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How do gaming headphones differ from regular full-size models? Firstly, most often they have an aggressive appearance, which gamers really like. Secondly, they are not designed for music, but for positioning in games. Third, they have a remote microphone so your teammates can hear you loud and clear. And such headsets also produce excellent low frequencies - this is especially noticeable when listening to shots and explosions. In short, let's take a look at the best HyperX headphones, which are covered by all of the above.

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HyperX Cloud Stinger - Budget Option

Relatively inexpensive headphones. Even many keyboards and, to be honest, mice are sold at a higher price. In this regard, you should not expect elegant performance and clear sound from headphones. This is a standard closed-type computer headset, connected using two 3.5 mm connectors. The microphone used here has a noise reduction function - and thank you for that. By the way, the manufacturer claims that these headphones will support many mobile devices.

Advantages:

Very low price;
Quite good sound insulation - you won’t hear people around;
The microphone is made using condenser and electret technologies;
The microphone can be turned off at any time;
Single-sided cable fastening is used;
The kit includes an extension cord;
The volume can be adjusted.

Flaws:

The harmonic coefficient reaches 2%;
The microphone gain is clearly unnecessary - it should be turned off immediately;
After about an hour, the ears begin to sweat a lot.

HyperX Cloud Core - Sleek and small

These “ears” can be classified as budget class only conditionally. In Russia they ask for from 4 to 5 thousand rubles - only buying in some Chinese online store can be cheaper. The headphones are made of smooth and pleasant-to-touch plastic. The soft headband practically does not press. And the 53mm diaphragms produce a very loud sound. Traditionally for HyperX products, an extension cord is found in the box with the headphones.

Advantages:

One-sided cable fastening, so there are no problems with putting it on;
The wire has gold-plated connectors;
The directional microphone is made of condenser and electret types;
The kit includes a two-meter extension cord;
The microphone is detachable;
Compatibility with Xbox One, PS4 and various smartphones.

Flaws:

The harmonic coefficient is too high - it reaches 2%;
A fairly high resistance of 60 ohms;
For that kind of money, the manufacturer could have included spare ear pads in the kit.

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The best top-end HyperX headphones

HyperX Cloud Revolver S - Maximum Power

These headphones can be considered the flagship of the HyperX brand. The connection to the computer is carried out not only using two audio connectors, but also via a USB port. This alone suggests that the headset turned out to be extremely loud. The sound is processed by software before being sent to the headphones - thus improving sound purity and improving positioning. There is also a noise-canceling microphone, which most often has no complaints.

Advantages:

High sound volume, adjustable;
There is a sensitive microphone, complemented by noise reduction;
The kit includes an extension cable;
The microphone is removable;
Extended frequency range up to 12 - 28000 Hz.

Flaws:

The headphones turned out to be heavy - their weight reaches 376 g;
The harmonic coefficient is 2% - the headphones will not appeal to music lovers.

Huge headphones that should appeal to many gamers. The cups used here are complemented by huge ear pads that completely cover the player’s ears. It becomes impossible to hear what is happening around. The headphones also have a microphone, which can be turned off and even removed at any time. The cable can also be disconnected.

Advantages:

The headphones are compatible with PS4 and smartphones;
The cable can be disconnected;
The kit includes a two-meter extension cord;
You can mute the microphone and even remove it;
One pair of spare ear pads is supplied with the headphones.

Flaws:

The harmonic coefficient is high - it reaches 2%;
The headset weighs 350 g, which can make your head feel tired;
The extension cord turned out to be too thin.

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The second generation of the most popular headphones under the HyperX brand. When designing it, Kingston worked hard to eliminate shortcomings. Now sound processing is entrusted to special software, thanks to which the surround sound mode has been implemented. But because of this, you will have to connect the headset not only to the 3.5 mm jacks, but also to the USB connector. At the same time, the weight was reduced - now it is 320 g, which is quite tolerable. Spare ear pads are still included in the kit - the main ones can quickly become unusable during active use.

Advantages:

The cable has a convenient volume control;
The weight cannot be called prohibitive;
The moving microphone can be muted with the touch of a button;
Very high power;
The kit includes replaceable ear pads;
The cable and microphone are detachable;
The headphones are compatible with game consoles and mobile devices.

Flaws:

It was not possible to reduce the harmonic coefficient;
The kit does not include the usual HyperX extension cord.

Sooner or later, a gamer thinks about purchasing a gaming headset to communicate with teammates and friends in their favorite game. A huge variety of models of headphones with a microphone makes the potential owner get lost in this world of multimedia and rely on advice and numerous reviews, the number of which is breathtaking. And the search turns into real torture, because no one wants to make a mistake and waste their money. I also faced the same problem.

Over time, many world-famous manufacturers are turning their attention to gaming peripherals and multimedia in order to expand their range. One of them was Kingston, a well-known manufacturer of RAM, solid-state and flash drives, and other computer components.

Most recently, we reviewed the HyperX Cloud Drone gaming headset, which is positioned as an inexpensive, solid option for gaming enthusiasts. But what if you want more, a balance between affordability and quality? Such a model exists and its name is HyperX Cloud Stinger.

Review of the HyperX Cloud Revolver gaming headset from Kingston

We will get acquainted with the flagship of HyperX gaming headsets, in the creation of which the manufacturer relied only on its own strengths. In addition to the new design, we note dynamic 50 mm speakers with neodymium magnets, a durable steel frame, comfortable ear pads and a detachable noise-canceling microphone. It looks interesting, but how will Cloud Revolver perform in practice?

HyperX Cloud Stinger Review

Specifications

Packaging and equipment

The HyperX Cloud Stinger comes in a small package with dark red printing and a cover. At the top end of the packaging, the developers highlight all supported platforms, including PC, Xbox One, PS4, Wii U, Mac and mobile OS.

Among other innovations and distinctive features The following advantages are noted:

Branded headband with high quality shape memory;
Metal regulator and slider in the headband design;
Noise canceling microphone with rotary mute.

Everything is fine with information content on the reverse side. The developers provide various specifications, an image of the HyperX Cloud Stinger with markers and captions, and also announce support for modern programs.

Among the advantages we also include free technical support, and a branded two-year warranty.

Under the decorative sheet there is a black box made of thick cardboard, which contains a gaming headset in the form of a soft material. A little lower in a separate box there is a complete set containing everything you need.

In addition to the headphones themselves, the set of accessories includes:

Let's present this set in the form of a list:

Kingston Product Brochure;
User's Guide;
Extension cable 1.3 m long;
Extension cable with the ability to use a microphone, 1.7 m long.

Appearance and ergonomics

The HyperX Cloud Stinger is positioned as the ideal gaming headset for gamers who want a lightweight design with superior sound quality and exceptional usability.

And if certain statements require verification and testing, then we can confirm one thing almost immediately: the new product is distinguished by its insignificant mass and original design, experiments on which continue. The blacked-out appearance with red lettering has become characteristic of HyperX brand products.

The model has a comfortable headband shape, an abundance of soft material for ease of wearing and use, and classic sizes.

And the all-plastic design with minor metal inserts allows this headset not to cross the 300g bar.

Two cups have 90° rotating mechanisms and provide a tight fit to the head, which increases comfort during many hours of use.

Among the features - the developers of HyperX Cloud Stinger could not abandon the glossy edging of the ear pads, which now flows into a certain feature model range headset

Hyper X headphones have received recognition from most gamers and music lovers. The characteristics of the Kingston headset are truly impressive.

HyperX is the name of a whole series of headphones from Kingston, which differ high quality and reasonable price. Main feature headsets, united under this name, is an excellent transmission of stereo sound, which is so important for computer games.

Very often during the game it is necessary to accurately and timely determine the direction of sound. This is where Hyper X headphones help remarkably well, so fans of team shooters are delighted with them. And of course surround sound no less important for music lovers, as it better creates the effect of presence.

Hyper X headphone line

HyperX headsets are widely available in stores. Here are the most popular models:

Cloud Core;
Cloud Revolver;
Cloud Stinger;
Cloud Alpha;
Cloud Flight.

All Hyper X headphones and headsets are united by common characteristic properties:

transmission of virtual surround sound 7.1;
maximum comfort during long games;
remembering the shape using special foam;
speakers with a diameter of at least 50 mm;
excellent noise reduction;
removable high-quality microphone;
compatible with all major PC platforms, game consoles and mobile devices.

Features of modifications of Hyper X headsets

Headphone models of the Hyper X series have their own features that allow the user to make a more accurate choice.

HyperX Cloud Core – 53 mm diameter speakers, excellent and comfortable memory foam finish. Reproduction of the entire range of frequencies perceived by the human ear. Very low distortion.

HyperX Cloud Alpha has dual-chamber speakers, a new word in the production of gaming headsets. Two chambers separate high and mid range low frequencies. This significantly improves sound clarity and virtually eliminates distortion. The sound is crisp and clear.

HyperX Cloud Revolver - creates the effect of studio sound, especially in open spaces. They are distinguished by a high degree of positioning, which is especially important when playing various shooters. With such a headset it is easy to determine the sound source almost instantly.

HyperX Cloud Stinger is a lightweight, comfortable, highly customizable headset weighing only 275 grams. The earcups rotate 90 degrees, so the sound can be adjusted very clearly. The speakers are highly directional and the sound is crisp and clear.

HyperX Cloud Flight – new for 2018, the first wireless headset Hyper X. Capable of working for 30 hours straight without recharging! Data exchange is carried out via a miniature USB transmitter. It has backlighting with a breathing effect in addition to other bells and whistles: directional 50 mm speakers, noise reduction and headset control.

Today, Hyper X headphones are rated by many gamers as the most comfortable and best-priced option for gaming headsets.

Overclocking potential

The most common DDR3 memory frequencies are 1333, 1600 and 1866 MHz. The first is the lot of very cheap models. The HyperX Fury series starts at 1600 and de jure ends at 1866 MHz, but de facto supports overclocking to 2133, and if you’re lucky with a specific instance, even up to 2400 MHz. HyperX's even higher-frequency DDR3 memory series are called Savage and Predator.

Three volumes, four colors

HyperX Fury is able to achieve stable operation without overheating in overclocking mode (manual or automatic XMP) thanks to metal radiators. They are thick-walled, but low, so they do not at all interfere with the installation of a large tower processor cooler. There are HyperX Fury sticks with a capacity of 4 and 8 GB, which are sold both individually and as dual-channel kits with a total capacity of 8 and 16 GB. There are also four radiator colors available to choose from: white, blue, black and red (in domestic retail, most often only the last two are presented).

Delivery:
Delivery of orders less than 20,000 rubles. - 500 rub. within the Moscow Ring Road and up to 15 km from the Moscow Ring Road
Delivery of orders over 20,000 rubles. for free within the Moscow Ring Road and 15 km zone from the Moscow Ring Road
Delivery further than 16 km from the Moscow Ring Road, plus 20 rubles. per kilometer from the Moscow Ring Road (starting from the first kilometer)
Delivery further than 60 km from the Moscow Ring Road, plus 30 rubles. per kilometer from the Moscow Ring Road (starting from the first kilometer)

Rise:
Manual lift - 200 rub./floor (without elevator)
Elevator - 500 rub.

Assembly: 10% of the order value (excluding additional services), but not less than 1,200 rubles.
The cost of assembling the Kitchen is 10% of the order amount (excluding additional services), but not less than 2,000 rubles.
The minimum travel fee for an assembler within the Moscow Ring Road is 1,200 rubles.
Departure of the collector outside the Moscow Ring Road - 20 rubles/km, but not less than 200 rubles.

Important information!

To assemble the furniture, the customer must be cleared of other furniture, building materials and other things and prepare an area for assembly of at least 6 m2! Assembly is carried out in rooms with a ceiling height of at least 2.5 m and in the absence of ceiling beams in places where furniture is installed. When assembling furniture, assemblers do not move packages or move old furniture to other rooms. After completion of assembly, removal of furniture packaging is carried out by the Buyer or for an additional fee by the assembler!

Cost of additional services:

Mounting the product to the wall RUB 150. for one item
Furniture tie, not included in the kit RUR 60/piece.
I drank in laminated chipboard, DVPO under a lamp for 100 rubles. in one hole
I cut holes for the electrical panel in the back wall of the cabinet, 250 rubles.
Cutting the table top 300 RUR/piece.
Installation of a wall panel - 200 rub. for 1 panel
Installation of plinth - 200 rub.
Installation of the base - 200 rubles.
Dismantling of baseboards, sockets, switches is not carried out