Plantronics Headset
 

Anyone out there have any experience with Plantronics headsets? Any model that you would recommend for a high-noise environment (ERJ)?

I currently use Bose because of the noise in the Bro (Emb-120). I am almost curious what Jet pilots use. I love my Bose but when I move to the Jet I would like something that isn't so large and doesn't flatten my hair.

I currently fly the ERJ and a lot of guys use Bose, Telex, or the DCs that are in the airplane. It may be a jet but its freaking loud!:D

I just asked about Plantronics because my parents got me one for Xmas but I don't think its going to perform well in the jungle jet.

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Plantronics reps set up a display in our pilot operations center to peddle their wares. They had the MS200, MS250, and MS260 on display (I think), and were holding a drawing to give away free headsets (also known as harvesting personal information). I asked them what headset Plantronics makes for a high-noise environment (I was flying the 727). Their answer: none. Don't confuse "noise-canceling microphone" with "Active Noise Reduction."

I won a free MS200, which I now use in the DC-10. It's a great headset, but obviously not appropriate for high-noise environments.


For noise, nothing beats the Bose Aviation Headset X.

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Thanks TonyC. That was kind of my assessment as well having looked over their product line. My parents got me the MS-260 which is light and compact and all that. But I think if I used it in the ERJ I would fail my next medical because of hearing.

"I won a free MS200, which I now use in the DC-10. It's a great headset, but obviously not appropriate for high-noise environments."

What would you consider high Noise Tonyc? I have been eye-balling the MS200 for a while. Right now I fly a Lear 45 part time and use the molded earpiece with the small mic clipped to it (plantronics or telex I think). But the MS200 headset looked a bit more comfy. After a 3 1/2 - 4 hour leg having the earpice in starts to bug a little. But I still can't see using a full 2 earcup headset in any jet.

Thanks

P R

I rode on an RJ for the first time in my life last month (it was an ERJ). I had earplugs in my ears but for the five minutes in cruise that I took them out, I felt like I was going deaf more every minute! Wow the noise in that ERJ is out of control. :eek: But then again I am more sensitive to my ears than most people I know.

Not sure if I can justify the $1,000 for the Bose just yet. I'd certainly like to try one on in flight sometime to get a true sample of how it does with noise and comfort.

Any jet? The 727 is pretty noisy, especially above Mach .80. ;)


I'd say if there's any need for noise reduction or noise cancelling, the Plantronics MS200 won't cut it. But if you're in an environment where a single earpiece and no earplugs/earmuffs is required, the MS200 should work nicely.






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If you consider that hearing loss is cumulative, and permanent, it is most definitely worth the low monthly interest-free payments.


And, if you don't like 'em, send 'em back. 30 day trial period.


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Thanks TonyC, I might have to give the MS200 a go. My up front jet time is limited to Lears 25/45, but it's hard to believe other jets are much more noisy. Must be those window wipers :D

Thanks agian

P R

That is the stuff I need to read. I'm slowly convincing myself that the purchase would make sense.

If they're durable and would last a looong time I think I'll get them.