The next generation of In-the-Ear headsets
The LightFlight Mach 1 is a new way of looking at headsets--it weighs less than your car keys, yet provides the noise canceling performance of a full size headset. The magnesium alloy construction gives you a comfort and freedom while flying that’s unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Tiny, digital speakers produce rich, full sound and the featherweight boom contours to your face for easy communications. Comes standard with Patented MATRIX™ No Roll Foam Ear Plugs by Howard Leight; custom ear molds are optional. Includes cell phone/music input. 5-year warranty.
One Year Guarantee
Our one-year guarantee has not changed since we introduced our first product in 1962. If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, let us know—we will make it right. If you would like a refund or exchange, please return the product on a timely basis in the same condition in which it was received.
Price Guarantee
Sporty's guarantees competitive pricing on everything we sell. If you find a competitor offering an identical item at a lower advertised price, just mail or fax us the ad, and Sporty's will match that price.
Same Day Shipping
We're proud to offer the fastest service of anyone in the mail order business. If you phone, fax or order over the Internet today before 4:00 P.M. Eastern, weekdays it will be on its way this afternoon. Mail orders ship the same day we receive them. In an effort to ensure your package will be there when you want it, we have created an easy-to-understand delivery map for you. Please use the delivery map to estimate the number of business days to ship to your home or business by standard surface delivery. As a precaution, you may want to allow an extra day for delivery to assure that your package arrives on time. Running short of time? Ask about our One/Two Day Express Shipping Service. Some of our larger products are shipped pre-paid motor freight from Sporty's and require longer delivery times. Please allow one to two weeks for those products. Engraved and Embroidered items will ship in two days in most instances.
Return Policy
For over 40 years, in addition to same day shipping, Sporty's has offered same day returns and same day exchanges. Each day, we process all returns and exchanges before new orders go out. We know of no other company who does this!
Reviewed On:
June 25, 2009 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
Verry light weight. Great on hot days.
Cons
takes the ears a little time to adjust to having them in. Just like ear plugs if you work in a noisy environment.
General Comments
I was very skeptical about this headset, but I would never buy anything but LightSpeed and this looked interesting so I tried it. I am a flight instructor flying small single and multi engine piston aircraft and wasn't sure if it would be as good as my 20K. It is.
I would highly recommend this headset to anyone. I can't wait to get the custom earseals.
Reviewed On:
September 29, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
No.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
lightweight.
less costly that other similar type of headsets.
Cons
mic didn't work most of the time.
flimsy.
General Comments
Having used other Lightspeed headsets, I was greatly disappointed with this headset. The mic couldn't be heard by others most of the time.
Reviewed On:
September 19, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
As everyone else says, you barely notice this in flight.
Cons
I wish the mic boom was a little bit bigger, I'm a small person with a head that isn't huge, and it would be better with a boom even just 1/4 longer.
General Comments
The ear foam isn't as you would expect, the kind that can compress to be very thin/small, so it takes a few tries to get the hang of putting these in your ears. I don't have the custom earmolds, but I will be purchasing them soon.
Reviewed On:
August 28, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
No Pros Listed From This Reviewer.
Cons
No Cons Listed From This Reviewer.
General Comments
Fantastic shop, serious people, very quick deliver and very profesional, thanks guys
Reviewed On:
May 21, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
Very light weight, very comfortable. You can go on extended flights and not even know you're wearing a headset. The quality of the audio is superb, and the microphone transmits clearly.
Cons
No major complaints. The noise reduction is somewhat less than I expected, but it is adaquate.
General Comments
Somewhat expensive considering that there is no ANR, but still an excellent purchase. I love it, and just bought a second set.
Reviewed On:
May 10, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
Lightweight, comfortable, great sound.
Cons
Wiring doesn't look like it will last a long time, could be more heavy duty.
General Comments
I fly the Astar 3550B2 and was unsure how it would handle the noises of a helicopter, but I am very pleased with it's performance.
Reviewed On:
March 17, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
No.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
Very lightweight as marketed, did not hurt my head or jaw.
Cons
Heard too much background noise, could not understand one controller at all - had to ask him to repeat about 4 times.
The boom mike doesn't stay in place in front of your mouth. Was very distracting to have to keep playing with it while trying to concentrate on flying.
General Comments
Reviewed On:
March 12, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
No "headset hair", I can wear earrings while flying. Traditional headsets give me a headache after 30 minuets, especially if I'm wearing sunglasses. Other headsets are too hot in the summer.
Cons
I have the custom mold ear plugs, and it takes me a few minutes longer to put the ear plugs in and get situated than putting a headset on, but it's worth the extra minute.
General Comments
I love my custom mold ear plugs and headset. I have flown with the most expensive headsets and I like this one best. If you are going to use this product, you really need to get the custom mold ear plugs for the noise cancellation. If you have any problems, Light speed takes very good care of you and promptly. Great customer service.
Reviewed On:
February 9, 2008 Would You Recommend This Product:
No.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
Lightwieght, very stylish and trendy, has built in phone interface.
Cons
Hard to hear on left side. Mic boom is too short resulting in poor transmissions, does not work well in a noisy cockpit. Expensive for my results. I am having to hold the mic closer to my mouth, consequaently the ear piece on the left side is becomeing dislodged from my left ear.
General Comments
I thought this would be the perfect answer for my headset needs, but unfortunately was mistaken.
I am going to try one more time with the orange ear plugs that came with the unit, and will ask Lightspeed if they can get me a longer mic.
Very disappointed.
Reviewed On:
November 18, 2007 Would You Recommend This Product:
No.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
No Pros Listed From This Reviewer.
Cons
No Cons Listed From This Reviewer.
General Comments
Reviewed On:
November 1, 2007 Would You Recommend This Product:
Yes.
Overall Rating
Durability
Reliablity
Value
Usability
Expectations
Pros
Light weight and comfortable. With the temperatures that I fly in here in Flordia, it sure is nice not having a headseat on in the heat! You forget you even have the Mach 1 on after about 2 minutes of wearing it, very comfortable.
Cons
The adjustable ear 'hook' seems to be losing tension, hasn't been an issue yet but I wonder how long before it slides freely? The post on the ear buds (that the ear plugs slide over) seem very delicate. I had to have a replacement unit shipped to me because the first was damaged in shipping (broke the ear bud post off).
The soft case is nice, but does not offer much protection. I would prefer a hard case for storage.
General Comments
Overall, I would buy another when it comes time for replacement. Although I think it is a little pricey, It fits my needs perfectly.
