Plantronics RIG Surround

The Plantronics RIG Surround is a solid gaming headset with convenient support for both PCs and mobile devices, even if the surround part of its name doesn't quite ring true.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • 40mm speaker drivers and bass tube technology deliver signature Plantronics performance audio, drenched in Dolby 7.1 surround sound.
  • Download the Dolby 7.1 surround sound driver for your PC and use the Dolby button on the amp to turn it on or off.
  • Dualā€enumerated USB amp delivers voice and game sound from a single connection to yourPC and gives you fingertip controls to mix levels of game and chat audio plus integration of music or calls from your mobile device.
  • Flexible, noise-canceling boom mic ensures you're clearly heard and three EQ settings let you emphasize the soundstage of your game.
  • Durable materials won't let you down and the pillow-soft, open-ear design keeps you in the game longer.

PROS

+ Easy setup.
+ Comfortable.
+ Can work with some game consoles.
+ Excellent microphone.

CONS

- Surround sound effect isn't convincing.
- Smartphone (and effectively game console) cable is too short.
- No stereo RCA option for consoles.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on October 24, 2014
The Plantronics RIG Surround is a solid gaming headset with convenient support for both PCs and mobile devices, even if the surround part of its name doesn't quite ring true.
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By TrustedReviews on November 01, 2014
The Plantronics Rig Surround aims to be the ultimate all-rounder headset, combining gaming-friendly features such as a desktop amplifier and 7.1 virtual surround with more on-the-go touches like foldable earcups and a modular cable design.
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