processing

Again and again pierces the HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset Kingston in test reviews out positively. No wonder, with this headset uses the popular Kingston in player circles predecessors successfully continued. The outstanding processing one sees the headphones have to unpack. Especially you realize this at the stitching, which were clean woven into the adjustable headband. The temple, as well as the lining of the ear cups is made of clean-worked aluminum which is painted in the livery that we also knew from the previous model. If you want to adjust the headphones, noticed no unpleasant rattling, as it is known models from the lower price segments. Instead, has the HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset with a high-quality finish that can survive minor bumps harmless. The carrier will make a solid impression and the ears are large enough to cover even larger ears easily. A further adjustment provides for broad head shapes for a comfortable fit. The earcups sit comfortable on the ears, so hours of multiplayer games without any problems can be overcome. The pressure is sufficient and you do not fear that the headphones can be accidentally dropped, if you do a quick head movement.  

sound quality

The sound quality of the HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset does not need to hide from more expensive devices. Is particularly impressive how clean the sound of the headset fails at low tones. So Kingston indicates that the headset supports a low frequency up to 15 Hz. Although the human ear only tones up to 20 Hz true, but the bass still benefit from such support in the bass. It also enhances the immersion that one feels when one breaks the first time in a new game world. Violent shocks or explosions benefit from this excellent bass headset. In the treble frequencies are supported up to 25,000 kHz. One reason for the improved sound quality are the 53 mm drivers that Kingston has incorporated. In this size and at this price almost unique. The nominal impedance is 60 ohms. While the noise reduction is not as good as in more expensive headsets, but still outstanding in this price range.  

microphone

Another point which should never be neglected in a gaming headset, the voice quality of the connected microphone. In this point you have to attest Kingston, that has increased with the HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset compared to its predecessor again. The voice is reproduced clearly by the higher frequency transition area and makes a very natural impression. In addition to multiplayer games, the microphone is also very suitable for Skype sessions. The voice is reproduced without distortion and clear. There are no background noise heard that can communicate at cheaper models difficult ever. The microphone picks up sounds true in a frequency range of about 50 Hz to 18 kHz. As a result, your voice will be reproduced better and more natural. This high voice quality reach even higher-priced models hardly why this is one of the strengths of HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset. The microphone is working closely with the supplied control box, which is responsible for noise reduction and noise cancellation.  

comfort

The ear cushions of HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset consist of 100 percent from memory foam. These ear cushions themselves easily enclose large ears and ensure good noise suppression are, velvety on the skin. So you can indulge in hours of music enjoyment without you then have to fear pain on the ears. Positive stands out also the adjustable strap which is also suitable for wide head shapes. The package also includes two pairs of ear cushions are included, which appear to contain a synthetic leather and a synthetic fiber variant. They each have a different profile, so you can opt for a variant that fit their own tastes best. The good comfort underlines the sophisticated impression made by the HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset Kingston.  

Packaging, design and connections

Although the packaging of HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headsets acts simply at first glance, they nevertheless blends harmoniously into the elegant overall concept. The accessory has found a special place in the small Schaumstoffbox. Accessories include in addition to the high-quality audio control box still velor ear pads, a mesh pocket for traveling, as an adapter for the aircraft. The control box is considered as an intermediary between the headset and the input device. It provides a 7.1 surround sound is possible. All bass, middle and treble are crystal clear and sharp reproduced from the small control unit, which also has a built-in DSP sound card. It is connected via USB to the PC, Mac, or the PS4. The cable length coat with a meter enough, but the accessories include a 2 m extension cable.