[February 2026] – As the 2026 FAI Drone Soccer World Series draws near, the global drone sports community is shifting its focus to the upcoming season's elite contenders. Recently, the acclaimed German Dronesoccer Team officially announced its strategic partnership with Saramonic, integrating the Witalk9 Full-Duplex Wireless Intercom System as its official tactical communication gear. The team is currently in full preparation mode for the high-stakes Aalen (Germany) round in March and the Paris (France) round in April.
Rising from the 2025 Shanghai World Cup
The German Dronesoccer Team has long been a powerhouse on the international circuit. During the 2025 FAI Drone Soccer World Cup in Shanghai, the team delivered a clinical performance, securing 5th place globally. This achievement distinguished them as the highest-ranking non-Asian team in the tournament, cementing their reputation for exceptional piloting skill and disciplined team coordination.
The Road to 2026: Chasing the Podium in Aalen and Paris
The team’s 2026 campaign kicks off with two critical back-to-back events:
- March 13–15: Aalen, Germany
- April 3–5: Paris, France
Drone soccer is as much a game of communication as it is of flight. To gain a competitive edge this season, the German Dronesoccer Team has overhauled its tactical workflow, focusing on real-time execution under high-pressure environments.
Why the German Team Chose Saramonic Witalk9
The acoustic environment of a drone soccer arena is notoriously challenging. In confined spaces, up to 40 drones can be airborne simultaneously, creating a wall of high-frequency motor noise that makes verbal coordination nearly impossible. To overcome this, the team has deployed the Saramonic Witalk9-7S system (1-Master to 6-Remote system), leveraging its advanced audio engineering.
Superior Noise Cancellation & Interference Immunity
Competitive arenas are signal-dense and extremely loud. The Witalk9 utilizes 1.9GHz DECT technology, bypassing the crowded 2.4GHz spectrum to ensure a drop-free connection. Featuring the proprietary ClearTalk three-microphone system and Noise Cancellation Algorithm (NCA), the headsets filter out ambient drone whirring while isolating human speech. Combined with Auto Gain Control (AGC), the system ensures crystal-clear communication even in environments with sound pressure levels up to 130 dB SPL.
True Hands-Free Full-Duplex Communication
Unlike traditional walkie-talkies, the Witalk9 is a true hands-free system. Pilots do not need to take their hands off the controller to press a "Push-to-Talk" button. This allows for instantaneous, bidirectional dialogue, enabling the team to execute split-second tactical maneuvers.
Extended Comfort & Environmental Protection
Designed for long tournament days, the Witalk9 features cooling gel ear pads and a lightweight, ergonomic headband. With Level 3 wind protection, the system remains reliable even in demanding outdoor conditions.
Long-Range Reliability
With a 500m line-of-sight range and a dedicated 10-bay charging station with 14 batteries, the team stays connected through every heat and knockout round.
Conclusion
With the Aalen round just weeks away, the German Dronesoccer Team is finalizing its tactical preparations. The addition of the Saramonic Witalk9 provides the team with a "silent advantage"—a reliable communication backbone that could be the deciding factor on the 2026 leaderboard.
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