It's a Headset Thing

Sam Weigel gives reviews a headset that a lot of recreational and professional pilots use regularly. But is it right for you?

Sam Weigel

Friday, December 17, 2021 at 08:07 AM ET

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Sam Weigel sporting the the David Clark One-X ANR headset. Screengrab Courtesy: Sam Weigel

Key Takeaways:

The article presents an in-depth, long-term review of the David Clark One-X ANR headset, based on 18 months of both professional and recreational usage.
It evaluates key aspects of the headset including sound, microphone, noise cancellation, and build quality, alongside comparisons to competing models.
The review offers valuable insights for prospective and current professional pilots seeking a versatile headset for various aircraft types, from light piston to noisier turboprops and jets.

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In this week’s installment of “V1 Rotate,” I give the David Clark One-X ANR headset an in-depth, long-term review based on 18 months of both professional and recreational usage.

I run down the One-X’s list of features and rate its sound, microphone, noise cancellation, and even its build quality. You’ll also get my thoughts on how the One-X compares to several competing headsets.