SYDNEY, Australia – 13 April 2012 – Plantronics®(NYSE:PLT) today announced the newest additions to its GameCom® portfolio with the release of the GameCom 780, GameCom 380 and GameCom 307 PC headsets. The new models deliver the ultimate PC gaming experience with clear audio, along with a high quality design allowing users to game comfortably for hours.
GameCom® 780 Surround Sound Stereo USB Gaming Headset
The GameCom 780 USB headset has been designed to create the most realistic and lifelike gaming experience possible. Replacing the ever popular Gamecom 777, It also features 7.1 surround sound enabled by Dolby® Headphone and Dolby® ProLogic® IIx technologies, 40mm speakers and a deconstructed design. The GameCom 780 enables gamers to bring their best game forward with the addition of noise-cancelling microphones that annihilates background noise, meaning that commands are heard loud and clear. For added convenience, the headset design includes built-in joints to let the ear pods lay flat for easy storage, or should a gamer wish to take a break. Additionally, volume controls are conveniently located on the ear pods themselves meaning that users can have their eyes on the game at all times. The GameCom 780 is built to last with superhero-strength cords and joints, plus ultra-comfortable ear cushions and headband to allow players to stay in the game for lengthy periods of time.
GameCom® 380 and 307 Stereo Gaming Headsets
Plantronics’ GameCom 380 has been designed to be the more affordable option for those who do not require the 7.1 surround sound experience. This headset is for gamers who already have a high-quality sound card. The GameCom 380 features a slim ID and similar to the Gamecom 780, features ear pods that folds flat, as well as easy-to-reach on-ear volume and mute controls. Equipped with a pair of ultra-comfortable ear cushions, the headset is perfect for gaming, watching videos, listening to music and making PC voice calls.
The GameCom 307 lets gamers feel the bass with 40mm speakers which deliver studio-quality audio. Plus, the outstanding voice quality, precise microphone placement and noise cancellation ensure that your teammates or enemies hear you clearly.
“Plantronics GameCom headsets have always been modelled on the Military Headsets that we design. We understand that gamers crave high-quality audio and clear voice communication. The new Gamecom headsets cater to this need as well as provide ultimate comfort, ease of use, reliability and style, which are also important features for PC gamers” said Peter Petrides, National Sales Manager of Plantronics Australia. “Plantronics is excited to be expanding its line of successful PC gaming headsets and catering to the serious gamers out there.”
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
The GameCom 780 is available now for AU$129.99. The GameCom 380 headset retails for AU$89.99. The GameCom 307, which features an on-the-ear wearing style retails for AU$49.99. For a full list of retailers please visit www.plantronics.com/au.