CRESSI T10-SC/MASTER ELLIPSE
-Hyperbalanced-diaphragm first stage features a watertight chamber for reliable cold-water performance

-Pneumatically balanced second comes with a noise-absorbing technopolymer body and internal heat exchanger

The first stage’s unique design arranges its mechanism on an axis perpendicular to the axis of the air entry, creating a “T” shape. You can expect dependable performance with this reg.

Contact: cressiusa.com

MSRP: Not available

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CRESSI XS COMPACT PRO MC9-SC
-Ultrasmall balanced first stage is available in a choice of yoke or DIN

-XS Compact second stage is made from lightweight technopolymers to reduce jaw fatigue

Designed for diving cold or contaminated waters, the MC9-SC (for sealed chamber) first stage is environmentally sealed to protect against icing and particulates. The XS Compact second includes a dive/predive switch for managing free-flows.

Contact: cressiusa.com

MSRP: $369.95

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HOLLIS 500SE + DC7 KIT
-500SE’s pneumatically balanced servo-controlled valve provides precision airflow in a side-exhaust configuration

-Overbalanced DC7 first stage increases intermediate pressure as depth and gas density increases

Designed for both air and trimix tec divers, the second stage can be disassembled without tools; the environmentally sealed first stage protects against icing, and offers fixed-hose routing for backmount and sidemount configurations.

Contact: hollis.com

MSRP: $549.95

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SCUBAPRO MK25BT EVO/A700BT
-XTIS (Extended Thermal Insulating System) provides thermal insulation by isolating first-stage components from cold

-Metal case and valve housing make for a rugged second stage

The A700 second stage and MK25 EVO create the ultimate high-airflow system. The Black Tech coating on the first and second stages both protects and lends a technical look to the regulator. Chrome version also available.

Contact: scubapro.com

MSRP: Black Tech, $1,129; Chrome, $859

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SCUBAPRO MK2 EVO/R195

-XTIS (Extended Thermal Insulating System) increases first-stage cold resistance by 50 percent

-Second stage’s downstream valve and large diaphragm deliver reliable airflow

With the patent-pending Extended Thermal Insulating System, this workhorse reg performs as well in cold water as it does in the tropics. Bulletproof reliability and minimal maintenance make it the system of choice for training centers as well as new divers.

Contact: scubapro.com

MSRP: $349

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SEAC DX 200

-Balanced, environmentally sealed diaphragm first stage offers high performance and simplified maintenance

-Second stage uses advanced technopolymers and treated metals for durability and light weight

The DX 200 demonstrated excellent work-of-breathing scores in ANSTI testing, even beyond recreational depths. The second stage is equipped with both a Venturi lever and breathing adjustment to block free-flows and to fine-tune airflow.

Contact: seacusa.com

MSRP: $650

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ZEAGLE F8

-New flagship Zeagle regulator with smaller, lighter second stage

-Zirconium-plated inlet tube and tear-resistant diaphragm for durability

Zeagle’s latest reg has a distinctly new look and feel, with a lighter, more-comfortable second stage featuring enhanced ergonomics and styling. Inside, it retains the Zeagle emphasis on performance, with new goodies including a redesigned valve, seat-saving orifice, more-responsive diaphragm, and corrosion-resistant zirconium inlet tube.

**Contact: **zeagle.com

**MSRP: **$599

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