It’s that point once more—we’ve got some headphones to take a look at. This time it’s the Switch-compatible RIG 600 Pro HS from Nacon. Let’s check out what you get.
The set I’ve for evaluation is the black end, however the 600 sequence additionally is available in Arctic Camo and Urban Camo. The most important distinction is the Arctic Camo sample throws some white in with the assorted shades of grey.
The headset sports activities a pair of over-ear cans with cloth-wrapped padding, an adjustable headband, and a retractable mic growth within the left can. If the growth is within the stowed place (and it is vitally stealthy there), a white “R” signifies which solution to put them on. Yes, this seems to be a bit like “Rig” branding partly, however we’ll give the designers props for the multi-use of excellent previous letter “R” on this one.
Also within the field are the compulsory connector bits: a USB-C to micro USB cable (19”) for charging and connecting, a micro USB adapter/Bluetooth receiver, and a brief (3”) USB-C to micro USB cable to make use of as an adapter for the Bluetooth receiver. With the out there adapter and cables, you need to have the ability to hook up with PlayStation, a PC, or the Nintendo Switch (our private fave, proper?), in addition to cellular gadgets (to wit, your iOS or Android cellphone).
When you’re prepared to connect with a tool, there’s a Bluetooth button close to the highest of the left can. Press and maintain for six seconds and it’ll begin the pairing course of in your machine. I paired as much as a few gadgets and it was fairly straightforward each instances. If you’re unsure, there’s a helpful Quick Start information which is usually footage (mercifully correct ones). Also on the left can are the quantity management knob, the facility button (which seems to be like a “slide”, however is known as a “press” button), and the micro USB charging port.
What isn’t within the field, however is a helpful addition to the headset, is an app. Since this machine connects through Bluetooth, you may obtain the 600 Pro Navigator app (for both iOS or Android) and customise your sound. The app offers you a primary three-band equalizer (bass, mid, treble), and the power to regulate your mic sensitivity. This is an efficient factor as a result of the “out of the field” sound is a bit bass heavy. It’s not overwhelming or so thick as to muddy the sound, so the audio is in any other case clear and clear. The different app you should use to customise your audio expertise is Dolby Atmos, however this isn’t suitable with the Switch.
Another helpful characteristic with the wi-fi expertise is what Nacon calls twin mode wi-fi. This offers the consumer the power to attach two methods: the aforementioned USB-C adapter and Bluetooth 5.1. The upshot is that you could be linked in such a manner that, if you are enjoying your recreation, the system can even play your cellphone’s ring tone when you have got an incoming name. Speaking of cellphone calls, I attempted out the mic on a cellphone name and the headset carried out fairly effectively sending and receiving. The sound on either side was clear and clear.
I’ve touched on this briefly, however let’s discuss extra about sound. The RIG 600 Pro HS should not tremendous improbable, high-end, boutique headphones, however the efficiency is stable for the value. Without any customizing, they’re a bit of bit bass heavy, however the further bass doesn’t make issues sound muddy, as talked about earlier. The general sound is clear with good illustration throughout frequencies. Even on very low quantity, the weather of the soundtrack or music are nonetheless distinguishable.
For the tech varieties, listed below are some primary audio specs:
- Microphone frequency response 100 Hz to 10 okayHz
- Signal to noise ratio >42 dB with omnidirectional sample
- Speakers are Dynamic 40mm, excessive sensitivity drivers with 20 Hz to twenty okayHz frequency response
- High-quality recreation audio from bass-boosted 40mm high-sensitivity drivers.
- Tuned chamber acoustics for balanced audio.
Now for the seems to be. If you want low profile designs, these are good. If you want one thing with a little bit of flash and excessive model, these could not excite. The PC/console all black end is simply that: all black. The solely exceptions are a small pink energy button and the white R printed on the mesh inside the correct ear can. This is a method Batman would approve of.
Let’s speak about a few of the bodily options. As we touched on earlier, the RIG 600 Pro HS has a retractable mic arm. When it’s closed, it’s all however indistinguishable from the can housing. Fortunately, the bottom of the mic arm, the place it meets the can, has a small raised part which acts as each a tactile reference level if you find yourself sporting the headset, and the “button” you may press to make the mic swing out on the pivot level. I’ve used another headsets with removable arms, which will be helpful if one thing goes improper and also you simply want a brand new mic, and headsets with an exterior pivot arm mic. This stealthy design is definitely helpful, smooth, and fewer vulnerable to getting snagged when not in use. The mic can also be good sufficient to know that when it’s retracted into the can, it’s muted.
The headband on this headset is certainly one of my only a few considerations. It has a soft insert strip for consolation, however the headband itself is all plastic. The RIG 600 Pro HS is extra of an economic system headset (on the time I’m scripting this, they’re going for $99.99), so I’m not shocked. I’ve, nevertheless, skilled failure of all plastic headbands due largely to materials fatigue. The cans have good padding, coated in a hexagon sample material. While the fabric doesn’t breathe effectively sufficient to maintain the lobes cool, they’re additionally not roasting or sweaty.
The headset is mostly cosy, however I want to give some kudos to the padding design and materials. I put on glasses, and I discovered it straightforward and comfy to put on these for greater than an hour. Some headsets pinch sufficient to be tolerable for about ten minutes earlier than your ears “demand your consideration” (you realize what I imply). The measurement adjustment is completed by snapping the cans into certainly one of three slots on the ends of the scarf. The goal is just for Small, Medium, and Large, however there’s a little further wiggle room when you use completely different measurement notches between the left and proper can (one M and one L work effectively for me).
To high all of it off, this headset is surprisingly light-weight. I discovered it straightforward to put on them for fairly some time—not lengthy sufficient to check the 8 hours of battery life in straight use, however greater than an hour, and I didn’t really feel fatigued.
All issues thought-about, the RIG 600 Pro HS is a cushty headset with a very good retractable mic and really good sound for Switch gaming and most different audio wants. For extra data, go to nacongaming.com.
