Plantronics DSP-500

Plantronics DSP-500
alaScore 68

254 reviews

May, 2013

alaTest has collected and analyzed 254 reviews from magazines and websites. Comments about the usability and microphone are generally positive. The value for money and comfort also get good views, whereas there are some mixed reviews about the build quality.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headsets the Plantronics DSP-500 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 68/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Plantronics DSP-500

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 151 user reviews of the Plantronics DSP-500 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.5/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

79% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Not the best product...

 

Not the best product...

this headphones sound good and so does the microphone..but they tend to fall off your head because that rubber-band isn't tight enough to hold then around your ears. I have to punch new holes n wrapped it to the frame with clear tape so it can embrace...

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ok

 

ok

for the price it wasnt worth it. clear , works well, good mic but uncomfortable., squashes ur ears

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best headset money can buy

 

best headset money can buy

had dsp500 for 3 years now i have ha 2d pairs in the last 5 years as long as you dont play with the base settings or sit on your dsps they should be fine the first pair i owned i ripped the cord out by spinning around in my chair but other then that i...

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"DSP" addon causes error in games I play. (BF2, CSS, and TF2)

 

"DSP" addon causes error in games I play. (BF2, CSS, and TF2)

Not for gamers. Sound quality is not the problem. It simply causes my computer to pause for 2 seconds randomly about once every two minutes. You can get better for your money.

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gift

 

gift

It was given as a gift to my boy friend or his son they wanted it and needed it. It arrived promply.

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Never been happier

 

Never been happier

I don't think I've ever been happier with a headset. The DSP makes VOIP and gaming crystal clear. I plug in the headset to my USB and VISTA automagically turns over all sound to the headset, I don't have to mess with turning off speakers or anything....

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Perfect headsets

 

Perfect headsets

I already bought the Plantronics DSP-400 and some other model before this one. Now, I use DSP-500 at work, and the foldable DSP-400 at home or on the go. I always had problems with this type of headphones because I never found any comfortable...

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Perfect headsets

 

Perfect headsets

I already bought the Plantronics DSP-400 and some other model before this one. Now, I use DSP-500 at work, and the foldable DSP-400 at home or on the go. I always had problems with this type of headphones because I never found any comfortable...

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Good sound, Uncomfortable with combatibility probelms.

 

Good sound, Uncomfortable with combatibility probelms.

The sound is great, however they are very uncomfortable if you wear glasses, problems with noise cancellation working with Skype & Audio Hijack Pro in OS X. I have to edit out noise on my end in post production to use for podcasting. It is NOT plug...

Product Specifications

Plantronics' DSP-500 is a digitally enhanced gaming / multimedia headset with a Digital Signal Processor, and full-range digital stereo sound. It's perfect for multimedia applications such as games, CDs and MP3 music, speech recognition and voice applications. The QuickAdjust microphone boom allows the user to position the microphone easily and consistently for uniform performance and higher accuracy .The 40mm speakers provide dynamic bass response and the headset has an aggressive, cool design appealing for gamers. DSP-500 is made of new lightweight materials for ultimate comfort. Software includes Plantronics' PerSono Audio Control Center Software, as well as leading speech recognition, voice and gaming applications and a robust MP3 media player.

Audio Input

Connectivity Technology:Wired
Microphone Form Factor:Built-in
Microphone Operation Mode:Mono
Microphone Technology:Electret condenser
Type:Microphone

Audio Output

Connectivity Technology:Wired
Headphones Form Factor:Ear-cup
Headphones Type:Binaural
Product Type:Headphones
Sound Output Mode:Stereo

Audio System

Recommended Use:PC multimedia
Type:Headset

Header

Localization:English
Manufacturer:Plantronics
Model:500
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Plantronics DSP

Remote Control

Type: None

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty
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