Bone Collector Mountain Echo Elk Diaphragm Call

The double-reed call provides more backpressure, which is essential for achieving the volume and rasp needed for long-range bugling. The single-reed options are more responsive and require less air, making them ideal for the subtle, high-pitched mews and whines used to calm a bull at close range.

Diaphragm calls have a steeper learning curve than external reed calls, but this set is a great starting point. The single-reed options are generally easier to control and master, allowing you to practice basic cow sounds before moving on to the more complex bugling techniques.

After each use, rinse the calls with cool water and let them air dry completely before putting them away. Storing them in a cool, dry place—ideally in a dedicated call case—prevents the latex from drying out or cracking prematurely.

Yes, you can carefully trim the edges of the tape with small scissors to better fit the roof of your mouth. Just be sure to trim only the tape and avoid cutting into the latex reed itself, as that will permanently alter the sound and tension.

While you can technically make a variety of sounds with one call, carrying all three is highly recommended. Having specialized reeds for specific sounds—like a dedicated cow call and a dedicated bugle call—allows you to switch instantly between herd dynamics without having to adjust your mouth position or air pressure mid-hunt.