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Buyer's Guide: The New Headsets

Whether it’s passive or active, this year’s models offer plenty of “oomph” for your ears

Bose Aviation Headset X
This new version of the Bose X features a smaller control module with dual thumbwheel volume controls and automatic shutoff. The nine-volt battery has been replaced with AAs, and the microphone boom has been improved for more precise mic placement on either side.
Noise Reduction Type: Active
Power Source: 2 AA batteries
Weight: 12 oz.
Warranty: 5 years
Suggested Retail Price: $995
Contact: Bose, (800) 999-2673, www.bose.com

David Clark H10-13.4
The newest David Clark Model H10-13.4 trends toward comfort. Larger earcups are made lighter with Comfort-Gel, plus the headset features "undercut" ear seals and a larger super-soft, double-foam head pad. The headset also includes an advanced noise-canceling microphone.
Noise Reduction Type: Passive
Power Source: None
Weight: 13.4 oz. with foam ear seals; 16.5 oz. with gel ear seals and other headpads
Warranty: 5 years
Suggested Retail Price: $315
Contact: David Clark, (508) 751-5800, www.davidclark.com

Flightcom Denali ANR
Flightcom's Denali headset provides a near-custom fit through its canted ear domes that match the angle of the head and ear. It's made with high-impact, resilient-fiber, reinforced-nylon ABS for long-lasting durability.
Noise Reduction Type: Active
Power Source: 9-volt battery
Weight: 13.4 oz.
Warranty: 3 years
Suggested Retail Price: $559
Contact: Flightcom, (800) 432-4342, www.flightcom.net

Headsets Incorporated EM-1
The EM-1 features an impressive four-speaker audio system. If you forget to turn the headset off after a flight, the unit's auto shutoff feature will take care of it.
Noise Reduction Type: Active
Power Source: 9-volt battery
Weight: 22 oz.
Warranty: 3 years
Suggested Retail Price: $399
Contact: Headsets Incorporated, (806) 358-6336, www.headsetsinc.com

Peltor Communications Pro GT
The Pro GT features redesigned gel ear seals, a wide headband and stainless-steel spring arms for added comfort. The noise-canceling microphone is mounted on a boom that rotates for left- or right-side placement.
Noise Reduction Type: Passive
Power Source: None
Weight: 12.8 oz.
Warranty: Lifetime
Suggested Retail Price: $299 Contact: Peltor Communications, (800) 665-2942, www.peltoraviation.com

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