Headsets
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From: Netherlands
Anyone have any experience with Seht 30-75, Faro G2 ANR or Mendelssohn HM40 ANR-C? All about half the price of the top brand names.
The mic (M1 amp dynamic) on my very old DC H10-30 seems a bit dated and causes interference on the intercom.
For use in noisy cockpit of RV-12.
flyme
The mic (M1 amp dynamic) on my very old DC H10-30 seems a bit dated and causes interference on the intercom.
For use in noisy cockpit of RV-12.
flyme
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flyme, I don't know any of those three options but have had a quick look at the various websites. What struck me is that they are all DC H10-13.4 clones. In a way that shows how good the original model was and is. I have used a headset like that for a couple of years (can't remember the brand now) and bought a DC H10-13X afterwards. From that experience I would say: you get what you pay for. Overall, the quality of the small details on the DC meant that it had a better passive noise reduction, due to the sealing on all the small holes and fittings on the earcups, and the electronics were better, providing a better, cleaner sound. The better headsets also come with better microphones. I have also tried the Bose A20 and although I prefer the DC, the quality on that is really good as well. If you're in a noisy cockpit, my suggestion would be to invest in a decent headset. You can replace the aircraft, you cannot replace your hearing.
By the way, you could also look into a replacement mike for your DC, they are pretty good with spares support. Or contact them and see if they can advise you on what mic would work best for your intercom.
By the way, you could also look into a replacement mike for your DC, they are pretty good with spares support. Or contact them and see if they can advise you on what mic would work best for your intercom.
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From: Humberside
Adams Aviation are most excellent about headset advice. I would highly recommend them. The only confusion is there are at least 3 Steves, so always get their surname. The last place to go is www.Flightstore.co.uk as they have no knowledge about the products only what is written on the box. I had a really funny conversation about the Bose A20. He kept pronouncing it Bossy. I said its Bose but he did not listen he just kept saying the same thing. So they no nothing and obviously cant read either. It was like a comedy sketch. So definitely Adams aviation. Depending on where you are if you pop in and see them they will give you really good time and advice.
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From: Netherlands
Jhieminga, thanks for your post.
I have changed the microphone on my DC 10H-30 with Dave Clark retrofit kit P/N 18376G-02 M-7/DC Electrect Mic. Supplied by Global Aviation, total cost incl post, Euro 132.83. Works very well.
I like the ruggedness of the DC. Some years ago I fitted an Adams retrofit ANR kit. Also works good.
I'm a bit put off the Bose due to the plastic Y-pieces (I have a Bose music headset, which I'm very pleased with).
I usually make short flights in a noisy RV-12, if you are long haul in a quite cockpit, I can see the attraction of Bose.
flyme
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I have changed the microphone on my DC 10H-30 with Dave Clark retrofit kit P/N 18376G-02 M-7/DC Electrect Mic. Supplied by Global Aviation, total cost incl post, Euro 132.83. Works very well.
I like the ruggedness of the DC. Some years ago I fitted an Adams retrofit ANR kit. Also works good.
I'm a bit put off the Bose due to the plastic Y-pieces (I have a Bose music headset, which I'm very pleased with).
I usually make short flights in a noisy RV-12, if you are long haul in a quite cockpit, I can see the attraction of Bose.
flyme
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You're welcome! Do you by any chance fly 'Piet'? Or is that another RV-12...? I know that there are several around in our low-lying little country.
Sticking to headset advice so that this post can stay in place: Anyone here who has upgraded from a DC H10-13X to a DC One-X? I'm thinking about it.... I like the carbon frame and weight but don't know how well it compares in noise reduction.
Sticking to headset advice so that this post can stay in place: Anyone here who has upgraded from a DC H10-13X to a DC One-X? I'm thinking about it.... I like the carbon frame and weight but don't know how well it compares in noise reduction.
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From: Tallinn
Any forums for sales of used headsets?
Hey all, PPL student in Europe, looking to pick up a used but good condition Lightspeed Sierra (from a seller in EU). Anybody recently upgraded or with recommendations for sales forums elsewhere?
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Hello, I’m looking to buy the Faro G2 anr headset. Does somebody know if it is a good product or it is better to look for something else ? I’ve read some reviews and while some are good some aren’t so good. Thanks in advance
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See my post #83 above... You get what you pay for in this department. If you are willing to invest more, I would do it.
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From: France
I am currently looking into buying a spare A20 for my GF who would like to come more often with me.
I looked into headsets, and what seems to be the general opinion on the internet is that the A30 is not a relevant replacement to the A20.
The lightspeed seems slightly worse in terms of ANR performance but has some advantages over the bose.
Anyone has a differing opinion ?
I looked into headsets, and what seems to be the general opinion on the internet is that the A30 is not a relevant replacement to the A20.
The lightspeed seems slightly worse in terms of ANR performance but has some advantages over the bose.
Anyone has a differing opinion ?
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From: London
I am currently looking into buying a spare A20 for my GF who would like to come more often with me.
I looked into headsets, and what seems to be the general opinion on the internet is that the A30 is not a relevant replacement to the A20.
The lightspeed seems slightly worse in terms of ANR performance but has some advantages over the bose.
Anyone has a differing opinion ?
I looked into headsets, and what seems to be the general opinion on the internet is that the A30 is not a relevant replacement to the A20.
The lightspeed seems slightly worse in terms of ANR performance but has some advantages over the bose.
Anyone has a differing opinion ?
Really depends on your flying situation but if it's just SEP GA, imo go A20, although I can't speak for lightspeed
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From: LEEDS
Are there any private pilots still using one of these headsets? I know they were very common in a variety of cockpits in the days before David Clark, Peltor and Sennheiser came along. I don't fly myself but I have a virtually unused 62 with a carbon microphone and a well-used Astrolite which I guess is from an old BA TriStar or Concorde. Both headsets have the twin plugs.
Thankyou.
These are they.
Thankyou.
These are they.
Fleet Manager
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From: Ontario, Canada
Mooncrest, it's nice that you have an old headset, and as you have not offered it for sale, your post is okay (we don't do ads here). If want to part with it, and you know of a young pilot who's just starting out, why not offer it to them as a nice gesture. It would not have much value for sale, as there are lots of new and good used headsets for sale. The microphone on that headset, though probably still works, would be considered lower quality for today's radios, and likely not replaceable.
As this is a headset topic, I'll move this post to the headset sticky.
Pilot DAR
As this is a headset topic, I'll move this post to the headset sticky.
Pilot DAR
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From: LEEDS
Thankyou DAR. My post can be taken at face value. It's not intended as an advert or anything similar, just a request for information. As far as I'm aware, the Airlite 62 is still in production after more than sixty years. Mine is probably less than ten.
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From: N . Daarset
Mooncrest , am a bit late to report .. We were issued these on BEA Tridents in early '70s . Had a couple when Trids. retired end of '85 . Converted from Nato to Twin plugs , they still worked for experience flight pax at the school I instructed at until 2 yrs ago ; when school sold up . 1 is still in the attic !
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