HyperX Cloud Mix - Wired Gaming Headset + Bluetooth - Black & QuadCast S – RGB USB Condenser Microphone

I bought these headphones because of the buzz around the takstar pro 80. If you don't know, this headphone is a rebranded trakstar pro 80 with a removable mic added in. I haven't used the mic and won't comment on it.Sound Signature:Overall, they sound amazing to my ears. These cans are close to balanced for most of the frequency range. To my ears there is a bump in the mid bass range, but otherwise I haven't noticed any spikes or gaps. The bass extends very low and remains composed. The mid range is clear and articulate. The highs are fatigue free, and almost airy, though not quite.I can compare to the headsets I own:1. akg k430 - the k430s have a more forward mid range, but the bass is recessed and doesn't extend as low. And for the highs, both have a similar non-fatiguing profile, but these cans have greater clarity.2. Philips ships 9500 - the ships have a similar mid bass bump, but the bass rolls off quickly after that. Ships have slightly recessed and muddy mids compared to these cans. Ships have brighter and more fatiguing highs.3. AKG K240 Studio - These cans are free of the mid bass bump (a good thing to my ears), but the bass is overall very recessed and doesn't extend nearly as low, though it is very well controller. Mids in the K240 are best in class, but they are pretty forward. The mids in these cans don't seem any less detailed, but they are definitely recessed compared to the K240. The k240 mids are a bit more lively, while these cans sound a bit more sterile in that region. Coming to the highs, the K240s are a bit mixed, they are clear and airy, but they can be fatiguing. The fatigue comes from a spike in the mid treble region which can be noticeable depending on the song. These cans are free from any annoying spikes in the treble, but while detailed, the mids don't achieve the airy presence of the k240s. However, this might just be the reality of having closed vs semi open cans.Sound Isolation:Fantastic - I'm sure there are cans with better isolation, I'm not saying these are the best in the world, but I can't hear my mechanical keyboard, and my GF has to get on discord so I can hear her even though she sits 2 feet from me.Comfort:The pads and head band are great, they are soft and don't create any pressure points. There is a little bit of weight to these, but it isn't something that I notice unless I'm thinking about it. However, the clamping pressure of these cans are a bit much when new. I'm fairly average in terms of head size (I think...) so larger heads might have issue with them. The pressure isn't so much that I can't stand them, and clamping pressure will surely decrease over time, so I'm not worried about it. My ears fit inside the pads, but there isn't much extra room. Anyone with oversized ears might have issues.Build Quality:This is probably the area that most impressed me, which is saying a lot considering how they sound. These cans feel quality, where there is plastic, it is some of the nicest softest plastic I have ever felt. But much of what you will touch on these cans is either metal or fake leather. The hole where the mic plugs in comes with a cover, which is a nice touch. Only issue with the build quality is that the cable is attached and not easily replaced.I got these on sale for $50, and I can't believe they can be had for that price. My GF has the sennheizer game one, and we spent $150 for that headset, and they are good, but I think they are more side grade than upgrade.

First off, these are a great pair of headsets. Audio quality is superb, Mic is great, but sadly I don't think it is suitable in a hot and humid environment like where I live in the South Pacific.After a year or so, the ear muffs and the top of the headset that is layered with the leather like material started to peel off. The rubber like parts of the headset seemed to have melted? a little. It is now sticky and doesn't feel good when I hold it and place it over my head. The dead cat (I think that is what it's called) for the mic started to break apart as well.Maybe I could've kept it properly, but either way, if you live in a hot and humid climate beware of this happening to similar items. (A power bank of mine also seemed to have started melting (outer layer), now it is all sticky).All in all it's a good headset. I just don't live in a place that is suited for it.P.S. I don't have air-conditioning, and it gets as hot as 31-33 degrees Celsius.

The first rule of gaming headsets is that 99% of them are overpriced garbage and you are *almost* always better off buying a pair of conventional headphones and a separate mic. The HyperX Cloud line, however, is the 1% that actually offers a compelling combination of sound quality, build quality, and reasonable price.I purchased a pair of Cloud Revolutions for myself and loved them. They work great on both XBox One and PC. The only problem is they are a little too bulky and flashy to be used for listening to music on-the-go. So when it came time to purchase a graduation gift for a friend, who is also a gamer, I went with the Cloud Core, and he has nothing but good things to say about them.As with the entire Cloud line, this headset is supremely comfortable, and is great for extended gaming sessions. The sound quality of this headset is superior to basically every other headset even remotely in its price range. The metal design makes most of its competition feel like poorly built garbage. The simple 3.5mm jack works with both consoles and PC.As a bonus, the fairly compact design, combined with the reasonable styling (not completely over the top like a lot of gaming headsets) means you can easily detach the mic and use this headset for listening to music.If you a looking to buy a Cloud headset, here is a simple guide to finding the right one:Budget option: Cloud Stinger. Don't know enough to give a recomendationPC: Cloud & Cloud II. The original Cloud headset's cord includes separate 3.5mm jacks for the mic and headphones, meaning you need an adaptor (which is apparently somewhat finicky) for console use. The Cloud II is similar to the Cloud with some slight improvements (including making the cord a single 3.5mm jack), and includes a 7.1 sound card. This card (which is incompatible with consoles) is somewhat of a gimmick, and if you want surround sound, you are better off putting a dedicated soundcard in your PC.Consoles: Cloud Core and Cloud Pro (Also sold as CloudX Pro). The Cloud Core is virtually identical to the original Cloud, but the cord ends in a single 3.5mm jack for easier use on consoles, and it drops some of the extra frills such as the extra set of earcups. The Cloud Pro, also sold as the CloudX Pro, is similar to the Core, but comes with inline audio controls, replaceable earcups, and a carrying case.Premium line: Cloud Revolution & Cloud Revolution S. The Revolution is the flagship of the Cloud lineup, and offers great sound and an improved mic. The design of the headband lets it automatically adjust to your head, but also makes it bulkier and less practical for mobile use. The Revolution has a single 3.5mm jack for both console and PC, while the Revolution S includes a 7.1 surround sound card. Thus, definitely go with the Revolution for consoles, and probably for PC as well, as I don't think the 7.1 card is worth the $30 premium.