Found your channel out today by chance, really enjoyable reviews, suprised you dont have more subs! (you'll get there bud) I currently have the regular cloud alpha's (without the 7.1 dongle). They're pretty good but have been thinking more and more about switching these with either the SHP9500's or the X2's plus a proper microphone. Would you say its a switch worth considering? :) cheers!
Just got these, should I keep em or go for the 9500s. I like to be able to hear my wife I just don’t want my game to be to super loud to others. Love your channel!
Although the earcups of the headphones are made of fabric, the edge that attaches to the base is made of faux leather, so when the head is moved (even a little), not to mention eating, etc., while wearing the headphones, they make noises, creaking , crunching, quite tedious. There is definitely someone who will not notice it, but personally it bothers me a lot. But the main problem is setting up the headset. It's not as easy as with the Hyperx Cloud II (my previous headphones) - the sound at the beginning of the Alpha S is quiet and flat. Then you need to install an additional program Hyperx NGENUITY, where you can at least adjust the volume, but it may not be enough. I've tried various additional equlaizers, but they work (or don't work) differently each time. In any case, using and customizing these headphones makes me regret the decision to buy them. It would be better to have bought the same but new Cloud II ... Don't believe me - search reddit ... there are all these problems for very many users ...
I’ll be getting rid of my revolver S for these. The revolvers are nice but they are heavy, the band springs wear out over time, the cord isn’t removable and becomes deformed at the base after awhile, and the headphone pads fall apart after like a year or so of use.
Thanks for the review! You got a new subscriber. I got them for $79 which is not bad at all! Got the Cloud II's, but returning them for this newer model.
Honest review after 3 days usage: I have been trying to get Alpha s for more than 2 yrs. Since the price was too high in my country I bought Sony xb-55ap earphone last year, hoping to buy alpha s this year 2021. I have used Sony earphones for more than 6months and alpha s for just 3 days now. I haven't changed the equalizer settings. Points- 1) hyperx had slightly more volume 2)Sony had better and more bass 3) Sony is worth the price -sony = 30$ -alpha s = 150$ 4) Both are built to last long 5) While playing Apex both were same (7.1 is nothing other than boosting the volume) I thought headphones gives really different gaming experience. That's why I bought even though it costed me 150$. But this Is a big disappointment coz 30$ earphone was on par with it Ask me if u HV any doubts *If anything different is observed I will update this*
yes it feel solid..it great for competitive shooting gaming from my opinion... for music use i dont think i like it, since it plug and play this headphone did not come with EQ setting/setup..what i can said it lack of bass.. the sound is very loud, i need to lower it until 50% .. for all round use i prefer hyperX revolver S but for competitive shooting game this headphone is great!! the sound detail so nice~ yeah i agree with you i prefer turn off that 7.1 system...
I dont know why people tests the durability with slow pulling motions when the dmg is mostly caused by chock dmg, not pulling open.... Shock dmg is the worst and most destructive dmg that can be done and will snap and break plastic and or metal more so than bending or w/e.
Hey im just wondering if its possible to plug the 3.5mm jack directly into my pc's motherboard or do i need a splitter cable to split the 3.5mm cable into a mic cable and a audio cable?
I bought these and then returned them the next day. Quality of these headsets (coming from the opinion of an sound engineer) are probably some of the worst I have ever owned. Music and videos are barely acceptable but the second I started up any game the quality took a massive dive.
Agree. I decided to buy these after watching positive reviews. This has got to be one of the worst headsets I have ever owned. The sound quality is absolutely terrible. It's bad for videos and music too, and even worse for gaming.
Agree 7.1 is pretty bad on them, and even without it they don't sound as crisp as other headsets I have had in the past. I wouldn't buy them again. The build quality is nice, but I wouldn't give them more than a 6/10.
Right ear cup doesn't fit my ear but left does. I tried wearing at any angle but it still persists. Sound quality is excellent but this little issue drives me nuts while wearing.
Please help to decide: Steelseries Arctis Pro (wired) Or Kingston HyperX Cloud Alpha S I'll be using them for gaming but also for listening music. Also theres a lot of speculation of (both models) mic quality it doesn't bother me, what i need is max connectivity - able to connect to my smartphone, laptop and gaming pc. So max performance should be not only on USB but also on standard 3.5 mm jack. Where could i experience decent bass, lows mids and highs?
@@PabsLives Initially was obsesed with Steelseries Arctis Pro - minimalastic design and "for audiophiles" perk - "that reproduce Hi-Res audio out to 40,000 Hz, nearly double what most standard headsets are capable of (22,000 Hz).". Diggin' deeper found out these have serious design - durability flaws which are real issue if you are that planet-friendly person who like to use fav product really long time - 4 - 7 year. Also these are not friendly for the big heads :) Second selection was Hyperx Cloud Alpha S. Initially thought it was a serious upgrade (from Cloud Alpha) in all aspects from sound and mic to connectivity and convenience (cause it was released after several years after Cloud Alpha). But i was wrong - the sound or design did not improve at all, furthermore they added cheap gimmick - 7.1 surround (but im not 16yo anymore and find it more like useless) but ALSO made some serious functionality FLAWS (in 3.5 mm mode you cannot control volume directly on the line like you can do it on much cheaper Cloud Alphas). So finally i ordered HyperX Cloud Alphas (not S). Happy with it! These can sit on the head for 6-7 hour and feel no discomfort, sound is crisp and clear. Dual chambers is not a marketing trick - bass is epic (compared to all the headphones i had before). They are really damn sturdy, also perfect for gaming (at the moment i play Valorant). I believe they are decent for streamers and music listeners also.
@@naden5847 i ended up buying the alpha s They were way too much more comfy then cloud 2 and the sound quality is too good way too good ( better than cloud 2 ) the 7.1 was also good I would recommend u cloud alpha s over cloud 2
@@isobozo How you liking them so far? Shit 25 bucks is a major steal. I’ve had the cloud 2’s for like 4 years already so I figured I’d grab these I know there like 100 bucks usually so when I seen them for 69.99 last night I was like I might as well grab them. I plan on getting the hyper x quadcast s mic in a few weeks to
Pass on all HYPERX Cloud 2 3 and all Alpha only Get top one the Alpha Wireless they blow all the other cloud and Alphas away 300hrs battery Dts x better than 7.1 Dual chambers better than angled 50mm Great on pc and can use better software on pc like mb onboard sound card software instead
This is the WORST headset i tested in 30 years of gaming , DONT EVER EVEN CONSIDER BUYING IT , COMPLETE AND UTTER TRASH , the sound is so low on it u wont ever hear SHIT in PUBG or DAYZ , its the worst of the worst i have ever ever seen or tested , shameful.
@@pro-vk2pd I can confirm. They are terrible for games like PUBG. I just bought them and they are useless. Why? That's hard to explain as I'm not a sound engineer and I also don't have the knowledge to talk about technical stuff. But the sounds you want to hear doesn't stand out and they sort of blend in with gunshots, more so than other headsets. The sound isn't crisp. It's mat, dull and low. I've had bad headsets in the past that resembles this one so you can only speculate if they buy the same cheap shit from China. Steelseries, Logitech etc. it's all the same garbage. I've come to the conclusion that it's better to use a table mic and good earphones like bose etc.
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Though you are a new youtuber, your videos look too professional. Straight to the point. Looks clean. Focuses on the content!!
Thank you!!
@@aaron_kimThese are amazing but they have been priced at $130 again :/
Amazing vid. Very clear. I’m shocked you don’t have a lot more subs. Great quality vids. Keep it up!
Thanks! Appreciate it!
@@aaron_kim 👍 you deserve it
thank you for reviewing this mic imma be getting in a few days
Listening to this using my Cloud Alpha S
@Dobry Nope.
@@kuyayaxx8070 how much bass do these headphones give off? Is it more of a balanced bass or something that isnt enough?
Awesome review. I really like the chill vibe! keep it up :)!
Just saw your review on shp9500, which should i get i mainly do games and music. Good reviews though 👌
If you never tried open backs before I'd try the SHP9500 first.
Found your channel out today by chance, really enjoyable reviews, suprised you dont have more subs! (you'll get there bud)
I currently have the regular cloud alpha's (without the 7.1 dongle). They're pretty good but have been thinking more and more about switching these with either the SHP9500's or the X2's plus a proper microphone. Would you say its a switch worth considering? :) cheers!
Hey thanks for the kind words. You should check out the 9500's :)
Great review
Its kind of strange, the old 7.1 dongle sounds really good, but the new ones that come with these cloud alphas just change the audio to drastically
Just got these, should I keep em or go for the 9500s. I like to be able to hear my wife I just don’t want my game to be to super loud to others. Love your channel!
new sub here. USB mixer port included mic and audio? and when playing valorant what bass do you use? is it at high/med or low?
Although the earcups of the headphones are made of fabric, the edge that attaches to the base is made of faux leather, so when the head is moved (even a little), not to mention eating, etc., while wearing the headphones, they make noises, creaking , crunching, quite tedious. There is definitely someone who will not notice it, but personally it bothers me a lot. But the main problem is setting up the headset. It's not as easy as with the Hyperx Cloud II (my previous headphones) - the sound at the beginning of the Alpha S is quiet and flat. Then you need to install an additional program Hyperx NGENUITY, where you can at least adjust the volume, but it may not be enough. I've tried various additional equlaizers, but they work (or don't work) differently each time. In any case, using and customizing these headphones makes me regret the decision to buy them. It would be better to have bought the same but new Cloud II ...
Don't believe me - search reddit ... there are all these problems for very many users ...
I’ll be getting rid of my revolver S for these. The revolvers are nice but they are heavy, the band springs wear out over time, the cord isn’t removable and becomes deformed at the base after awhile, and the headphone pads fall apart after like a year or so of use.
Thanks for the review! You got a new subscriber. I got them for $79 which is not bad at all! Got the Cloud II's, but returning them for this newer model.
Hyper X Alpha S is better then Cloud 2
@GarenaFF disagree. My cloud alpha s sound like shit
@@boooyaaababy651 You probably didn't plug it all the way in, sad.
@@inaweirdaccent ??? what
@@inaweirdaccent You think im dumb? its plugged in.
Love the vibe I drop a sub
Good review. Solid content.
Honest review after 3 days usage:
I have been trying to get Alpha s for more than 2 yrs. Since the price was too high in my country I bought Sony xb-55ap earphone last year, hoping to buy alpha s this year 2021. I have used Sony earphones for more than 6months and alpha s for just 3 days now. I haven't changed the equalizer settings.
Points-
1) hyperx had slightly more volume
2)Sony had better and more bass
3) Sony is worth the price
-sony = 30$
-alpha s = 150$
4) Both are built to last long
5) While playing Apex both were same (7.1 is nothing other than boosting the volume)
I thought headphones gives really different gaming experience. That's why I bought even though it costed me 150$. But this Is a big disappointment coz 30$ earphone was on par with it
Ask me if u HV any doubts
*If anything different is observed I will update this*
Hey it’s on sale for only 80$ because of cyber Monday should I get it?
Lol this is so cap I have both and the Alpha S sounds better in every way
yes it feel solid..it great for competitive shooting gaming from my opinion...
for music use i dont think i like it, since it plug and play this headphone did not come with EQ setting/setup..what i can said it lack of bass..
the sound is very loud, i need to lower it until 50% ..
for all round use i prefer hyperX revolver S but for competitive shooting game this headphone is great!! the sound detail so nice~
yeah i agree with you i prefer turn off that 7.1 system...
Which ear cups do you much prefer? The leather ones or the cloth ones? I easily sweat and play for long hours
Checkout the MH751 bro. Those and my Fidelio 2 HRs are my daily drivers. Sound quality and comfort between the MH751 and Alphas are night and day.
they should make a wireless version of it
I dont know why people tests the durability with slow pulling motions when the dmg is mostly caused by chock dmg, not pulling open.... Shock dmg is the worst and most destructive dmg that can be done and will snap and break plastic and or metal more so than bending or w/e.
Between these and the logitech g pro x, which ones are better for FPS games?
Are these the same as the Headset HyperX Cloud Alpha Pro Blackout? I think they are but they have different names in different markets
Hey im just wondering if its possible to plug the 3.5mm jack directly into my pc's motherboard or do i need a splitter cable to split the 3.5mm cable into a mic cable and a audio cable?
I bought these and then returned them the next day. Quality of these headsets (coming from the opinion of an sound engineer) are probably some of the worst I have ever owned. Music and videos are barely acceptable but the second I started up any game the quality took a massive dive.
Agree. I decided to buy these after watching positive reviews. This has got to be one of the worst headsets I have ever owned. The sound quality is absolutely terrible. It's bad for videos and music too, and even worse for gaming.
Well I just bought a pair of these as a backup to my steel series wireless headset. TBH my old Hyper X sound cloud II headset sounded much better.
Agree 7.1 is pretty bad on them, and even without it they don't sound as crisp as other headsets I have had in the past. I wouldn't buy them again. The build quality is nice, but I wouldn't give them more than a 6/10.
Any 7.1 is bad
Right ear cup doesn't fit my ear but left does. I tried wearing at any angle but it still persists. Sound quality is excellent but this little issue drives me nuts while wearing.
Your ears are crooked
Please help to decide:
Steelseries Arctis Pro (wired)
Or
Kingston HyperX Cloud Alpha S
I'll be using them for gaming but also for listening music. Also theres a lot of speculation of (both models) mic quality it doesn't bother me, what i need is max connectivity - able to connect to my smartphone, laptop and gaming pc. So max performance should be not only on USB but also on standard 3.5 mm jack.
Where could i experience decent bass, lows mids and highs?
Go for the Arctis without a doubt.
@@PabsLives Initially was obsesed with Steelseries Arctis Pro - minimalastic design and "for audiophiles" perk - "that reproduce Hi-Res audio out to 40,000 Hz, nearly double what most standard headsets are capable of (22,000 Hz).". Diggin' deeper found out these have serious design - durability flaws which are real issue if you are that planet-friendly person who like to use fav product really long time - 4 - 7 year. Also these are not friendly for the big heads :)
Second selection was Hyperx Cloud Alpha S. Initially thought it was a serious upgrade (from Cloud Alpha) in all aspects from sound and mic to connectivity and convenience (cause it was released after several years after Cloud Alpha). But i was wrong - the sound or design did not improve at all, furthermore they added cheap gimmick - 7.1 surround (but im not 16yo anymore and find it more like useless) but ALSO made some serious functionality FLAWS (in 3.5 mm mode you cannot control volume directly on the line like you can do it on much cheaper Cloud Alphas).
So finally i ordered HyperX Cloud Alphas (not S). Happy with it! These can sit on the head for 6-7 hour and feel no discomfort, sound is crisp and clear. Dual chambers is not a marketing trick - bass is epic (compared to all the headphones i had before). They are really damn sturdy, also perfect for gaming (at the moment i play Valorant). I believe they are decent for streamers and music listeners also.
I got the HyperX for almost a year now and I love it. Sound great and by far one of the most comfortable pair of headphones I've ever owned
what do you think should i go with with cloud 2 or alpha s
i am getting both for the same price 😊
Which one did you end up to buy? How are they? Tell me pls im in the same situation. :/
@@naden5847 i ended up buying the alpha s
They were way too much more comfy then cloud 2 and the sound quality is too good way too good ( better than cloud 2 ) the 7.1 was also good
I would recommend u cloud alpha s over cloud 2
I actually just picked these up for $25 on clearance new in the box
🤯
Damn I just price matched these for 70 bucks from best buy cause amazon has them for 69.99. Last week I seen them on amazon for 120 bucks.
@@UrBoyGee Yeah they were on clearance at WalMart
@@isobozo How you liking them so far? Shit 25 bucks is a major steal. I’ve had the cloud 2’s for like 4 years already so I figured I’d grab these I know there like 100 bucks usually so when I seen them for 69.99 last night I was like I might as well grab them. I plan on getting the hyper x quadcast s mic in a few weeks to
@@UrBoyGee They arent bad. Great in games like CSGO. I actually switched to a pair of IEM's and not sure I can go back
Will this work w a ps5?
Pass on all HYPERX Cloud 2 3 and all Alpha only Get top one the Alpha Wireless they blow all the other cloud and Alphas
away
300hrs battery
Dts x better than 7.1
Dual chambers better than angled 50mm
Great on pc and can use better software on pc like mb onboard sound card software instead
Does this headset have a built in mic cause I swear it picks up my voice even without the microphone plugged in, and in on Xbox btw, it's so creepy
Your controller has a mic
@@pauliusozelis4618 dang I didn't know that, thanks
Can you use the headset wireless on ps4 and pc?
No
Does it have mic monitoring? On PS4?
Yes
Yes, it has mic monitoring on PS4, you just need to update the firmware with a PC first.
@@lucasalmondes9722 I just bought a brand new alpha S and the mic monitoring works just fine.
@@hugon6717 the mic makes my voice sound stuffed af 😂.. but went with these headsets since it doesn’t pick up background noise
@@hugon6717 some of them already come with the updated firmware, but a lot of them don't. But hey good for you bro. Do you like the headset so far?
This is the WORST headset i tested in 30 years of gaming , DONT EVER EVEN CONSIDER BUYING IT , COMPLETE AND UTTER TRASH , the sound is so low on it u wont ever hear SHIT in PUBG or DAYZ , its the worst of the worst i have ever ever seen or tested , shameful.
Why?
@@pro-vk2pd I can confirm. They are terrible for games like PUBG. I just bought them and they are useless. Why? That's hard to explain as I'm not a sound engineer and I also don't have the knowledge to talk about technical stuff. But the sounds you want to hear doesn't stand out and they sort of blend in with gunshots, more so than other headsets. The sound isn't crisp. It's mat, dull and low. I've had bad headsets in the past that resembles this one so you can only speculate if they buy the same cheap shit from China. Steelseries, Logitech etc. it's all the same garbage. I've come to the conclusion that it's better to use a table mic and good earphones like bose etc.
pretty cool headset but, Too expensive !!