201er Posted February 6, 2012 Report Posted February 6, 2012 I really like my Halo headset and believe it or not have stopped using the Bose since I got this. The noise cancellation isn't as good as the ANR Bose, especially on takeoff, but the voice clarity is outstanding and clearer so I prefer them. Far better value as well. The only trouble I have is the ear piece cords hang down too much. It's very rare that they get caught on stuff but it makes me look ridiculous in photos. Has anyone figured out a way to keep them out of the way better? Quote
bnicolette Posted February 6, 2012 Report Posted February 6, 2012 Quote: 201er but it makes me look ridiculous in photos. Quote
201er Posted February 6, 2012 Author Report Posted February 6, 2012 Quote: Bnicolette Mike............I think you're in a little denial here friend. It's not the headset. Quote
aviatoreb Posted February 6, 2012 Report Posted February 6, 2012 Quote: 201er I really like my Halo headset and believe it or not have stopped using the Bose since I got this. The noise cancellation isn't as good as the ANR Bose, especially on takeoff, but the voice clarity is outstanding and clearer so I prefer them. Far better value as well. The only trouble I have is the ear piece cords hang down too much. It's very rare that they get caught on stuff but it makes me look ridiculous in photos. Has anyone figured out a way to keep them out of the way better? Quote
Piloto Posted February 6, 2012 Report Posted February 6, 2012 You are supposed to route the tubing over the top of your ears as shown on the picture. You can also cut-trim the tubing. José Quote
bnicolette Posted February 6, 2012 Report Posted February 6, 2012 Ahhhh, come on now Mike. I just couldn't pass it up. Anyhow..........I've been battling buying these headsets as well. I use the Airman 760 for work and Bose in the Mooney. I thought perhaps I could use the Halo's for both. I do have to say that they do look a bit silly with all that tubing flying around. Are you able to trim the tubing? Quote
201er Posted February 6, 2012 Author Report Posted February 6, 2012 I'm afraid of trimming them cause it says the length is made like that for best sound clarity (which is why I'm using Halo). But I've seen a picture where it's tucked in neatly but can't figure out how to keep mine from drooping. Once in a while they do get a little caught on something but for the most part I don't feel it. The only other complaint is that the wires are so thin that I feel like they're inevitably going to get torn some day. Other headsets normally come with some heavy duty wiring. Piloto, that's the pic I was referring to. Can't figure out how to make em stay like that. Quote
Piloto Posted February 6, 2012 Report Posted February 6, 2012 Just insert the tubing between your head and the glasses frame and for sure it will hold. José Quote
aviatoreb Posted February 6, 2012 Report Posted February 6, 2012 Quote: Piloto You are supposed to route the tubing over the top of your ears as shown on the picture. You can also cut-trim the tubing. José Quote
carusoam Posted February 6, 2012 Report Posted February 6, 2012 Mike, The halos don't look any worse than the big mickey mouse ear headsets. And they don't bump the ceiling either. I can also effectively use the volume knob now. They're somewhat of a challenge to share with someone. I traded in my DCs. The DCs went to the back seats. -a- Quote
201er Posted February 6, 2012 Author Report Posted February 6, 2012 Do your cords droop down like that as well? I just don't like when they get caught on my collar or something. The weighs isn't noticeable. This is a "pilot's headset." so I really wouldn't recommend keeping them for anyone but the pilot or maybe a permanent flying companion that has his/her own headset. Not only is it more personal cause of the tips but it's also a little strange at first and requires some getting used to. I've gotta say though the foam tips are so comfortable and unnoticeable. Just like you, the David Clark and Bose headsets are for everybody else. After not using any other headset for 3 months and trying my Bose back on it felt so heavy/tight!!! I remember when I went from David Clark to Bose i marveled at the imporvement but now there's no going back! Quote
Piloto Posted February 6, 2012 Report Posted February 6, 2012 Quote: aviatoreb You do wear them well. So if I were to trim them, wouldn't that change the sound quality? Quote
201er Posted February 6, 2012 Author Report Posted February 6, 2012 Quote: Piloto It will no change the sound quality but improve the noise quieting. The tubing conduct noise from the outside into your ears. The shorter the better. José Quote
David Mazer Posted February 7, 2012 Report Posted February 7, 2012 The guy in the picture with the tube over his ears is Phil McCand. President/owner of Quiet Technologies, Mooney owner, and a member of this forum. I have sent him a PM inviting him to comment as he does from time to time on his wonderful product. Quote
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