RIG - R8 SPECTRE PRO HX Dual Wireless Over-Ear Gaming Headset w/Graphene Drivers & Base Station for PC,Xbox Series X|S,Xbx One - Black

The RIG R8 SPECTRE PRO HX Dual Wireless Gaming Headset with Graphene Drivers and Base Station for Xbox is an excellent gaming headset. They have a great sound to them, especially after you dial in the EQ to your preferences via the RIG R-PRO NAVIGATOR app. They are very comfortable. The included charging base stand is a nice touch that you normally don't get with gaming headsets. You usually just get a charge cord. The R8 Pro's come with lifetime Dolby ATMOS headphones subscription. It works very well to give you precise 3d audio. It also depends on the game. Some games sound great with it on. Some sound better with it off. It's one of those try it and see what you think things. Battery life is impressive with up to 60 hours of charge. The included base station helps make them never run out of power during your sessions because you always have a spot to put them when not in use. The stand also has customizable RGB lighting. The full range mic works amazing. The flip to mute is a great feature I use regularly while gaming. The sidetone is adjustable, and works very well. The R8's have dual mode USB/wireless and Bluetooth. This means you can game and take calls at the same time. You can also listen to music. This headset is very comfortable. I wear glasses, and have never experienced any pain or fatigue from the earcups. The snap and lock ear plates are interesting. Under the left side is a removable battery. There's nothing under the right side. I did a search for custom plates and was not able to find anything. Maybe that's something coming down the road, or maybe even a 3D printable part would be pretty cool. Overall I really enjoy using the R8 PRO HX headset to game. I really enjoy being able to take calls with them on.

The RIG R8 Pro HX has quickly become my favorite XBOX headset thus far. It provides functionality with performance, enhancing my competitive edge significantly and providing hi-fi spatial sound. It also includes a docking station that keeps it charged up at all times and ready to go. *What’s included?* Included with the headset are a docking station, a USB-C wireless adapter, a USB-C to USB-A adapter, a USB-C to USB-A cable, and a quick start guide. *Set-Up* Setting up the headset was quick and simple. I used the docking station, so I placed the wireless adapter on the base and connected the base using the cable to my XBOX. The headset began charging on the base and once I turned it on, they paired automatically. I also paired it with my phone, which showed up and paired immediately. There is also the option to put the wireless adapter directly into the XBOX and charge the headset using a cable without using the base if that is preferred. *Quality of Construction* The headset is hefty in weight but feels light on the head. The headband contains springy, soft, fabric-lined padding, while the earcups have deep cushion akin to memory foam with velvety rubber lining on the outside but is lined with fabric on the part that touches the head and face. I appreciate this addition as it helps with sweat control during prolonged wear plus prevents me from the feeling of peeling it off my face as is the case with other headsets. This headset is so comfortable to wear, and I have not experienced any fatigue after long hours. The mic is flip-to-mute and is entirely bendable. The docking station base is such a great accessory to have. It makes keeping it charged a no-brainer, it has two RGB light strips that add a ambiance at night, and they help keep my headset upright and tidy in my living room. In addition, the headset will automatically turn on when I take it off the base and scan for USB followed by Bluetooth to connect to. *Snap+Lock Mod-Plates * This customization feature works fantastically. The ear cup cover pates are held by strong magnets, so they are quite easy to remove and snap back with full force. They are totally inconspicuous and there is not risk of accidental removal when handling it. *Intuitiveness* The buttons and volume on this headset are intuitively placed and spaced apart well. I am able to find and remember their location and have not had any issue clicking the wrong buttons or having to constantly take off the headset to see which button is where. *Sound* This headset delivers a competitive advantage by providing hi-fi and spatial audio. I am able to listen to sounds I was not aware where part of the game previously and I can accurately pinpoint the location of enemy footsteps and gunfire in fps games. They also provide full noise cancelation, deep bass, and a great soundstage, creating an immersive experience free from outer world distraction. *Mic* The flip-to-mute mic picks up my voice crisply and clearly but also catches background noises close to me clearly as well. It does not pick up on voices that are not within feet of me though. *App* The headset can be paired with the RIG Navigator app, but I haven’t had much success with it. I was able to pair and update the headset when I first got it, but the app no longer finds it and instructs me to pair it with my device, which it already is. I have tried repairing it to no avail. *Battery Life* The battery life is stated to last over 60 hours. I keep it docked when not in use, so battery life has not gone below high for me. I truly enjoy not having to think about charging it whatsoever. *Conclusion* I am incredibly impressed by the RIG R8 Pro HX headset. It gives me a competitive edge, is intuitive to use, provides amazing sound, meanwhile resolving the issue of charging and storing it by providing a functional dock. It is definitely my new go-to headset when playing my XBOX X.

This headset–the RIG R8 Spectre Pro HX–provides a very solid and enjoyable experience, and it deserves strong consideration from anyone looking for a headset for their PC and/or Xbox. It’s comfortable to wear with plenty of padding on the earcups and headband, so extended wear should not be a problem. The microphone, non-detachable, sits on the right side (muting by flipping up) and is firm but flexible for adjustment. The overall design is subtle black, but it is customizable with separate covers (magnetically attached). Out of the box you get the headset, USB dongle, USB cable and the charging dock, which has RGB lighting. The headset arrived almost fully charged, so it doesn’t take long to have it 100%. Setup is very easy and you can get started without the Navigator app if you choose, but it does provide a lot of functionality that you’ll want (see below). Sound quality is very good, across a wide variety of uses. I preferred to use the bass boost EQ preset for a little more oomph in the low end initially. However, it’s Dolby Atmos for headphones compatible and a lifetime license is included, so with that in mind I let the Dolby Access app control EQ with my PC. The boom mic is quite clear and can be adjusted in the Navigator app for sensitivity. Connectivity is generous with both 2.4Ghz wireless and Bluetooth–the dongle has a switch for Xbox or PC mode and helpfully includes a Type-C to A adapter. It does allow for simultaneous connections, so you can have your phone connected via Bluetooth while connected to a PC via wireless, which is handy for things like incoming calls. Use of the Navigator app requires Bluetooth, and it’s here that you find all of your adjustment options like equalization, firmware updates, microphone gain/monitoring, test mode, and toggling on/off the voice prompt. You can create multiple profiles within the app as well for easy switching, which is helpful. Overall, I feel like this headset provides a lot of value. I do a lot of online work and the microphone’s clarity allows this to serve a work purpose as well as play, and as someone with both gaming PCs and an Xbox Series X, this covers me across both. I especially like the dual wireless/Bluetooth connectivity (and you can even add additional wireless dongles), which is helpful. I really can’t find anything to fault with it other than a slight learning curve keeping the control buttons straight on the headset: I occasionally clicked the wrong button. But that’s very minor and easily overcome, and so this deserves to be anyone’s short list for a new gaming headset. Recommended.