OTTO Engineering Audio Accessories – Tactical-Grade Headsets, Speaker Mics & PTT Solutions

OTTO Engineering is a leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced audio accessories and controls for mission-critical environments. From ruggedized radio headsets to advanced speaker microphones and tactical PTT solutions, OTTO products are relied on daily by public safety professionals, military personnel, utility workers, and industrial operators around the world.

Headquartered in Carpentersville, Illinois, OTTO Engineering brings 60+ years of American manufacturing experience and innovation to every product. They are fully vertically integrated — operating their own in-house CNC machining, injection molding, stamping, cable assembly, and over-molding facilities — ensuring tighter quality control, faster lead times, and exceptional product consistency. All OTTO products are engineered, tested, and assembled in the USA.

What sets OTTO apart is its obsessive focus on durability, user comfort, and field-tested performance. Their audio accessories are built to military-grade standards and are widely adopted by police departments, fire/rescue agencies, border security, military special forces, and field service crews. OTTO’s robust offerings include noise-cancelling headsets, tactical bone conduction systems, discreet surveillance kits, heavy-duty speaker mics, and waterproof remote PTTs.

Each solution is purpose-built to integrate seamlessly with leading radio platforms including Motorola, Kenwood, Harris, ICOM, and others. Whether you're outfitting a SWAT team, a manufacturing facility, or a wildfire response crew, OTTO’s products deliver unmatched clarity, reliability, and endurance — when it matters most.

Industries & Use Cases

Law Enforcement: Modular audio systems that support rapid, secure communication in high-stakes, high-noise tactical settings.
Fire/EMS: Fire-rated, glove-friendly mics and headsets built to withstand heat, water, impact, and vibration.
Military: Tactical-grade accessories for combat radios, encrypted comms, and covert field ops.
Utilities: Clear audio in harsh environments — supporting field crews, linemen, and power teams in all weather conditions.
Construction & Heavy Industry: Rugged noise-attenuating systems ideal for cranes, loaders, mining, rail, and transportation sectors.

OTTO Quality Advantages

American Manufacturing: Built and tested in Illinois with vertically integrated facilities
RF & Acoustic Engineering: Superior mic/speaker clarity, noise cancellation, and sidetone control
Environmental Testing: Every product undergoes shock, drop, ingress, vibration, and thermal testing
Platform Compatibility: Designed to work with Motorola APX/XPR, Kenwood NX, Harris XL, and more
Built to Last: Reinforced cables, sealed buttons, military-rated casings, and long product lifespans