RIG 600 Pro HS Acid Camo headset review

I spend a lot of my weekends gaming, often with friends, so a snug set of earphones is key. Nacon’s new RIG 600 Pro Acid Camo headset promises extra comfort for your ears whether you hop quickly into a game or spend all day duking it out in Overwatch, so we took them for a test drive.

Billed for use on Switch, mobile, PC, and PlayStation, with a very lightweight band and easy connectivity, the RIG 600 offers a lot of flexible use, minus the literal headache that can come with heavy or badly designed headsets. On top of that, the Acid Camo color scheme is quite funky, adding a little pizzazz to your setup.

Nacon’s latest headset offers dual-wireless connectivity via USB and Bluetooth, with noise canceling and stellar bass response to keep you locked in with no distractions. To test this set to its max, I tried it with my mobile, PC, and Switch to see how it compares to the best Nintendo Switch headsets. So, let’s get into it.

Price & availability

The RIG Pro 600 Acid Camo headset launches exclusively at GameStop on November 1, retailing for $89.99. In terms of pricing, the RIG 600 falls in the same price range as products from other brands, such as Turtle Beach, Hyper X, and Razer’s wireless options with similar stats.

Specifications

Design

How much you like the design of the RIG Pro 600 Acid Camo depends on whether you like a grey, black, and bright yellow color scheme. For me, it’s muted enough that it doesn’t ruin any aesthetic I’ve got going, but it definitely doesn’t match my ‘set-up’, if you could call it that. This is the only colorway that comes with the Wicked Cushions, so if you want super comfy ears, you’re gonna have to learn to love the camo.

Outside of the color scheme, the headset looks swish. On the back of the left headphone cup, there are power, mode, and phone call buttons, as well as a scroll wheel for volume control. These buttons don’t stick out or have any dazzling lights, so they shouldn’t get in the way or, heaven forbid, get long hair stuck in them. There’s also a microphone that fits perfectly into the cup, which you flip out by pressing its base. I will admit this took me far too long and a broken nail to realize, but it pops out really easily once you press the right place.

The RIG Pro is a very light set, which is much appreciated given that it sits on your head for long periods. That said, the three size options – small, medium, and large – are on the smaller side. I don’t think I have a giant head, but the largest setting just about fits. While the headset doesn’t pinch or squeeze one’s head, if you prefer a larger, adult-size headset, this might not be the headset for you.

The main selling point here is the Wicked Cushions that nestle against your ears. You can easily detach the cushions if you want, or slot them back on if they happen to fall off. These WC PadZ do exactly as they promise – the dense memory foam comes with sports fabric for a superior feel. They are really comfy, honestly, and unlike some other headsets, they don’t get sweaty over time. A side note for anyone with earrings, too – my ear jewelry doesn’t get uncomfortable when wearing these.

You get a teeny tiny USB-C dongle and a short cable to go with the headset, so you can use it on PC (or PlayStation), and Switch via the charge port. Using it this way with the Switch is a little precarious, and you can only do it when in handheld mode – but then, I needed to be careful not to lean on the dongle so I wouldn’t bend or break it. You can also employ any other USB-C cable to charge it, as the one it comes with is a little too short to have the headset anywhere other than on top of my PC tower when charging.

Performance

In terms of how this headset performs, it’s generally impressive. As the RIG Pro 600 is only wireless, you need to keep an eye on the battery, but when it starts running low, you get a notification for medium and low power. That said, you should manage around 18 hours of use before you need to consider recharging.

Over my many, many years of using different earbuds, headphones, and headsets with everything from CD players to MP3s to phones and PCs, I can say that the sound quality of the RIG 600 Pro is high quality. There’s a lot of bass, which is very much appreciated, especially given that it’s not a set of in-ear buds, which is usually where I find a decent bass sound.

The sound quality carries over no matter the source, be it on my Switch, phone, or PC. This particular headset has tuned audio for the WC PadZ, making for excellent noise isolation. I hear no keyboard sounds when typing for work, and sadly, I didn’t hear my partner asking what I wanted for dinner while I was engrossed in Genshin Impact.

While the sound quality is great coming out of the headset, the RIG Pro’s microphone is a tad bit disappointing. According to Discord friends, while the mic isn’t terrible, it isn’t close to the quality of other brands like the HyperX Cloud II, for a similar price. If you’re looking for a headset with a crisp, HD mic for streaming or calls, this isn’t it. For nearly $90, the mic doesn’t live up to expectations.

As for using the RIG Pro 600, it’s relatively simple to sync up with PC and Switch. It’s not as easy as just ‘plug in and go’, given that it’s only a wireless headset, but once you’re connected, you’re golden. However, I found I needed to change my sound settings back when not using them, despite the headset being off. I’ve not used too many wireless audio devices with my PC, but this isn’t something I’ve come across before.

Software

For those who love fiddling with settings, Nacon has an app for that. You can download the app specifically for the 600 Pro, which lets you update your headset at the tap of a button, and customize the output, power-off timings, and more. You can also test your mic settings here without annoying friends in a call (guilty as charged).

Let’s talk about the ‘Dual mode’ setting. Allegedly, the Dual setting lets you connect with “USB Gaming and Bluetooth.” I tried it with my Switch and my phone, and then with my PC and phone, but couldn’t seem to get it to work. Whether it lets you accept calls as the only Bluetooth feature, I’m not sure.

To start, I tried using the USB on my Switch and then joined a Discord call on my phone, using the Bluetooth connection. As soon as I joined, all sound from my Switch stopped. Fiddling with settings, ending the Discord call, and even turning off Bluetooth didn’t seem to fix this.

I then tried using my PC and my phone, which also had issues. The Dual mode setting meant the game sounds from my PC were muddy and poor quality, and then no sound came from my phone’s apps. No TikTok, no notifications, nothing. For me, this setting doesn’t work. This is fine; generally, I don’t need sound from two different devices at once, but it’s disappointing that the feature doesn’t do what it promises.

Thankfully, swapping between modes is super easy, so avoiding the debacle of the Dual mode is simple. Click the button and you’re using USB-only mode, click it again and it’s Bluetooth-only.

Should you buy the RIG Pro 600?

Overall, the RIG Pro 600 in Acid Camo is a good headset if it falls in your price range. I recommend it more for those who prioritize good sound quality over a crisp mic, and for anyone who wants a lightweight headset with soft cushions. The bass and noise cancellation keep you focused on your game, music, or shows, though the dual setting leaves a bit to be desired.