Richard Stevens 1116018 Posted February 16, 2011 at 07:03 PM Posted February 16, 2011 at 07:03 PM Howdy All, I'm looking to purchase a headset and I was wanting to know what you folks use. I've looked into the Saitek headset but I've heard negatives on their cramped size for big heads. I'm not particular on an aviation look, just something effective and in the american market. Thanks a bunch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernesto Alvarez 818262 Posted February 16, 2011 at 07:20 PM Posted February 16, 2011 at 07:20 PM you can get any type of headset, even a cheapo $5 walmart headset. i have a logitech USB headset at the moment. i highly recommend getting a USB headset, gives you the option of separating your FS sounds an VATSIM sounds. that is if you dont already have dual sound card. i have this exact model, theyre $60 at best buy (cheaper if you buy online, makes no sence to me but im going to have to stop going to best buy and just buy online if thats what they want lol) http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Logitech+-+H555+USB+Headset+-+Black/Silver/1208635.p?id=1218234053753&skuId=1208635&cmp=RMX&ky=2kg0DNMXB6kMk1vVT3PJI0YAqpBIZZP9x its a good headset, it can be delicate, if you have kids tho the good news is it comes in a protective plastic case the one i had before that i cant remember what it was, but it was an G/A styled headset with the ear muffs. that one broke pretty quick after a visit from the nephew and nieces Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charan Kumar Posted February 16, 2011 at 09:14 PM Posted February 16, 2011 at 09:14 PM +1 on USB and Logitech. I got one running since Dec 2008, 6 ft cable with inline volume and mute switches, comes in real handy during skype chats!! When is your next Flight||VATSIM HitSquad Member, ZOA/ZAK/GANDER/P1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Board of Governors Don Desfosse Posted February 17, 2011 at 03:49 AM Board of Governors Posted February 17, 2011 at 03:49 AM Personally, I use a Logitech 350 USB headset, and I love it. You'll find others that use what the real world controllers use -- the Plantronics H31 St[Mod - Happy Thoughts]t. My suggestion, as you're just starting out, start out small, and if you get hooked and want to go more realistic, you can (though I've been doing this for 3+ years and am quite happy with the $25 (in stores, as low as $10 on Ebay) Logitech headset I have). Don Desfosse Vice President, Operations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abdelrahman M. Elfeky 1044 Posted February 17, 2011 at 04:58 PM Posted February 17, 2011 at 04:58 PM Roccat Kave FTW! Regards,,, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Kapakai 1166173 Posted February 18, 2011 at 04:59 PM Posted February 18, 2011 at 04:59 PM Does anyone use the Astro A40? It might be a bit of over kill for ATC comm but I wondered if there were any gotchas when using it with FS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Pannone 1147581 Posted February 18, 2011 at 05:42 PM Posted February 18, 2011 at 05:42 PM My personal favorite is the Plantronics GameCom 777 USB Headset. It comes with Dolby surround sound so it sounds like a real cockpit and sounds like the ATC transmissions are surrounded around the cockpit like in real life. http://www.amazon.com/Plantronics-GameCom-777-Surround-Technology/dp/B001KURYAS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1298050873&sr=8-1 - William Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Atkinson 1145297 Posted February 19, 2011 at 02:04 AM Posted February 19, 2011 at 02:04 AM Just another question, is it possible to (just) get an USB adapter? Thanks, 1145279 Thanks, 1145297 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernesto Alvarez 818262 Posted February 19, 2011 at 02:10 AM Posted February 19, 2011 at 02:10 AM if you can find it separately, yep. its hard to find in some stores, but others readily have it. radioshack usually has them in stock. my best buy never has them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomer Oszlak Posted February 19, 2011 at 08:56 AM Posted February 19, 2011 at 08:56 AM I have the MICROSOFT LIFECHAT LX-3000 they are USB and they are fantanstic AAL532 ELY385 BAW1212 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Atkinson 1145297 Posted February 19, 2011 at 07:50 PM Posted February 19, 2011 at 07:50 PM Thanks, will make ATC way more realistic. Thanks, 1145297 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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