There are a lot of Bose A20s popping up on ebay that are almost brand new(less than 30 hours or so), and they are usually $900 or less, almost $300 below retail price. The one drawback is most of them are out of warranty ore almost out of warranty. How likely would I be to need the warranty, I plan on being very careful with them and avoiding any giving them any abuse outside of normal wear? Is it worth spending the extra $300 to get pretty much the exact same thing for the warranty? Is it true there are durability issues with A20s? I have seen some people say they are less durable than DC One-Xs, and zulu uses steel and Magnesium for most of the headset. How much of the A20 headset is plastic, and how prone to breaking is it compared to the other headsets mentioned. I was thinking about getting the DC One-Xs, because they seem to be very good, they do look durable, and a lot of people who have them seem to like them a lot better than the other headsets. The reason Im not very excited about the One-Xs tho, is because their control is significantly worse than the bose with its bluetooth and auxiliary capabilities/controls.
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r/flying on Reddit: How much do Bose A20 out-of-warranty repairs cost?
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It's worth it. I've done it. I paid $500 for a used pair off a buddy. I wouldn't pay more than $600, though. Just buy new at that point. A20s are the best. I have used all of em. A20s have the highest dispatch rate, best comfort, best sound, everything.
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They made my 9 year old ones practically like new for under $300. They lasted me 1100 hours without actually failing but auto-off was broken and some wires were frayed. Bose is a solid company and I recommend buying new then refurbing them after 1000 hours or so when worn.
Bose Aviation
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Aviation Headset Repair Service – Hobbs Flyer
Aviation Headset Repair Service
Hobbs Flyer can overhaul your old or damaged Bose A20, X (A10), Lightspeed Zulu, or David Clark aviation headset. We charge a non-refundable fee of $160.00 plus the cost of parts. Your initial investment of $160 covers labor and diagnostics. A separate invoice will be provided for any parts used in the repair of your headset. If we are unable to fix the problem, we will refund the initial fee and offer you a 20% discount on a Hobbs Flyer H series, or My Little Eagle aviation headset.
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Pilots of America
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September 12, 2024 - I needed a cable repair on my A20. Flat fee of $225.00 including the shipping label. Got it back within 7 days. Came back like new with new headband pads, batteries, ear cups, etc.
Bose
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A20 Headset Refresh Kit | Bose
This accessories refresh kit ensures that the performance and comfort level of your A20 Aviation Headset remains uncompromised. Kit includes one pair of replacement ear cushions, a replacement headband cushion, and a replacement windscreen (high-impedance microphone).
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Aircraft Spruce
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Bose A20® Service Accessory Kit
Ear CushionsEnsure the performance and comfort level of your A20 aviation headset. Use as a replacement for lost or damaged ear cushions. Cushions are identical to original set included with new A20 headset and are made of supple, breathable protein leather.Headband CushionThis soft wool replacement cushion kit helps keep your A20® aviation headset comfortably in place. Contoured headband cushion replaces worn cushions and attaches with Velcro for easy installation and removal.Mic WindscreenThis foam replacement microphone screen reduces ambient noise and helps keep wind pressure from activati
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Bose A20 repairs - FLYER Forums
My Bose ANR has stopped working on one earpiece to be replaced by crackling and clicking. Anyone got any advice regarding getting it mended - straight to Bose or a 3rd party headset repairer ? I tried contacting Bose via their website but so far no reply !
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Aviation Headset Repair – Hobbs Flyer
Do you have an old or damaged Bose A20, Bose X, Lightspeed Zulu, or David Clark H10 aviation headset? Let us service or repair your headset for you. We charge a non-refundable fee of $160.00 plus the cost of parts. Your initial investment of ...
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FixHeadphones
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Aviation Headset Repair | Free Shipping Both Ways
October 21, 2024 - Bose Aviation Headset Repair - Aviation X / A20 Headsets - We offer Free Shipping Both Ways & 6 Months Warranty, Just sign here to receive the Free-Shipping Kit.
Airteam
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Bose Headset Repairs – Fast and Reliable Service | AIRTEAM
For repairs, we provide a flat-rate service of €350. Additionally you can opt in for the AOG 1-2 turn around time for extra €100. This fee covers all necessary repairs with full transparency – no hidden costs or surprises. Our repair services cover Bose A20, A30, and ProFlight headset models.
Adamsaviation
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Aviation Headset Repairs - Adams Aviation
As an authorised Bose repair centre and supplier, we do not sell individual spare parts for Bose A20 and ProFlight headsets. This includes: ... 3-Month Warranty: All non-warranty repairs include a 3-month warranty covering the specific repairs and parts replaced by Adams Aviation. Shipping Costs: Customers are responsible for shipping cost to our repair centre.
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Bose A20 Repair/Refurbish? -
4 months outside of the 5 year warranty, my Bose A20 decided to crap out. I believe I need a new cord as the sound cuts in and out when I wiggle it. Really annoying. I contacted Bose USA and after a little haggling they were willing to do a full refurbishment for a flat $165 US.
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May 16, 2018 - We only repair Bose aviation headsets: A30, A20, and ProFlight models · Use these tips to determine whether your headset is eligible for service: ... If your headset says “Aviation Headset X”, it is a Series X (not an A20), and cannot be serviced ... We can dispose of the headset for you at no cost...
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Best place to repair Bose A20 headset? | Pilots of America
September 10, 2015 - ... Like Russ said, you can probably replace the whole plug. I know you can on the Bose X. A buddy gave me a set that had the single plug. I believe it cost me around $150 a few years ago to get a new cord with the dual GA plugs.
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February 11, 2025 - Bose repair service is terrible 8 weeks waiting and Bose Customer Service doesn't know if my A20 are in Belgium or in Germany but they have charged already 225 euro
Bose Repairs
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June 26, 2025 - Bose Headphones Repair - We repair Bose Headphones (any problem, any model) & Aviation X / A20 Headsets - We offer Free Shipping Both Ways & 6 Months Warranty.All of our headphones repairs have a Base Rate of $49.00 plus parts (if any is needed). This base rate is not applicable for the repair ...
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Aviation Headset Maintenance Repair Sales. Bose & Lightspeed
Bose have had a policy of not supplying spares to the service industry for many years. They insist on all headsets being returned to them for repair. This is not always convienient and often involves long delays and high cost. The X model is no longer supported and some complete assemblies for the A20 ...
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Bose Aviation Headsets AHX/A10, Bose A20, Bose A30 *REPAIR SERVICE WITH PARTS " | eBay
Bose Aviation Headsets AHX/A10, Bose A20, Bose A30 *REPAIR SERVICE WITH PARTS "
Bose A20 Hi-Fi Speaker Noise Cancelling (Right or Left Side) One Speaker to be replaced - Genuine Part.
Price $199.00