Which Litman Stethoscope are you using??

[Vinceh]

Going to purchase a new stethoscope, any suggestions from EMT-p or EMT-b's?

Leaning toward the Cardiology III because of the easier access to pediatric uses. I have heard the Master Cardiology is awesome but some cons regarding only having a One sided bell.

Vince

 

[STXmedic]

I use the Cardiology III and LOVE it. That's the only stethoscope I've used aside from the cheapy $30 littmans, though.

 

[Shishkabob]

I have the Littmann Select. It's now under $50 online, and it does a great job. I've had it since I started EMT back in 2008.

 

[HotelCo]

Honestly? Don't buy one...

Use the crappy one that are on the trucks for a while. Once you've mastered that, then move up. If you start of with a top of the line, high-speed stethoscope, and you lose/break it, you'll probably have difficulty adjusting to the crappy models.

 

[Sassafras]

I have the master classic, and love it. I can't hear on anything else. The only issue I have run into was a 7 month old patient. The bell took up his whole chest and it was difficult to get 4 separate listening zones when doing lung sounds. But it picked up a massive murmer that was heard EVERYWHERE I auscultated LOL. Mom was all "yeah, he has a hole in his heart".

 

[DarkStarr]

got the classic for christmas, debating on returning it towards the master classic.

 

[Piper76]

I got a virtually unused Littman Cardiology II off of Craigslist from a retired nurse for $25 and love it.

 

[dixie_flatline]

I have the Master Classic II. I loves it. So far I haven't run into any peds issues with it, and in general I like the low-profile of the bell.

 

[Vinceh]

Thanks peeps, I have made my decision.

Vince

 

[medicRob]

Master Classic II, but I have a 3200 digital bluetooth model on its way for a 14 day evaluation. If I like it, I am going to go ahead and purchase it.

 

[Akulahawk]

I've used pretty much everything from the crappy $10 stuff to the nicer $100+ stuff. I like the Littman Lite, the Classic IISE, the Master Classic, and the Cardiology III. However, I wouldn't feel uncomfortable going back to the crappy $10 steths... because I know what I'm listening for. Kind of like going from a VW Rabbit to a Benz. Both will get you there, but one provides a nicer ride...

 

[rwik123]

Master Classic II, but I have a 3200 digital bluetooth model on its way for a 14 day evaluation. If I like it, I am going to go ahead and purchase it.

Could you post a review on it once your 14 day trial is up?

 

[EMT-IT753]

I have and use the 3100. I have had it for about a year now and absolutely LOVE it. I have had doctors and medics use it and try to walk off with it
I have tried the Cardiology III but with my hearing loss, they don't compare. I can hear lung and heart sounds very well even in the back of the rig. It is overkill for most people but if you have a hearing issue, it is the cat's meow.

 

[socalmedic]

lightweight II se, i love it. short tube doesn't get in the way. light head i don't even know is there. and the acoustics are good enough for field work...

 

[Dutch-EMT]

Using Littmann Classic II SE.
Bought it for €80,= and it's a good stethoscope.

 

[medicRob]

Could you post a review on it once your 14 day trial is up?

Absolutely, If you guys want, I will also post some lung sounds and heart tones I get from various patients for you to use to study or teach with. I will also do little things like compare the heart rate on the steth to one that is manually taken. If this goes well, I will probably end up purchasing this steth for teaching purposes. This steth will come in handy for educators like myself because we can hook our laptops to the classroom speakers and actually listen to lungs live sharing with the class.

 

[Bosco836]

Going to purchase a new stethoscope, any suggestions from EMT-p or EMT-b's?

Leaning toward the Cardiology III because of the easier access to pediatric uses. I have heard the Master Cardiology is awesome but some cons regarding only having a One sided bell.

Vince

I personally use a Classic II SE and I find it to be a nice balance between performance and cost. It can be had for about 60-70 dollars (online) and tends to perform very well. Although it is not a Cardiology III - I am also not a cardiologist. Having said that, I find it (the Classic II) more than adequate for EMS work.

 

[lampnyter]

Classic II SE. I think it was about $90. I think it is a great stethoscope.

 

[the_negro_puppy]

I had a navy blue Littman Master Classic II i paid around $135 for, but I left it at nursing home never to be seen again.

I have since replaced it with a Littman black classic II SE, good but not as good as the master

 

[jjesusfreak01]

Master Classic II. It stays in my pocket unless being actively used by me to avoid the possibility of it escaping.