Flextone ER1

I just got mine from LionCaller yesterday. We had a huge snowstorm that shut down roads and it was -10 last night and 9 so far today, so it is going to be a few days before I can get it out in the field. I did play with it some at home though.

Pros:
Batteries are easy to change and install. I really like the remote and how it docks into the unit. Also, the remote lets you click in between animals (bird distress, coyote, crow, etc.) then once you select the animal, it allows you to scroll through that animals' sounds (distress, pup howl, challenge, etc.) Makes going through the 100 sounds really quick and easy. Carry strap is nice as are the folding feet that lets you keep it up out of the mud and snow. Easy to read display and battery meter. Also nice to have a speaker button on the remote. One click and you can rotate between front, rear, or both speakers without being near the unit. The list of sounds and animals on this unit is pretty impressive. Quite a bit of value in that alone and some unique sounds as well. The 1 year warranty is nice too in case you do have any manufacture bugs or defects in the unit.

Cons:
Mine has a tiny static noise that plays for about half a second when you select the sound before it actually starts playing. This may be just what it does or from feedback from the remote since I was only a couple feet from the unit in the kitchen. I have a feeling the batteries are cheap and you would want to put nicer rechargables in it. The unit uses AA's so that is an easy one. Mine has some connectivity problems where the wires attach to the battery box. The unit battery box is just like the FoxPro style with a 9 volt style harness that hooks into the AA battery box. That connection is sketchy on mine and needed to be put in the unit a certain way to have enough pressure on the harness to make it work. This is probably just an issue with mine though and not all of them.

First impression on this is that it is a fantastic deal. I have owned 4 different models of FoxPro and, although the FoxPro does have the edge on quality and programability, those things aren't worth the extra few hundred bucks in my opinion if you are on a budget or an occasional caller. I would reccommend this if you are looking for a pile of sounds in a decent caller on a budget (aren't we all). I can give another update once I get a chance to get it out in the field as well.
 
Originally Posted By: snowcamomanBruceB,
I've heard of the place before and have ordered from them in the past. They were good to deal with and had quick shipping. LionCaller said above that he'll match prices so you could help support a PM member and get it through him at the cheaper price.

SCM - Thank you for the plug - we like working wth the guys on here and we always want to provide the value for the buck.

We were already planning a sale for this weekend and trimming he price on the Echo to make it very attractive for the Black Friday shoppers. So Bruce's timing was about 1/2 day ahead of us. We've taken note of the lower price and will adjust accordingly after our weekend sale, but for now the Echo HD eR1 is on sale for $108.00 through this Sunday the 28th Click Here to See the ECHO HD Caller Sale

NOTE to the Early Birds: We appreciate your business! If you already bought an ECHO HD eR1 caller from us at the higher price send us an email at info@wildlifecallers.com with your name and phone number. Once we've confirmed the original sale, you'll be sent a $25 coupon code to spend with us any way you'd like on your next visit.

Thank you again,

Mark Healy
 
Well this being my first e-caller i jumped at it at Scheels for 140.00. I guess I should of waited but after droolin over fox-pros for so long this unit looked so promising i pulled the trigger. Ive been able to get out one time to kinda play with it and so far im impressed. Didnt get a dog in but the ravens and a hawk went crazy when i turned it on. Im a newbie to the e-callers so theres gonna be a break in period for me too find out just what works best. So far im happy with the control and flexibility this call gives. Ive used mouth calls before but really like the ability to get the call away from me. Success pics are sure to come in the future (fingers crossed
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Cant wait to see what everyone else has to say on this product from the field.
 
Per comments on the little square remote battery... If you have an Interstate or Exide battery store nearby I'd try them. They carry every battery imaginable and if it's not common enough to have one on hand, it's simply a matter of identifying it in their catalog and ordering one up. Usually takes 3 - 5 days and they have it for you. Prices are in my experience, reasonable to dirt cheap, dependent upon what battery you're buying.

As for the call itself... found it on MidWayUSA today snuggled up amongst all the other calls at 3 - 4 - 5 times the price, and figured for what they were charging, it was worth looking into. Wound up here looking for reviews. And, from what I saw, it's on the way. I can deal with batteries, everything else says it could be fun.

Game cam says I have Fox, Coyote, Bobcat, Bear, Crows, and Deer that are callable on my property, along with the usual assortment of SE US varmints. And, I have LOTS OF WOODS around me!! Gonna be interesting to see what I can call in with it!! (o:?
 
Was debating on which e-call to buy. May have jus found it. Any word on the effect adverse weather has on the call and what kind of warrantee if any.
 
The sale price Lioncaller put out, got me. I just ordered one.
I don't know anything about him, but it sounds like everyone thinks he is a good guy.
I don't get on here often, but started thinking about a new caller the other day and came on here for ideas.
 
hd5,

Just got your e-order - Thank you for your business.

And a big thank you to those of you who ordered overnight - I'll head to the office tomorrow morning and get 'em boxed up and on their way.

For now - Happy Thanksgiving and let the eatin' begin.
 
I've talked to Mark a few times and he's is the type of person you would want to business with. He has high standards and follows through on what he says. A very honest business man running a thriving company.
 
I just pulled the trigger on one. And with free shipping if you spend $149 I got a mojo critter and an extension pole too. I should be good to go now. Pics of coons and crows to follow.
 
Lioncaller,

I went to Dick's Sporting Goods last night to buy a Foxpro, but they were sold out. I did see the Flextone there but that was the first I had ever seen of them and I decided to research them first. This morning I googled "Flextone Echo reviews" and this thread popped up. I have been a registered member here for a while and done a lot of reading but yet to post. This thread was all the proof that I needed, so I went ahead and ordered the Echo and a mojo decoy through your site a few minutes ago.

Even though I do not post a lot, I still enjoy supporting sponsors who help out forums and their members.

Thanks again!
 
Originally Posted By: LionCallerNOTE to the Early Birds: We appreciate your business! If you already bought an ECHO HD eR1 caller from us at the higher price send us an email at info@wildlifecallers.com with your name and phone number. Once we've confirmed the original sale, you'll be sent a $25 coupon code to spend with us any way you'd like on your next visit.

Thank you again,

Mark Healy



That's about as cool as it gets Mark. I've ordered stuff before a sale, never knowing a sale was gonna happen; and have never been offered my money back. VERY VERY VERY nice of you and something IMO you didn't have to do. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving.

Arden
 
Can anyone tell me how many batteries these things take, as I have one coming and would like to have and would like to have extra batteries ready.
 
I ordered one of these today. I was going to wait until I could afford a foxpro but I thought this might make me a good first caller ( OK, second caller my first caller was a Johny Stewart when I was a kid. I paid $123 shipped and if I use it for a year and decide to upgrade I'm sure I can get most of that back when I resell it.
 


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