I tried the then new Icom some years ago and it wouldn't work with a headset. Any headset! I was in the dealer's showroom and we tried several radios and many makes of headset, but none were usable. They may well have fixed that now, but do check any potential purchase will work with your head set before you buy it.
I was flying a Chipmunk with none-too-reliable radio out of Liverpool John Lennon so the hand held was a nice backup to have. I only had to use it in anger once.
I went for the Vertex Pilot 111 which worked fine with headsets and is well made. Great bit of kit!
Last edited by Shaggy Sheep Driver; 8th Jul 2013 at 09:39.