If someone told’s you there’s a device that can help you hit more targets, make better shots, and provide analytics you’ve never seen before — all in a compact gadget you can fit in your pocket — would that impress you? Well, according to Pieter Malan from Impact Shooting, that device exists now: the SG Pulse electronic shooting level from Shooters Global.
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Why Leveling Your Rifle Matters — And How Electronic Shooting Level Changes the Game
As Pieter points out, by now, we all should know how important it is to have a level rifle when engaging steel at distance. The more cant there is — in other words, the more the rifle leans to either side — the more you’re essentially dialing yourself off the target, assuming you’re dialing or holding for elevation.
Traditionally, shooters relied on bubble levels mounted to their scopes to stay aligned, glancing at them before each shot.
But with modern innovations like the SG Pulse electronic shooting level, that process has become much more intuitive and precise.
Available in both Picatinny and M-LOK versions, the SG Pulse mounts easily to your rifle and instantly provides visual feedback through an LED system.
And for Spuhr mount users, there’s a dedicated Spuhr attachment available for separate purchase to ensure proper compatibility with the SG Pulse.
Pieter Malan explains how the SG Pulse makes checking rifle level much easier. Instead of having to look for the bubble level in his peripheral vision, he now uses the built-in light — if it’s green, he knows he’s ready to take the shot. If it turns red or blue, that’s a clear signal to fix the cant before engaging the target. According to him, it’s “wildly awesome.”
This immediate visual cue — visible without shifting your eye off the target — is what makes this electronic shooting level a game-changer in precision shooting.
When paired with the Drills app, the SG Pulse reveals its full potential.
Live data from SG Pulse
As Pieter notes, SG Pulse displays live data on rifle cant and tipping, along with a stability score that reacts dynamically as the rifle moves — something he finds “super, super handy.” The system also tracks the angle of the shot, updating in real time as the rifle is tilted up or down.
“What’s really cool about this app too: you can actually customize what your sort of accepted level of horizontal out is — whether you want a green light at 1% angle error, or if you’re okay with a 5% angle error. I’ve got mine set to — I think as soon as I go over 1.5 — I start getting a blue or a red light, depending on which way I go.”
– Pieter Malan
At the top of the Drills app interface, you’ll also see a shot counter — which becomes even more powerful when paired with the SG Timer alongside the SG Pulse. This combination gives you synchronized data on both your shots and your rifle positioning in real time.
Also read: Advanced Shot Timer Capabilities: Key Features of the SG Timer 2
Once on the range, the impact of cant becomes crystal clear. In a practical demo, we can observe how shifting the rifle’s angle affects point of impact. With a deliberate tilt to the right — showing a blue indicator on the SG Pulse — the first shot barely clips the right edge of the target. Further cant pushes the shot completely off target. The same happens when exaggerated cant is applied to the left.
But once the light goes green, indicating the rifle is level, everything clicks — literally. The shot lands dead center.
„What’s most striking is that this demonstration was done at just 300 meters (about 330 yards) — and even at that moderate distance, a slight cant was enough to miss a generous target. The takeaway is clear: having your rifle perfectly level before the shot is not just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. And with SG Pulse’s peripheral light indicator in your line of sight, you don’t have to shift your focus to a traditional bubble level. You stay on target, fully engaged.” – Says Pieter.
When training for precision rifle shooting, analyzing your recoil and trigger control is crucial. With the SG Pulse overlay feature, you can visually track your barrel’s movement during and after the shot, helping you spot issues like sideways recoil or wobble on trigger press.
Whether you’re managing recoil poorly or perfectly — the difference becomes clear when you play the footage back. See if your rifle stays stable or jumps off line. Analyze how smoothly your trigger breaks. Adjust. Improve.
“Hopefully you guys were able to see the difference. I’ll try and overlay those two side by side here so you can see the difference between proper recoil management and essentially not managing your recoil at all.” – Pieter Malan
All things considered, the SG Pulse is more than just a training tool — it’s a versatile and powerful asset for any rifle shooter.
Whether you’re a competitive long-range marksman or just someone who enjoys plinking steel on the weekends, the SG Pulse can seriously elevate your shooting experience. It’s one of the most exciting innovations to hit the shooting sports space in recent years — combining real-time data feedback with an easy-to-read peripheral light indicator that replaces the need to glance at a traditional bubble level.
The real value of SG Pulse lies in its simplicity and effectiveness. It helps you avoid missed shots caused by rifle cant, saving time, ammo, and frustration. The companion Drills app is intuitive, feature-rich, and makes the entire system incredibly user-friendly — even for those who aren’t tech-savvy.
And if you want to get the most out of your setup, pairing SG Pulse with the SG Timer is a winning combination. That’s how many pros run it — and once you try it, you’ll see why.
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