RIG R5 Spear MAX HD Wired PC Gaming Headset
Bottom line: The RIG R5 Spear MAX HD Wired PC Gaming Headset is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the gaming peripherals category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
The RIG R5 SPEAR MAX HD is the ultimate wired gaming headset for competitive gaming on PC and console. Experience studio-grade game audio with GrapheneQ drivers by ORA, delivering a 20 Hz – 40 kHz frequency response with less than 0.3% harmonic distortion. Custom tuning enhances audio localization for a true competitive advantage. The included R5 USB-C DAC upgrades your audio to an industry-leading 32-bit / 384 kHz audio resolution for high-fidelity gaming. A 6 mm broadcast-grade microphone with 50 Hz – 15 kHz frequency response transmits your voice loud and clear. Customize your headset…
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Common buyer scenarios for gaming peripherals of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- GRAPHENEQ DRIVERS BY ORA: The 40 mm GrapheneQ drivers are built from pure graphene material, with less than 0.3% harmonic distortion for advanced, studio-grade game audio.
- HIGH-FIDELITY AUDIO: R5 MAX HD delivers accurate audio reproduction across the entire listening spectrum with high dynamic range and an extended frequency response of 20 Hz – 40 kHz.
- TUNED FOR COMPETITIVE GAMING: RIG’s custom R-SERIES sound signature is tuned with a boost in the upper midrange to enhance game-critical details like footsteps and reloads.
- USB-C AUDIO DAC: Connect the R5 MAX HD to your PC or mobile gaming device using the included USB-C DAC and upgrade to an industry-leading 32-bit / 384 kHz audio resolution, for true-to-source audio reproduction.
- OPTIMIZED FOR DOLBY ATMOS*: React faster and more accurately with Dolby Atmos for Headphones. Connecting your R5 MAX HD to the USB-C Audio DAC, and into your PC or Windows mobile gaming device, instantly unlocks enhanced 3D audio rendering by Dolby on compatible platforms - Windows 10/11 PCs (not compatible with XBOX consoles).
- DEDICATED AUDIO HUB: Connect a second audio source to monitor stream alerts or notifications with the USB-C DAC’s auxiliary audio input. The USB-C power-passthrough port allows for on-the-go mobile gaming while delivering ultra-high-resolution audio.
Full Specifications
| Brand | RIG |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Impedance | 32 ohm |
| Model Name | RIG R5 SPEAR MAX HD |
| Style Name | Modern |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Sensitivity | 119 db |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Control Type | Touch Control |
| Model Number | 10-1689-99 |
| Compatibility | PC, Xbox |
| Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Built-In Media | 1.5 meter Mic cable, 1/4" Stereo Adapter, 2-meter Studio Cable (no mic), Black RIG Mod-Plates, RIG R5 SPEAR MAX HD Headset, Black/Copper, USB-C DAC |
| Cable Features | Detachable |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Earpiece Shape | Oval |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Connection Type | Wired |
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