ANR headsets

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When the batteries on the Bose die, do you lose your ability to hear? I've heard that when the batteries go, the headset is usless until the batteries are replaced??

Yes, it's pretty much just like Gorilla said, so don't go a-flyin' with no spares on hand. And I've seen the little light blink for 8 hours before the thing dies, so if you just take a look at it every time before you put the headset on, you're probably going to notice. (If you're the captain, the FO can clue you in, since the light's on the right side.) It's pretty obvious when it's getting critically-low, as stuff starts to sound pretty bad--I always change it long before that when flying, but I've experienced it just listening to music.

uflymike's website also warns not to use rechargables, since they tend to drop off suddenly, whereas alkaline's will fade gradually. If the thing kicks, though, you're going to notice the background noise increase, although YMMV in the electric jet...

Cheers.

 

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I not on the A320 but I would highly recommend the Sennheiser ANR over any other including BOSE.......The only reason why I like them better than bose is the size.....It is much more compact and I don't know any jet other than maybe the 727 which a Bose would be necessary. They are very comfortable, compact, great battery life and the ANR is AWESOME. Here is the link www.sennheiserusa.com. If you are part of ALPA look under your log in for member benefits/Shopping Mall. Here is the info also, but to get the discount which is about $250 you need to enter the web site through your ALAP log on. Hope this helps....I love my head set!

Sennheiser Noise Cancellation Headsets


From the Sennheiser website, ALPA members may view the different types of active/passive noise cancellation headsets available from Sennheiser USA. The Sennheiser USA point of contact is: Mr. Michael Feldbauer, Phone: 860-434-9190 ext. 146, Fax: 860-434-1759, or e-mail: [email protected]. For additional information, view Sennheiser's website.

Which model headset do you own?

Thanks

 

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Correction

If you're going to buy the Bose QC2, you can get it at Crutchfield for the same price as Bose ($299), and, if you haven't purchased anything at Crutchfield before, PM me for a code for 20% off.

Sorry, guys, I misspoke. It's $20 off, not 20%. Still cheaper than Bose, though.