RIG R8 Spectre PRO HX Dual Wireless Gaming Headset for Xbox and PC
Bottom line: The RIG R8 Spectre PRO HX Dual Wireless Gaming Headset for Xbox and PC 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
Studio-grade audio meets wireless freedom with the RIG R8 SPECTRE PRO HX, designed for Xbox and PC. Hear the RIG R-SERIES difference with graphene drivers custom-tuned for competitive gaming, delivering ultra-low distortion audio optimized for Dolby Atmos 3D Audio. Take calls while gaming by seamlessly mixing Bluetooth voice audio over low-latency 2.4GHz game sound. Control your audio experience using the RIG Navigator app available for Android and iPhone. The broadcast-grade boom microphone captures your voice and blocks out background noise, with full bandwidth 16 bit / 48 kHz voice…
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Key Features
- 40MM GRAPHENE DRIVERS: The custom driver design, coated with a layer of graphene material, delivers explosive game audio with less than 0.5% total harmonic distortion. Experience richer, more accurate game audio with enhanced 3D accuracy.
- HIGH-FIDELITY AUDIO: Custom-tuned for first-person shooters, the R8 PRO features audio built for competition with a 20–40kHz frequency response. A boosted sound signature in the upper mid-range enhances critical audio cues for the competitive advantage.
- OPTIMIZED FOR DOLBY ATMOS: Tuned for Dolby Atmos 3D Audio for enhanced audio directionality and localisation, with included lifetime subscription. The RIG R8 PRO HX USB wireless transmitter is your key to seamlessly unlock Dolby Atmos for Headphones, via the Dolby Access app, the moment you plug into XBOX or Windows 10/11 PC. No codes needed.
- DUAL-WIRELESS: Connect to your XBOX console or PC wirelessly with the lossless,ultra low-latency 2.4 GHz USB-C adapter (USB-A option included); Or, listen to music on your phone with Bluetooth 5.2 wireless. Layer Bluetooth voice audio over the 2.4GHz connection to take calls while gaming.
- FULL-BANDWIDTH MIC: The full-bandwidth boom microphone captures every callout in clear detail, with a 16-bit/48 kHz resolution and cardioid polar pattern for enhanced noise rejection.
- 60 PLUS HOURS OF GAMING: Stay gaming with up to 60 hours of battery on a single charge. Battery is user-removeable and replaceable. Dock your headset in the dedicated base station for charging between gaming sessions. Light up your gaming set-up - base station features RGB lighting with over 100 light combinations to chose from.
Full Specifications
| Brand | RIG |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Impedance | 32 ohm |
| Model Name | RIG R8 SPECTRE PRO HX |
| Style Name | Modern |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB-C, 2.4GHz |
| Control Type | Button Control |
| Model Number | 10-1828-01 |
| Compatibility | PC, Xbox, Switch, Android, iOS |
| Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Series Number | 8 |
| Built-In Media | RIG R8 SPECTRE PRO HX, USB-C Wireless Transmitter, USB-C to USB-A adapter |
| Cable Features | Detachable |
| Control Method | App |
| Earpiece Shape | Oval |
| Headphone Jack | USB-C to USB-A (for PC only) |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 meters |
| Full listing title | RIG R8 Spectre PRO HX Dual Wireless Gaming Headset for Xbox and PC | Series X|S, XBOX One, USB, Mobile - Wireless 2.4GHz / Bluetooth, Graphene Drivers, 3D Audio, Noise-Canceling Mic, Charge Base |
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