13 best prestige stethoscopes

Product description

The Clinical Lite is our lightest weight Clinical Stethoscope ever! Weighing in at only 4 oz. this stethoscope is made of anodized aluminum, giving it both strength and durability along with the comfort of its ultra light weight.

• The Clinical Lite comes with two sizes of eartips which seal out extraneous noise while providing superior comfort.
• An easy to use snap-on rim & diaphragm.
• Extra diaphragm included
• Country of origin is United States

User questions & answers

Question:	Would this tubing fit on a classic III litmann bell
Answer:	You can not remove the tubing from the binaural. They are attached.
Question:	is it latex free
Answer:	Yes. It is.
Question:	Is this stethoscope latex free
Answer:	Yes
Question:	How long does it take to deliver
Answer:	It ships within 24 hrs and depending on where you live, 2-3 working days from there.

Product description

The Clinical I is a classic dual head stethoscope that is acoustically and aesthetically enhanced by its all stainless steel construction. A fiberglass diaphragm is utilized to optimally detect S1 and S2 heart sounds as well as Korotkoff sounds, while the bell side is optimally designed for assessing S3 and S4 heart sounds. The Clinical I incorporates a Snap-On diaphragm retaining ring and a non-chill bell ring which contributes to the ease of use and maintenance, while enhancing patient comfort.

• The Clinical I is a classic dual head stethoscope that is acoustically and aesthetically enhanced by its all stainless steel construction
• A fiberglass diaphragm is utilized to optimally detect S1 and S2 heart sounds as well as Korotkoff sounds, while the bell side is optimally designed for assessing S3 and S4 heart sounds
• The Clinical I incorporates a Snap-On diaphragm retaining ring and a non-chill bell ring which contributes to the ease of use and maintenance, while enhancing patient comfort
• Accessories Included: Two sizes of soft ear tips, replacement diaphragm, ID Tag
• Warranty: Lifetime with Free Lifetime Replacement Parts

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you remove the bell from this tubing
Answer:	The bell is part of the chest piece; and the chest piece can be removed from the tubing. It is not recommended to remove the chest piece as it causes wear the the tubing.
Question:	Does it have a diaphragm and bell
Answer:	Yes, Kerrisha, and it came with a replacement diaphragm. There is also information to register it in case I need any other replacement parts.
Question:	Will I be able to hear my unborn baby
Answer:	You should be able to hear heart sounds, flip to bell side of stethoscope if needed. Cute question
Question:	How will I know if it will fit
Answer:	One size fits all

Product features

Prestige Medical Clinical 1 Stethoscope

• Classic dual head stethoscope that is acoustically and aesthetically enhanced by its all stainless steel construction
• Fiberglass diaphragm side is utilized to optimally detect S1 and S2 heart sounds as well as Korotkoff sounds
• Bell side is optimally designed for assessing S3 and S4 heart sounds
• Incorporates a snap-on diaphragm retaining ring and a non-chill bell ring which contributes to the ease of use and maintenance, while enhancing patient comfort

Product description

Love your stethoscope

The compact and sensitive Littmann Classic III stethoscope is the perfect instrument for clinicians who monitor and assess children or adults in non-critical environments. Manufactured with strong yet lightweight materials for hours of comfortable use.

Education at your fingertips.

Get exclusive training content on your mobile device that will help you improve your auscultation skills and use your stethoscope more effectively. The 3M Littmann Learning Institute App includes self-paced lessons with heart and lung sounds, patient scenarios to help improve your diagnostic thinking, self-tests to track your progress, a sound library, and more.

Get the app and start training today!

Here’s how:

Find

Find the Littmann Learning Institute App in the App Store or Google Play.

Download

Download the free app to your mobile device.

Unlock

Enter the serial number, found on your 3M Littmann stethoscope chest piece, or voucher code to unlock unique educational content.

• Monitor and assess a wide range of patients
• Detect normal and abnormal sounds and rhythms
• Useful in non-critical care environments such as a medical office, general ward, OB/GYN, ambulatory clinic or urgent care
• Fun and vibrant; match color and finish to your personality

User questions & answers

Question:	Isn't the "black edition" supposed to be like black matte finish? on the earpieces & bell. When I click black it looks more like the smoke finish
Answer:	Hi. The bell does not have a matte black finish. The olives and diaphragm are finished in matte black. I just bought it 15 days ago. I'm happy with the finish of the stethoscope. It depends on the tastes of each one. Regards
Question:	Is there a warranty
Answer:	yes, it has 5 years warranty
Question:	Is this good for a new nursing student BSN
Answer:	It's better than good, it's ideal for all your professional career...
Question:	I will be an emt student soon, would this stethoscope be sufficient? Or is it overkill. Suggestions are appreciated
Answer:	Former EMT, currently in med school: This is absolute overkill for EMT (if they don't have steths on your rig, get something in the $15-30 range). This is perfectly fine for med school (it's what almost everyone in my class has).

Product features

Choose a Classic

The compact 3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope is perfect for monitoring and assessing children or adults in non-critical settings. The versatile stethoscope offers high acoustic sensitivity for exceptional performance, hours of comfortable use and comes in a variety of vibrant colors to reflect your personal style.

• Use in non-critical settings
• Detect normal and abnormal sounds and rhythms
• Fun and vibrant; match color and finish to your personality

Tunable diaphragm

Tunable diaphragms on both the adult and pediatric sides of the chestpiece. The pediatric side is useful for small or thin patients, around bandages, and for carotid assessment.

Pediatric side

Pediatric side converts to an open bell. Just remove the single-piece diaphragm and replace it with a non-chill rim.

Single-piece diaphragm

Single-piece diaphragm is easy to attach and easy to clean because the surface is smooth without crevices.

Open bell

Open bell stays clear of dirt and debris by covering it with the small diaphragm.

No natural rubber latex

No natural rubber latex or phthalate plasticizers are used in the tubing or any other component.

5 year promise

Turn to your trusted instrument for years to come with a five-year promise.

3M Littmann Stethoscopes

The personal diagnostic tool you depend on day after day.

Level 6

Ideal for taking blood pressure readings and making limited patient assessments.

Levels 7-8

Hard-working, dependable, clinical tools for physical assessment and monitoring of your patients, one long shift after another.

Levels 9-10

Provides outstanding acoustic sensitivity to help you perform detailed diagnostic auscultation. Useful in challenging and critical care environments.

Level 10+

Offers high-performance acoustics with connectivity, amplification and noise reduction. Useful in challenging and critical care environments

Product description

Love your stethoscope The compact and sensitive Littmann classic III stethoscope is the perfect instrument for clinicians who monitor and assess children or adults in non-critical environments. Manufactured with strong yet lightweight materials for hours of comfortable use. Education at your fingertips. Get exclusive training content on your mobile device that will help you improve your auscultation skills and use your stethoscope more effectively. The 3M Littmann Learning Institute App includes self-paced lessons with heart and lung sounds, patient scenarios to help improve your diagnostic thinking, self-tests to track your progress, a sound library, and more. Get the app and start training today Here’s how: Find Find the Littmann Learning Institute App in the App Store or Google Play. Download Download the free app to your mobile device. Unlock Enter the serial number, found on your 3M Littmann stethoscope chest-piece, or voucher code to unlock unique educational content. The 3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope is the latest version of the stethoscope that helps millions of medical professionals achieve their best. The classic III stethoscope offers high acoustic sensitivity for exceptional performance, plus a versatile two-sided chest-piece with tunable diaphragms. The classic III stethoscope is used by students and medical professionals alike to identify, listen to, and study heart, lung, and other body sounds for physical assessment, patient monitoring, and diagnosis. Tunable diaphragm technology—a 3M invention—lets clinicians hear different frequency sounds by simply adjusting the pressure on the chest-piece. Hold the chest-piece with light pressure to hear low frequency sounds; press a little more to hear higher frequency sounds. This time-saving feature allows the healthcare provider to focus on the patient, while the non-chill diaphragm provides patient comfort. Headset tension is easily adjusted for head size and comfort by squeezing together or pulling apart the ear-tubes. Snap-tight, soft-sealing ear-tips conform to individual ears for an excellent acoustic seal and comfortable fit. Ear-tips snap firmly onto the ends of the ear-tubes and, for safety, require a significant effort to remove. Resilient next-generation tubing retains its shape and flexibility even after folding tightly into a pocket. It provides longer stethoscope life due to improved resistance to skin oils and alcohol, and is less likely to pick up stains. Next-generation tubing is not made with natural rubber latex, a benefit to sensitive medical professionals and their patients. And, to play its part in the protection of human health and the environment, the next-generation tubing does not contain phthalate plasticizers. The classic III stethoscope is made in the USA for consistent quality. It comes complete with large and small soft-sealing eartips, non-chill bell sleeve, and instructions.

• Monitor and assess a wide range of patients
• Single piece tunable diaphragm is easy to attach, and easier to clean because its surface is smooth without crevices
• Pediatric side converts to a traditional open bell by replacing the single piece diaphragm with a non chill rim
• Next generation tubing provides longer life due to improved resistance to skin oils and alcohol; less likely to pick up stains
• Small tunable diaphragm is useful for pediatric, small, or thin patients; around bandages; and for carotid assessment

User questions & answers

Question:	Isn't the "black edition" supposed to be like black matte finish? on the earpieces & bell. When I click black it looks more like the smoke finish
Answer:	Hi. The bell does not have a matte black finish. The olives and diaphragm are finished in matte black. I just bought it 15 days ago. I'm happy with the finish of the stethoscope. It depends on the tastes of each one. Regards
Question:	Is there a warranty
Answer:	yes, it has 5 years warranty
Question:	Is this good for a new nursing student BSN
Answer:	It's better than good, it's ideal for all your professional career...
Question:	I will be an emt student soon, would this stethoscope be sufficient? Or is it overkill. Suggestions are appreciated
Answer:	Former EMT, currently in med school: This is absolute overkill for EMT (if they don't have steths on your rig, get something in the $15-30 range). This is perfectly fine for med school (it's what almost everyone in my class has).

Product features

Choose a Classic

The compact 3M Littmann Classic III Stethoscope is perfect for monitoring and assessing children or adults in non-critical settings. The versatile stethoscope offers high acoustic sensitivity for exceptional performance, hours of comfortable use and comes in a variety of vibrant colors to reflect your personal style.

• Use in non-critical settings
• Detect normal and abnormal sounds and rhythms
• Fun and vibrant; match color and finish to your personality

Tunable diaphragm

Tunable diaphragms on both the adult and pediatric sides of the chestpiece. The pediatric side is useful for small or thin patients, around bandages, and for carotid assessment.

Pediatric side

Pediatric side converts to an open bell. Just remove the single-piece diaphragm and replace it with a non-chill rim.

Single-piece diaphragm

Single-piece diaphragm is easy to attach and easy to clean because the surface is smooth without crevices.

Open bell

Open bell stays clear of dirt and debris by covering it with the small diaphragm.

No natural rubber latex

No natural rubber latex or phthalate plasticizers are used in the tubing or any other component.

5 year promise

Turn to your trusted instrument for years to come with a five-year promise.

3M Littmann Stethoscopes

The personal diagnostic tool you depend on day after day.

Level 6

Ideal for taking blood pressure readings and making limited patient assessments.

Levels 7-8

Hard-working, dependable, clinical tools for physical assessment and monitoring of your patients, one long shift after another.

Levels 9-10

Provides outstanding acoustic sensitivity to help you perform detailed diagnostic auscultation. Useful in challenging and critical care environments.

Level 10+

Offers high-performance acoustics with connectivity, amplification and noise reduction. Useful in challenging and critical care environments

Product description

Classic dual head stethoscope made from anodized aluminum for extreme lightweight. Fiberglass diaphragm side detects S1 and S2 heart sounds as well as Korotkoff sounds. Bell side is optimally designed for assessing S3 and S4 heart sounds. Incorporates a snap-on diaphragm retaining ring and a non-chill bell ring which contributes to the ease of use and maintenance, while enhancing patient comfort.

• Accessories Included: Two sizes of soft ear tips, replacement diaphragm, ID Tag
• Overall Length: Appx. 31"
• Weight: Appx. 3.9 oz
• Warranty: Lifetime with Free Lifetime Replacement Parts
• OveIdeal For: General Practitioners, Nurses, Nursing Students, Medical Students, EMTs rall Length: Appx. 31"

Product features

Prestige Medical Clinical Lite Stethoscope

• Classic dual head stethoscope made from anodized aluminum for extreme lightweight
• Fiberglass diaphragm side detects S1 and S2 heart sounds as well as Korotkoff sounds
• Bell side is optimally designed for assessing S3 and S4 heart sounds
• Incorporates a snap-on diaphragm retaining ring and a non-chill bell ring which contributes to the ease of use and maintenance, while enhancing patient comfort

About Prestige Medical

Prestige Medical is a manufacturer of professional diagnostic instruments and accessories to the healthcare community. Over 40 years ago, Prestige Medical pioneered the concept of pairing diagnostic medical instruments and nursing accessories with medical uniforms in retail uniform stores across the USA. Specializing in unique color choices, fashionable accessories, and patented designs, Prestige Medical continually innovates and enables the personalization of healthcare instruments.

Product description

Made from anodized aluminum, the Clinical Lite is a classic dual head stethoscope which is extremely light weight and affordable. A fiberglass diaphragm is utilized to optimally detect S1 and S2 heart sounds as well as Korotkoff sounds, while the bell side is optimally designed for assessing S3 and S4 heart sounds. The Clinical Lite incorporates a Snap-On diaphragm retaining ring and a non-chill bell ring which contributes to the ease of use and maintenance, while enhancing patient

• Accessories Included: Two sizes of soft ear tips, replacement diaphragm, ID Tag
• Overall Length: Appx. 31"
• Weight: Appx. 3.9 oz
• Warranty: Lifetime with Free Lifetime Replacement Parts
• Ideal For: General Practitioners, Nurses, Nursing Students, Medical Students, EMTs

Product description

The most widely used stethoscope in the healthcare industry. With its unique five-in-one design, the Sprague-Rappaport stethoscope is the most versatile stethoscope available. Comes with a full accessory pouch with interchangeable parts to convert the stethoscope to suit the user's requirements.

• Accessories Included: Soft PVC ear tips, adult and pediatric diaphragms, pediatric disc and diaphragm assembly
• Overall Length: Appx. 30"
• Weight: Appx. 7.2 oz
• Warranty: Lifetime with Free Lifetime Replacement Parts
• Ideal For: General Practitioners, Nurses, Nursing Students, Medical Students, ER, EMTs

User questions & answers

Question:	Is it long enough to wear around your neck
Answer:	Just long enough
Question:	Is this stethoscope all black? it looks like it may have a little silver? Also what are the dimensions of the bell
Answer:	Yes it is black, but it turns quickly and falls apart. I am not sure on dimensions, but it is not good in quality. Hope this helps.
Question:	We can hear the "scratchy" sound when we touch the end. However, when we hold it to the chest area, we hear NOTHING. Help please
Answer:	Hi, I don't have a good answer for you. We have "played" with ours a little and cannot hear much. When i flipped the ear pieces around, so that they sat differenly in my ears, it helped a bit.I am planning to have a RN friend of mine teach me how to use it properly. As they say:I need medical attention to use it right!
Question:	does this have a noise reduction feature
Answer:	No it doesn't, but it picks up heart and lung sounds well. I'm an ER nurse and it works great even for pediatric sounds. The pink is very bright, easily spotted and well admired by most people.

• Handcrafted Since 1971 | Free-parts-for-life Program | Lifetime Warranty | Latex-free
• ALL-PURPOSE LIGHTWEIGHT STETHOSCOPE > Durable, convenient, lightweight, and high sound performance
• Includes 3 pairs of MDF ComfortSeal eartips: Small, Regular, and Large. Eartips are included in our Free-parts-for-life Program
• LIGHTWEIGHT, HIGH SOUND PERFORMANCE
• PREVENT PUNCTURED EAR DRUMS > Patented SafetyLock Eartip Adaptors are non-invasive and leads the industry in user safety

User questions & answers

Question:	Does the white one have any issues with color transfer from scrub tops
Answer:	I wear teal scrubs. I haven’t had any issues with the color transferring
Question:	My pressure gauge broke. Who would I contact to replace it through warranty
Answer:	We offer an amazing Lifetime Warranty on all our products and can replace the unit, once you submit a claim. We would be happy to assist you so please call us office at 818-357-5647. Thanks MDF Instruments
Question:	Is this good for pediatric patients
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Does this kit come with a case
Answer:	After reading these responses, I was under the impression that it would come with a case and I was sadly mistaken. I did not get a case.

Product description

Handcrafted Since 1971 | Lifetime Warranty | Free-Parts-for-Life Program | Latex Free The MDF Acoustica Stethoscope is a lightweight diagnostic instrument that delivers accurate auscultation of heart, lung, and Korotkoff sounds with acoustic integrity and clarity. An ergonomic design ensures comfort for the doctor and patient, even during extended use. Precisely handcrafted from premium aluminum, the Acoustica Stethoscope is the ultimate in auditory diagnostics with unmatched performance and durability. The lightweight aluminum dual-head chestpiece is precisely machined and hand polished for the highest performance and durability. Full-rotation acoustic valve stem with green indicator dot allows the user to easily identify the active sound channel. The chestpiece is fitted with an ultrasensitive diaphragm sealed with a non-chill retaining ring to provide a secure acoustic transmission. The large bell, crowned with a non-chill bell ring, provides greater sound amplification, isolation of low frequencies, and patient comfort. Soft silicone ComfortSeal eartips are phthalate-free and clear for hygienic purposes. To ensure proper fit and isolation of sound. Hand polished, pre-angled chrome plated brass headset features a patented internal dual-leaf spring construction for durability. Patented SafetyLock eartip adaptors lead the industry in user safety. Constructed of thicker, denser, latex-free PVC, the Y-configuration non-stick acoustic tubing provides insulation for superior sound transmission and seals out ambient noise while preventing the cracking and wearing that can occur from repeated use. The longer-than-average length allows a comfortable space between health professional and patient. A patented internal metal-alloy chamber located in the acoustic tubing below the spring keeps the tubing channel open for maximum sound transmission into the headset. Extra set ComfortSeal eartips, spare ultrasensitive diaphragm, and ID tag.

• Thicker, Denser, Latex Free PVC and Lightweight Aluminum
• Handcrafted Since 1971 | Free-parts-for-life Program | Lifetime Warranty | Latex-free |
• ALL-PURPOSE LIGHTWEIGHT STETHOSCOPE > Durable, convenient, lightweight, and high sound performance
• Includes 3 pairs of MDF ComfortSeal eartips: Small, Regular, and Large. Eartips are included in our Free-parts-for-life Program
• The super-duty, lightweight aluminum dual-head chestpiece is precisely machined and hand polished for high performance and durability
• PREVENT PUNCTURED EAR DRUMS Patented SafetyLock Eartip Adaptors

User questions & answers

Question:	In the product dimension it states its 9.5 in length is that correct? What is the overall length of the product
Answer:	This is a great question! Yes, all of our products are covered under our Lifetime Warranty program, and we offer Free Parts for Life. Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any other questions; our phone number is 818-357-5647. - Patty MDF Instruments
Question:	Is the sphygmomanometer covered by lifetime warranty also
Answer:	Es posible que desee probar un conjunto de diferentes auriculares para ver si escucha mejor con los más pequeños o más grandes. Si necesita nuevos auriculares, llámenos al 818-357-5647 y podemos enviarle algunos. Empanada Instrumentos de MDF
Question:	Compre uno de estos recientemente y siento que no escucho casi nada con el. ¿Hay que configurarlo o algo as
Answer:	Thank you so much for your question. While this stethoscope is a great stethoscope, most of our nursing programs purchase the MD One. The MD One model provides better sound quality and is much more durable. Please let us know if you have any other questions, 818-357-5647. - Patty MDF Instruments
Question:	Is this a good stethoscope for a nursing student
Answer:	Hi Christa,No. The Carson MicroMax Plus 2 LED Microscope with iPhone 5 Adapter (MM-255) is a totally separate product. Unfortunately, the MicroBrite Plus 60x-120x LED Pocket Microscope (MM-300) is not compatible with any smartphones.

Product description

Classic dual head stethoscope that is acoustically and aesthetically enhanced by its all stainless steel construction. Fiberglass diaphragm side is utilized to optimally detect S1 and S2 heart sounds as well as Korotkoff sounds. Bell side is optimally designed for assessing S3 and S4 heart sounds. Incorporates a Snap-On diaphragm retaining ring and a non-chill bell ring which contributes to the ease of use and maintenance, while enhancing patient comfort.

• Accessories Included: Two sizes of soft ear tips, replacement diaphragm, ID Tag
• Overall Length: Appx. 31"
• Weight: Appx. 6.7 oz
• Warranty: Lifetime with Free Lifetime Replacement Parts
• Ideal for: General Practitioners, Critical Care Nurses, Internists, ER, Medical Students, EMTs

User questions & answers

Question:	What is tubing length? Is this suitable for someone just learning to hear animals' heartbeats
Answer:	Think 31 inches total length from ears to diaphragm. And it works almost as well as my Littman which was 3 times the cost of this one
Question:	Latex free? Advantages over Omron Sprague Rappaport Stethoscope? Ears hurt? Durability? Sound quality vs cheaper? Thanks
Answer:	It is better than the one they wanted to sell us at the college book store. it was so stiff when i bought it. Now that I have been using it awhile the ears (distance and stiffness) have loosened up some and don't hurt as much.For the price it is not a bad stethoscope. It is not latex free. It is fairly durable and the sound quality is not bad at all.
Question:	Cuánto mide de longitud
Answer:	Longitud total: Appx. 31 "*
Question:	is the clinical 1 suitable for vets
Answer:	Not if heart sounds need to differentiated from one another. Fine for human BP, breath sounds, turbulence in large vessels.

Product description

The 3M Littmann Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope is an ideal entry-level instrument, with a tunable diaphragm, dual-sided chestpiece, and reliable acoustic performance. Its teardrop shape makes auscultation around blood pressure cuffs easier. The suggested use for the Littmann Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope is as a diagnostic aid as part of the physical assessment of a patient. It is Ideally suited for certified nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses, EMT/EMS, licensed vocational nurses, medical assistants and nursing students. The power to learn in the palm of your hand with our free educational app. Practice your auscultation skills anytime, anywhere with the 3M Littmann Learning Institute app, free with the purchase of a 3M Littmann Stethoscope. The app allows you to practice and improve your auscultations skills, which can result in better performance in school or your practice and provide better patient outcomes. With the app, you can: Develop diagnostic skills using patient scenarios Listen to real heart and lung sounds to recognize different conditions Track your progress Test your knowledge Unlock the full content of the app with the serial number found on the chestpiece of your Littmann Stethoscope. Go to the iTunes App Store or Google Play to download the free app and start training today. The colors shown online are approximations. We have made every effort to show the best possible match to the color of the actual product. However, some variation is expected, due to differences in both lighting and monitor calibration.

• Provides reliable acoustic performance for taking blood pressure readings and making limited physical assessments of adult patients
• Tunable diaphragm responds with a simple pressure change to capture low and high frequency sounds
• Tear drop shape for easy fit under blood pressure cuff
• Anatomically designed headset is angled to meet the path of the ear canal
• Nonchill rim and diaphragm provide welcome patient comfort

User questions & answers

Question:	Did yours come with the box wrapped in plastic? Mine came with the box partly opened, I thought there would a protective covering around the plastic
Answer:	Mine came in the box with a 1" plastic band around the box, not all that secure of packaging. When I called Littmann, the operator didn't know what the packaging entailed. But she did say that what I purchase off of Amazon is a third party purchase, so she has no way of knowing anything about the actual product I purchased. Then I called a local distributor and talked to them. I told him I purchased one and that it had the band around the box, but that the item did not have a plastic bag around it or any other packaging. He said it does not come wrapped inside the box, that it sits on a thin piece of black foam, and that's it. That's exactly how mine was packaged. His price is $24 higher than the Amazon price. And honestly, even if I bought it from him, I still wouldn't know if someone had previously purchased it and returned it anyway. I can't tell you how many times I've purchased items in stores to later discover that it had been used and returned. UGH! The bigger issue is it a counterfeit item. I would have no way of knowing authenticity unless I purchased it directly from the manufacturer. Next best thing would be an authorized distributor. I purchased this for home use, so I'm not going to worry about it too much. But, if I were a medical student, I'd be purchasing from an authorized distributor.
Question:	is this good for listening to lung sounds on pediatric patients
Answer:	I can't say whether it's good for peds but I find it very good and was recommended this one my a 20 year peds vet.
Question:	Can this be used in pediatrics? Or is better to buy the classic
Answer:	The lightweight CAN be used in pediatrics but it's better to buy the classic simply because it has better acoustic performance. Here's a link to a comparison chart. http://www.allheart.com/m/littmann/a/littmann-stethoscope-comparison/Hope this helps!
Question:	Only if you know... Other than price, this must lack features or the quality of higher priced ones
Answer:	I like this stethoscope. Anything you get with the littman name will be high quality, the difference from the higher priced models is that this is not cardiac specific. It is a general stethoscope. There is no loss of sound identification. You can still hear s1-s2, lung sounds, bruits, murmurs, bowel sounds, and the like.

Product features

3M Littmann Lightweight II S.E.

The 3M Littmann Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope is an ideal entry-level instrument, with a tunable diaphragm, dual-sided chestpiece, and reliable acoustic performance. Its teardrop shape makes auscultation around blood pressure cuffs easier.

The 3M Littmann Lightweight II S.E. Stethoscope provides reliable acoustic performance for taking blood pressure readings and making limited physical assessments of adult patients. Weighing just 118 grams, it’s the lightest of all Littmann adult stethoscopes, making it more comfortable for caregivers who wear their stethoscopes all day long.

Product description

The stethoscope features ultra-sensitive acoustics for use through bandages or clothing with an accurate assessment through up to 10 layers of terry cloth towel! Head manufactured from high impact shatter resistant acrylic resin. ID tag included.

• Item Package Length: 33.02cm
• Item Package Width: 13.462cm
• Item Package Height: 4.826cm
• Item Package Weight: 0.55 lb

User questions & answers

Question:	Can I use these stethoscope to check BP
Answer:	Yes! I'm an EMT in an industrial facility and I specifically bought this stethoscope to do BP checks in a noisy environment and possibly over clothes. It's very sensitive and works great!
Question:	Does this come with an id tag? there is one shown in the picture
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Will a Littman stethoscope name badge fit on this stethoscope
Answer:	I had no problem putting a name badge on thus.
Question:	Cleaning the tubing. mine is tacky, not sticky just odd and unpleasant to touch. it came that way. but the sound is great. help
Answer:	You can try cleaning the tubing with rubbing alcohol, but it does not always clear it up. The last one I had that got tacky, I ended up replacing the tubing.

• Handcrafted Since 1971 | Free-parts-for-life Program | Lifetime Warranty | Latex-free
• TRADITIONAL 5-IN-1 SPRAGUE DESIGN > With included adult, pediatric, and infant attachments, empowering you with the convertibiliy to diagnose all patients
• TWO SOUND CHANNELS, ONE FOR EACH EAR > Duel Lumen Tubing
• CUSTOM FITTED > Accufit headset adjusts to your specifications
• Diagnose Adult, Pediatric, and Infant patients with one stethoscope

User questions & answers

Question:	How is the sound? I am looking for one for when I am searching vehicles for secret compartments but need to know if the sound is clear
Answer:	I have not used it to listen to walls to test for studs or such, but I can hear heart murmurs quite well, so I am guessing that if you know what you are listening for, this will work nicely for you
Question:	what is a "dual head
Answer:	Comes with interchangeable parts for pediatric and/or adult. You can use it for either.
Question:	I purchased this for my daughter as a gift. she is doing clinicals in high school. it appears the pedi diaphragm does not fit. how do i get this fixed
Answer:	Seriously! It is cheaper and easier to just buy a new one!