.Audio 550 DSP Ultimate Performance Headset & Software

by Plantronics

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 4 x 9 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000EZYFR0
• Item model number: .AUDIO 550DSP
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 13, 2006

Product Description

MultiMedia Headset - Plantronics USB multimedia stereo headset- Over-the-head stereo headset- Designed for ultimate auditory gratification in gaming, music, internet talk, video conferencing, and voice applications- In-line volume and mute controls- Lightweight, flexible headband - Soft ear cushions for all-day wear- Noise-canceling microphone, retracts when not in use- 40mm stereo speakers dish up maximum bass response- PerSono software allows control of microphone and audio settings- Quick-adjust telescoping and bendable boom - USB adapter plug- 1 Year manufacturer's warranty- Box dimensions: 10"L x 9"W x 3.5"H- BlackPL.AUDIO550DSP

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great headphones for gaming and speech recognition, May 6, 2007

By 

Duane Curtis (USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: .Audio 550 DSP Ultimate Performance Headset & Software (Personal Computers)

I sit about 4 or 5 feet from a window air conditioner and it takes a really good microphone to filter out that background noise. I originally purchased Icemat Siberia Headset (Black) but the microphone didn't work well for speech recognition. The microphone on this headset works extremely well. Also, the headset is very comfortable to wear for long periods of time. I am very pleased with Dragon NaturallySpeaking version 9 and this headset. I'm using it right now to write this review, or should I say "talk" this review.

The Icemat USB headset really slowed my computer down while gaming. I am very happy to report that this headset does not or if it does it's not enough to be noticeable.

Okay now for a couple of very minor complaints. Firstly, the headset didn't come with any software, I had to download the software from their website. Which is okay I guess, but as much money as these cost the software should be included. Lastly, the headset is very light weight. That's one reason why you can wear them so long. But they seem a little flimsy. All in all, this is the nicest headset I've ever used.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Not so great..., November 27, 2006

By 

Sandra B. Fan (Seattle, WA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This headset is somewhat uncomfortable, you can't adjust it very much, the earpieces don't swivel enough. There's an odd plastic piece at the top that holds the two headphone speakers apart, which I think was added for comfort, but actually just makes it harder to adjust.

The sound quality is okay, but not what I would expect out of a $120 headset (at Fry's, but then I found it for $60 on NewEgg, which is more reasonable for the quality).

It also craps out on me occassionally. When I opened the package, the insert said I might have to "restart the application" whenever the headsets stop working. You don't need to install the application, which you download online only, if you're using a Mac. The Plantronics website said, Macs will work without installing anything. The second time I tried plugging my headset into my Powerbook, it worked, but when I opened GarageBand, it quit working, and I had to unplug and replug it in again to get it to work.

This would have been fine if this was all. However, every time I plug it in, I have to go to System Preferences and select the headset for my audio and/or mic input. It doesn't do it automatically. :-(

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best headset I've ever owned, July 19, 2007

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M. Farris (Rochester, NH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: .Audio 550 DSP Ultimate Performance Headset & Software (Personal Computers)

When this baby arrived, I was unsure of it's quality. Much lihghter than the DSP500, and a little smaller. But once I plugged it in, all worries vanished.

This unit has better everything:
Audio output
sound quality
freq response ( very important to me as I am very Hard of hearing)
Wearable all day with no neck pressure.

I would recommend this to everyone!!

Wife loves it for VOIP overseas. She can spend hours on the line now without aches.

Buy it! period.