Moose antlers – natural amplifiers and their modern allies

Moose antlers – natural amplifiers and their modern allies

When it comes to rutting, every sound detail can make a difference. What if we told you that a moose bull’s antlers aren’t just a weapon for parrying or fighting?

Thanks to Dr. Bubenik’s research, we now know that these majestic woods function like satellite dishes.

Combined with the right tools, they transform the bull into a veritable auditory satellite. This is a crucial fact for discerning hunters, especially those who rely on the right decoys.

Here’s how to take advantage of this natural mechanism… with a touch of technology from Recall Designs.

When the king of the forests plays satellite: the science behind the woods | natural amplifiers

Bull moose are equipped with extensive webbed antlers that can reach over 1.5 meters in width. According to research by Dr. Berndt Bubenik (University of Toronto), these structures amplify sound by around 19%, acting as parabolic reflectors.

Their shape channels calls, particularly the low-pitched vocalizations of females in heat, into the ear canals.

To remember:

• Amplification: +19% measured sound gain.
• Increased hearing range: useful for detecting females over 3 km away in open areas.
• Faster response: the bull locates faster… and arrives without warning.

Radio silence? Why some males approach without noise | natural amplifiers

Experienced hunters know: a moose can approach silently, even in a carpet of dead leaves. This ghostly approach can be explained by evolution: large, dominant bulls limit their vocalizations to avoid attracting rivals, preferring instead to strategic listening to confrontation.

Solution? Be louder than he is – but intelligently.

RD-TRONICS: technology for your call spot | natural amplifiers

Visit RD-TRONICS is an electronic moose calling device that enables hunters to broadcast realistic, precise and powerful sounds, with a range that far exceeds natural vocalizations.

How to customize your RD-TRONICS | natural amplifiers

1. Choose your MP3 soundsfrom any source
2. Normalize volumeUse software like Audacity to equalize intensities and avoid saturation.
3. Import via USBConnect the RD-TRONICS to your computer, and place the files in the “SOUNDS” folder.
4. Test in the fieldPlace it on the ground or in a tree, and orientate the loudspeaker according to the wind.

👉 Find out all about it: RD-TRONICS – Recall Designs

Horn wood or rubbing pallet? The eternal duel | natural amplifiers

Moose Break: high-projection resin horn

Le Moose Break is designed in twisted resin to reproduce the long, muffled calls of the dominant bull. Its shape naturally amplifies the human voice and projects sound up to 500 m into dense forest.

Advantages:

• Excellent directional projection
• Lightweight and moisture-resistant
• Compatible with guttural calls and female calls

👉 View product : Moose Break – Recall Designs

Palette de merisier: the home-made classic, pro version | natural amplifiers

Inspired by artisanal models used in Abitibi and Northern Ontario, the rubbing pallet reproduces the sound of a bull rubbing its antlers on branches – a signal of aggressiveness or territorial marking.

Advantages:

• Very realistic for approaching large males
• Simulates a concrete presence
• Ideal in combination with a voice or electronic call

👉 Discover it here: Orignal Palette – Recall Designs

Winning combinations in the field | natural amplifiers

Field tips | natural amplifiers

Place the RD-TRONICS 40-50 metres from your cache. Then use the Moose Break, followed by a palette rub.

The trio simulates an active rival and attracts the bull out of curiosity and territoriality. curiosity and territoriality.

Testimonial from a field user | natural amplifiers

“I had programmed the RD-TRONICS with a female scream loop, placed north of my position. After 20 minutes, I rubbed the paddle twice. Less than five minutes later, a 55-inch came out of the woodwork, ears pricked toward the speaker.”
– Yannick, hunter in Gaspésie for 15 years

FAQ – Moose antlers and decoys: what you need to know | natural amplifiers

What is the real function of moose antlers?
Antlers are used to intimidate and fight, but also to amplify sound. Bubenik’s studies confirm a sound-reflecting function that favors the hearing of low-pitched female calls.

Is an electronic call more effective than a cone?
It all depends on the context. The RD-TRONICS offers unrivalled variety and range, but the Moose Break horn enables highly credible personalized voice interaction.

How far away can a moose hear a call?
Up to 1.5 km in ideal conditions, especially with electronic amplification or horn. Weather influences propagation (wind, humidity).

How to use the cherrywood palette effectively?
Rub it slowly against a dead tree or log on the ground. Combine with a challenge call to simulate an active bull. Best time: between 9 a.m. and noon.

Can I combine all these tools?
Absolutely. A typical sequence: RD-TRONICS + Moose Break + rubbing. This simulates a bull in territory and attracts curious or dominant males.

Ready to maximize your chances this fall?
Don’t let the forest decide for you. Rely on the science, technology and tools developed by Recall Designs.
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