It feels like a while since Plantronics released a new headset into the currently crowded marketplace but the 2014 version of the Plantronics RIG Surround has some interesting changes from the previous model. The RIG Surround mixer used to be a simple volume and balance control but has now been upgraded to what is essentially an external soundcard with extra functionality. It is best used with a cellphone as the mixer can give you better sound from your cellphone as well as enabling you apply EQ profiles and answer your phone with a single button push. When connected to a PC the lack of an analog passthrough means that the sound you hear will be dependant on the mixer and not the soundcard in the PC which can reduce the audio quality somewhat but you can bypass it and plug the RIG directly into your PC to enjoy the full capabilities of the headset. The microphone is removable for when you do not need it which also helps portability. Check out Legit Reviews opinion on the new version of the RIG right here.
"We are very excited to be taking an early look at the upcoming Plantronics RIG Surround. It’s not only because Plantronics has a stellar reputation, but because we’ve had great firsthand experiences with their other gaming headsets. The Plantronics RIG Surround primarily consists of two components – a headset and an external sound card called the RIG mixer that also allows gamers to attach their smartphone and use the setup like a home call center."
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Hello jeremy. Plantronics are
Hello jeremy. Plantronics are one of my fav brands, although Im not sure they are super cheap cause I always had them and for me they were kind expensive.
What I’ve been doing though, since they are expensive but love them, is search for info to some websites like auriculares plantronics and so on. Even though I have to use the translator sometimes, but I need to get that information.
RIG surround headset is pretty nice, i tried it but im more fond of the bluetooth headsets.. What do you think? More convinient in my opinion..
My fonts are just the wikipedia on plantronics of course hehe
well, take care!