Acoustic Controllers: Precision Release for Every Discipline

In the high-precision world of clay pigeon shooting, split seconds make all the difference. Promatic’s Acoustic Controllers are engineered to deliver that precision—using sound rather than remote signals, these systems immediately detect the shooter’s command and fire the clay trap with impeccable timing. Ideal for disciplines like Olympic Trap, Universal Trench, Skeet, Doubles, DTL, ABT and Compak, they’re trusted by clubs, ranges and Olympic venues across the UK and beyond.

What Are Acoustic Controllers?

Acoustic Controllers are audio-trigger systems consisting of strategically placed microphones, visual lights, and a central referee box. Here's how they work:

1. When a shooter calls “Pull!”, the nearest microphone picks up the signal.
2. The microphones relay that sound to a referee box.
3. The system instantly releases the trap—eliminating manual delay or remote-trigger ambiguity.
4. Lights beside each trap illuminate, ensuring clarity for both shooter and referee.

These systems bring consistency, speed, and fairness to competitive shooting, particularly in Olympic-level disciplines where every fraction of a second counts. They also ensure that squads operate in synchrony—with each shooter’s pull command linked precisely to the correct target presentation.

Why Opt for Acoustic Controllers?

1. Lightning-Fast Response
Mechanical delays and radio lag are replaced with near-instant reaction to your vocal cue. Target release becomes as responsive as your own “Pull!” There's no need to wait for a box response or deal with signal interference.

2. Regulation-Level Accuracy
These systems include LED lighting at each station, making it immediately clear which target is in play—ideal for Olympic Trap, Doubles or Universal Trench where quick transitions are essential.

3. Group-Shooting Friendly
With integrated multi-mic setups and the capacity to support squads of shooters, Acoustic Controllers allow seamless station rotation during team events and competitions.

4. Simplified Setup
Promatic supplies complete packages—with all required microphones, lights, cables and the referee box—customised to your specific discipline so that installation is quick and correct from the off.

Ideal Disciplines for Acoustic Controllers

Acoustic systems excel in fast-paced, multi-trap disciplines including:

- Olympic Trap, where five machines are fired in rapid sequence 
- Universal Trench, offering a similar layout with set rhythms 
- Skeet and Doubles, with quick target pairs 
- DTL, ABT and Compak, where timing and order matter

By detecting each shooter’s personal command and assigning it to the correct trap, the system gives fairness and mechanical consistency needed in high-stakes shooting.

Smart Integration with Existing Systems

Acoustic Controllers work alongside Promatic’s suite of trap-release options. If you’re already using radio controllers such as the SP4/SP8 Radio (Claymate 3), or discipline-specific systems like Skeet and ABT radio, they can coexist or operate independently.

For facilities using advanced ground-management and pay-to-play systems, Acoustic Controllers plug seamlessly into the Claymate platform—allowing clay counting, target releases and shooter billing to be integrated into one streamlined system.

System Options and Packages

Promatic builds Acoustic Controller kits tailored to each discipline:
- 5-mic packages for Olympic or Universal Trap
- 7–8 mic setups for Skeet, DTL, ABT, or Compak formats

Each box includes calibrated microphones, LED lights for each station, all necessary cabling and a referee/control box. Although sound-triggered, each system is precision-tuned to reduce ambient noise interference, ensuring reliability under real-world conditions.

Worth noting: If you’d rather not utilise acoustic detection, Promatic’s radio-based solutions still offer top-tier performance. The SP4/SP8 radio handset—highly weather-resistant, rechargeable and compatible with multi-trap systems—pair well with Claymate for scheduling and pay-per-play management.

Comparing Acoustic and Radio Controllers

Whether you choose acoustic or radio release systems, Promatic offers expert guidance to help select the optimal solution for your shooting ground.

Buying and Support

Promatic provides full packages tailored to your requirements—complete with manufacturer support, installation advice and parts access.

To explore what’s best for your shooting ground, browse our Acoustic Controllers, upgrade with the SP4/SP8 handset, or integrate the Claymate system for advanced user control.

For personalised advice, Promatic’s sales team are only a call or quote-form away—and their specialists will assess your discipline, range layout and user flow to craft the ideal system.

Promatic’s Acoustic Controllers offer elite-level timing, visibility and fairness for high-end clay shooting disciplines—from Olympic Trap through to ABT and Compak. Paired with LED mic indicators and a central referee box, they bring unmatched precision and control—essential for serious shooters.

Whether you're equipping a new Olympic range or upgrading your club’s competition layout, Acoustic Controllers integrate seamlessly with Promatic’s ecosystem of radio controllers (including the SP4/SP8 handset, Skeet, ABT and Pigeon Key Fob models), as well as the Claymate ground-management system.

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