Littman Cardiology IV - Stethoscope Review

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  • Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
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    In this video, we're checking out the Littmann Cardiology IV Stethoscope. I do a cheeky unboxing, and compare it against the Littmann Classic II. Enjoy xx
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  • @asimsohail1828
    @asimsohail1828 5 років тому +470

    There is only one person on UA-cam that will make a stethoscope review and make it a fun video to watch! Cheers man 😂😂❤️

  • @ThatMedic
    @ThatMedic 5 років тому +130

    They’re a god send with hyper expanded chests / high bmi patients when the sound needs to travel further. Usually have to hunt for a core medical trainees to steal one of those cardiology ones

    • @morfreeusbrown7049
      @morfreeusbrown7049 4 роки тому +1

      Ali, I'm not a doctor but I don't think I've ever seen a doctor with a basic Classic. I agree with That Medic, obesity AND through the gown if for no other reason, I mean, how much time do you want to spend auscultating with your 15 minutes portal to portal? So in that sense it WILL make you a better doctor.

  • @9292098
    @9292098 5 років тому +274

    It's funny how the Littman Cardiology IV is the standard stethoscope, even for med students, here where I live, and yet it's like the Porsche among stethoscopes

    • @theguy1824
      @theguy1824 5 років тому +20

      9292O98 Yeah true hahaha but IMO the classic 3 should be more than enough for medical school.

    • @TheMaster47x
      @TheMaster47x 5 років тому +3

      Loool, where do you study?

    • @JustMe-12345
      @JustMe-12345 4 роки тому +3

      I just got that one a few days ago (not yet arrived) but yea, it was pretty much between this and the classic 3, i chose the fancy one because my doctor (for Studies) sait that price here doed relate to sound really but she still uses the one she got at uni so maybe invest a bit. (And really, its expensive anyways so why not, and it has so many designs to make it more personal, i got an all black with a purple stem)

    • @zzoldd
      @zzoldd 3 роки тому

      @@JustMe-12345 how do you like it so far

    • @kohlrabenschwanz
      @kohlrabenschwanz 3 роки тому +3

      lol for a med student ? Those disposale one should be fine for them... you hear shit anyway...

  • @DiogoGCosta
    @DiogoGCosta 5 років тому +27

    When I'm in my study break and I receive an Ali Abdaal video notification I know what I got to do.

  • @Zuhaibdamudi
    @Zuhaibdamudi 5 років тому +131

    why watch pewdiepies meme review when you could watch a stethoscope review

  • @dr.daniyalshahid4969
    @dr.daniyalshahid4969 5 років тому +41

    Ali: Do we need an upgrade? Probably Not.
    Medisave: Return my stethoscope ASAP!
    😂😂

    • @naylb7263
      @naylb7263 4 роки тому +2

      lol thats what I said.
      Ali: I cannot be bought.
      overall great video.

    • @saida817
      @saida817 Місяць тому

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @DoctorNosa
    @DoctorNosa 5 років тому +23

    I've had the litmann cardiology III stethoscope since medical school and it's definitely worth the purchase, agree that it's not worth upgrading if you already have one though.

  • @forestreee
    @forestreee 5 років тому +162

    I never realised that there can be a stethoscope rewiew.

  • @64ngel
    @64ngel 5 років тому +9

    lmao Ali i love your honest review and how you threw the box and the manuel😂 i usually don’t like watching product reviews but yours are the best😂😂

  • @edward2291
    @edward2291 5 років тому +31

    No clue why I’m watching this, I’m in my final year at school, but still a great video.

  • @caduceus68
    @caduceus68 4 роки тому +13

    I bought my Cardiology IV last year, since my 20 year old C-II was pretty much fossilized. When I opened the box, my reaction to the manual was the same as yours. Poof- over the shoulder. Thanks for the laugh!!

  • @MrPaulosophy
    @MrPaulosophy 5 років тому +18

    You neglected to mention that both sides of the chest piece can be used as both a diaphragm and bell. You can adjust the frequency by changing the pressure. High pressure=high frequency and the inverse is also true. The bell is great for pediatric patients as well as well as stuff like listening to the korotkof sounds. I love mine so much. Before that I also had a classic ii and the reason I upgraded was because I was working with a lot of dementia patients and when theres a lot of screaming it helps to have good sound.

    • @EdDerp101
      @EdDerp101 11 місяців тому

      Hi boss. I have the cardiology 4 and you mentioned korotkoff sounds. When taking a blood pressure, which bell do you use and how much pressure do you apply? Cheers!

    • @MrPaulosophy
      @MrPaulosophy 11 місяців тому

      @@EdDerp101 howdy friend. I use the pediatric side because the are is smaller. But you can use the adult side if you'd like.

    • @EdDerp101
      @EdDerp101 11 місяців тому

      @@MrPaulosophy Thanks for the reply :)
      One more question if I can ask, do you use light pressure as korotkof sounds are generally deeper?

    • @MrPaulosophy
      @MrPaulosophy 11 місяців тому

      @@EdDerp101 yes. Because they are low frequency sounds. Low pressure for low frequency. High pressure for high frequency.

    • @EdDerp101
      @EdDerp101 11 місяців тому

      Cheers, legend!@@MrPaulosophy

  • @ASLUHLUHC3
    @ASLUHLUHC3 5 років тому +153

    roses are red
    violets are blue
    i dunno why i'm watching this
    and neither do you

    • @MorrisOutdoors98
      @MorrisOutdoors98 5 років тому +4

      Cause I lost my cheap stethoscope, and ordered this one out of worry for the fact I needed one lol

    • @SAJ.GAMING
      @SAJ.GAMING 4 роки тому +3

      im a doctor ,MD internal medicine 😁

  • @deeponchaudhuri106
    @deeponchaudhuri106 3 роки тому +34

    Brother Ali, Cardiology IV is louder as it has double tube.Classic SE II is a Single tube stethoscope. I have extensively used Classic SE II and Cardiology III. 5 years back I started using Cardiology III which is the older model of Cardiology IV. I have been thinking of buying Cardiology IV in near future. Both Stethoscope provide excellent acoustic fidelity and high SNR (Signal Noise Ratio).
    However My professor used to tell us that the organ between the ears is the most important while auscultating.
    Dr.Deepon Chaudhuri
    Specialist in General Internal Medicine and Critical Care Medicine.
    Consultant Intensivist
    Kolkata, India

    • @nasimreza7211
      @nasimreza7211 2 роки тому

      Which should i buy?
      Cardiology IV or master cardiology
      Please give an opinion

  • @saida817
    @saida817 Місяць тому

    I like how you throw everything 😂😂

  • @samratspeaks
    @samratspeaks 5 років тому +45

    I think they are worth the upgrade Ali. Ur residents and senior doctors notice you, you become more confident about the sound and u don't need to wonder of maybe there was, maybe there wasn't. Think that makes it worth it...

  • @gib_life
    @gib_life 4 роки тому +9

    My medical school put together a diagnostic kit for us and that was the stethoscope we got.

  • @AnnaPark90
    @AnnaPark90 4 роки тому +3

    That's was amongst the most unhelpful reviews I've ever watched, still enjoyed watching it.

  • @doc_Q_
    @doc_Q_ 5 років тому +6

    I’ve never thought about listening to my own breath sounds before * grabs stethoscope * 😂

  • @SmilesforYoo
    @SmilesforYoo 5 років тому +8

    I used a Littman the other day in dental school to listen for temporomandibular disorders. Such a versatile medical instrument!

  • @jeromecruz2588
    @jeromecruz2588 3 роки тому +2

    Well well well! I've been watching your channel for quite some time and was surprised that you did a review for a steth! I am looking for one now.

  • @DrAdnan
    @DrAdnan 5 років тому +41

    It’s like the Ferrari of stethoscopes 😂

  • @mikemiles3068
    @mikemiles3068 5 років тому +2

    I hope it was as cold as my Doctors stethoscope is ! That is the coldest thing I have ever encountered. Fun video 🤓🎧

  • @Gord_Yorick
    @Gord_Yorick 6 місяців тому

    Love that you throw the manual

  • @rachealthoi6546
    @rachealthoi6546 5 років тому +4

    You have no idea Ali how fast my heart beats when I see you....can you please check with that stethoscope😍

  • @asad.x
    @asad.x 5 років тому +7

    I’m a high school freshman... why am I watching this😂

  • @sandy-ny6xk
    @sandy-ny6xk 5 років тому

    I am not the only one to be shocked seeing a stethoscope review!XDdddd~looking forward your new Vlog!

  • @emmagunion3010
    @emmagunion3010 3 місяці тому

    Watching this waiting for mine to be delivered lol

  • @romainlaporte2276
    @romainlaporte2276 5 років тому +1

    Ali, I just saw you last instagram’s posts and i noticed that you went to France. Why didn’t you came to see me in Lyon, I would have loved it. Shame on you 🤣. I’ m joking of course but that would have been cool.
    By the way, your videos are absolutely lit and I’ m glad to be a bilingual guy because if I had not been bilingual I would have never discovered you ! So thanks Mum and Dad !!

  • @umialam7408
    @umialam7408 5 років тому

    Just bought my first stethoscope in time for my first year OSCEs with your code! thanks!!!

  • @mariamebrahim2805
    @mariamebrahim2805 5 років тому +1

    Just got one of these as a med school gift, didn't realise it was so fancy

  • @Valen12valen
    @Valen12valen 5 років тому +3

    Is this the future? Stethoscope review?
    Great vid!

  • @paulayee5029
    @paulayee5029 5 років тому

    Its kinda funny how you review and try it to yourself hahaha Love you Ali!

  • @cindyj.4695
    @cindyj.4695 4 роки тому +2

    I already purchased mine and I’m excited to check my patients!😁

  • @Teffy2105
    @Teffy2105 2 роки тому +1

    Just got that one for a graduation present! It’s great

  • @taafis1817
    @taafis1817 4 роки тому +2

    no stethoscopes were harmed ❤️

  • @zulmaikhan65
    @zulmaikhan65 4 роки тому +10

    I had my littmann cardiology stethoscope for 20 years, great stuff, vanished in COVID storm....sad I am

    • @morfreeusbrown7049
      @morfreeusbrown7049 4 роки тому +2

      This is precisely what happened to me, every time in I'd left my Cardio III somewhere in the last 20 years it came back to me, not this time. Got a deal on Ebay for a new IV.

  • @raishaislam3514
    @raishaislam3514 5 років тому +3

    Pleasee do a video on how you do essay plans! Love your vids as always!

  • @betolala
    @betolala 5 років тому +3

    I just bought exactly the same, i thought yours was black until i saw close, and then watch the #6169 on the box.
    Caribean blue w/mirror best choice in my opinion. salutes

  • @antoniozth
    @antoniozth 4 роки тому +3

    I’m not even a med student or a doctor yet I just feel I need to get one after watching this video 😅

  • @vikalsingh9382
    @vikalsingh9382 5 років тому +27

    " i mean..this one is a bit fatter"...lol nicely done! I use the classic III and so far so good!

  • @ninabumanglag7917
    @ninabumanglag7917 5 років тому +6

    I'm wondering what you'll review next. How about putting the Johns Hopkins antibiotic Poc-it guide vs Sanford antibiotic apps against each other? 😈

  • @mantashaqadri1990
    @mantashaqadri1990 3 роки тому

    I miss this version of Ali❤️

  • @ProjectAnubisUSA
    @ProjectAnubisUSA 3 роки тому +2

    I just dropped $200 on a MDF titanium stethoscope 🩺 for a gift 😳 only way to get the color 😂... ohhh well I spend more in tools and gadgets... this is a tool for you professionals so spend the $$$ for your profession. Plus MDF is LIFETIME WARRANTY!!!

  • @samgurling2026
    @samgurling2026 5 років тому

    Medical Monday hype (and one day early Tech Tuesday) 🎉

  • @dr.techknow2598
    @dr.techknow2598 5 років тому +2

    Should I buy Classic iii or master cardiology

  • @chandruscm
    @chandruscm 5 років тому +9

    I'm not even a Doctor, but I want this.

  • @zoyabeep
    @zoyabeep 5 років тому

    I was looking through your blog, and finding out that you've read Eragon was fantastic.

  • @ivaibhavsharmaa
    @ivaibhavsharmaa 5 років тому +4

    "Hey guys, welcome back to my channel, if you're new here.." No I am not!, I've been here for 8 hours, watching all the videos, and now i think i need an ipad.

  • @hajen.
    @hajen. 5 років тому +3

    I love how show daily doctor utensils on your channel, keep up the work doctor

  • @hajerboudriga
    @hajerboudriga 5 років тому +10

    That literally *sounds* nice and healthy 😂

  • @Wid
    @Wid 5 років тому +1

    Honesty goes a long way

  • @eldermachado343
    @eldermachado343 3 роки тому +2

    If one stands mainly on semiological findings, which would be ideal, the Cardiology IV will make the difference.

  • @ashpod6383
    @ashpod6383 5 років тому +13

    Doctor Ali, putting the Lit in Littman since 2019.

  • @azialifaziz6652
    @azialifaziz6652 5 років тому +1

    i think what would have been cool for this video would have been to try to use your "should i buy this object" framework applied to this piece of medical equipment, so we can see it being used in this ~other context~

  • @richardms9888
    @richardms9888 5 років тому +3

    I got the Littmann Classic III and is good enough :D light and trusty. Great videos as always ^^

  • @4ksandknives
    @4ksandknives 5 років тому

    Oh shit... Ali shelled out for the Littman 4 omg, normally only physicians use it. Only have Littman 3, PT student here xD

  • @beautifulplaces2703
    @beautifulplaces2703 5 років тому +3

    Now you will have to spend a few minutes to pick all those things off the floor. There goes your productivity :D

  • @christineoneill316
    @christineoneill316 2 роки тому

    Thank you. Most reviewers talk rubbish and don't test and compare. 👏👏

  • @sevensixtwothirtynine3020
    @sevensixtwothirtynine3020 Рік тому

    if the 4 is the best, then the 4 with the CORE attachment is insane

  • @hannahn99
    @hannahn99 4 роки тому

    Omg when I saw the thumbnail, I thought you were Dr. Mike lol whoops 😂

  • @nabs9067
    @nabs9067 5 років тому +68

    I wish someone could send me a free stethoscope 😭😭😭😭😭😭

  • @fatah606
    @fatah606 5 років тому +2

    What you think of digital stethoscopes, especially "thinklab"

  • @balsam8368
    @balsam8368 Рік тому

    Thx for saving my money!

  • @xavierwatson1955
    @xavierwatson1955 3 роки тому

    I use the classic 3, I’m thinking about upgrading

  • @yudongzhu4414
    @yudongzhu4414 5 років тому +2

    looks likes Harry Potter with that fancy torch pen !

  • @letssgoobie5852
    @letssgoobie5852 4 роки тому

    Its covid and yet I am back here....Hi!

  • @JoseRivera-rl3qv
    @JoseRivera-rl3qv 5 років тому

    It is nice to hear that this will make you see things better! I got one too a more simple one good video btw tho!

  • @nnspsvy8856
    @nnspsvy8856 3 роки тому +1

    One of my wish to buy it🥺

  • @VastusShire
    @VastusShire 4 роки тому +3

    my emergency specialist said that he had lost 6 stethoscopes for 15 years of his career life

  • @sgc603
    @sgc603 4 роки тому +1

    It's not the stethoscopes that matters but rather what is between the ears that counts.

  • @kuntalbiswas5172
    @kuntalbiswas5172 2 роки тому

    My boss once said Most important part of a stethoscope is the head between two earpiece

  • @onofreenricoespanol3046
    @onofreenricoespanol3046 5 років тому

    I got that same stethoscope for my birthday and I LOVE it😭❤️❤️❤️
    And now I know that the shorter and fatter ones are much louder

  • @villafloresritch8991
    @villafloresritch8991 5 років тому +3

    When you already know how to use the stethoscope *throw the manual *

  • @azialifaziz6652
    @azialifaziz6652 5 років тому +6

    "i need all the help i can get"

  • @bhattihere3586
    @bhattihere3586 5 років тому +1

    Last thing for you to review are the crocs wore in O.T

  • @Eirinikos_Antidrastiras
    @Eirinikos_Antidrastiras 2 роки тому

    Littmann master or Cardiology IV is the most ideal for an anesthesiologist? I am searching it as a present for a good friend. 🌷

  • @adrianotero7963
    @adrianotero7963 4 роки тому +2

    I am between the cardialogy IV and the Master cardiologist .....any opinions would be greatly appreciated.

  • @the_suffolk_barber19
    @the_suffolk_barber19 5 років тому +2

    Don’t like Medisave sp services is much more better
    (Edit). Turns out Medisave is still good getting a Littmann classic lll in dark olive and black, getting my name ingraved in it as well

  • @siddharthsandu8329
    @siddharthsandu8329 5 років тому +2

    Hey Ali , In one of your video you said that listening music between your study period can interfere in with memory... Can you elaborate on this topic... Plus, what should be the alternative

  • @nu.wa.n
    @nu.wa.n 4 роки тому

    You should compare this to the Welch Allyn that costs as four times as much if you ever manage to come across one.

  • @souvikroy5156
    @souvikroy5156 5 років тому

    I liked the attitude with which u r throwing away vogus materials

  • @AyseY
    @AyseY 5 років тому +1

    im a pre-med and i wanna buy a stethescope just right now lol

  • @mexichicana
    @mexichicana 3 роки тому

    My doctor I work for who is a PCP is letting me borrow his! But he has another one that his go to so im hoping he will let me keep it in the end

  • @ss-wc2oi
    @ss-wc2oi 5 років тому +1

    When you threw the manual😂

  • @TR-if7yr
    @TR-if7yr 3 роки тому

    Interesting watching you from across the pond.
    Over here we say "normal S1 S2 no murmurs gallops or rubs".
    Our gallops or rubs is your no added heart sounds eh?

  • @ameerabdullah5840
    @ameerabdullah5840 Рік тому

    Lost my cardio 4 last week😢😢😢😢 it hurts

  • @millarium4078
    @millarium4078 4 роки тому +1

    Where on the website do you type in the discount code? I can't find it :(

  • @jessh5111
    @jessh5111 4 роки тому

    I love my Caribbean Blue IV.

  • @ahmedfaraz2377
    @ahmedfaraz2377 5 років тому +2

    Next video, Draw my life! please

  • @faheemfaisal5020
    @faheemfaisal5020 5 років тому

    Hey Ali ! Can you make a video on how to use the rocket book for Active recall and all for those who cant afford an iPad for note taking ?

  • @OpTEENS
    @OpTEENS 4 роки тому +1

    Who is here after watching Operation MBBS

  • @zolisankabinde5613
    @zolisankabinde5613 5 років тому +1

    I really love this brand!

  • @godzswivel5661
    @godzswivel5661 Рік тому

    Being in the back of an ambulance it’s hard to hear lung sounds on a patient a with standard stethoscopes, so now I’m considering buying my own cardiology iv stethoscope to see what the hype is about

    • @flaminmongrel6955
      @flaminmongrel6955 10 місяців тому

      Why would you need a cardiology 4 for listening to just heart beats? they are for more complicated stuff which can be easily auscultated by classic 3 as well.

  • @sercane4341
    @sercane4341 5 років тому

    Most people waiting ipad mini 5 video from you with how look with apple pencil and compare. I think its better writing experience what do you think ?

  • @whyabc1
    @whyabc1 5 років тому +2

    anyone else think "wtf a torch with a stethoscope" XD

  • @nimalpatel6192
    @nimalpatel6192 5 років тому

    Just wondering as I’ve seen pics on Instagram. On the bell, does the littman signs attach from each side of the bell? Pics I’ve seen looks like it detaches, I feel I’m not hearing clearly. Not sure if it’s technique or the circle needs to be removed 🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @k.f9096
    @k.f9096 9 місяців тому

    How to make bell

  • @jeremiahbaker6396
    @jeremiahbaker6396 Рік тому

    Hi is the coupon still working?

  • @Amankumar-cl1re
    @Amankumar-cl1re 3 роки тому

    It's a pen that comes with a clock....- Joey