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.Audio 550 DSP Ultimate Performance Headset & Software

by Plantronics

16 customer reviews

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Lightweight, flexible headband provides comfortable all-day wear
Noise-canceling mic cuts through background clamor
Swivel-mounted, pillow-soft ear cushions deliver soft, acoustic precision
40mm stereo speakers dish up maximum bass response
PerSono Software makes you master of mic and audio settings

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Product Dimensions: 10 x 4 x 9 inches ; 1 pounds
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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ASIN: B000EZYFR0
Item model number: .AUDIO 550DSP
Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
Date first available at Amazon.com: March 13, 2006

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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

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They own 200-400 dollars worth of headsets and mics, all of them suck.

~el~jefe~

Perfect for someone who enjoys listening to music on the computer and for someone who is hard of hearing.

Volker E. Bradley

Also, the headset is very comfortable to wear for long periods of time.

Duane

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

Great headphones for gaming and speech recognition

By Duane on May 6, 2007

Verified Purchase

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.

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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful

Not so great...

By Sandra B. Fan on November 27, 2006

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. :-(

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

Best headset I've ever owned

By M. Farris on July 19, 2007

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.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

Sound and recording quality good

By Michael Cote on November 13, 2006

I just got one of these and the sound quality -- both for playing back and recording -- is leagues ahead of the cheapy little headset I was previously using.

The size isn't ideal for travel, but the results are great.

I plugged the USB cable into my PowerBook, and it worked instantly. Nice job!

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

Buy the Audio 550 DSP Ultimate Performance Headset - I did!

By philipzelinger on October 19, 2010

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It is rare that a headset delivers what it promised to -- and this is an example of one that does. It is comfortable, extremely clear to listen and talk with on Skype, the only reason I bought it , and I highly recommend it.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

Good headset!

By kiseliok on December 27, 2006

I've been using this headset for about 4 months now, and am very pleased with it except the part where my I start getting headache after about 2 hours of gaming, which is not a completely bad thing, just forces me to take a small break and let my eyes rest for a little.

Also this headset, when plugged in, blocks all other audio devices. In order to put the sound to my speakers I have to unplug the headset and change prefs to use my mobo surround sound. I'm pretty positive that this happens because the headset is using a USB interface, and there is some kind of conflict between the audio drivers... hopefully plantronics will release a patch for it ... sometime ... hopefully...

Software is pretty worthless, but have to have it in order to have good quality sound.

Headset is also a bit pricy, but justifies the sound quality!

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

Pleased with the quality

By Amazon Customer on May 28, 2008

Verified Purchase

I bought this headset to create video courses and for Second Life. I've been pleased at the quality of the mic, especially. I also like the bendable mic, which gives me excellent control over its placement. It's also very comfortable, at least for a couple of hours at a time. Another great feature is that you can use it as a USB headset, or remove the adapter, and plug it into the mic & speaker connectors. For example, I was able to record, while using my speakers, by using only the mic connector. That flexibility was very valuable to me.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

Excellent sound quality... very comfortable for smaller ears

By C. Horne on March 15, 2007

This is now my preferred Skype headset. I was previously using a wireless Linksys CIT300 phone which worked well but did not offer the same sound quality. It's hard to compete with a corded solution that covers both ears. This is an over the ear cushion model but it kind of sits on the ears rather than over them. I have other headsets that are more comfortable because they fully enclose the ears.

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Five Stars

work great

Published 7 months ago by Denise B. Harned

Great noise-blocking & audio quality, not comfortable long-term

I bought these based on the high ratings, and was not disappointed by the sound quality of the recordings for my podcast. Many people told me my recordings sounded professional. Read more

Published on February 9, 2012 by George Coghill

Plantronics 550 DSP headset

Beautiful acoustics for both listening and recording. Very comfortable fit. Perfect for someone who enjoys listening to music on the computer and for someone who is hard of... Read more

Published on December 3, 2011 by Volker E. Bradley

Much Better than most

I have had this product for .... years... I do not remember when I purchased it actually. It is the ONLY product I have ever seen that I never adjust anything aside from playback... Read more

Published on November 26, 2011 by ~el~jefe~

had these for years

ive had these headphones for years and its really not that good microphone is amazin but they're overall uncomfortable and sound is crap specially for gaming

Published on June 30, 2011 by eugene

great listening & microphone

I am using the 550DSP headset daily. I used the microphone for speech recognition and for Skype calls. It's great! I watch DVDs with the headphones and I am very satisfied. Read more

Published on September 15, 2007 by R. McLEOD

Uncomfortable? Nonsense!

This is a great product. Amazing quality and very comfortable for my head (which is of the smaller size). Read more

Published on June 19, 2007 by J. Contonio

Should be considered a torture device

This headset is SO UNCOMFORTABLE that I can't wear them for more than 5 minutes. Come on, who makes square ear pads?? Read more

Published on May 29, 2007 by I. Young