Sound Comparison - 150gr 300 Blackout VS 220gr Subsonic 300 Blackout | Palmetto State Armory

This guide, presented by an experienced instructor from Palmetto State Armory, details how barrel twist rate significantly impacts .300 Blackout ammunition stability. It explains that faster twists (1:5) are ideal for heavier subsonic rounds, while slower twists (1:7) are better for lighter supersonic rounds. The video demonstrates live-fire testing to illustrate these performance differences, aiding shooters in selecting the appropriate barrel for their preferred ammunition type.

This guide details the process of zeroing an optic for both supersonic and subsonic 300 Blackout ammunition, as demonstrated by Palmetto State Armory. It highlights the significant difference in point of impact (around 5 inches at 50 yards) between the two ammunition types and emphasizes the critical importance of re-zeroing your optic when switching between them for accurate shooting. The instruction stresses responsible and safe firearm handling.

This video provides an objective, expert-level assessment of suppressor effectiveness using a structured acoustic testing methodology. The speaker, demonstrating high practical field knowledge, debunks the myth of 'silent' suppressed firearms when using standard supersonic ammunition. The experiment clearly shows that even suppressed firearms remain audible at significant distances, challenging unrealistic Hollywood portrayals.

This video from Iraqveteran8888 provides an expert demonstration of the acoustic differences between suppressed and unsuppressed .308 Winchester loads, including both subsonic and supersonic ammunition. The host, Eric, clearly illustrates the significant noise reduction achieved with a suppressor, especially when using subsonic rounds, while also highlighting the audible supersonic crack that persists with supersonic loads even when suppressed. The content is highly informative for firearm owners interested in suppressor performance and ballistic characteristics.

This video from hickok45 provides an expert demonstration and explanation of why suppressed firearms can still be loud. He details the physics of gunshot noise, differentiating between muzzle pop and supersonic crack. The guide highlights the critical role of subsonic ammunition in achieving maximum suppression effectiveness, a key takeaway from his decades of experience.

This guide demonstrates the audible difference between supersonic and subsonic 9mm ammunition when used with a suppressor. It highlights how suppressors work by slowing gas expansion and explains that subsonic rounds avoid the 'crack' of breaking the sound barrier. The demonstration involves firing a mixed magazine through a suppressed handgun in an indoor range setting.

Palmetto State Armory's 2025 Concept Gun Poll showcases a diverse range of upcoming firearm prototypes, including modular bolt-action rifles, bullpup conversions, and new caliber variants. Notable entries include the PSA Emerge, Olcan Bullpup Lower, JAKL in 9mm and .338 ARC, the Sabre Thumper launcher, and the Sabre-11 2011-style pistol. The poll allows the community to influence which designs move into production, highlighting PSA's commitment to product development based on customer feedback.

This video provides a comprehensive product update on the Palmetto State Armory X5.7, a PDW-style firearm chambered in 5.7x28mm. Expert insights cover its build materials (aluminum upper, polymer lower), features like a 40-round magazine and AR-15 style charging handle, and technical specifications including a 1/2x28 threaded barrel. The update confirms tooling is underway for a Summer 2025 launch.

This video from Palmetto State Armory showcases several pre-production concept firearms unveiled at Shot Show 2024. PSA is actively soliciting customer feedback via their website to determine which models will proceed to production. The featured firearms include innovative designs like the VUK rifle, the Thumper 37mm launcher, various Dagger pistol variants, and the X5.7 PDW.

This video provides an update on the Palmetto State Armory X5.7 pistol, detailing design refinements and production timelines. Cameron from PSA highlights improvements like an ambidextrous safety, last round bolt open, and Glock-compatible sights, while retaining features such as the Radian Raptor charging handle and 40-round capacity. The design is finalized, with production slated for Q1 2025.