My first experience with RIG headsets came long ago when they made headsets for Plantronics. They were literally the ONLY headset I would wear for long-term gaming sessions due to the outstanding comfort of their headband and lag-free wireless performance. This level of quality came with them and got even better when they split off and became RIG. Now, however, the playing field has many competitors, each looking to carve out their niche from the marketplace. Does the RIG 600 PRO HS have what it takes to be worth your hard-earned cash? Read on and find out!
Regarding its overall design, the RIG 600 PRO HS continues the overall look and layout of RIG’s various headphones. Its black, sleek frame features angled cutouts in the headband and the same three-level ear cup height adjustment as most of their other headphones. The downside to this three-level system is that it isn’t as customizable as most headphones with a traditional sliding ear-cup system. The RIG 600 PRO HS is lightweight and the earcups and headband are lined with super-comfortable foam and upholstered with breathable fabric to allow for ventilation, but I still ended up with sweaty ears after a few hours (I run hot!). The microphone is housed on a swing-out boom arm on the left ear cup. The headset has a simple but effective design. It is all black with a glossy and matte finish – although RIG does make a few color flavors of the 600 PRO HS. The headset features no RGB lighting but sports a basic, classic look. The build quality is also good, with no creaks or rattles.
The RIG 600 PRO HS features both 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.1 wireless capabilities and its 40mm drivers produce clear and detailed audio, with good bass response. The headset also has a good soundstage, which helps you to pinpoint the location of sounds in games. The headset supports Dolby Atmos for Headphones, which provides a more immersive surround sound experience. This is especially noticeable in games with a lot of positional audio, such as first-person shooters and racing games.
Installing the headset for use can be done via Bluetooth or the included USB-C wireless adapter dongle. Plug this adapter into the USB-C audio output of your favorite gaming platform and off you go. I was even able to use it on my Steam Deck handheld system. The RIG Navigator mobile app (for iOS and Android) will allow you to customize the headphone’s EQ, power off timers, mic monitoring, and more. It works well and is a nice companion app to customize the headset. If you can’t seem to locate the app, be sure to search for ‘RIG 600 NAVIGATOR’.
The “flip-to-hide” microphone on the RIG 600 PRO HS Dual Wireless Headphones offers decent audio pickup and clarity. Your voice is relatively clear and does have some decent noise reduction. When retracted, the microphone automatically mutes itself, which is convenient for quickly muting yourself when needed. The big issue with the microphone is that aside from its swinging action, it isn’t very adjustable and doesn’t stick out all that far to put it better in line with your mouth – the result is that vocal volume isn’t as precise as it could be.
Despite this, the RIG 600 PRO HS Dual Wireless Headphones performed very well in my testing. The wireless connection was stable and reliable, and I didn’t experience any lag or dropouts. I used the headset in a multitude of gaming sessions with titles such as Baldur’s Gate 3, Train Sim World 4, and Atlas Fallen. It also ran the entire day without needing recharging and I have no doubts that its stated 18 hours of use via the USB-C wireless dongle is true. I also ran it through my gamut of personal music hosted on my media server. Listening to my favorite tunes yielded excellent sound and I experienced no issues while streaming audio.
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5
The RIG 600 PRO HS Dual Wireless Headphones are a good option for gamers who want a wireless headset without breaking the bank. They offer good sound quality, a comfortable design, and many useful features, such as dual wireless mode and Dolby Atmos for Headphones support. It retails for $99.99, putting this in what I consider the mid-level, mainstay category of gaming headphones. It’s a solid choice worth your money.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Compatibility :Xbox/Windows/Nintendo Switch/Android/iOS
Headphone type :Around Ear
Colour :Black
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency response :20 Hz–20 kHz
Impedance :32 ohms
Max SPL :111 dBSPL/V
Surround sound :Dolby Atmos for Headphones
Driver diameter :40mm
MICROPHONE SPECIFICATIONS
Microphone frequency response :100 Hz–10 kHz
Removable microphone :Yes
CONNECTIVITY
Connection type :Bluetooth USB dongle & Detachable USB-C/USB cable
Wireless :Yes
Volume control :On-ear
