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Lightspeed Headsets: Flying at the Speed of Sound
Lightspeed headsets have been a well-recognized name in the world of aeronautics since their introduction in 1992. In fact, Lightspeed aviation headsets that feature active noise reduction (ANR) capabilities have been the top selling headphones in the aviation field since they first became available in 1996.
What is ANR and why is it so important to aircraft pilots?Active noise reduction is one of the latest advances in headphone technology. In simplified technical terms, ANR relies on the headset instantly detecting incoming noise within a specified sound frequency and creating an opposite noise that cancels the two sounds out. Because of the electronic nature of the headset's sound generation, a power supply is necessary for ANR head phones to function.
A pilot is subjected to a variety of sounds, sometimes for long flight durations. Whether engine noise, propeller noise, or wind/air flow noise, aviators need headphones to protect them from a constant influx of outside noises, while at the same time being able to audibly detect potential aircraft problems and still communicate with those on board and those guiding them on their flight. ANR headsets provide these functions in an efficient and comfortable manner; they can also function, albeit to a lesser extent, without power in a "passive" manner due to the snug fit and quality materials of the headphone earpieces.
What features can I expect to find on Lightspeed's ANR headsets?
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