Features:

  • USB Audio Sound Card with 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound
  • 53mm Drivers Neodymium Magnets. Sound coupling to the ear is circumaural
  • Noise Cancelling Microphone via Inline Sound Card. 15-25kKhz Frequency Response
  • Echo Cancelling via Inline Sound Card.Ambient noise attenuation:approx. 20 dBa
  • Memory foam ear pads with extra set of Velour ear pads and Detachable Microphone
  • TeamSpeak Certified - Voice Chat Optimized.Ambient noise attenuation:approx. 20 dBa
  • Compatibility - USB 7.1 Connectivity for PC & Mac. Stereo compatible with PS4, Xbox One (Xbox One Stereo Adapter Required, not included)
Great sounding headset for all uses

I've had a few headsets that I primarily need when I work from home to do conference calls or meetings. So I need a good quality microphone that I can easily mute, and reasonable sound quality. Comfort is also a big deal because I might have 2-3 meetings in a row and wear these for hours, so something that is heavy, pushes on head or the ears, etc, cord is too short/heavy etc, would make them a pain to wear. I also tend to wear the same headphones when I'm watching movies, youtube etc, sometimes music, although I generally am not expecting my conferencing headphones to have great sound quality for listening to music. I am not an audiophile by any means; but I am fairly picky about the reproduction quality of headphones. I have cheap earbuds I know won't sound great but are convenient etc, but if I'm at my desk listening to music I'll generally use my high quality headphones. I don't have a headset at work and I sometimes need to take meetings from my desk, so I decided this was a good opportunity to update my headset at the house. The one at the house works well, not super sound quality, but it generally works just fine. I researched a ton to find a headset that has good quality, doesn't look like it came out of an Alien movie, and isn't super expensive. When I found the Hyper X Cloud II's for $70, which they normally run around $100, it was a little more than I wanted to spend but I figured I'd give it a shot. They are terrific. The sound quality is AMAZING. A bit bassier than I prefer for pure music listening but easily EQ'ed to make them more neutral. They are light, comfortable, and I can wear them for hours with no problems. The cord with the USB DAC is plenty long enough and everything just works on them. If I need to take a phone call I unplug the headphones from the USB DAC and plug them into the phone (well, the USB C to 3.5mm, but..), otherwise they stay plugged into USB DAC that comes with the headphones. I generally keep the mic unplugged when I'm not using it as I tend to just put the headphones under my monitor and it doesn't quite fit with the mic attached. And when I'm not using the mic it's kind of annoying to look at in my field of vision, but it's easily detached. I do actually miss the swiveling mic of my old headset, which I just rotated up out of the way when I didn't need it. I knew this one had a removable adjustable mic, so no complaints here, but I worry a bit about flexing the mic around a lot and/or removing it a lot. I wish the mic had the ability to rotate out of the way while retaining its ability to be removed and swiveling. I imagine that it might be a wear/failure point, but it would make the headset that much more convenient. I love how this headset is low profile, no flashy things, only light is on the USB DAC and if that bothered me I could pretty easily cover it up but it's pretty low key so no big deal. I also love that they come with two sets of ear cups, the pleather ones are very nicely isolating from your surroundings. Everything around me is well muted, which is what I prefer. They do get a little warm but so far that's not an issue, as it's winter and the house is cool, maybe in the summer when the house is warmer I might care more. I have not tried the alternate pads but they would likely be cooler plus much more open to the environment and let more outside sound in if that is your preference. They are pretty easily swapped out. The only minor complaint I have is that I tend to mute myself from the headphones a lot while I'm on calls and need to unmute/re-mute easily. The USB DAC comes with a mute switch, but it would have been preferable for it to be a button on the headset rather than a rather small switch. None the less it does work so I can't complain too much. Other minor problem that I do not have, but others might, is I have a pretty small head and these just fit me pulled out as much as they'll go. If my head were bigger I imagine they would not fit me well. Another very minor thing with fit; my ears are kind of big and they touch inside the headphones. It doesn't hurt or really bother me but after a few hours my ears feel weird. Not a big deal, but if you have really big ears these do fit pretty closely so might bother you a bit. I've seen some people say the headphones can come off of the metal band. I've seen some people say they're hard to get back in but there are small screws on the back side which if you loosen and put them back in and tighten them down fixes this. I have not seen this issue, but figured I'd mention it as it's easily fixed if it happens. Not sure what makes this happen, loose screws, rough handling? Not sure. I fiddled with mine lightly in my hands and there was no notion of them coming out. So TLDR; terrific headset for every use. Computer, phone, music, movies, conference calls. This headset really does it all and it does it in comfort and sounds great doing it. Easily 5 stars,

Best Gaming Headset You Will Find At This Price Or Even ones costing mcu h more!

I have owned many headsets from Logitech, Plantronics and my last 2 were some higher priced Racer Carachias and Kraken Pro and these put all of them to shame. First is the build quality, all top notch materials and construction which will seem to last for a very long time. Second is the comfort, these include 2 different ear cups but I use the default memory foam cups and they are the most comfortable headset I ever tried. Also included is a gorgeous box and carrying pouch. They dont squeeze your head at all and feel like a dream even after hours and hours. The Mic is detachable and is outstanding quality in both construction and sound. Last but not least is the sound quality! these bad boys use a larger than most 54mm drivers that are also unique in that they use the frequency range of 15hz - 20khz that deliver amazing sound. All the cords are long, tough and braided. Now this does come with the standard analog jack but it includes a usb control for volume and mic and is also a soundcard which allows you to activate a virtual 7.1 surround. The surround was not the best BUT if you use the Razer Synapse Virtual 7.1 surround software it becomes unreal! If I activate the razer surround and then the 7.1 button on the headphone cord I can literally pinpoint any enemy in CS:GO, it's outstanding! Every PC magazine and related websites all rate this headset as one of THE BEST you can get, even beating out headsets costing 3x more and I can see (I mean hear) why. Just go read some reviews on these badboys and see how so many praise these. These are worth way more then the crazy low price they sell these out but don't take my word. just do the research.

Fit and quality They are extremely comfortable: they fit snugly

HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset for PC & PS4 - Red (KHX-HSCP-RD) I’ve had these about a week, and have used them for about 16 hours for gaming and a couple hours of music listening. If something significant worth noting comes up later I will add to this review. Background I am an audiophile, I am old, and so my hearing is not what it used to be. However, I have always had a very high-end stereo system and generally the highest quality headphones. I am also A PC gamer. Fit and quality They are extremely comfortable: they fit snugly, but are not tight. If you wear glasses, you will barely notice the temple pieces, if at all. The leather pads are soft and conform around your ears well including isolating you from any ambient sounds in your home. There is also an extra set of foam pads to replace the leather pads. You can install these if you want something even softer. I have a slightly larger head. I wear a 7-1/4 hat size, and with a baseball cap I am usually in the last one or two adjustment holes. The phones will not fall off when you tip your head back or forward. Generally, they (feel) very light on your head, and after three or four hours of gaming, your ears are not all sweaty and hot. They breathe well, so moisture doesn’t collect. I live in Hawaii, so I am a good test case for that. The material used is high quality stuff. Anodized steel, leather pads for ears and headband, and a hard plastic shell form the ear cups. Attachment points are solid to the ear cups. The only thing I might ding the design for is the wiring to the ear cups. While it is solidly fastened, it is possible to accidently hook one of the wires and perhaps damage the connection. Of course this would be a remote circumstance. My wife likes them as well, because the oval shape of the cups allows room for her earrings. For you dudes that have large ears or wear earrings, especially those big suckers, you may be out of luck. Sound They sound great, and with the isolation you can hear everything the soundtrack has to offer. There is a simple instruction you should follow for set up for a PC. Go into control panel into your sound app and set up for 7.1 that is included in the box. As far as “Virtual Sound” I can’t tell the difference between that and what stereo offers. During gaming I can hear things to the left, right, and center. For music, stereo placement is good and music with a good mix will place instruments where they might be on stage. Classical music: of course violins are on the left and brass on the right. Miscellaneous This company offers a 2 year warranty, and this by itself show that the company is pretty confident about the quality. If there were a lot of problems with this product they’d lose money on a two year warranty. Packaging is top notch, beautiful, well designed and is another clue that you are getting something pretty good. The box is built like Fort Knox and all the doo-dads are packed firmly away in foam. You get a ditty bag for traveling, and adaptors for PC, Mac, and gaming consoles, including controllers. The wire is cloth covered and avoids tangling. I used ear-buds previously and those things always got tangled and fell out of my ears, or loosened. The cord is plenty long enough and the volume control for the mic and headphones is handy. The in-line control also has a Mic-mute switch, too. All things considered, this is a 5 star piece of equipment in all respects. I did NOT get any perks or incentives to write this review.

Very good quality build. Sound great. Versatile!

Nice quality! Feel and sound great! I own a few sets of headphones mainly for gaming and I'm really enjoying these so far. I have been able to use them with my PS4 and PC and really like the compatibility and sound quality I get from these. They are very solid for music as well. I have a set of Lucid Sound LS30s that are pretty awesome too but have had software issues where they freeze up sometimes. Got these as backups but now they have become my primary PC headsets. I cannot overstate how comfortable they are. The faux leather earmuffs feel silky smooth and they come with an extra set of cloth ones if you prefer. I haven't tried those yet. I've heard about the issues with the wiring connections a few people have had so I will update if I experience any of that. I've had them for a couple weeks now and so far so good. I got them for a great price but would have paid more for them anyway after having tried them out.

TL;DR version: Great product, spectacular customer service makes the price an absolute value.

This review has broken my long standing "I never write reviews" stance. I purchased this headset in June of 2016. The performance has been great, sound, microphone, my personal favorite is the stitched covering..a nice touch. Nevertheless, this review is about the customer service I received when the USB connector broke. First, I tried the online customer service option. The representative (who's name I did not get) was quick to confirm that this product has a 2 year warranty and my issue was in fact covered. Sweet! I typically get screwed over in these situations, so I was not expecting that. They had to transfer my online chat to tech support to create a case for me, OK no problem...But, that wasn't a positive experience as I kept getting kicked lower in the queue. So, I decided to just call customer service...on Friday...after 5..the week before Thanksgiving. (They are only Monday-Friday until 6pm) I get Eric and I tell him the whole story. First thing this guy says? "Don't worry, we'll take care of you." Eric asks for some personal info and says that I'll receive another email in the next couple of business days. I had a couple of questions and he was really cool about answering them. The following Monday I have a couple of thoroughly explained e-mails from Stephanie. One is a pre-paid return label and the replacement was being sent out separately. I returned the damaged part on Wednesday, my replacement arrived on Black Friday. The ABSOLUTE best customer service I have received for any product! So, if the price tag is an issue for you, consider the warranty and the great replacement process.

Noise Cancelling

So, not so funny story: Someone in the apartment unit above us got STABBED. According to the cop who interviewed us, the attacker rang the upstairs doorbell, and when the guy answered the attacker forced his way in and stabbed the guy. You want to know what scary part is? I didn't hear a thing, thanks to my amazing HyperX Cloud 2 headphones. I got them on Amazon for $99.99 (free shipping). These things work as advertised! Probably the best noise cancelling headphones I've ever owned. 10/10 would buy again.

Three and half years later , still great

I bought these on June 14, 2015, I use them on average 15 to 20 hours a week, for PC gaming, Watching video, music and as a phone headset. They have held up wonderfully. The sound is great, granted I am not an audiophile, but sounds fine to me. I can hear everything fine, the mic works nicely and is easily detachable when not needed. The Headphones look almost new, The ear cups have gotten softer and feel great on my ears. I have worn them for as long as four hours with no discomfort. The real only visible wear is to the cord. First to note the cord appears to be good quality. Very thick and sturdy feel to it and covered with a cloth mesh sheath. The cloth shows some slight fraying in places where it has chapped on the desk, etc. But still holding up great. Everything is intact and works as it did day one. I really like these headphones. The cord when hooked up to the USB cord is almost 10 feet long. I guess there is always a chance of getting a lemon, but based on my experiences, unless you have a experts ear, I can't see any reason one would be disappointed with this headset.

Best gaming headsets

This headphones are the best I ever had, very comfortable, quality is excellent, very good and loud sound quality, high volume for headphones and microphone. I really love them and please, don't pay attention to some customers writing bad reviews, they just complain and complain when they don't like products, in this particular product, quality is the best, at least for me, if they are defective, that doesn't mean headphones are bad. I really recommend customers to go to YouTube and see videos about this product unboxing it, those YouTube users tell you everything, as such experience, quality, durability, customer service, how to use. If you don't like these headsets or if they are defective, just return them and don't make these product look bad, because they are not at all. If the adapter 7.1 doesn't work, go to your Windows 7, 8.1 or 10's Control Panel, Sound Properties and set them as a Default, before complaining, make sure you do all the tests possible, most products are just WATER PROOF, not IDIOTS PROOF, without offending.

HyperX just earned a new life customer

I bought these as a replacement for my old Logitech G430s. They were getting old and they were hurting my head to wear for longer than 2 hours at a time. These Cloud IIs have been amazing so far. They are super comfortable and the sound quality is great for what I use it for (gaming, discord chat with friends). Pros: - Comfortable foam sits well on my head - Can wear for extended periods without headache - Sound is clear and perfect for hearing 360 degrees - Mic is very well made and crystal clear (from what my friends tell me) and it WILL NOT pick up stray sounds in the room. If I try to talk through it from further than foot or 2 away, it will not pick up. - Maybe a con, but I cannot hear much else with these on. They immerse me fully in whatever I'm doing, sometimes to the frustration of my SO. Cons: - Cable sometimes gets in my way when I'm trying to move my desk chair around - Nothing else really that I've had happen so far. I will be buying another set of these if/when these ever give out on me. Best headset I've ever had.

My first headset and I'm blown away...

In the box: One headset with leatherette covered memory foam ear pads attached on a 1 meter braided cord with 3.5mm plug, two additional velour covered memory foam ear pads, one 3.5mm airplane adapter, one detachable 3.5mm mic, one 2 meter braided cord with inline sound card/volume control and USB plug, one 2 pocket mesh cinch bag. The headset pleasingly comfortable yet fits snugly over my ears. I have a large head and a lot of hair, but it extends easily and securely (with room to spare). There is soft padding on the inside of the headband which is quite comfortable and I'd assume people with little or no hair would find this nice. The padding on the cups is removable, and the box came with 2 sets; velour covered and leatherette covered. Both sets feature the memory foam inside the pads and are undeniably comfortable. While the leatherette is more luxurious, I find the velour set is physically cooler for long term usage. Removal and replacement are easy and the pads slot securely into place. I'm sure they will accommodate the largest of ears. The braided cord is thick and attractive (even the leads from the band to the cups are braided). It comes in two pieces; the meter-long first piece, connected to the headset, terminates in a 3.5mm plug and the 2 meter long extension that has the inline sound card on one end and a single USB plug on the other. Altogether this makes for a very long cord, but it's easily swept aside or around your back while in use. The inline sound card has 3 functions: headset volume, mic volume, and virtual 7.1 surround on/off. The headset can be used without the 2 meter usb extension as a regular set of headphones, with a smartphone or on planes, for example. My Samsung S7 had no problem driving the headset to even uncomfortable volumes. The cups don't completely isolate the outside world, but when in actual use, your audio is all you hear. The detachable mic is nifty. It plugs in securely on the left side with a 3.5mm jack and features an infinitely bendable but stable stalk to position it exactly where you want it. The foam pad on the head of the mic is removable, I guess for replacement or simply for those so inclined to do so. When the mic is detached, the headset is great for music without the boom in the way. Sound quality in and out is great. As someone who appreciates a good, clear low end, this headset can go low and make you feel it, without sacrificing clarity and volume in the highs. Conversely, there doesn't seem to be any processing attenuating the bass when the mids and highs are screaming. If you want "powerful" this will deliver. It sometimes seems heavy in the midbass with movies, but not distractingly so. Music sounds wonderful, with the a huge dynamic range covered by the drivers. The virtual 7.1 processing is a fun and cool feature, but is by no means a replacement for a real 5.1 or 7.1 experience. Being able to switch it off is helpful when games offer their own Dolby processing, though. Having the choice is the best part of the inline sound card. Sound quality on the mic seems great. I have a deep voice but have no issues with others hearing me clearly. Keep in mind that the inline sound card seems to disable the Windows mic volume control, but that's okay when you have a single connection and the volume control right on the cord. When using the USB connection there was no software to install. Windows recognized the headset immediately. It was ready to use out of the box. This is my first gaming headset, so my experience in the field in limited, but I cannot stress how attractive, versatile, and pleasing to use the HyperX Cloud II is. I didn't even realize the cinch bag was included until I took the hefty box completely apart and found it folder neatly in what looked like a a simple spacer. I'm impressed with every aspect of this device and I'm happy with my choice.

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