Emotiv Insight

5 Channel Wireless EEG Headset

The Emotiv Insight is a 5-channel prosumer EEG system with semi-dry polymer sensors, delivering clean, reliable signals. Its sleek design and 20-hour battery life make it ideal for self-quantification, brain-computer interfaces, and field research.

Engineering the Impossible

5-Channel EEG

Whole-brain sensing

Semi-Dry Polymer Sensors

No need for gel or saline

9-axis motion sensors

Detects head movements

Rechargeable

Up to 20 hours of battery

Wireless connectivity

Connects to PC, Mac & Tablet devices

Minimal set-up time

Only 1-2 minutes

Precise Brainwave Monitoring in a Sleek EEG Device

Harness the Power of Your Mind with Insight: Emotiv’s Revolutionary, Lightweight EEG Headset.

Revolutionary EEG Sensor Technology

Insight boasts Emotiv’s proprietary polymer sensor technology. The hydrophilic material does not need gel to maintain conductivity with the skin*. Instead, the sensors draw moisture from the environment, making Insight our most versatile EEG headset without compromising conductivity.


*Minimal fluid needed

Discover a New Dimension of Connectivity and Empowerment

Let your mind take the lead, and technology follow. Harness your brain activity to navigate a digital world hands-free, regain independence with assistive technology, or delve into mind-controlled applications. Connect your Insight to Emotiv BCI, and turn science fiction into reality.

Engineered for Precision and Versatility

10-20 Sensor Configuration, including Pz

Semi-dry polymer sensors that easily penetrate through hair.

Democratizing Brain Research

Enables limitless research and diverse sample sets.

Connects Seamlessly with Emotiv’s Applications

Efficient, real-time EEG data transmission.

Brain Control

Harnesses your brain activity for endless BCI opportunities.

Removes Interferences and Artifacts

Deliver the cleanest brainwave data possible.

Develop with Emotiv

Interested in developing an app with Emotiv Insight?

Create personalized experiences and activations using real-time brain data with Emotiv’s Software Development Kit.

Specifications

EEG sensors

5 channels

AF3, AF4, T7, T8, Pz

2 references

CMS/DRL references on left mastoid process

New 3 prong gummy sensor

For better hair penetration on Pz

Sensor material

Hydrophilic semi-dry polymer

EEG signals

Sampling rate

128 samples per second per channel

Resolution

16 bits with 1 LSB = 0.1275μV

Frequency response

0.5-43Hz, digital notch filters at 50Hz and 60Hz

Filtering

Built in digital 5th order Sinc filter

Dynamic range (input referred)

8400 μV(pp)

Coupling mode

AC coupled

Connectivity

Wireless

Bluetooth Low Energy – Improved radio connectivity, updated antenna with Bluetooth 5 support.

Motion sensor

IMU part

ICM-20948

Accelerometer

3-axis +/-8g

Gyroscope

3-axis +/-2000 dps (converted to 4 normalised quaternions)

Magnetometer

3-axis +/- 12 gauss

Sampling rate

32 Hz

Resolution

16 bits

Power

Battery

Internal Lithium Polymer battery 480mAh

Battery life

Improve battery life up to 20hrs on a single charge

Available detections*

Mental Commands

Neutral + up to 4 pre-trained items per training profile

Performance Metrics

Excitement, Engagement, Relaxation, Interest, Stress, Focus

Facial Expressions

Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench

Notice

Limited beta support on Ubuntu & Raspberry Pi, subject to OS changes

Facial Expressions

Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench

*Access subject to license. Raw EEG also available

Notice:

Limited beta support on Ubuntu & Raspberry Pi, subject to OS changes.

Specifications

EEG sensors

5 channels

AF3, AF4, T7, T8, Pz

2 references

CMS/DRL references on left mastoid process

New 3 prong gummy sensor

For better hair penetration on Pz

Sensor material

Hydrophilic semi-dry polymer

EEG signals

Sampling rate

128 samples per second per channel

Resolution

16 bits with 1 LSB = 0.1275μV

Frequency response

0.5-43Hz, digital notch filters at 50Hz and 60Hz

Filtering

Built in digital 5th order Sinc filter

Dynamic range (input referred)

8400 μV(pp)

Coupling mode

AC coupled

Connectivity

Wireless

Bluetooth Low Energy – Improved radio connectivity, updated antenna with Bluetooth 5 support.

Motion sensor

IMU part

ICM-20948

Accelerometer

3-axis +/-8g

Gyroscope

3-axis +/-2000 dps (converted to 4 normalised quaternions)

Magnetometer

3-axis +/- 12 gauss

Sampling rate

32 Hz

Resolution

16 bits

Power

Battery

Internal Lithium Polymer battery 480mAh

Battery life

Improve battery life up to 20hrs on a single charge

Available detections*

Mental Commands

Neutral + up to 4 pre-trained items per training profile

Performance Metrics

Excitement, Engagement, Relaxation, Interest, Stress, Focus

Facial Expressions

Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench

Notice

Limited beta support on Ubuntu & Raspberry Pi, subject to OS changes

Facial Expressions

Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench

*Access subject to license. Raw EEG also available

Notice:

Limited beta support on Ubuntu & Raspberry Pi, subject to OS changes.

Specifications

EEG sensors

5 channels

AF3, AF4, T7, T8, Pz

2 references

CMS/DRL references on left mastoid process

New 3 prong gummy sensor

For better hair penetration on Pz

Sensor material

Hydrophilic semi-dry polymer

EEG signals

Sampling rate

128 samples per second per channel

Resolution

16 bits with 1 LSB = 0.1275μV

Frequency response

0.5-43Hz, digital notch filters at 50Hz and 60Hz

Filtering

Built in digital 5th order Sinc filter

Dynamic range (input referred)

8400 μV(pp)

Coupling mode

AC coupled

Connectivity

Wireless

Bluetooth Low Energy – Improved radio connectivity, updated antenna with Bluetooth 5 support.

Motion sensor

IMU part

ICM-20948

Accelerometer

3-axis +/-8g

Gyroscope

3-axis +/-2000 dps (converted to 4 normalised quaternions)

Magnetometer

3-axis +/- 12 gauss

Sampling rate

32 Hz

Resolution

16 bits

Power

Battery

Internal Lithium Polymer battery 480mAh

Battery life

Improve battery life up to 20hrs on a single charge

Available detections*

Mental Commands

Neutral + up to 4 pre-trained items per training profile

Performance Metrics

Excitement, Engagement, Relaxation, Interest, Stress, Focus

Facial Expressions

Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench

Notice

Limited beta support on Ubuntu & Raspberry Pi, subject to OS changes

Facial Expressions

Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench

*Access subject to license. Raw EEG also available

Notice:

Limited beta support on Ubuntu & Raspberry Pi, subject to OS changes.

Specifications

EEG sensors

5 channels

AF3, AF4, T7, T8, Pz

2 references

CMS/DRL references on left mastoid process

New 3 prong gummy sensor

For better hair penetration on Pz

Sensor material

Hydrophilic semi-dry polymer

EEG signals

Sampling rate

128 samples per second per channel

Resolution

16 bits with 1 LSB = 0.1275μV

Frequency response

0.5-43Hz, digital notch filters at 50Hz and 60Hz

Filtering

Built in digital 5th order Sinc filter

Dynamic range (input referred)

8400 μV(pp)

Coupling mode

AC coupled

Connectivity

Wireless

Bluetooth Low Energy – Improved radio connectivity, updated antenna with Bluetooth 5 support.

Motion sensor

IMU part

ICM-20948

Accelerometer

3-axis +/-8g

Gyroscope

3-axis +/-2000 dps (converted to 4 normalised quaternions)

Magnetometer

3-axis +/- 12 gauss

Sampling rate

32 Hz

Resolution

16 bits

Power

Battery

Internal Lithium Polymer battery 480mAh

Battery life

Improve battery life up to 20hrs on a single charge

Available detections*

Mental Commands

Neutral + up to 4 pre-trained items per training profile

Performance Metrics

Excitement, Engagement, Relaxation, Interest, Stress, Focus

Facial Expressions

Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench

Notice

Limited beta support on Ubuntu & Raspberry Pi, subject to OS changes

Facial Expressions

Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench

*Access subject to license. Raw EEG also available

Notice:

Limited beta support on Ubuntu & Raspberry Pi, subject to OS changes.

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Manuals

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