Headset: Get an inexpensive one for now.

My first headset cost $7. (And, no, it wasn't that long ago -- t'was
1994...)

Ebay can be your friend for used headsets. Try 'em!
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Jay Honeck
Iowa City, IA
Pathfinder N56993
www.AlexisParkInn.com
"Your Aviation Destination"