Bose Headsets

Jonathan,

I don't notice the vice grip, and many competing headsets (such as the
Lightspeeds) are heavier.


From www.davidclark.com:
The two ANR models weigh: H20-10 22 oz./ H10-13X 18 oz.

From www.anrheadsets.com (Lightspeed):
Thirty 3G Weight: 15.8 oz

Take the time and do research before you post.

--
Thomas Borchert (EDDH)

"Jonathan Goodish" wrote in message
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"Matt Barrow" wrote:
If you don't mind a vice grip and cement block on top your head.

I don't notice the vice grip,

Maybe you don't have a fat head like the rest of us :~)

and many competing headsets (such as the
Lightspeeds) are heavier. That said, DCs certainly aren't as
comfortable as the Bose X sets--I doubt that any other headset on the
market can match Bose's comfort.

My point is that the DC isn't outrageously overpriced for what you
get--a great quality headset and a company that provides excellent
support.


I've had my Bose for four (going on five) years and have not have the
slightest glitch, not that I abuse anything I own.

I don't abuse my headsets, but the point is that the Bose is certainly
less durable and more fragile than DCs.

Can you substantiate that beyond anecdote? From what I've read in this
thread, there is no support for that contention. As a matter of fact, I
recall some comments from another thread that DC is presently rather a PITA
to deal with.


--
Matt
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Matthew W. Barrow
Site-Fill Homes, LLC.
Montrose, CO (MTJ)

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"Matt Barrow" wrote:

Your statement is just ridiculous. David Clark has unmatched quality,
durability, and customer service.

If you don't mind a vice grip and cement block on top your head.

My DCs aren't uncomfortable. Maybe I've been lucky in being able
to correctly fit the headset to my head.

--
Bob Noel
Looking for a sig the
lawyers will hate

"Bob Noel" wrote in message
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"Matt Barrow" wrote:

Your statement is just ridiculous. David Clark has unmatched quality,
durability, and customer service.

If you don't mind a vice grip and cement block on top your head.

My DCs aren't uncomfortable. Maybe I've been lucky in being able
to correctly fit the headset to my head.

I didn't think my old Telex headset was uncomfortable, either, until I got
my current aircraft which was wired for Bose and had a set that came with it
at purchase.

FWIW, I've got the lightspeed 30-3G (yes they are bulky, but they work). DRE
put out a US made ANR Headset (not unlike the DC13.4 form factor) for around
US$279.00. They might not be the best (although I have read positive
reports), seem to be built like the proverbial Brick Sh#$%^thouse and you
cannot use price as an excuse for not going ANR. Might be worth a look

http://www.drecomm.com/6kservice.htm

Available from Avionics West IIRC.

Cheers,
Kevin


"RK Henry" wrote in message
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On Tue, 13 Jun 2006 18:02:51 -0400, "Kobra"
wrote:

My main complaint with the Bose is the price.

I am curious about what Bose brings to the product that makes it worth
the extra money. Or David Clark for that matter. I've fantasized about
a ANR headset but am deterred by the money. I'll just have to make do
with the old-fashioned foam-stuffed noise attenuating headset. If
someone can give a good reason to put up the money, I'd like to hear
it.

RK Henry

RK Henry wrote:
On Tue, 13 Jun 2006 18:02:51 -0400, "Kobra"
wrote:

My main complaint with the Bose is the price.

I am curious about what Bose brings to the product that makes it worth
the extra money.

Because people pay it. G

Do I think my Bose X is WORTH $995? Not really.

Am I happy I bought them every time I use them? Absolutely.

After trying them for 30 days, I bent over, heald my cheeks, and kept
the headset, simply because I liked them enough to pay the price of
admission.

I've only tried my new Bose for one flight but I was impressed... I'll
just give them the $82 a month and be done with it before ya know it...

B A R R Y wrote:
RK Henry wrote:

On Tue, 13 Jun 2006 18:02:51 -0400, "Kobra"
wrote:

My main complaint with the Bose is the price.


I am curious about what Bose brings to the product that makes it worth
the extra money.


Because people pay it. G

Do I think my Bose X is WORTH $995? Not really.

Am I happy I bought them every time I use them? Absolutely.

After trying them for 30 days, I bent over, heald my cheeks, and kept
the headset, simply because I liked them enough to pay the price of
admission.

B A R R Y wrote:
RK Henry wrote:
On Tue, 13 Jun 2006 18:02:51 -0400, "Kobra"
wrote:

My main complaint with the Bose is the price.

I am curious about what Bose brings to the product that makes it worth
the extra money.

Because people pay it. G

Do I think my Bose X is WORTH $995? Not really.

Am I happy I bought them every time I use them? Absolutely.

After trying them for 30 days, I bent over, heald my cheeks, and kept
the headset, simply because I liked them enough to pay the price of
admission.

I agree. I resisted, because Bose audio equipment is such crap. But
the headsets are the best, and there's just no denying it. I broke
down and bought a set, and I haven't regretted it for an instant.
People comment about how much I paid and how much I must loooooooove my
headsets. But mostly, I don't even realize the things are on my head.
That's how comfortable they are.

-C.
--
Flight instructor training blog:
http://clumpinglitter.livejournal.com/

It seems all Bose items are more expensive, not just in aviation. RK,
depending on your age, your future hearing may depend on ANR. Granted,
that the non-ANR headsets are better than nothing, protect your hearing
the best you can. Before I bought ANRs (LightSpeed) I would cram in the
little foam ear plugs, then put on the headset. There were so many years
I flew with no headset.

Ross
KSWI

RK Henry wrote:

On Tue, 13 Jun 2006 18:02:51 -0400, "Kobra"
wrote:


My main complaint with the Bose is the price.


I am curious about what Bose brings to the product that makes it worth
the extra money. Or David Clark for that matter. I've fantasized about
a ANR headset but am deterred by the money. I'll just have to make do
with the old-fashioned foam-stuffed noise attenuating headset. If
someone can give a good reason to put up the money, I'd like to hear
it.

RK Henry

Kobra,

You are correct; the Bose are expensive... But their
let-you-use-their-money where they break the price up to 12 no interest
$82 payments was hard to pass up. I ordered the headset on early Monday
morning and it was at my house at 10:00 am on Tuesday!!

I got a chance to use them last night for the first time and I put them
on and the first thing I noticed is how easy they are to adjust. I
didn't notice a big difference in the passive noise reduction but as
soon as I pushed the ANR button it was like night and day... Very nice
ANR (even compared to my DC 20 10XL's). And as I was hoping, the
microphone was most excellent too... So far so good...

I'm planning on doing some more flying this weekend and try them out
some more... Yea the cell phone interface would be nice but whatch gonna
do...

Jon



Kobra wrote:
Jon,

My main complaint with the Bose is the price. Everytime I see the ad I feel
like I need to put on a chastity belt to protect my bung hole.

I've compared them to my Lightspeed 30-3G's and they are the same in noise
reduction, but the Bose are far superior in comfort and size. My second
complaint is that, for the money, you would think they would have music and
cell phone input. If you want that you have to go with a third party plug
for 90 to 100 bucks (assuming you don't own the PS Engineering PMA 8000B
also on my wish list).

I've just been waiting for that one feature to be added and that will be the
excuse I need to pardon Bose for financial sodomy.

Kobra



"Jon Kraus" wrote in message
.. .

I just broke down and ordered a Bose Aviation Headset X. I have been
wanting one for several years but 1 AMU is a lot of cash for a headset...
Then I remembered how deaf I am becomming adnd thought that this would be
the best protection for my non-renewable hearing.

I already have a set of David Clarks H20 10XL's and they work great so if
the Bose work better than I'll be tickled pink.

How many of you good folks fly with the Bose or have used them and give me
a PIREP. Thanks!!

Jon Kraus