We try hard to not compare low- and mid-priced headsets to these flagship models-which are obviously priced considerably higher. In our evaluation, every pilot and passenger who tried the Stealth 2 initially commented about the clamping pressure-which if you’re used to wearing a Bose A20 or Lightspeed Zulu 3 will seem high. Once you find the right fit, crank down the thumb knobs. And unless you were born with huge ears, that should be easy given the size of the seals. Once you have the set on your head you adjust the clamping pressure by simply moving the cups up or down, and also fitting the seals so they’re completely over the ear. Given the mass of those ear seals, fitting the set is important and you start by loosening the thumb knobs on headband’s rails. Still, Faro managed to keep the set’s weight (16 ounces) in line with others in its class-mainly the Lightspeed Sierra and Sigtronics S-AR. It has double-thick ear seals (1 inch thick) which makes the set seem larger than it actually is. Think of the Stealth 2 as a more traditional aviation headset with its adjustable metal headband. We think the price is fair and the set has smart features, but its thick ear seals may be a tough fit for smaller heads. There’s the $249.95 passive version and also the $449.95 ANR model with wireless Bluetooth, which is what we tried for the latest in our series of headset field reports. The latest Stealth 2, which is sold exclusively through Sporty’s, comes in two price points. Nevada-based Faro Aviation has come on strong the past few years in the competitive headset market with a diverse model lineup. Our evaluators say the 16-ounce Stealth 2 has moderate head clamping forces, but the set is eyeglasses friendly.
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