Plantronics GameCom 780 Gaming Headset Review

Plantronics GameCom 780 Gaming Headphones

Any serious gamer knows that a good headset is essential to the ultimate gaming experience. Plantronics has made a name for themselves in the PC gaming headset market over the years. Their last offering, the GameCom 777 was an awesome USB surround headset that combined comfort and performance. Their latest offering, the GameCom 780, ups the ante in terms of both looks and performance. This headset has an MSRP of $79.99, but you can find it online for $57.24 shipped.

The Plantronics GameCom 780 USB headset with Dolby technologies transforms standard audio into a stunning 7.1 surround sound experience. The noise-canceling mic kills background noise so your commands are loud and clear. When you need to take a break, built-in spin joints let the earpods lay flat for easy storage. Need to adjust volume? No problem. The controls are right on the earpods so youll always have eyes on. The GameCom 780 is built to last with superhero-strength cords and joints; ultra-comfortable ear cushions and headband let you stay in the game for as long as it takes. – Plantronics

Plantronics GameCom 780 Features:

• Dolby Headphone and Pro Logic IIx technologies transform standard audio into a stunning 7.1 surround sound experience
• 40mm speakers pound out deep bass and immersive stereo sound
• Built-in spin-joints let the earpods lay flat for easy storage when you need to take a break
• Noise-canceling mic kills background noise so your team or opponents can clearly hear your commands
• Easy-to-reach on-ear volume and mute buttons let you adjust the sound and still keep a hand on the controls
• Superhero-strength cords and joints mean this USB headset will be around for all your battles
• Ultra-comfortable ear cushions and headband make the GameCom 780 perfect for gaming and great for watching videos, listening to music, and making PC voice calls

Plantronics GameCom 780 Specifications:

• One Year Warranty
• Dolby Surround Sound (software included)
• Swiveling speaker design
  o USB connection
• Noise-canceling mic
  o 40mm speakers
• On-ear volume/mute controls
• Speaker frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
• Microphone frequency response: 100Hz 8kHz
• Cable length: 6.5 feet (2 meters)
• Weight: 2.05 pounds
• Compatibility: Windows XP, Vista and 7. (headset is compatible with Mac but the Dolby software is not)
• Part numbers: 86051-01 GameCom 780 headset, 87525-01 Spare ear cushions