I need a new headset!

ThunderCactus · November 13th, 2009, 02:01

Which one of the two am I buying?
http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/cavalvy-t...n-version.html

http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/cavalvy-e...version-1.html

I know everyone loves the elite, but does anyone even own a TASC? I'd really like to hear something about it....

FlyGuy · November 13th, 2009, 02:49

Not sure about the Elite as I don't have one, but from the looks of the design, I'd say it probably "breathes" better while wearing than the rubber "suction cup" of the TASC variety. Also, not entirely sure of the durability/water-resistance of either of them however.

I have a genuine Devgru TASC headset which is can be quite hard to find nowadays as it's primarily sold to LE and other "pros", thus it is extremely durable and completely waterproof...not that I'd go swimming with it as was the mission of the original "swimmer" TASC headset. However, the large rubber earcup once sealed over your ear will significantly attenuate your hearing on that side which can be a problem, and it's also a sweat magnet so it can get somewhat uncomfortable to wear on hot days. Apart from that, the audio performance is outstanding and I wouldn't trade mine for double or triple the price.

As for Cavalvy brand headsets...well, they're popular around here so either of them should do just fine for your needs. Or, you could go with a decent Peltor ComTAC II clone, unless you have loads-o-cash in which case why not go for the real deal.

'Fly

Amos · November 13th, 2009, 03:40

The TASC one gets EXTREMELY uncomfortable, sweaty and not nice...

I tried on a guy's at claybank and I didn't like it very much.. so then I bought the elite

Styrak · November 13th, 2009, 03:55

Why would you buy a rubber disc that you stick to your ear, that makes you deaf in that ear and makes you sweat?

Get the Elite II.

TokyoSeven · November 13th, 2009, 04:44

Ive worn a tasc, I did not enjoy it.
Eliite II is wasy better.

ThunderCactus · November 13th, 2009, 18:50

And has anybody tried the IASUS NT3 black ops 2 yet?
I have the original NT3 black ops, but the wire connecting to the mic started to shred just outside the transponder housing so I'm completely incoherent, AND the speaker stopped working...
I was considering getting a sniper pro as well... they still make them so they have to be good lol

Amos · November 13th, 2009, 18:54

http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=27661

http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=25457
http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=27718

It's calling for you Frank!!

Shirley · November 13th, 2009, 19:27

Peltor Comtacs II clones are horrible. After about 2 hours your ears will start to hurt. The sound amplifier is very low. I played with these on a night game, and guys whisper when you can't hear shit around you unless it's loud, or is it not meant to be used in night games? They're nice for show, but for long game use, it's not.

Cavalvys are excellent.

ThunderCactus · November 14th, 2009, 15:31

My hearing is perfect as is, anything between my ear and noise would just be detrimental.
I really like the IASUS earpieces, if you need to listen to your surroundings, you can take it out and let it dangle by your ear and still hear radio comms. And it didn't bother me through coldfront.
I'm just hoping the black ops 2 is better. They embedded the stupid transponder linking wire IN the silicone. What killed mine is the damn wire kept moving around because it was outside the silicone and it broke.

hymnforthewretched · November 14th, 2009, 16:32

The devgru Tasc headset is a replica and not genuine, the real deal is made by TCI. Replica peltors are a no go too. If you want real sound amplification buy the real thing, Liberators, sordins, and comtacs. If you dont wanna fork out the cash then your best bet for wearability and comfort would be the bowman replicas. Although most real deals have a dynamic mic and unless you have a real mbitr you wont be able to use them unless you get a proper PTT with the right impedance match to your radio. even better is to get a real bowman. there not that expensive and easy to rewire to your need ( and dont have a low impedance mic so your good to go for most civi radios ). In fact my bowmans were cheaper than the replicas.

ThunderCactus · November 14th, 2009, 18:11

Doesn't Seekah have a name brand comtac II style headset?

Styrak · November 14th, 2009, 19:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amos

http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=27661

http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=25457
http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=27718

It's calling for you Frank!!

You can get them for cheaper than that if you look around.
I got a genuine Cavalvy Elite II and a PTT for about $50.

Frozen Tex · November 14th, 2009, 21:53

I've got a knock-off Comtac II from Huang and I'm quite happy with its performance; clear communications with the other guy's radios, and nice amplification... no one's snuck up on me yet!

FlyGuy · November 14th, 2009, 21:56

Yes, I know Devgru are not the original manufacturer of the TASC-type of headset, but you'll note that I didn't say "genuine TCI" either. That said, IMHO the Devgru version is a step above in both quality and durability over the other pretenders available on the market. Headsets are very much a personal thing, much like a good pair of boots. No two brands are really the same despite their common purpose. But if a particular pair are comfortable and do the job, then they are the right ones for you provided they're also within your price range.

Caveat emptor...

'Fly

Quote:

Originally Posted by hymnforthewretched

The devgru Tasc headset is a replica and not genuine, the real deal is made by TCI...

ThunderCactus · November 16th, 2009, 19:09

Has anyone bought a milspex comtac II from redwolf?
And any idea if it's the same thing on dragonred airsoft?

Home	Forums	Register	Gallery	FAQ	Calendar
Retailers	Community	News/Info	International Retailers	IRC	Today's Posts

British Columbia	Alberta
BCAC	EAR
Op-For	JOC
Northern Arms Airsoft	Skunkworx Airsoft
Airsoft Kelowna	RAAT
Prince George Airsoft	Manitoba
Saskatchewan	MAA
SK Airsoft	Ontario
PDW	Airsoft Ottawa
South Sask Mercs	Snow Dragons
Quebec	1st Ranger Platoon
PQAC	Wolfpack Tactical
1st Pathfinders Regiment	TTAC3
Quebec Airsoft
MTX Airsoft	Atlantic
FAQc	Atlantic Airsoft

November 13th, 2009, 02:01	#1
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	I need a new headset! Which one of the two am I buying? http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/cavalvy-t...n-version.html http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/cavalvy-e...version-1.html I know everyone loves the elite, but does anyone even own a TASC? I'd really like to hear something about it....

November 13th, 2009, 02:49	#2
FlyGuy Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: FL120 and below...	Not sure about the Elite as I don't have one, but from the looks of the design, I'd say it probably "breathes" better while wearing than the rubber "suction cup" of the TASC variety. Also, not entirely sure of the durability/water-resistance of either of them however. I have a genuine Devgru TASC headset which is can be quite hard to find nowadays as it's primarily sold to LE and other "pros", thus it is extremely durable and completely waterproof...not that I'd go swimming with it as was the mission of the original "swimmer" TASC headset. However, the large rubber earcup once sealed over your ear will significantly attenuate your hearing on that side which can be a problem, and it's also a sweat magnet so it can get somewhat uncomfortable to wear on hot days. Apart from that, the audio performance is outstanding and I wouldn't trade mine for double or triple the price. As for Cavalvy brand headsets...well, they're popular around here so either of them should do just fine for your needs. Or, you could go with a decent Peltor ComTAC II clone, unless you have loads-o-cash in which case why not go for the real deal. 'Fly __________________ Team GHOSTS - Fides et Amicitia G-68 "Can't keep my eyes from the circling skies, Tongue-tied and twisted Just an earth-bound misfit, I" Learning To Fly © 1986 Pink Floyd Last edited by FlyGuy; November 13th, 2009 at 11:12..

November 13th, 2009, 03:40	#3
Amos Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Japan	The TASC one gets EXTREMELY uncomfortable, sweaty and not nice... I tried on a guy's at claybank and I didn't like it very much.. so then I bought the elite __________________ Custom Builds: FA3674U Krinkov G3SD6

November 13th, 2009, 03:55	#4
Styrak Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Saskatoon, SK	Why would you buy a rubber disc that you stick to your ear, that makes you deaf in that ear and makes you sweat? Get the Elite II. __________________ Airsoft Sales and Repair/Upgrade Services

November 13th, 2009, 04:44	#5
TokyoSeven Red Wine & Adderall Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Saskatoon, SK	Ive worn a tasc, I did not enjoy it. Eliite II is wasy better. __________________ "Its only a little bit on fire"

November 13th, 2009, 18:50	#6
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	And has anybody tried the IASUS NT3 black ops 2 yet? I have the original NT3 black ops, but the wire connecting to the mic started to shred just outside the transponder housing so I'm completely incoherent, AND the speaker stopped working... I was considering getting a sniper pro as well... they still make them so they have to be good lol

November 13th, 2009, 18:54	#7
Amos Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Japan	http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=27661 http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=25457 http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=27718 It's calling for you Frank!! __________________ Custom Builds: FA3674U Krinkov G3SD6

November 13th, 2009, 19:27	#8
Shirley A-56 aka Mr.Hitman Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto, ON	Peltor Comtacs II clones are horrible. After about 2 hours your ears will start to hurt. The sound amplifier is very low. I played with these on a night game, and guys whisper when you can't hear shit around you unless it's loud, or is it not meant to be used in night games? They're nice for show, but for long game use, it's not. Cavalvys are excellent. __________________ CANADIAN AIRSOFT PRACTICAL SHOOTING (CAPS) CAPS DIRECTOR # 0047

November 14th, 2009, 15:31	#9
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	My hearing is perfect as is, anything between my ear and noise would just be detrimental. I really like the IASUS earpieces, if you need to listen to your surroundings, you can take it out and let it dangle by your ear and still hear radio comms. And it didn't bother me through coldfront. I'm just hoping the black ops 2 is better. They embedded the stupid transponder linking wire IN the silicone. What killed mine is the damn wire kept moving around because it was outside the silicone and it broke.

November 14th, 2009, 16:32	#10
hymnforthewretched Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Alberta	The devgru Tasc headset is a replica and not genuine, the real deal is made by TCI. Replica peltors are a no go too. If you want real sound amplification buy the real thing, Liberators, sordins, and comtacs. If you dont wanna fork out the cash then your best bet for wearability and comfort would be the bowman replicas. Although most real deals have a dynamic mic and unless you have a real mbitr you wont be able to use them unless you get a proper PTT with the right impedance match to your radio. even better is to get a real bowman. there not that expensive and easy to rewire to your need ( and dont have a low impedance mic so your good to go for most civi radios ). In fact my bowmans were cheaper than the replicas.

November 14th, 2009, 18:11	#11
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	Doesn't Seekah have a name brand comtac II style headset?

November 14th, 2009, 21:53	#13
Frozen Tex Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Yellowknife, NT, Great White North	I've got a knock-off Comtac II from Huang and I'm quite happy with its performance; clear communications with the other guy's radios, and nice amplification... no one's snuck up on me yet! __________________ Delenda Est Carthago

November 16th, 2009, 19:09	#15
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	Has anyone bought a milspex comtac II from redwolf? And any idea if it's the same thing on dragonred airsoft?

I need a new headset!

Gear Discussion