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Plantronics DSP-500

First seen: 13 november 2003

Information found in: from 14 sources in 4 countries.

Great Deal: $169.98

  • User Score (46)
    9.5 9.5 from 46 reviewers
  • Expert Score (3)
    7.3 7.3 from 3 reviewers
  • Design (4)
    7.2 7.2 from 4 reviewers
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  • sound quality, and its overall quality, very good mic, good sound quality, and great surround sound
  • t be replaced, not very portable, not plug and play, sennheisers cheaper, soft earmuffs can 39

Plantronics’ DSP-500 digitally-enhanced gaming/multimedia headset with full-range stereo sound. Perfect for multimedia applications such as games, CDs and MP3 music, speech recognition and voice applications. The 40mm speakers provide dynamic bass response. Software includes Plantronics’ PerSono Audio Control Center Software, as well as leading speech recognition, voice and gaming applications. Bonus software includes leading speech and voice recognition software and …

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Reviews of Plantronics DSP-500

  1. Plantronics DSP-500 USB

    Reviewer: Pocket Lint
    6 April 2004
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    While this isn't the cheapest unit on the block it does provide a simple one-stop solution off the shelf. The included soundcard and USB connection should appeal to businesses or users who don't own a soundcard and the overall unit is good enough for business or gaming applications. It's a shame then that Sennheiser have fought back on quality and price and for £10 less, provide the same type of solution with more expansive ability on the hi-fi side and perhaps... Read more

  2. Plantronics DSP 500

    Reviewer: Custom PC
    16 November 2003
    Overall 5
    5.0
     

    If you've just splashed out on a new sound card, the DSP 500s are not for you, since the USB connection negates the need for one. But if you're using on-board sound or have an older soundcard, this is a surprisingly good headset, if a little expensive. Read more

  3. PLANTRONICS DSP-500 REVIEW

    Reviewer: Fusion NET
    9 June 2005
    Overall 9
    8.8
     

    Overall, based on performance Hardware Fusion would rate this product towards the higher end of the market, although its price somewhat brings it down. If intense sound and excellent quality is what the user is after, then this product is perfect. However, if one simply requires a headset for everyday use, and is not over demanding on performance, then we would recommend opting for a cheaper alternative that is able to perform everyday tasks to the same level at a more... Read more

  1. Outstanding headphones for chatting and gaming.

    Reviewer: DealTime UK
    1 April 2006
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I have had this product for over a year now and I love it. I bought this headset to chat with friends as we play our favorite online game. I have used the DSP-500 with Yahoo chat, Team Speak 2 and Ventrilo. The sound quality is unbelievable and I have had no complaints about my voice quality when chatting. Some of my gaming sessions can last hours and by far the DSP-500 is the most comfortable headset I have ever used. The DSP-500 has its own Digital Signal Processing... Read more

  2. dsp-500

    Reviewer: PriceGrabber
    20 July 2005
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    I purchased these for $50.00 , primarily to be used for speech recognition. The fixed mic and the built in sound card make the speech recognition software easier to use. Overall for speech and gaming I would buy again. Read more

  3. Reviewer: aaron, gdgt
    26 July 2010
    Overall 9
    9.0
     

    There's a reason why professional audio guys like Leo Laporte from the TWiT podcast network use and recommend the Plantronics DSP-500 -- the microphone is incredible. Whether you're speaking on a Skype call, recording a podcast, or voice chatting during a game, the mic does an amazing job at canceling out virtually all of the background noise, leaving only the clear sound of your voice. Read more

  4. Great Headset for Gaming

    Reviewer: Shopping.com
    10 July 2004
    Overall 10
    10
     

    I am an avid gamer. I bought this product because I was looking for a headset that would deliver gre Read more

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