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Old 25th Feb 2004, 23:00
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I use a Peltor 7003 (which is no longer available, though later models are). The Peltors are slightly lighter than DC and have the advantage of folding up fully. In consequence, they take up less room in a flight bag. (Be warned though, not all models fold fully!)

The earcup of my pair is fitted with a slider switch to alter the mic impedence (goodbye, in theory at least, the incompatability problem with other headsets which is mentioned on one of the other linked threads).

The other plus with the Peltor is that its headband is thin. So if there is a clearance problem between the top of your head and the aircraft canopy/headlining, then the thinner Peltor may be the answer.

I wear spectacles and fly about 20 - 25 hours a year in a variety of types. I've had no problems with the Peltor (other than incompatability with DC's - who wants to keep taking a headset apart to reset the mic impedence?) and am on the market for a secondhand set as pax/spare set.

Howzat for a recommendation?
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