zulu.2 v bose A20
I feel I should further clarify after Cirrussys' comments, my problem with the cable really came from NOT using the clips that came with it which often left it dangling and when I wasn't watching or not paying attention I closed it in the door a number of times which caused the problems in the end and they still covered it under warranty without a single problem.
Also I used to wrap it tightly around the controls in one particular aircraft to keep it out of the way which, as anyone who has ever done audio/visual work before will tell you, is just not good for the cords!!. I personally haven't heard of others having similar problems, use the clips that come with it and you shouldn't have those same problems.
Also I used to wrap it tightly around the controls in one particular aircraft to keep it out of the way which, as anyone who has ever done audio/visual work before will tell you, is just not good for the cords!!. I personally haven't heard of others having similar problems, use the clips that come with it and you shouldn't have those same problems.
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Regarding where to purchase from in US, Skygeek have prices competitive with Marv Golden, but Skygeek will send stuff cheap USPS (not the expensive tracked USPS). Makes a big difference.
Regarding Zulu vs Bose, unless you are a nit picker, you will be very pleased with either one. Both do the job superbly, so long as battery not flat.
Very much akin to the Piper vs Cessna, Holden vs Ford debate.
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Regarding Zulu vs Bose, unless you are a nit picker, you will be very pleased with either one. Both do the job superbly, so long as battery not flat.
Very much akin to the Piper vs Cessna, Holden vs Ford debate.
John
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You get what you pay for
I have both types, couldn't decide so I purchased both. No decision now, chalk and cheese, the Bose is by far exceptional. But it's more expensive, so spend a little more and buy the best, PS, I have a nearly new Zulu for sale.
Remembering what opinions are like, I find the Zulu to be slightly more comfortable than the Bose. The Bose has some clamping pressure, all be it very little but this also gives it some passive noise attenuation, the Zulu has no passive noise attenuation but also no clamping pressure and a more comfortable headband. Carry spare batteries for both. Both headsets have impeccable sound and mike as well as the ability to listen to something other than the radios. The Zulu come with a very good case, making it easier to look after them. The Zulus have the boom on the left, it cannot be changed. If you are in the right hand seat or you have centre mounted radio jacks, you will have a cord dangling across your body. If you fly like this all the time, you may get used to it but for me, it is a deal breaker. With Bose, you can change the boom to the right side but you need a screw driver to do it so you wouldn't want to be doing it all the time. Both companies offer impeccable warranty service. I know people who have had faultless service from both headsets and people who have returned their headsets many times. Zulu owners will unplug a Bose headset to use their own and Bose owners will do the same. Zulus are a lot cheaper and Lightspeed has a very good rebate program running where you get a sizable discount if you trade in an old headset. If you are going to purchase a Zulu, purchase it from the manufacturer, Lightspeed. Don't pay $600 for a second hand headset that you can buy new for $700. As stated at the top, this is my opinion, my experience only. If you possibly can, try before you buy.
The Zulus have the boom on the left, it cannot be changed. If you are in the right hand seat or you have centre mounted radio jacks, you will have a cord dangling across your body.
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I owned a pair of Bose x11s and worked with guys who run zulu
Zulus caused problems 4/5 had to be returned all fixed under warranty but a hassle.
X11 never missed a beat. I had the cord replaced once due failure it was due to self abuse and Bose replaced it free of charge. Very impressed.
Currently running uflymike on a Bose QC15 and will never go back to a traditional headset.
Zulus caused problems 4/5 had to be returned all fixed under warranty but a hassle.
X11 never missed a beat. I had the cord replaced once due failure it was due to self abuse and Bose replaced it free of charge. Very impressed.
Currently running uflymike on a Bose QC15 and will never go back to a traditional headset.
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I have read that the only problem with QC15 is if battery on QC15 runs flat, you loose both ANR but also all sound (ie speakers) dead. So dead battery, hear no radio at all.
I haven't verified that myself.
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I haven't verified that myself.
John
I have read that the only problem with QC15 is if battery on QC15 runs flat, you loose both ANR but also all sound (ie speakers) dead. So dead battery, hear no radio at all.
Bose X have a narrow ear cup that make them really uncomfortable for people with biggish ears. The Bose A20 has a wider cup but if you have really big ears they are apparently still bad news.
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From what I've read to be TSO'd you are required to use some earbuds which connect to the uflymike setup so incase of battery failure you can still receive radio? Just seems like to much hassle really, I like the idea, looks like a nice compact unit.
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I bought the zulu1 about 3-4 years ago, and haven't regretted it once. They are really comfortable, they don't have the head turning issue that I've heard the zulu 2 has, and as I wear glasses I have rather thick fitovers but still doesn't affect the quality of the seal. I use rechargeable lithium batteries in them, they last forever and a day.
I don't put and effort into looking after them, but the cord is still in good condition, earmuffs still look good as new. Comfortable, ANR works really well, and never had any issues (PNR is unfortunately rubbish though).
I don't put and effort into looking after them, but the cord is still in good condition, earmuffs still look good as new. Comfortable, ANR works really well, and never had any issues (PNR is unfortunately rubbish though).
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have you used the UFM qc15 in pistons? how do they compare
And yes if you battery goes flat you lose all sound however it doesnt just die it is the same as the aviation headset eg solid green light good battery approx 100hrs flashing battery approx 10hrs as it continues the flashes are more constant. Therefore change the battery same as the other headsets. You carry spares for the other headsets why not the QC.
QC takes 1 x AAA battery and lasts longer the the others which take 2 xAA. Batteries take less then 5 secs to replace.
Also I use the QC when dead heading or personal travel.
QCs are half the price half the weight and fit nicely in a nav bag.
I swear by the QCs
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The QC's with UFM are fantastic (surely you can carry a spare battery)
Wife wont use anything else.
I use A20's for bluetooth phone. People tell me they wouldn't know I wasn't sitting at home in the lounge chair, talking to them.
Some friends have Zulu's and keep having to send them back for repair.
Go the A20 if you can afford them or else the QC's.
Wife wont use anything else.
I use A20's for bluetooth phone. People tell me they wouldn't know I wasn't sitting at home in the lounge chair, talking to them.
Some friends have Zulu's and keep having to send them back for repair.
Go the A20 if you can afford them or else the QC's.
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zulu.2 v bose A20
I bit the bullet and decided on the Zulus, I've been using the a20s, and every time I wind up with a headache, may have something to do with my sunnies, that and a few other things that bugged me, got an alright price from the states for the Zs $840 delivered. Thanks for all the replies.
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