RIG – R8 PRO HX Dual Wireless Over-Ear Gaming Headset w/Graphene Drivers & Base Station for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, Switch – Black

Rig R8 pro - Sound quality is great.Battery life lasts me 3or 4 days without changing but my Rig 900 headset was way more comfortable.

Great sound but heavier than others - Out of the box the first thing I noticed compared to my other gaming headsets was how heavy this one was. I do like the fact that it has the charging base that plugs into my Xbox Series X as well as a removable USB-C dongle to be able to leverage it on my PC as well. Used it and gained multiple hours playing Call of Duty and racing games and the sound quality is outstanding. The highs and mids are crisp and the base is better than most with the enhanced drivers in speaker setup they have in this headset. Having said that all these extra features comes at a price which is the weight of his headset. Compared to a few other headsets I have from different manufacturers this one by far has to be one of the heaviest so after playing for a few hours I can feel the strain on my neck. If you're a casual gamer and only play for a few hours at a time that won't be an issue but if you're a competitive gamer who plays for multiple hours on end I can see this wearing and causing fatigue on your neck. Pros - Great sound quality with very clear positional audio - XBOX and PC compatible with USB-C dongle - Charging base - App offers lots of customization of the EQ with 3 different profiles available for different games Cons - Heavier than all my other headsets - Charging base will require some space Overall this headset looks amazing and from the weight is a high quality build just be aware of the weight of you are not just a casual gamer who only games a little as it will out strain on your neck.

RIG R8 PRO HX - My take after some time of use. - Picked up the RIG R8 PRO HX mostly for gaming, but I’ve been using it for everything. First thing I noticed: these are actually comfortable. I’ve had headsets that start hurting after 2 hours, but the ear cushions on these are super soft. Did a 6-hour session last weekend and didn’t get that head clamp feeling. Sound-wise, I’m impressed. You can hear footsteps way better in FPS games, and the bass hits hard without drowning everything else out. Music and movies sound solid too. Not audiophile level, but way better than I expected for a “gaming” headset. Mic is legit. My squad said I sound way clearer than my old headset, and the flip-to-mute is super convenient. No more yelling “can you guys hear me?” mid-match. I bounce between PC and PS5, and it’s been plug-and-play on both. No weird software headaches. Build feels sturdy. It’s mostly plastic but doesn’t feel cheap, and nothing creaks yet. Only small gripe: the earcups pick up some heat after a while, but that’s every closed-back I’ve owned. Worth it? Yeah. If you game a lot and want something comfy that actually sounds good, I’d buy these again. Way better than the last two “pro” headsets I wasted money on.

Bleh - Welp. This is certainly a headset with some pros and cons. It’s certainly not bad but very underwhelming compared to other high-end sets. Out of the box, the packaging is sleek and modern with recyclable materials, which is always a plus for me. There’s the typical warnings, warranty information, QR codes for the inevitable app, QuickStart guides, etc. Not to mention the actual headset, USB plugs, base, etc. This is immediately where things start going south. The headset is fairly comfy but a tad heavy. It seems to be primarily made for PC and Xbox, though I’m using my Xbox for this. The companion app, titled Rig R-Pro Navigator in the IOS store has 0 reviews, even after weeks of release. This was my first red flag as it seems like I’m the test bunny for their market. The app is pretty poorly designed. With my turtle beach headset, for comparison, I can power in the headset, open the app, click “pair” and 10 seconds later I’m good to go with every audio adjustment known to man. With this, you open the app, go through the normal popups of allowing access for Bluetooth, microphone, finding local devices, etc to get started, then go through the formal Bluetooth pairing process, then comes the prompt to update the headset. No problem, right? Well… it’s not very clear when the update is completed but even more, the app just continuously shows an update is needed, on two different sections of the app, yet when you click to update it will tell you that the headset is up to date. So I have no way of knowing if this is even up to date or not because the popup has to be wrong or the prompt for the update as they can’t both be right. The quickstart guide that is attached makes very little sense and seems incomplete. Did AI make this? Is it being translated from a foreign country? No clue but it will show things ranging from basic setup to swapping the battery out as “quickstart setup instructions” though there is no battery to swap. It is rechargeable so… sure maybe those instructions help if the battery every fully dies but if that occurs it’s a lot more nuanced than a quick start guide. One the app is up and running, the options are extremely limited. Additionally, you’d basically want to utilize the app every time you’d use the headset for fine tuning as you game amongst friends and all of the variables that come along but every time you use the app, at least on iOS and iPhone 17 pro, you’re always having to reconnect to Bluetooth and go through a pairing process every time. It’s really not user friendly at all. The headset does have dual Bluetooth so you can connect to your Xbox and cell phone for example in case you wanted to take calls during call of duty or listen to music. These features are always fine in practice but I’m not sure who utilize them. While not overly simple, you can tap a button on the headset to swap between which Bluetooth device it connects to with ease. As for sound/microphone use which is the meat and potatoes here, this is where the headset shines. My bass was deep, my friends were crystal clear, they thought I sounded louder than usual (which was a positive) and there was little extra background noise being picked up. If you’re really just wanting high quality audio, this seems like a good pickup. The microphone tilts up to mute but can only be used from one side, which isn’t ideal. Note that because Xbox doesn’t have a universal Bluetooth connection, you have to attach via usb, a receiver device. Unfortunately, whoever designed this did a terrible job as it sits at a 90 degree angle directly to the right of the USB plug by 2 inches, meaning if you use it on the front USB port on the Xbox, which I assume most would, it goes directly in front of the dis ejector button. A terrible design choice. There is a charging deck which is good but hefty and very space consuming to recharge. I wish instead they’d have used Turtle Beach’s design of rechargeable internal batteries that connect to a USB receiver so you’re always getting a fresh battery cycled in as opposed to having to cease using the headset when the battery is low. One of the big upsides here is that the battery life is incredibly long, so hopefully this isn’t an issue for most as long as you remember to dock the headset every few marathon sessions. All said, while the incoming and outgoing audio quality is fantastic, I have to give this a low score due to a terrible app, connectivity issues, a heavy headset, the necessity of a bulky charging dock, etc. These are easy to overcome in future releases but as for now, I don’t recommend this.

Great Full Featured Gaming Headset! - This Headset has it all for Windows 11 and Xbox Gaming. Dolby Atmos, Turns on when you take it out of the charge cradle, flip to mute/unmute the microphone, great sound, comfortable ear cups, good adjustment, easy to understand controls, simple smartphone app, bluetooth only mode, combination mode, and game mode (usb only). The option to use the wireless receiver dongle slotted into the charge cradle with the cradle plugged into your PC or Xbox USB port is nice, and its very easy to pull it out and move it to the other type of device, so you don't have to move the charge cradle itself. The usb dongle is USB-C itself, but does come with a regular USB-A adapter for direct use on the Xbox. When I first setup the device, there was a firmware update through the smartphone app for the headset. There are some options in the app for headset configuration, but it is very streamlined, with few adjustments outside of the equalizer. This makes it easy to understand for a gaming headset. Chat volume and game mix is easy to adjust on Xbox as always. Chat is easily understood and clear through both PC and Xbox.

Excellent, comfortable headset that sounds great - 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.

Solid headset, great features, decent price point - I went into this expecting another mid-range gaming headset that looks great in the box and disappoints within a week. The RIG R8 Spectre Pro HX changed my mind pretty fast. Let's start with what actually matters: the audio. The 40mm graphene drivers are tuned for competitive gaming so individual sounds stand out more clearly rather than blurring into background noise. For FPS gaming specifically, that translates to actual competitive advantage. Footsteps, reloads, directional cues, you hear things you'd normally miss. Paired with Dolby Atmos support and the spatial awareness it brings, this headset earns its price tag on audio alone. The 2.4GHz wireless connection is rock solid with no noticeable latency or dropouts over extended use. Setup is reasonably painless. Plug the cradle base station into the Xbox, connect the USB-C dongle to the cradle, and the Xbox recognizes the headset almost instantly. The base station is a genuine highlight. The RGB charging cradle isn't just functional, it looks great sitting on a TV stand and adds a nice bit of flair while serving as a slick storage solution. I've seen similar setups on Astro A50s at nearly double the price, so having it here is a nice addition. Battery life pushes past 60 hours on a single charge. Build quality is solid without being flashy. The headset is light and comfortable, featuring a mesh fabric headband and earcups with a leather-ish outer edge and mesh fabric where it actually contacts your skin. Long sessions don't turn into cauliflower ear. The boom mic feels sturdy, moves smoothly, and operates at high resolution with a cardioid pickup which helps with outside noise suppression. Callouts come through clean. The SNAP+LOCK mod system is a nice touch. Magnetic connections let you swap out earcup mod-plates and ear cushions for both comfort tweaks and visual customization. Not essential, but the kind of thing you appreciate when you actually use it. Pros: Exceptional audio clarity for the price, bulletproof wireless connection, dead-simple setup, incredible battery life, that RGB base station charging dock, Dolby Atmos included out of the box, lightweight comfort for long sessions. Cons: The dual Bluetooth/2.4GHz connectivity works for calls while gaming, but it doesn't fully mix game audio with music playback. If you're hoping to blend Spotify into your gameplay audio, that's not happening here. The plastic construction, while light, doesn't scream premium. And the mod-plates that make it really pop are sold separately, which feels like a missed opportunity at this price point. Bottom line: This headset makes a strong case for itself against competitors like the Astro A50, delivering a large portion of that high-end experience at a fraction of the cost. For Xbox and PC gamers who want serious audio, wireless reliability, and a charging dock without taking out a second mortgage, the R8 Spectre Pro HX is a straightforward recommendation.

RIG R8 Spectre Pro HX Dual - The RIG R8 Headphones come with either a dongle or Bluetooth setup. The dongle has a USB-C connector with a USB-C to USB-A adapter. The problem is that even when you turn off the headset your speakers are still off until you also unplug the dongle. This is not a problem with the Bluetooth setup. You can also use the headset via a wired connection. There is a USB-C connector at the bottom of the right earpiece. You must download the RIG R-Pro Navigator app to update your headset. The app allows for some customization for the headset. The battery is in the Left earpiece for easy removal and changing. A fully charged battery should last about 60 hours. Battery charging is done by placing the headset in the charging base. The base lights will turn red and go back to color after completely charging. The headset also supports the Dolby Atmos; you must purchase a subscription and download the Dolby Access app. I looked at the ratings for this application and decided not to purchase it. The headset is over the ear and fits comfortably to the head. This headset fit snuggly to my head and does not move or fall off if I bend over. The volume is controlled by a turn wheel. The noise cancellation is controlled by the button on the right headset. The playback is excellent, but probably better is the Dolby feature worked on my windows platform which is completely up to date.

Excellent gaming headset - 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.

VERY WELL MADE & COMFORTABLE - My son has a X-Box and I primarily use my desktop/laptop to play online games, he plays a lot of different games, I normally do racing sims or some others. So we both use these RIG Spectre Pro wireless headset. These are by far the best that I have used while gaming. They are very well made and the headset is very light, to the point you don’t feel it on your head. The cushioning on the ear cups is probably the best I have used, these are very well made and are well worth the cost. The cushioning of the top part of these is very comfortable as well. This includes the stand as well and the pairing of these is super easy and simple. As far as sound quality I don’t own a pair of Bluetooth headsets that are any better the sound is amazing and crystal clear. The included microphone is just as good, I have asked several people that I normally game w/ online and a couple asked if I had purchased a new headset, that the audio was so much clearer and crisp. I would highly recommend these RIG R8 SPECTRE PRO gaming headset

Ideal headset for competitive Xbox play - My son and I are heavy gamers, and a good quality headset is a must. This device checks all the boxes and feels high quality out of the box. Setup is as simple as plugging the base into a USB port on the back of the xBox and the doogle into the Xbox on the front of the console. Initially, I left it on the base for two hours and it was fully charged. All the controls are easy to access, and the earmuffs are large and comfortable. The top band is heavily padded as well and works well for long gaming sessions. It does not get hot and the voice cancelling works very well. The mic is sturdy and I really like that it can be easily flipped up to mute. The base is a great place to store when not in use, but it can be somewhat of a challenge finding a place to place it close to your console if you have limited space. It is nice that you can easily see that it is charging correctly so you do not unexpectedly end up with a dead headset. The sound quality is amazing and makes games more immersive. If you are looking for a decently priced, high-quality headset, this will meet all your requirements.

Fantastic headset for the Xbox! - First of all, I have to say I've never had such an easy time setting up and pairing a headset to my Xbox. It recognized it and a quick download of the Dolby app (which I already have for another headset) and it worked, just as simple as that. The next thing is they feel premium and sound pretty good overall. They have a well-balanced sound with punchy bass and solid mid tones and highs. With the Dolby turned on, on games that support it, you'll notice that you can hear things all around you from behind, in front or to the side which is pretty cool and essential for FPS games. My other headset supports this too but I like the sound profile of this headset a lot better. The base station is amazing, and I have never had a headset that came with a dedicated charging station quite like this one, that makes it super easy to keep it charged and ready to go when you are. The Bluetooth connectivity is great and makes it so you can pair up to your phone so you can take calls or use another audio source so you have multiple connectivity options. In addition, it works on the PC as well and I think I may end up using it more there as well. I'd recommend giving this one a try, it was pretty good overall and what I like most is just how it just works easily right out of the box. No fussing around waiting to pair or figure out why it's not connecting.

Great Xbox and PC Headset! - As the title implies, this is a really awesome Xbox Series S/X and PC headset. I've used it with all three devices (an Xbox Series S, a Series X, and multiple PCs). It works really well either wirelessly via Bluetooth or in wired mode. The Bluetooth 5.2 support ensures near zero latency in audio and microphone performance. With supported games and software, the Dolby Atmos 3D Audio is very noticeable with really fantastic gameplay audio and music. The advertised 60 hour+ battery life has worked as advertised so far. I've used for roughly half that amount of time so far with no issues. The longest session I've had was 8 hours with no issue as well. The base station also makes it really convenient to store and charge the headphones. You can also simply flip up the microphone to mute yourself which makes it really easy to mute quickly in a pinch. Overall, I highly recommend these headphones for gaming, music or calls and it works great on both Xbox's and PCs. The Navigator app also works really well to manage the headphones and adjust settings as needed.

Not what I was expecting. - Ok, so honestly for this price point, this was not what I was expecting. Not in a good way. There are some neat futures that I do like. But one key future for me just keeps me from giving these a 5 star. That future is their dual mode future. I was expecting to be able to watch YouTube on my phone while playing games on the Xbox at the same time. But that was not the case. I could be watching YouTube on my phone no problem, but as soon as I would turn on Xbox, it would mute my phone. I can then only hear YouTube on my phone, when I would select Bluetooth mode. But if I would select dual mode, it would play Xbox sound but not YouTube on phone. I have a couple other headsets that I am able to do both at the same time. So, I thought these would be that way as well. I am also now used to the mic being on the left. These have it on the right. Not a deal breaker but just not used to it. I do love a push up mic to mute. These are a bit stiff but still has that future. The base is a nice touch and magnetic so easy to play the headset in and know it is seated correctly. Just have to make sure you put it in the right way. I like that you plug the base itself in thru the bottom and that they have a few ways to run the cord out. You then can plug it into your console or PC and on the top of the base you can plug the dongle in. This is great as it then only uses up 1 plug on your console. Or you can plug the base into the wall and the dongle directly into the console. I do have a complaint though with how the dongle is. I would prefer it to be more like a USB stick and just straight out. They have it so that it's like an L shape. If you plug dongle directly it, especially on PC, it can get in the way of using other ports. I would rather it straight out or see them provide at least an extension cord of some kind that would allow you to plug into that and allow too not interfere with other ports. I feel these are also a bit tight. Not as comfortable as other headsets I have used. Maybe over time as they get worn in, they may become more comfortable, but out of the box, not as much. They seem to sound pretty good though. Even the mic was not that bad from what others told me. You can use the app thru phone and do some tweaking. I like having mic tone on so I can hear myself and always a plus if it is a good volume. These were, granted only a couple settings to choose from but still the highest setting I had no issues hearing myself. Overall, not too bad, and I would have easily given them a 5 star had I been able to listen to YouTube on my phone while also playing games. I do this a lot, especially in between matches/rounds.

I absolutely love the base station - I think the strangest thing about these is that the microphone is on the right ear instead of the left like every single other headset I have every used or owned, this has messed me up way too often as I’ll reach up with my left hand to utilize the lift to mute feature and realize there is not mic. This may be stupid and I did get used to it after a few days, but it was definitely an experience that I was like “I didn’t realize I was so set in my ways” until now. Also, the other thing I didn’t realize I would have a hard time living without is the base station, why aren’t these standard with all gaming headsets? You put it down on the base it disconnects and starts charging, when you pick it up it turns on, connects and you are good to go, you never have a dead headset. They go on comfortable and have a little bit of a tight squeeze to them but nothing uncomfortable, but also tight enough that if you bend over to pick something up they don’t just fall off your head like a few other headsets that I own. So, I really appreciate the fit. The sound quality is excellent and really gives you situational awareness for gaming. I introduced my son to headsets over speakers on the Xbox and hearing someone approach is quite the experience for those uninitiated. With the base station these are perfect to pair with the Xbox and use, however, as much as I like them, I won’t use them for my personal gaming headset because it isn’t true dual audio. You cannot stream audio from Bluetooth and wireless at the same exact time, it will cut out the Bluetooth audio, if this is something you prefer then it is perfect and there is a button to switch between Bluetooth, wireless, and duel(where cuts over to the wireless connection and interrupts the Bluetooth connection). Pros: Comfortable Wired, wireless, Bluetooth Lift to mute Button to switch between wireless and Bluetooth Docking station Awesome audio quality Cons: Duel audio cannot do simultaneous streaming Overall, these are excellent and are absolutely perfect for using with the Xbox as there is a home for them to go each and every time me or my kids are done paying on the Xbox.

Awesome headset! - This review is on a RIG R8 SPECTRE PRO HX Dual Wireless Gaming Headset with Graphene Drivers and Base Station for Xbox. I am totally satisfied with this headset. They sound great with included Dolby Atmos. I love the replacement design concept as most headset pads wear out. Unless you sit on them or throw them around it should last a long time. The pads are really easy to replace. The are held on by magnets so just order another set when needed and slap them on. You can design your own and replace the outer shell or buy some of their own designs. I love the RGB lights on the charging base and dongle. I would like to see some on the next headset. It feels light and is a little on the tight side so it won't fall off easily. It connected easily to my phone and XBOX. There is a USB-C dongle with adapter that can be either plugged into the base or XBOX. Signal held while walking around in the room. You can download the RIG R-PRO NAVIGATOR for customization. The app has 3 profiles to custom setup. You can do updates over Bluetooth connection with phone. There is microphone gain and monitoring so if you hear your voice while talking you can adjust it down. Volume level protection is an option. There is an equalizer to play with. Options are: No EQ, FPS, Bass Boost, Voice Boost, Clarity and Custom. Power off timer is in the app as well as other test and help functions. I would recommend this pair for anyone about to purchase a new headset.

Terrific Sound Clarity, Separation, and Location - This RIG R8 Pro HX has instantly become my favorite gaming headset for three reasons- an RGB base charging station that is also a USB pass-through hub; the headset's default duo mode whereby you automatically connect wirelessly to your gaming console/PC and phone by Bluetooth; and terrific sound clarity and separation. Focusing on the sound, the graphene drivers do make a difference- the sound clarity is outstanding! Couple that with Dolby Atmos and you get killer gaming audio with distinct sound separation and spatial awareness. A couple of notes here - Dolby Atmos may not automatically be on your gaming system/pc - you may have to download it and set it up with the RIG R8 headset. Also, for best gaming sound I recommend going to the Equalizer on the RIG app and setting it on the FPS setting. You can connect the Headset wirelessly two different ways, by plugging the USB dongle directly into your gaming system/PC or by plugging it into the RGB base charging station. The RIG quick start guide to me wasn't very clear on this point at first until I researched it a little further. Anyway, I found it very convenient to leave the base charging station plugged into my PC and plug the dongle into the base. When leaving the headphones on the charging base the RGB will be red unless the headphones are charged to 100%, in which case the RGB will revert to whatever your color setting was. There's an RGB button to change colors including a rainbow effect. The headphones can also be plugged directly into your system if you want to go wired. The mic is a noise cancelling boom mic that turns on when swinging it down into position. The duo mode is the default for the headset. The other modes are Game and Bluetooth. Change modes by pressing the Bluetooth button. I like using the Duo mode so I don't miss any important calls while gaming. Included with the headset is the RGB base/charging station, USB-C to A cable, USB-C adapter, USB-C dongle, snap lock mod plates, and quick start guide. The snap lock mod plates are simply the ear cushions that attach magnetically and custom styled ones are available but not included. Overall, the high-quality audio coupled with the RGB charging/USB pass-through base and duo connection mode makes this headset an excellent choice for gaming.

Dual Audio Inputs, with Crystal Clear Game Audio - I’d been wanting a new headset that would work with my PC, Xbox, and Mobile. Ideally, I wanted one with that would support dual audio sources at the same time, so I could play a game while listening for notifications from my phone. That’s when I saw that RIG was releasing the new R8 Spectre Pro headset, which supported dual audio sources! Pros: - Simple Plug & Play. - Flip to Mute Microphone. - Clear and Crisp Audio. Cons: - Navigator App only for Mobile or Emulators. - Flat sound lacks depth, better with EQ Settings. Out of the Box: The R8 Spectre Pro is as Plug-&-Play as it gets for PC and Xbox. Just plug-in the provided cable to a USB-A port on your device, then the USB-C end into the base station, then the dongle into the base stations. Just make sure that the dongle is switch to the appropriate platform, either Xbox or PC. Then switch to the new audio source, and you should be good to go! I was up and running in just a few minutes after taking the headset outside of the box. There was an update for the R8 Spectre Pro, but I only found out after I had been using the headset for a while as the Navigator App is only for mobile devices. RIG included a QR code to download the mobile app with the headset, which I ignored initially as I thought I could find a download for the app on PC. The main reason I wanted the app was to adjust the default EQ settings as the audio was very flat and empty, which was greatly improved by a simple adjustment to one of the preset EQ settings. Navigator App: As mentioned, the Navigator App is only for mobile devices or emulator if you know how to work it. I did the simple thing and just downloaded the app via my mobile phone. One thing the app does do very well is keeping it simple, with only the needed settings. At the top of the Home page you can select 1 of 3 profiles that can be saved, then at the bottom can be selected Update, Customize, or Settings. Update works via Bluetooth, with specific instructions on how to perform the update. Customize provides a basic mode by default and an Expert Mode. Expert mode allows more fine tuned options, just smaller intervals on each setting instead of 3 main points of adjustment. This is very helpful, as it doesn’t hide or limit the adjustments between the two modes, just how detailed you want to be when making the adjustments. Customization allows the adjustment of Microphone Gain (how sensitive the microphone is), Microphone Monitoring (if you can heard yourself from the microphone), and EQ adjustments. The pre-set EQ option were plenty for what I wanted, with a FPS setting for gaming and a Bass Boost for listening to music. Under the Additional settings is the ability to adjust the Headset Default Mode (Dual/Game/Bluetooth), Enable/Disable Voice Prompts, and the Game/Chat balance. Additional power settings and tutorials can be found under the Settings section. Build & Feel: The R8 Spectre Pro is built mainly of matte lightweight plastic with a fabric coved memory foam cushion along the headband. Like the headband, the ear cushions are memory foam lined with fabric along the edges that will sit on your head and leather along the outer edge. The ear cushions are magnetically held in place for easy removal to clean or customize. The headset is very lightweight at only ~13oz (0.8lbs), which I found great for those long gaming sessions to prevent fatigue in my neck. Controls: The control buttons are all on the same ear cup as the Microphone, the Right ear. The microphone is flip to mute, which I found worked flawlessly with a clear tone to indicate when the microphone turned on and off. On the bottom of the Right earphone of the headset is a USB-C port for charging without the base station. Similarly, on the Left earphone is connection point for the base station charging. On the back of the Right earphone from top to bottom is Power Button, with an LED light right above it, Volume scroll wheel, Mode button to cycle between modes, and Bluetooth pairing button. The only complaint I have about button placement is that the Mode and Bluetooth buttons are right where I tend to grab the headset when taking it off or putting it on, which often causes me to cycle between modes re enable Bluetooth pairing. Base Station: The Base Station is heavier than the headset, weighing about 1lb (15.5oz). The headset fits right into the Base Station, though it only slots in one way for charging, which makes it easy. Plus, the Base Station has a USB-C slot right in the center for the Dongle to slot-in, for easy access and clear view of the headset. The provided cable is short, about 3ft, which limits the placement of the Base Station, but you can use a longer USB-C cable if needed. Audio: The quality of sound is very evident, even without any EQ settings by just how crisp and clear all ranges of sound are. They’re not kidding about being able to hear footsteps, I tried it out in Fortnite and Call of Duty and could literally hear every footstep! It was amazing. The 40mm drivers paired with the FPS EQ setting and Dolby Access made for one of the best gaming audio experiences I’ve ever had. It has definitely provided me a competitive edge over my old headset with the clarity of game sounds and improved my spatial awareness in game. I did find myself switching to the Bass Boost while not gaming to provide deeper sound for watching movies or listening to music. Microphone: I tend to worry about flip to mute microphones, as they tend to be the part that breaks on a headset. Though RIG has made me less concerned, as there is a very distinctive switch when flipping the microphone that doesn’t feel as if I could break it. Like the difference between a screen door lock and a deadbolt, you know which one by feel will stop someone from getting in. The R8 Spectre Pro microphone isn’t going to break anytime soon. I found both the sound quality of the microphone and noise cancelation to be excellent for a headset. The microphone could easily pickup whispers with the gain up, while similarly not distorting due to loud talking/yelling. The noise cancellation worked well enough to cut out most background noise, though loud or consistent sounds could get through or distort the sound some but not enough to be an issue. For a headset microphone, this was more than I expected. Dual Mode: At first, I thought I was having issues with the dual mode but then realized I had the volume turned way down on my phone! After turning up the volume on my phone, I was able to hear the notification sounds over my audio easily. I wanted to be able to play while still being able to hear my notifications, just in case I got a text/call/door notification and missed it because of noise canceling. Battery: With the Base Station making charging so easy, I never had a chance to push the limits of the battery life of the headset as I always returned the headset to charging when I was done gaming. The 60 hours would be more than enough to keep it charged for a multi-day of gaming. Even better is that the battery is fully replaceable, just remove the earphone shell and the battery can be popped out. This is great for a gaming headset, as often the headset needs to be replaced due to not holding a charger anymore, but when the R8 Spectre Pro gets to that point, hopefully I can just pop a new battery into it and keep going! Conclusion: If you’re looking for a lightweight gaming headset that can support dual audio inputs while providing both PC and Xbox compatibility, the RIG R8 Spectre Pro is a solid consideration. The audio clarity makes hearing every footstep as easy as adjusting the preset EQ settings in the companion app. The Base Station paired with a 60+ hour battery life makes sure you never run out of power, plus a replaceable battery makes it easy to repair when the inevitable death of the battery occurs. I’ll be keeping the R8 Spectre docked and ready on my desk for the foreseeable future as one of my favorite competitive gaming headsets.

Pleasing sound and user friendly features - I've tried several Xbox/Win headsets. Some were good while others not so much. I'm enjoying this Rig R8 Pro headset a lot. It ships with a USB charging base, detachable USB cable for base or headset use, and a USB receiver with adapter. Device connection options are Bluetooth or USB receiver. There is a toggle switch on the receiver for switching between PC-USB or Xbox use. I've had issues in the past with similarly designed adapters on other headsets, but this one has been problem-free so far and works reliably when switching between Windows PC and Xbox. The primary receiver is UBS-C but incudes an adapter for USB-A ports. I've tried it with and without the adapter and both options work well without issue. A white illuminated LED strip on the receiver displays the operating status. The headset can be charged via the docking base or directly from the USB cable. The docking base has adjustable RGB lighting that also displays the battery charging status during charging. The headset fits me comfortably. It doesn't feel heavy or constricting. The foam ear cups are soft and fit over my ears without any pinching or pressure, nor are they too shallow. The adjustable padded headband doesn't cause any discomfort to the top of my head. The cups also don't get overly warm with extended use. The ear cup controls are physical rather than touch and consist of three buttons and a volume dial. The three buttons are for Bluetooth, power, and a multifunction button that handles features like calls, game/chat balance, and voice commands through services like Siri. All are easy to access and operate during wear. The R8 has great sound quality during gaming. It is Dolby Atmos compatible on Xbox and Windows PCs. Sounds are accurately reproduced and I don't hear any distortion. The headset is also suitable for listening to music on my phone. It's not quite on par with my dedicated music headphones, but more than sufficient if I want to listen to music on my console or PC during use. The low end was a little loose and flat at first, but tweaking the EQ quickly fixed that. Noise cancellation is passive but effective unless in a really loud environment. The R8 has a non-detachable flexible boom microphone that is distortion-free and captures my voice well when speaking. It isn't the best at blocking out background noise, but my voice remains clear and decipherable even with moderate background noise. I've used it for calls and online chat without complaints from parties on the other end. My only complaint with the mic is the lack of a physical mute button. The only way I've found to mute the mic is to swing it fully into the upright position which disables it. The Rig Pro Navigator app is available for download on iOS or Android. It allows applying firmware updates, testing the headset and mic, customizing sound options and has tutorials on how to use the headset and the different buttons and features. The headset connects to the app through Bluetooth. The app has an equalizer that is three-band by default but turns into eight-band when switched to expert mode. There are also EQ presets available. The R8 ticks most of the boxes I look for in a for a decent headset: - It has great sound and a decent mic - Controls are easy to use - It's easy and convenient to charge with the base or cable - It's lightweight - Has solid construction - Has a nicely designed and user-friendly companion app - Good charging times and battery life - The battery and foam ear pads are easily user-replaceable (The backs of the ear cups attach magnetically and easily detach to allow changing the cushions or battery. However, they don't easily detach unintentionally). Overall, the R8 has several features that are actually useful and convenient, yet is one of the more user-friendly headsets I've tried. Other than the lack of a mute button, I have no other complaints.

In a word: EXCELLENT - I'm enjoying this headset right now listening to music so let's just get straight to it so I can get back to enjoying it! - SOUND: Really, REALLY good. The sound is incredibly rich and vibrant. Games actually do feel incredibly immersive. There really isn't anything that the headset can't do. Music sound incredible as well. Mic quality is excellent and clear with no "fuzzy" background noise. - CONTROLS: Among the best I've ever experienced. Everything is right where it should be and intuitive. More "plug and play" than any other gaming headset I've ever owned. The companion app unlocks even more features and, for once, isn't a glorified marketing tool. - COMFORT: Insanely comfortable. Very, very fine-tuned adjustability (no preset "clicky" adjustments), earpads are BY FAR the best I've ever experienced, and the top pad is the perfect mix of firm/soft to actually support the headset weight. I could easily wear this headset for a whole day. - FEATURES: Excellent and feature rich. Highly recommend the companion app. No account creation needed (THANK YOU!), just pair the headset and you're ready to go and you have access to multiple sound profiles, simple or "expert" EQ adjustments. Dolby Atmos support included. I like the ability to quickly switch between Bluetooth and USB connectivity. Done working? You are literally a button press away from switching to USB and gaming/videos. Done gaming? Hit the Bluetooth button and you're right back to your phone. EASY. - AESTHETICS: Top notch. The headset feels very, very well made with high quality materials. The ability to customize the headset is pretty cool for those that have to have their own flare. The RGB lighting on the dock is a nice touch and even has brightness adjustments. OVERALL: This is BY FAR the best experience I've ever had with a gaming headset. It sounds incredible, is just effortlessly easy to use and I honestly would just be straight up lying if I told you there was something about it I didn't like. I wouldn't change a single thing. It's THAT GOOD!