There is active voice monitoring, you have to hold down the mute button for 3 seconds and you can use the mic without the USB adapter but you will need a spliter on PC (on console or anything that can take a 3.5 headphone jack, you should be fine using the headset without the USB adapter.
I guess sometimes it DOES pay to keep the instruction manual these days lmao It's strange to me that they made the voice monitoring OFF by default and a feature you can turn on with the MUTE button, but it's great to know that it's at least a possibility! My apologies for missing that in the review.
I just bought this one for my ps5, this is the third headset that I have gotten for the ps5, and I think I'm going to keep this one, I think for the console it is the best one I've tried, the sound card allows me to use the surround features on console, I personally always prefer to play close to the tv so the USB thing works well. But when I do play further, the 3.5 jack works great too, I don't have the features of the sound board but the ps5 controller mute button works great to mute the mic. I tried the Razer Kraken V3 and the audio was too low even at max volume, they were comfortable, but I was not pleased with the sound. For the console even though it is compatible it is not the best, because the preset settings are very mild, not sure if once changed on the computer the settings transfer to the console or not. I don't have a pc so I can't play around with it. I also tried the Sony H3 and they were the worst, from the 3 I have tried so far, the sound like a cheap radio speaker and at max volume the sounds is too sharp to where your ears hurts pretty bad, but not even provide a nice sound. Yes I know at max sound It shouldn't be used anyways, but I like to test it and see. In a way, it felt to me like dollar store earphones connected to earmuffs the sound was not immersive at all. Again this may bw limited to not being able to change the settings due to not having a PC but the preset setting at not good at all. It's usable and better than cheaper options (probably) maybe the H7 and H9 are better. But these hyperx alpha s have been good right out of the box, being able to use, all of the features on PS5 and not limited to PC only, something which the kraken v3 did have a limitation to console, not being able to use all of the settinngs except on windows.
okay so the hyperx cloud mix is £130 rn, the hyper c cloud flight is £70, the hyper cloud 2 is £60, the hyper x cloud revolver + 7.1 is £65 and hyperx clouud alpha S is £70. I play mainly COD competitively, which ones would be the best ?
Can you take the detachable cable from the hyper x cloud Alpha that has the volume changing buttons on it and put it into the new Alpha s so you can change the volume or mute yourself via the button on the cable?
So buyer beware every thing he say is true I do love my hyperX alpha s but the 7.1 is very terrible at times sounding very shallow. I don’t know if it was my head set or something else but as soon as I used my old hyperX cloud 2 wire it sounded great. So if you want it for the 7.1 I recommend going with a different model because the 7.1 adapter it comes with doesn’t seem to be very good.
If you want a realistic review from someone who used them for much longer, the surround sound is a useless marketing gimmick, it sounds horrible and usually is worse then just using it without. Another thing is without the USB sound card, the audio is staticy and makes weird noises. The wire of the headphones is also like 12ft long, and extremely thick, never fails to knot itself around something and rip off my head. The bass sliders also do literally nothing, they change the bass so little that you basically can’t distinguish between them. For $100 I’m not impressed and I think there’s much better options, even wireless options. For the same price. Like the razor barracuda X, or the razor black sharks
The ATH-MSR7B overall will have a more natural/flat sound signature and probably be clearer due to their more premium drivers. Downside though is you won't have any way to use the headset via USB so it wouldn't have chat features or 7.1 surround sound like you can get with the HyperX.
Mine sound perfectly fine, I too play Apex but haven't had issues with footsteps. Do you have any EQs that may be upping the bass and muffling everything else?
Brrooo I was about to but the pulse 3d but they didn't have any so I got this and apparently I have yo do alot of shit to get it to work some1 pls help
I dont like them at all & i could not find a more highly rated gameng headset that are wired which is sad because my TB stealth pros were almost $400 & are bluetooth blow these away. I have always heard wired headsets always have an amazing sound quality compared to wireless but i guess that was when wireless 1st started. I have other headsets but as far as my favorite gaming headset its the stealth pros!
Just bought mine today and the audio quality is good, but when i used it to play valorant I can't hear the right location of footsteps. Are there any ways to fix this?
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?
I would say for a better BASS response, go with the steelseries. For comfort and overall clarity, I would go with the HyperX. Thankfully both will get the job done for what you need them for!
@@Nicktechnoo Initialy 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 - they added 7.1 surround (but im not 16yo anymore and find it more like useless gimmick or marketing trick) but also made some serious functionality flaws (in 3.5 mm mode you cannot control volume directly on the wire like you can do it on much cheaper Cloud Alphas). So finally i ordered HyperX Cloud Alphas :) :)
@@aphexgaming1983 I need you to help me, I just bought these Cloud Alpha S solely because of the sound and comfort recommendations, I don't care about 7.1, I don't give a damn. The point here is that when connecting them to the PC via USB the audio is fucking garbage, I tried to equalize them but I had no success, they were still just as horrible, in stereo or with 7.1 they sound horrible connected by USB, so I decided to connect them through a direct jack to the motherboard and what a surprise it took me, they sounded incredible without touching any equalization, totally in stock. My question is how do you use them? With the USB dongle or directly connected to the PC with a jack? Because I'm starting to believe that this supposed "DAC" is useless and makes the sound worse. :c
Whats wrong with them? I have enjoyed mine, which I got on sale for 70 bucks, and have not been able to find anything better. Just recently I got a pair of PC38Xs and ended up returning them because they could simply not match the sound quality and volume of the Alpha S. They have great volume, they're comfortable, they have nice bass, and don't distort my audio when EQ'd.
@@nologic_sprtn733 I found the sound quality on the Hyper X Cloud II alot better than these. The gimmicky little bass booster sliders don't do shit. And because of Covid, all headphones are final sale. As soon as you open the box they are permanently yours.
yeea this is a piece of crap product. my microphone shows up as 1 channel mono.... unless you enable most of the enchantments under sound settings this headset sounds like id be listining to something being burried 6 feet under in a coffin thats filled with water. everyone complains that they hear me the same fkd up way... if i knew that this head set has a jack converter from usb id never buy it. definetely not for gaming.. either have
Can be muddy when not set up with the proper settings in sound mixer. I currently use Arctic, Razer, Logitech and now, Hyper X Alpha S. Best choice I've ever made in the less than 150 dollar headsets. I've relegated my Razer headset as my go to when using my keyboard and midi. I don't use mics on my headsets as I do content creation so the mic is not a game changer. The sound trebles are crisp, mids are distinct, and the bass is smooth without any distortion. The 7.1 is a must when listening to music. These are definitely built for gaming and have saved my butt when the bad guys were trying to sneak up on me. I can use as both a jack or as a USB set up. Note: The USB only has to be used if you want to use the 7.1 for an awesome music listening experience. Best ever when comparing headsets for comfort. I can wear these for hours without discomfort.
@@Gr8FriknApe I need you to help me, I just bought these Cloud Alpha S solely because of the sound and comfort recommendations, I don't care about 7.1, I don't give a damn. The point here is that when connecting them to the PC via USB the audio is fucking garbage, I tried to equalize them but I had no success, they were still just as horrible, in stereo or with 7.1 they sound horrible connected by USB, so I decided to connect them through a direct jack to the motherboard and what a surprise it took me, they sounded incredible without touching any equalization, totally in stock. My question is how do you use them? With the USB dongle or directly connected to the PC with a jack? I would like to use them with USB, but it sounds horrible, the jack cable is short but with it they sound great Do you use an external DAC or something similar so that they sound good in your cases?
@@Rezz_me W o O w ... just like you, I bought them to use with my games and for quietly listening to head banging music when company is around (chuckles). I use USB 3 connecter on the computer. I use them with the Dolby Access Equalizer and set up my own, customized equalizer slide settings for music and gaming (footstep settings) Make sure you enable the souund enhancements for the headset if you use a third party app. Yes, you're right, they sound like shiz when coupled with the Win 11 Sonic software and drivers. I disabled the Sonic drivers. Keep experimenting and you will find the right drivers and software that you will enjoy. They are a great headset. Good luck.
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.
@@Code-km3sw Even after figuring out this headset needs a SEPERATE SOFTWARE called APO Equalizer , boosting up the sound , its TOTALT SHIT , cant hear foot steps in PUBG or DAYZ , complete HORSE SHIT
![HyperX Cloud II vs Cloud Alpha vs Cloud Alpha S [Review and Comparison]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/xDLfYHe2ZBY/mqdefault.jpg)
There is active voice monitoring, you have to hold down the mute button for 3 seconds and you can use the mic without the USB adapter but you will need a spliter on PC (on console or anything that can take a 3.5 headphone jack, you should be fine using the headset without the USB adapter.
I guess sometimes it DOES pay to keep the instruction manual these days lmao It's strange to me that they made the voice monitoring OFF by default and a feature you can turn on with the MUTE button, but it's great to know that it's at least a possibility! My apologies for missing that in the review.
I just bought this one for my ps5, this is the third headset that I have gotten for the ps5, and I think I'm going to keep this one, I think for the console it is the best one I've tried, the sound card allows me to use the surround features on console, I personally always prefer to play close to the tv so the USB thing works well. But when I do play further, the 3.5 jack works great too, I don't have the features of the sound board but the ps5 controller mute button works great to mute the mic.
I tried the Razer Kraken V3 and the audio was too low even at max volume, they were comfortable, but I was not pleased with the sound. For the console even though it is compatible it is not the best, because the preset settings are very mild, not sure if once changed on the computer the settings transfer to the console or not. I don't have a pc so I can't play around with it.
I also tried the Sony H3 and they were the worst, from the 3 I have tried so far, the sound like a cheap radio speaker and at max volume the sounds is too sharp to where your ears hurts pretty bad, but not even provide a nice sound. Yes I know at max sound It shouldn't be used anyways, but I like to test it and see. In a way, it felt to me like dollar store earphones connected to earmuffs the sound was not immersive at all. Again this may bw limited to not being able to change the settings due to not having a PC but the preset setting at not good at all. It's usable and better than cheaper options (probably) maybe the H7 and H9 are better.
But these hyperx alpha s have been good right out of the box, being able to use, all of the features on PS5 and not limited to PC only, something which the kraken v3 did have a limitation to console, not being able to use all of the settinngs except on windows.
It's also able for ps4 too ?
@@xxqu1ckzy_05xx9yes
Tried using these to play fortnite. The sound quality is so shit
thanks for the REVIEW got mine on the way
okay so the hyperx cloud mix is £130 rn, the hyper c cloud flight is £70, the hyper cloud 2 is £60, the hyper x cloud revolver + 7.1 is £65 and hyperx clouud alpha S is £70. I play mainly COD competitively, which ones would be the best ?
Get the new hyperx cloud 3. It's the best in the market featuring a mute button and volume control on the headset itsself
@@Pokenite_Animationsbetter than hyperx alpha s?
@@arhied01 100 times better... For PC and console. They just released, meaning they are 4 years newer than the old alpha s'
When’s the usb converter gonna be able to use on Xbox series s?
To use the mic without the USB. All you need is a 3.5mm splitter the mic quality is actually better this way
good to know thank you
Is the alpha s or cloud 2 better for hearing footsteps and opponents in fortnite??
i just got these today, having problems with muffled sounds even though i use the game audio option, any suggestions?
Make sure you switched the output to “game” in the actual game sound settings you’re playing
does it have a noise cancelling function?
How do you use on xbox with sound card? Mines not picking up anything
Can you take the detachable cable from the hyper x cloud Alpha that has the volume changing buttons on it and put it into the new Alpha s so you can change the volume or mute yourself via the button on the cable?
My mic wont work on my ps5 please help:( i tried everythinggg
Is it worth it on Xbox Series X?
Does it sound loud on PS4 Pro?
So buyer beware every thing he say is true I do love my hyperX alpha s but the 7.1 is very terrible at times sounding very shallow.
I don’t know if it was my head set or something else but as soon as I used my old hyperX cloud 2 wire it sounded great.
So if you want it for the 7.1 I recommend going with a different model because the 7.1 adapter it comes with doesn’t seem to be very good.
If you want a realistic review from someone who used them for much longer, the surround sound is a useless marketing gimmick, it sounds horrible and usually is worse then just using it without. Another thing is without the USB sound card, the audio is staticy and makes weird noises. The wire of the headphones is also like 12ft long, and extremely thick, never fails to knot itself around something and rip off my head. The bass sliders also do literally nothing, they change the bass so little that you basically can’t distinguish between them. For $100 I’m not impressed and I think there’s much better options, even wireless options. For the same price. Like the razor barracuda X, or the razor black sharks
Hi how is it comparated to ATH-MSR7B for gaming?
The ATH-MSR7B overall will have a more natural/flat sound signature and probably be clearer due to their more premium drivers. Downside though is you won't have any way to use the headset via USB so it wouldn't have chat features or 7.1 surround sound like you can get with the HyperX.
@@Nicktechnoo Thank you
did you alpha s sound very muffled and not clear in game? I purchased them recently and cant optimise the sound for gaming.
i have the same issue, playing apex or wz its hard to pin point EXACTLY where ppl are
Mine sound perfectly fine, I too play Apex but haven't had issues with footsteps. Do you have any EQs that may be upping the bass and muffling everything else?
@@erikmorales1641 SAME i just got it and i cannot tell were gunshots are coming from sounds muffled
There are two playback devices that comes with it, make sure you’re listening through Alpha S “Game” and not Alpha S “Chat”
@@erikmorales1641 Use the USB dongle or those connected by jack?
Is it compatible with mobile?
I game Valorant , CS:GO etc i dont understand whether i should keep 7.1 on or off. Someone who owns this let me know
I always have it on for fortnite and keep volume around 70-85% and leave base sliders both off and footsteps will be amazing
@@AngelVillalba-e2qis off open or closed?
wait there is no plug for the microphone beside the usb?
only one usb its integrated mic&headphone
Brrooo I was about to but the pulse 3d but they didn't have any so I got this and apparently I have yo do alot of shit to get it to work some1 pls help
I dont like them at all & i could not find a more highly rated gameng headset that are wired which is sad because my TB stealth pros were almost $400 & are bluetooth blow these away. I have always heard wired headsets always have an amazing sound quality compared to wireless but i guess that was when wireless 1st started. I have other headsets but as far as my favorite gaming headset its the stealth pros!
Bro compares 100$ with 400$😂😂
Just bought mine today and the audio quality is good, but when i used it to play valorant I can't hear the right location of footsteps. Are there any ways to fix this?
turn on 7.1 surround sound with audio mixer included
@@captainlev1i875 the 7.1 is dogshit though, like most virtual surround
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?
I would say for a better BASS response, go with the steelseries. For comfort and overall clarity, I would go with the HyperX. Thankfully both will get the job done for what you need them for!
@@Nicktechnoo Initialy 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 - they added 7.1 surround (but im not 16yo anymore and find it more like useless gimmick or marketing trick) but also made some serious functionality flaws (in 3.5 mm mode you cannot control volume directly on the wire like you can do it on much cheaper Cloud Alphas).
So finally i ordered HyperX Cloud Alphas :) :)
@@aphexgaming1983 I need you to help me, I just bought these Cloud Alpha S solely because of the sound and comfort recommendations, I don't care about 7.1, I don't give a damn.
The point here is that when connecting them to the PC via USB the audio is fucking garbage, I tried to equalize them but I had no success, they were still just as horrible, in stereo or with 7.1 they sound horrible connected by USB, so I decided to connect them through a direct jack to the motherboard and what a surprise it took me, they sounded incredible without touching any equalization, totally in stock.
My question is how do you use them? With the USB dongle or directly connected to the PC with a jack? Because I'm starting to believe that this supposed "DAC" is useless and makes the sound worse. :c
These headphones look SO sigma. Will definitely be using these to listen to skibidi toilet.
Are you serious? If you are you are probably a middle schooler or a kid under 15
Cornball
@@UnknownAI3it’s a joke omg 😂
This headset is GARBAGE!! I'd rather have my Cloud II headset over this POS! Not worth the $140 they want for it.
you pay $140? that's too much..
Whats wrong with them? I have enjoyed mine, which I got on sale for 70 bucks, and have not been able to find anything better. Just recently I got a pair of PC38Xs and ended up returning them because they could simply not match the sound quality and volume of the Alpha S. They have great volume, they're comfortable, they have nice bass, and don't distort my audio when EQ'd.
@@overprice7802 Not everyone lives in the US. I am in Canada, this is the regular price of these.
@@nologic_sprtn733 I found the sound quality on the Hyper X Cloud II alot better than these. The gimmicky little bass booster sliders don't do shit. And because of Covid, all headphones are final sale. As soon as you open the box they are permanently yours.
simmer down kyle
I just got and I will be returning. The sound quality is absolute garbage. I do not see how anyone would be OK with the sound output on this.
yeea this is a piece of crap product. my microphone shows up as 1 channel mono.... unless you enable most of the enchantments under sound settings this headset sounds like id be listining to something being burried 6 feet under in a coffin thats filled with water. everyone complains that they hear me the same fkd up way... if i knew that this head set has a jack converter from usb id never buy it. definetely not for gaming.. either have
Can be muddy when not set up with the proper settings in sound mixer. I currently use Arctic, Razer, Logitech and now, Hyper X Alpha S. Best choice I've ever made in the less than 150 dollar headsets. I've relegated my Razer headset as my go to when using my keyboard and midi. I don't use mics on my headsets as I do content creation so the mic is not a game changer. The sound trebles are crisp, mids are distinct, and the bass is smooth without any distortion. The 7.1 is a must when listening to music. These are definitely built for gaming and have saved my butt when the bad guys were trying to sneak up on me. I can use as both a jack or as a USB set up. Note: The USB only has to be used if you want to use the 7.1 for an awesome music listening experience. Best ever when comparing headsets for comfort. I can wear these for hours without discomfort.
@@Gr8FriknApe I need you to help me, I just bought these Cloud Alpha S solely because of the sound and comfort recommendations, I don't care about 7.1, I don't give a damn.
The point here is that when connecting them to the PC via USB the audio is fucking garbage, I tried to equalize them but I had no success, they were still just as horrible, in stereo or with 7.1 they sound horrible connected by USB, so I decided to connect them through a direct jack to the motherboard and what a surprise it took me, they sounded incredible without touching any equalization, totally in stock.
My question is how do you use them? With the USB dongle or directly connected to the PC with a jack? I would like to use them with USB, but it sounds horrible, the jack cable is short but with it they sound great
Do you use an external DAC or something similar so that they sound good in your cases?
@@Rezz_me W o O w ... just like you, I bought them to use with my games and for quietly listening to head banging music when company is around (chuckles). I use USB 3 connecter on the computer. I use them with the Dolby Access Equalizer and set up my own, customized equalizer slide settings for music and gaming (footstep settings) Make sure you enable the souund enhancements for the headset if you use a third party app. Yes, you're right, they sound like shiz when coupled with the Win 11 Sonic software and drivers. I disabled the Sonic drivers. Keep experimenting and you will find the right drivers and software that you will enjoy. They are a great headset. Good luck.
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.
man's commenting on every video the same thing 🤡🤡
troll your channel info calls it out
@@Code-km3sw Even after figuring out this headset needs a SEPERATE SOFTWARE called APO Equalizer , boosting up the sound , its TOTALT SHIT , cant hear foot steps in PUBG or DAYZ , complete HORSE SHIT
@@Revelation13-8 who tf plays PUBG or DayZ troll 🤡🤡
@@Revelation13-8 Also playing DayZ, what headset you can offer to buy?