A long-range acoustic device (LRAD), acoustic hailing device (AHD) or sound cannon is a specialized loudspeaker and sound weapon that produces sound at high power for communicating at a distance.

Mar 17, 2025 · If those verbal instructions don't produce a result, the LRAD can produce a loud warning tone that approaches or passes the threshold of pain. When used to cause pain or disorientation, the …

Jun 17, 2020 · During the 2020 protests, police have used an LRAD sonic weapon to disperse protesters. What is it, how does it work, and how can you protect your ears?

Mar 26, 2025 · In this photo provided by the Serbian Interior Ministry, Serbian Gendarmerie officers show the U.S.-made Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD), which is illegal in Serbia and many other …

Mar 20, 2025 · The LRAD, which is not categorized as a defense article and requires no U.S. export license, has been sold to 60 countries worldwide, including Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Poland.

An in-depth look at the LRAD sound cannon, a tool for both long-distance communication and non-lethal deterrence. Explore its technical specifications, real-world deployments, and legal challenges.

Feb 20, 2022 · At vaccine mandate protests in Canberra last week, police used powerful loud-hailing devices called Long-Range Acoustic Devices (LRADs) to address protesters. While some protesters …

It was originally developed by the LRAD (Long-Range Acoustic Device) Corporation. Several other companies, including HyperSpike, now sell the weapons as well. According to Genasys, LRAD® …

Dec 10, 2024 · While LRAD is classified among sonic and ultrasonic weapons due to its capacity for high-volume, directed sound, it is primarily used by law enforcement as a communication tool.

Sep 10, 2023 · Sonic weapons known as Long Range Acoustic Devices (LRAD), are used by law enforcement officials as a non-traditional method of crowd control and dispersal in multiple countries …