Bose or Lightspeed?

[JetKaptain]

I was going to make my first headset purchase and wanted to do it right the first time.

Does anyone reccomend the Bose over the Lightspeed?

Are there any other places besides Sporty's to get headsets?

Thanks

 

[UGAflyer]

I've never used the lightspeed but Bose is the definately best that I have used. I don't own one yet but plan on getting one soon.

 

[ATR-DRIVR]

I would google 'pilot supplies'. there are many sites for headsets.

 

[pilotman2105]

I don't particularly care for Bose headsets, but that's just me.

Try Marv Golden. I got a pair of Lightspeeds from them a few years ago. A quick goggle will find their website.

 

[Goose Egg]

I have both. Paid for the Lightspeed, got the Bose for free. The Bose is better at noise cancelling, but the Lightspeed is a bit more comfortable (on my head, anyway.)

I suppose it's all about economics. If I was not given that Bose, I certainly wouldn't have purchased one. $1k is just too much to spend. I mean, sure, the Bose is better, but not $600 better.

-Goose

 

[FurloughedAgain]

Bose has a deal where you can pay about $85/month on your credit card essentially "financing" your headsets interest free.

Hearing loss is permanent. Once the damage is done it is irrepairable.

There are certain things in life that you simply can't go cheap on. If you're flying professionally then i'd say a good quality set of ANR headsets tops the list.

Make sure that when you're in your sunset years you can hear your grandchildren. Get a good pair of ANR headsets.

 

[Rick1128]

Headsets

You might want to consider Telex ANRs. I have used them for many years and have found them to be excellent. Much better than DCs at noise reduction. I have tried Bose and couldn't hear any difference in noise reduction.

 

[Saabslime]

Get the Lightspeed 30-3G. Super comfortable and all the noise cancelling you want. I have compared them against the more expensive Bose and couldn't tell the difference. Besides, the lightspeed's have a cool cell phone and Mp3 interface that really comes in handy.

 

[ATR-DRIVR]

Yes, but can you keep it on your head for 2 or 3 hrs?

 

[Vik]

I have Lightspeed QFR Solo (non-ANR) but they have 28dB NRR, the highest of any passive headset. I've worn them on 5 hr flights and its not too bad. For about $35 you can get gel seals, which should make life better.