Over the previous couple of years the RIG model have run a wide range of headset ranges. They go from the 300 collection (entry degree for these simply wanting noise thrust to their ears), proper as much as the 800 and – now – 900 collection. These headsets value significantly extra however, like we discovered within the RIG 900 MAX HX, are stuffed with top-end options, guaranteeing you’re getting among the finest audio experiences out there.
However what about these avid gamers in search of one thing in between? RIG have beforehand offered each the 500 and 700 collection for simply these events. And now they’re specializing in an area between these two with the RIG 600 PRO HX. Changing the sunsetted 700 vary, RIG are pushing the 600 to market with the same old audio staples, new little options and a cracking worth. We’ve been considerably spoiled by the chance to recreation with the 900 MAX HX in latest occasions, however that’s to not say we aren’t absolutely onboard with the concepts behind the 600 too.
There’s no mistaking the 600 PRO HX is a RIG headset. Anybody aware of the model will know the routes the Nacon and RIG groups take with their merchandise and all the things is absolutely on present right here.
Which means you’re getting a plastic skeletal outer body that isn’t simply tremendous light-weight, however massively versatile. In actual fact, the 600 PRO HX is glad to have a little bit of twist thrown into it, good for these occasions when you might unintentionally sit on the factor. Bought with a ‘virtually-indestructible’ headband (we’d most likely query that ‘virtually-indestructible’ shout), there’s little question that it’s able to holding up nicely underneath the extreme pressure of gaming classes greater than different manufacturers. We’ve definitely not had any situation in years of utilizing RIG headsets and wouldn’t anticipate something much less from the 600 PRO HX.
That body additionally incorporates three push and pull changes, guaranteeing that after getting a match for the RIG 600 PRO HX, it is going to be good in your head each time. It could imply that it’s not fairly as adjustable in sizing when passing the headset from participant to participant, with a sliding headband a lot simpler to shift, however for individuals who primarily recreation alone, the RIG system is nigh good. And truthfully, do you actually wish to cross a headset from sweaty head to sweaty head?
From there, oval ear-encompassing cups are discovered with 40mm drivers inside. On the entire, we’ve discovered that these earcups enable for some respectable squish, surrounding the ears properly. However on the similar time we now have discovered ourselves crying out for only a tad extra padding. Granted, we’ve come from the dual-materialed RIG 900 PRO HX – the vary topper – transferring right down to this mid-level level, however simply often we’ve discovered a little bit of stress on our ears from the interior drivers. It’s not an issue for brief, sharp gaming classes, however has seen us wish to take away the headset for a number of moments each time taking in something too prolonged.
However the sound delivered is, as common, of fine high quality. Once more, we’re preferring top-end RIG audio, however for a headset that – whisper it – is available in at underneath £100, then the audio is just about out of this world. It’s all the time clear and concise, greater than able to dealing with a wide range of conditions and soundscapes. There’s not a touch of distortion, irrespective of how far up the amount ladder you push issues, and getting absolutely immersed in your video games is a cinch with the 600 PRO HX in your head.
That mentioned, out of the field we’ve discovered this to be a bit bit tinny for our liking. That’s simply amended through the 600 PRO Navigator App (we’ve been utilizing the Google Play Retailer model on our Android cellphone), and so working by way of equaliser settings and the like has ensured a sound to our liking. Actually, as soon as we upped the bass ranges a bit, we discovered the 600 PRO HX sounding simply as we prefer it. Full, wealthy, deep audio.
There’s some respectable mic utilization on the 600 PRO HX too. We very very similar to the flip-to-mute mic that’s discovered encased within the left earcup, and it slides away to virtually nothing in a matter of seconds. A strong piece of plastic, you might assume it’s a little brief for respectable comms, however by way of testing with occasion members and associates, have been informed that communication going out is about pretty much as good as you’re going to get.
My solely actual want is that the mic can be a bit simpler to seize in a rush. There’s a little bit of a knack to dropping the mic down into play, pushing on the underside of it with a view to launch. However that motion isn’t all the time quick. We’ve pressed left earcup located buttons by mistake when attempting to find the mic itself.
And as is just about commonplace throughout the board, the RIG 600 PRO HX comes with all of the buttonry you’ll ever want, all kicking round on that left cup. There’s an influence change for, nicely, switching the headset on and off, a quantity dial for audio controls, and a multi-function button that doubles with that dial to regulate recreation/chat balances. There’s additionally a USB-C port for charging, with RIG promising that this may go some eighteen hours between juice calls.
And there’s additionally a Bluetooth button located on the highest of the earcup. You see, the RIG 600 PRO HX runs twin connectivity, not simply partnering up along with your Xbox console, but in addition through Bluetooth to a laptop computer or cellphone.
The gaming console aspect of issues is roofed with a teeny tiny little USB dongle, operating a USB-C finish. That’s clearly no use to us Xbox gamers, with only a USB-A port sitting entrance and centre on the console. Fortunately RIG have included a brief USB-C to USB-A cable for such issues.
Connection to console has been strong all through, simple to initially pair after which completely secure from there on out. We’ve not witnessed a single drop within the tens of hours of use both. Not that we’d anticipate something totally different to be sincere; trendy wi-fi connections are extraordinarily dependable.
And connecting the RIG 600 PRO HX to cellular through Bluetooth is equally simple. With Twin, Sport Solely and Bluetooth Solely audio modes, irrespective of the way you want to recreation, you’ll be able to. We personally desire the Twin audio mode, guaranteeing that we’re not less than stored in contact with the skin world as we recreation away, however conditions will differ relying on the person.
For a sub-£100 gaming headset, the RIG 600 PRO HX for Xbox is a no brainer. But when there may be the chance so that you can splash out a bit extra, we’d most likely level you in direction of the 800 PRO HX or 900 ranges as a substitute. The docking stations that they arrive with have confirmed to be killer for us, guaranteeing that the headset is all the time charged, irrespective of the event. That’s to not say the 600 PRO HX isn’t succesful, for it’s, however remembering to plug this one in through USB-C has confirmed to be our personal downfall. Minor nitpicks surrounding ear cup cushioning and grabbing that flip-to-mute mic shouldn’t be sufficient to knock this new RIG mid-ranger from an above-average perch.
Large thanks exit to RIG for offering us with the 600 PRO HX for Xbox for evaluate. Seize one for your self from Nacon’s web page.
