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  1. dr.ducati

    Hey Ray!

    Thanks for the input on the new S3.

    My question to you is, how much better is the corded version (detection distance/sensitivity) vs the S3 cordless? If you were to say, on a scale of 1-10 (1 being a crappy detector and 10 being the best detector, based on band detection only) where would the S3 stand?

    Narrowed down more specifically, using the same scale of detection, where would the S3 stand against the escort 8500 X50?

    Does the S3 work any better being plugged in (hard wired?) vs having fresh batteries?

    thanks a bunch! Your time spent on answering my question(s) is greatly appreciated 🙂

    ~Spence

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    • "Radar" Roy Reyer

      I would estimate that a corded detector such as an 8500 x50 would have almost double the sensitivity, so would say a 6

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  2. Mark M

    I think I would always be concerned about battery life/death using a cordless…I think I’ll stick to corded ones. Like the convenience though.

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  3. Tom H

    I recently purchased the solo s3. Would this detector work better (longer range, more sesitive) if I hard wired it to my car? Im going to hard wire it either way but I’m interested if it would make a difference performance wise…

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    • "Radar" Roy Reyer

      Plugging your S3 will not have any effect in increasing the performance, just save you $$$ on batteries

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  4. Tony

    I’m looking for a detector for my motorcycle the solo S3 seems like a good fit what would you suggest?

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    • No, I wouldn’t recommend a cordless to anyone that was serious about radar protection
      I would recommend the 8500, 9500ix, redline or any of Escort’s higher end models with a HARD system

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  5. Steve Cannell

    If you want to purchase one of the best Rader Detectors (wired) where would you get it “installed?”

    Thanks,
    Steve Cannell

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  6. Jack Flash

    One issue I have with very sensitive detectors is on the highway the alerts are so far advanced that you can easily creep your speed up comfortably looking for radar miles away. A in plenty of time warning is sufficient to adjust speeds. The S3 is more than adequate for the highway and superb in the city. It is by far the best with minor drawbacks….IMO. I also have a Belltronic v995 and Escort 8500 x50. Honestly I prefer the S3 in my S5!

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