I know a headset’s microphone sounds good when my friends can’t tell that I’ve switched from my usual daily driver. The volume wheel also lets you make minor adjustments, instead of sweeping changes. The Nacon RIG 800 Pro HX has easy-to-use on-ear controls, allowing you to adjust the overall volume and game/chat balance easily. When you turn the headset on or off, a soothing voice lets you know the current battery level – low, medium, or high. I never found myself worrying about the headset’s battery life, thanks to the 24-hour run time. Charging was also a breeze with the included dock. You can choose between three levels of mic monitoring that let you hear your voice back when speaking, a must for closed-back headsets. While I’d have preferred a tactile bump to know when the mic is on mute, the headset provides a clear audio cue instead. That’s a $14.99 saving, giving you instant access to fantastic 3D audio. Atmos really helps the Nacon RIG 800 Pro HX come alive, so I’d strongly recommend turning it on. □ You get a Dolby Atmos license for free. The earcups are also large enough that they won’t pinch your ears, and the clamping force is negligible. The ski-like headband and lightweight design (they’re just 290 grams) mean you can wear these cans for hours. Bass has a satisfying thump to it but the low end never muddies the sparkling highs and mids, which sound crisp and clear. ![]() The Nacon RIG 800 Pro HX has a surprisingly wide soundstage for a closed-back pair of headphones. ![]() From heavy metal to the latest dance hits, the Nacon RIG 800 Pro HX excels with all genres of music. The majority of gaming headsets fall short when it comes to music, so it’s pleasing that the RIG 800 Pro HX is no slouch in this department. □ They sound great when listening to music. I never noticed any creaks when gaming, despite the all-plastic design. The Nacon RIG 800 Pro HX may look like an accessory that Christian Bale would wear in Batman: Dark Knight, but this is a sturdy and well-built headset.
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