always answer the phone or call back very quickly if they were already on the line with someone else. Their Recce series is super solid and they also make some AR specific cans that are very rugged.
Which brings me to my most timely piece of advice. Go to Silencershop or wherever you prefer to buy your cans and get the Rugged Razor. It comes with one brake already and then they are throwing in two additional brakes as well as a 556 end cap. This would do a lot on many different hosts and the price can't be beat. Their cans are also built to last forever. Customer support is also top notch.
I’ve got a Surefire SOCOM 556RC on my work rifle(Police/SWAT). I’ve ran it HOT during some long during some courses I’ve taken. No issues with point of impact shift.
dttheliman
Gold $$ Contributor
TBAC all the way I have one in 30 cal and one in 6.5mm covers all my bolt gun requirements from 6xc through 300WM- for an AR ensure that whatever you get its suitable for the rate of fire you intend to subject it to , I have a Knights Armament QDC for my SR-25 (308)
I used to have that issue until I started using antiseize in the threads.
Upgrades & Donations
This Forum's expenses are primarily paid by member contributions. You can upgrade your Forum membership in seconds. Gold and Silver members get unlimited FREE classifieds for one year. Gold members can upload custom avatars.
Click Upgrade Membership Button ABOVE to get Gold or Silver Status.
You can also donate any amount, large or small, with the button below. Include your Forum Name in the PayPal Notes field.
To DONATE by CHECK, or make a recurring donation, CLICK HERE to learn how.
Click Upgrade Membership Button ABOVE to get Gold or Silver Status.
You can also donate any amount, large or small, with the button below. Include your Forum Name in the PayPal Notes field.
To DONATE by CHECK, or make a recurring donation, CLICK HERE to learn how.