Headset recommendations please...

[andyrus]

Hello,

Yesterday I have started my training and by today I have almost two hours .
I would like to ask your recommendation and/or opinion about aviation headsets. I have a headset, which I purchased on Ebay two years ago. It works fine for now, however, it is a bit embarrassing to use it as an insulation on the cables between mic and head cups falls apart and I am not sure how or where to take the headset to fix it.

I am considering following brands:
David Clark
Sennheiser
SkyLite

Cost is important (~$100-150, I will probably use Ebay again ). Please advise which brand and model is the best for a beginner.

Additionally, did anybody try conventional Bose® QC2 with UFLYMIKE (see UFlyMike). I have QC2, however, I hesitate to spend $200 on mic add-on.

Your help and advice is appreciated. Thank you.

[sternone]

Originally Posted by andyrus

David Clark

Hi, get the David Clark H10-30, you can find alot of them on ebay...

The best value David Clark headset

This model is the 'Best Value' headset in the David Clark range. It is very economical, yet offers all the standard features of David Clark models plus the exclusive M-1/DC amplified dynamic microphone, the best on the market.

This set offers a certified -24 dBs of noise attenuation. There are more H10-30s in use than any noise attenuating headset. New headband with soft-foam air-flow pillow assures comfort and eliminates hotspots

* Headband plated steel meets military specs
* Headband locknut allows the setting of vertical adjustment for a perfect fit
* Dome and stirrup swivels provide universal fit for ear domes to the side of the head
* Flo-Fit Gel earseals
* Shock and vibration resistant earphone mountings
* Earphones wired in parallel for reliability and safety should one fail in flight
* Dual volume controls
* High impact domes
* Shielded cords to prevent RFI or EMI interference
* Hinged wire boom rotates 200 degrees for left or right side placement
* M-1 DC amplified dynamic mic gives clear crisp transmission.

[JMsoundscape]

i have a david clark 10-60 that in my opinion is three times the headset that my lightspeed 20s are, i have seen cheaper sets that sound and work great... but like all things you can spend alot of money on a bose...but i can buy alot of block time for a grand.....hope that helps

[rolivi]

If you already own the QC2 then the mic adapter is well worth it.

[scudrunner]

The UFlyMike is a bad option. If the battery dies on the headset, you can't hear any radio communications. Any other ANR headset that is designed for aviation ensures that only the ANR stops working if the batteries die.
For under $150 I would look at the Lightspeed QFR Solo for ~$155. It is reasonably comfortable and very quiet. If budget isn't a question, the Bose is the best. Although Lightspeed is is claiming their new headset the Zulu is better. There is a review of the Lightspeed on youtube, search for Lightspeed Zulu.

If you are considering David Clark, go with the H10-13.4. The electret mic is better that the carbon mic on the H10-30 (unless you are flying helicopters). The biggest advantage of the H10-60 over the others is the ability to exchange the regular cable for the helicopter cable. Also, watch out for David Clark headsets on eBay. David Clarks makes some models that aren't compatible with General Aviation. If you buy one of those, you will spend as much as a new headset converting it to work in a GA airplane.
Scudrunner

[N51Warrior]

I would have to agree that the H10-13.4. is one of the best choices. I love the headset, plus it is very durable i have dropped it LOTS of times.