headsets in the crj

[SSDD]

As Russ stated, airplanes with the old style windshield wiper arms are considerably noisier. The Telex model you want is the 750, but keep in mind that you may end up using earplugs depending on which wiper arm configuration you airplanes have...or how long you've been driving props...

 

[j41driver]

I don't fly the CRJ but I have owned the Telex ANR 500. It is an OK headset but I sold mine to purchase a Sennheiser HMEC 25-KA. It's ANR circuitry is vastly superior to the Telex and it is much more comfortable. There are many CRJ pilots at ACA who use the same headset and love it. The HMEC 25-KA can be found on www.marvgolden.com for $515. One note about cost - remember that once you lose your hearing you can not get it back. A good quiet headset is a relatively cheap insurance policy.

 

[CRJFlyer]

thanks for the info...a little expensive but i see what your sayin.....i may wait till i'm able to scratch some money together or wait til i have a line before i decide what to get.....

 

[bailout]

I use the Telex 750's also. Its about 50/50 on these vs D.C.'s as far as what guys wear from what Ive seen. Most of the older/senior captains tend to use the D.C.,(primarily guys who came off the turboprops) everybody else uses the Telex. I think the CRJ is very quiet.

 

[skydiverdriver]

The hard part is finding a headset that will fit in your flight case after you stuffed all of that other company required stuff in it. I just use a lightweight telex with earplugs. Then, when I go to do a walk around I have the earplugs on for the loudest part of my day, walking past the APU exhaust. Have a fine trip.

 

[j41driver]

ANR Headset info

Check out http://www.chipsplace.com. Under the "Information on Cockpit Noise" there is information on Bose, Telex, Pilot Avionics, and Sennheiser headsets. This might help anyone who is considering an ANR headset purchase.

 

[gump88]

You don't need no stinkin headset!!!


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[AAsRedHeadedbro]

I realize you guys are talking about the CRJ but I will add my two cents anyway. I fly the EMB 145 (LOUD cockpit) with Telex 750's and earplugs. I personally can't tolerate DC's for long with my bald head so I really have no choice. With earplugs, the noise level is no problem. I love wearing the 750's (I've worn that model for 13 years) because they are so comfortable. You just about forget that they're even on your head.

 

[LearCrj]

I can't really tell a difference between the old and new crjs. I use the Telex 750s. Tried a friends pair of Telex ANR 500s and they were sweeet! Might have to fork over the cash for a pair myself. I have not really used DCs since my piston days.

 

[Hovernut]

Bose, baby!!

I've worked in high-noise environments all my professional life...submarines...nuke plants, and like the gentleman said earlier, your hearing ain't gettin' no better! I decided to bite the bullet and bought the Bose X while flight instructing. I plan on using it in the CL-65 for quite some time. I recently flew a senior Comair capt. in an Academy Seminole and let him try the Bose out...he said it will be a fine headset for the CRJ. It sure is much more comfortable and quieter than my old ANR DCs. Plus, as Skydiverdriver said, I think the Bose will fit better in the case, too.

 

[60driver]

I believe the Bose X is the best headset for the CRJ. They are very light, comfortable and quiet. If you care about your hearing for the long term and can spare $1000, the X's are a good investment. Also, it is nice to put your headset on without having to deal with ear plugs.

The CRJ cockpit is quite loud and I never take my headset during the flight because of the noise level.

 

[Hovernut]

Bose Discounts!

You can usually get a deal with Bose at Sun 'N Fun, or Oshkosh. I got mine at this year's SNF in Lakeland and was hoping to get free speakers like they had last year, but they were offering $50 off for the 1st pr, a free Wave Radio for two pr, and a Wave Radio CD ($500 value) for 3 pr. I rounded up a few other flight instructors and I bought the three, sold two to the other guys with the $50 discount, and I ended up with the CD box! Whatta deal, and the thing sounds superb!

 

[CRJFlyer]

allright i jumpseated yesterday in the crj.....there is no noise at all..and those that say there is haven't flown in a beech 1900....i'll be gettin the telex or similar from the pilot shop in the cincy terminal...that cockpit is almost as quite as a a-320

 

[Russ]

I thought the same thing. I had been lucky to JS on new models.
I had the telex model and it worked great, now that I fly them, I get a mix of old and new(new windshield wiper vs old one) and have to go back and forth between the DC's and the 750's. My hearing sucks to begin with, so that probably has some bearing. Good luck, your gonna love the plane after the 1900.