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Plantronics RIG 500HX

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User ratings:
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4.1 out of 5
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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3.3 out of 5
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Pros

  • Rig 500 Pro handles high volumes quite well
  • more flexible
  • feels much more comfortable

Cons

  • the mic flips down for use or up to mute
  • its excessively angular design and plastic build
  • distortion is not noticeable

Key specs

  • 32 Ω
  • , 111 dB
  • 20, 20000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • Over-Ear

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Plantronics RIG 500HX - Pros & Cons

Plantronics RIG 500HX

Pros

  • Rig 500 Pro handles high volumes quite well
  • more flexible
  • feels much more comfortable
  • The three tiers are balanced well
  • The microphone was very good at picking up my voice
  • camouflage looks pretty good
  • The Xbox-specific audio cable works well enough
  • stylish and sturdy aluminum build
  • solid overall sound quality and a good assortment of features
  • mic's quality is remarkably sharp
  • the raw audio quality itself was solid

Cons

  • the mic flips down for use or up to mute
  • its excessively angular design and plastic build
  • distortion is not noticeable
  • lack of accessories is a noticeable shortcoming
  • sound was inherently less prone to traveling
  • price is preposterously high
  • quieter and much softer sounding
  • is no Chat Adapter in the box
  • virtual surroundings without external distraction
  • RIG 500 PRO is discontinued
  • The isolation is poor and the microphone quality

Plantronics RIG 500HX - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
40 mm
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Driver size: 400 mm
IconImpedance
32 Ω
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Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
IconWeight
228 g
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Plantronics RIG 500HX - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOver-Ear
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
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Dimensions
Weight8.04 oz
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Connectivity
Cable length1.5
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedno
Type of connector3.5mm
USBno
Detachable cableno
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Power
Battery operatedno
Power handling capacity40.0 mW
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Brown
  • White
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
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Sound
Impedance32.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 111
Frequency range20 - 20000
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size1.57 in
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Features
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