DRE 6000 ENR Headset
Jim
I would share my experience.
I have been using the LightSpeed QFR Solo passive headset for the last
year. It is very comfortable, light weight, and sounds good too. At
29dB, it is also one of the industry's better sound reduction
passives. However, I have always wanted to try an ANR ( or ENR for
electronic noise reduction ) headset to hear the difference. The only
thing stopping me was the price tags attached to the ANRs.
When I read the reviews on the DRE 6000 (rated #1 in 2000 by Aviation
Consumer) and noticed the price reduction from $450 to $299, I decided
it was time to check out the ANR. With a 30 day return policy there
wasn't much to lose.
My first impression of the DRE 6000 is that it is built from quality
materials and designed to last. It is a little heavier than the Solo
but didn't feel heavy on the head or uncomfortable. The clamping
pressure is not overly strong either. Like many pilots with a new
toy, I wore the headset around the house and experimented with
everything I could find that generated good base noise, like the
stereo, computer with FS2002, piano, etc. Comparing the two headsets,
it was apparent the Solo was better at passive reduction but the DRE
6000 really cut the base. I expected to hear white noise in the active
mode but found that it was nearly non-existant.
Today I spent 3 hours in a Piper Warrior with the DRE 6000. The
active reduction was very effective. I only swapped between the DRE
6000 and the Solo a couple of times for comparison, wearing the DRE
6000 for most of the flight. It was comfortable and did not feel
heavy. The audio quality from ATC and my passenger was excellent.
Overall, I'd say the DRE 6000 lives up to its reviews. The 30 day
trial period is no longer needed, I'm keeping the headset.
Jim
link to Aviation Consumer review
http://www.aviation-consumer.com/ytb/
Jeff T.
us know if the DRE6000 is that much quieter than the Solo.
thanks,
Jeff T.
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Jim
tuned for the lower frequencies and that is where the most notable
difference occurs. While you can still hear the engine, its "rumble"
is greatly reduced.
Now I need to figure out if/when I let my wife try the DRE. I'm afraid
that I'll end up getting another set once she hears the difference. I
may experiment with gel ear seals too. I wrote to the manufacturer to
see if there would be any negative effect on the active performance
due to the difference in material. They said that there may be a very
minor improvement.
Jim
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Jeff
satisfied.
Jeff