Has anyone used the Bose A20 headset with the Flex. It is available with either Electret or Dynamic mic. You can get both and swap them back and forth. I am not sure what hoops are needed on the connector side to get from the bose the radio.
I have spent a ton on different headsets and not satisfied with any. Heil Pro set like wearing a pair of bricks on your ears. The Radiosport just pinch my head too much. At this point money is no object. I just want the best that will work. I have the best radio why not the best accessory. I can use my old bose QC15 for 8 to hours and I forget that I've even got them on.
Bose spec
https://www.bose.com/content/dam/Bose_DAM/Web/Consumer_Electronics/products/headphones/a20_aviation_...
Technical Information
38 - English
Headphone
Damage could occur to avionics equipment that is
intended for use only with 600 Ohm headsets. If in doubt,
consult the avionics equipment manufacturer.
Impedance
Monaural mode: 160 Ohms ON and OF
Stereo mode: 320 Ohms ON and OFF
Frequency response
15 Hz to 15 kHz
Sensitivity: 92 dB SPL typical, measured at 1 mw,
1 kHz, full volume on a KEMAR ear simulator.
Microphone (Electret)
Bias required: 8 to 16 VDC through 220 to 2200 Ohms.
Sensitivity: Varies depending on bias and AC radio input
impedance. Typical output is 600 mV at 114 dB SPL. To
assure proper modulation of the radio, it is recommended
that an avionics technician adjusts its input to match the
output of the microphone.
Microphone (Dynamic) Impedance: 5 Ohm or 150 Ohm dynamic mic
Sensitivity: Equivalent to M-87/M-101
Maximum ambient noise level 115 dBC SPL for full active noise reduction performance
Power source
Battery-powered: Two (2) AA alkaline
Aircraft-powered: 10 to 32 VDC
Voltage
Battery-powered: Two (2) AA alkaline batteries
Aircraft-powered: 10 to 32 VDC
Battery life
Alkaline battery life: At least 45 hours in typical general
aviation aircraft noise. Duration varies with battery age,
ambient noise levels, temperature, ear cushion seal, and
use of the
Bluetooth
feature.
Current
Operating: 25 mA in typical aircraft noise
Fuse/breaker recommended 1/4 amp, fast-blow fuse (AGC 1/4 amp fuse) or 1/2 amp
circuit breaker
Headset weight
12 ounces
Headset size range
Slider not extended:
8.425" (214mm) H x 6.34" (161mm) W x 3.15" (80mm) D
Slider extended:
10.2" (259mm) H x 6.6" (168mm) W x 3.15" (80mm) D
Control module dimensions 1.5" (38.1mm) H x 1.5" (38.1mm) W x 4.92" (125mm) D
Temperature and Altitude
(Category A)
Operating: 5 to 131°F (-15 to 55°C)
Storage: -67 to 158°F (-55 to 70°C)
Altitude: 15,000 feet maximum pressure altitude for full
cancellation
Bluetooth
wireless technol
Thanks Roger
I have spent a ton on different headsets and not satisfied with any. Heil Pro set like wearing a pair of bricks on your ears. The Radiosport just pinch my head too much. At this point money is no object. I just want the best that will work. I have the best radio why not the best accessory. I can use my old bose QC15 for 8 to hours and I forget that I've even got them on.
Bose spec
https://www.bose.com/content/dam/Bose_DAM/Web/Consumer_Electronics/products/headphones/a20_aviation_...
Technical Information
38 - English
Headphone
Damage could occur to avionics equipment that is
intended for use only with 600 Ohm headsets. If in doubt,
consult the avionics equipment manufacturer.
Impedance
Monaural mode: 160 Ohms ON and OF
Stereo mode: 320 Ohms ON and OFF
Frequency response
15 Hz to 15 kHz
Sensitivity: 92 dB SPL typical, measured at 1 mw,
1 kHz, full volume on a KEMAR ear simulator.
Microphone (Electret)
Bias required: 8 to 16 VDC through 220 to 2200 Ohms.
Sensitivity: Varies depending on bias and AC radio input
impedance. Typical output is 600 mV at 114 dB SPL. To
assure proper modulation of the radio, it is recommended
that an avionics technician adjusts its input to match the
output of the microphone.
Microphone (Dynamic) Impedance: 5 Ohm or 150 Ohm dynamic mic
Sensitivity: Equivalent to M-87/M-101
Maximum ambient noise level 115 dBC SPL for full active noise reduction performance
Power source
Battery-powered: Two (2) AA alkaline
Aircraft-powered: 10 to 32 VDC
Voltage
Battery-powered: Two (2) AA alkaline batteries
Aircraft-powered: 10 to 32 VDC
Battery life
Alkaline battery life: At least 45 hours in typical general
aviation aircraft noise. Duration varies with battery age,
ambient noise levels, temperature, ear cushion seal, and
use of the
Bluetooth
feature.
Current
Operating: 25 mA in typical aircraft noise
Fuse/breaker recommended 1/4 amp, fast-blow fuse (AGC 1/4 amp fuse) or 1/2 amp
circuit breaker
Headset weight
12 ounces
Headset size range
Slider not extended:
8.425" (214mm) H x 6.34" (161mm) W x 3.15" (80mm) D
Slider extended:
10.2" (259mm) H x 6.6" (168mm) W x 3.15" (80mm) D
Control module dimensions 1.5" (38.1mm) H x 1.5" (38.1mm) W x 4.92" (125mm) D
Temperature and Altitude
(Category A)
Operating: 5 to 131°F (-15 to 55°C)
Storage: -67 to 158°F (-55 to 70°C)
Altitude: 15,000 feet maximum pressure altitude for full
cancellation
Bluetooth
wireless technol
Thanks Roger