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HyperX Cloud Revolver + 7.1 review
The HyperX Cloud Revolver features a steel suspension frame, with a leatherette-covered memory foam headband, meant to keep everything feeling lightweight. The ear pads are made of the same materials as the headband, and while they’re generally soft and make getting a decent seal rather easy, this isn’t exactly a comfortable headset.
The headset’s included USB adapter features a built-in soundcard for 7.1 virtual surround sound, as well as inline controls for mic and headphone volume. For the comfort reasons I mentioned earlier, the HyperX Cloud Revolver + 7.1 isn’t a great gaming headset for long periods of time, but it can get the job done in short bursts.
This headset works with pretty much every gaming platform out there, from the PC, to the PlayStation 5, to the Xbox One, and beyond, but only consoles that support USB audio can use the included 7.1 surround sound feature. The built-in 7.1 virtual surround sound works as well as any other version of the feature, ably reproducing directional audio in games like Apex Legends and Overwatch on PC.
The headset also has no trouble with the mix of environmental audio, music, and battle noises that you find in stereo games like Final Fantasy XIV and Dauntless on PlayStation 4. It features a lot of the inaccuracies typical to the product category, like boosted bass and high range sound that peters off past 3kHz.
Even though the HyperX Cloud Revolver + 7.1 doesn’t fit all that comfortably, it still manages pretty decent isolation for a gaming headset. It’s no great shakes compared to the best on the market, but if you’re just playing at home, the sounds of a TV in the other room or the whir of a fridge shouldn’t present much distraction.
However, it’s just too hard to get around the fact that the HyperX Cloud Revolver + 7.1 isn’t comfortable—the suspension band is too loose to serve its own purpose, and the clamping force of the frame only exacerbates the issue. For $50 USD less than the Cloud Revolver, the Razer BlackShark V2 offers all the same features and more, in a far more comfortable and lightweight build, with best-in-class isolation.
Plus, there are plenty of wireless options that cost less and cover all the same bases, like the SteelSeries Arctis 7, Logitech G733, and Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2.
HyperX Cloud Revolver S review
The aesthetic of the HyperX Cloud Revolver S is pretty and not overly “gamery.” A few points hint at its gaming nature, but they’re subtle. Now, metal frames have a reputation for allowing in some noise if brushed or tapped, but a pair of rubber dampers help minimize the reverberation.
Matte plastic ear cups attach to the steel frame and pivot a few degrees in each direction and the headband slides freely for automatic adjustment to fit a user’s head. The headband and earpads are covered in leather-like “leatherette” pads full of lush memory foam that offer comfort for hours on end and justify the use of “Cloud” in the headset’s name. The earpads make a wide loop, to comfortably fit large ears and spread out the clamping pressure to the point of being negligible. However, the HyperX Cloud Revolver S adds some convenience with the mic, with a breakout cable that splits the microphone and headphone audio into dual 3.5mm jacks.
We plugged the USB device in, punched the button on the dongle to activate Dolby’s digital signal processor and – just like that we were ready to go. The HyperX Cloud Revolver S doesn’t muddle high hats or bass lines, and produces clean mid-tones. There’s a tinge of echo that purist audiophiles may hate, but it also offers some novelty to songs we’ve heard hundreds of times. Eddie Hazel’s solo in Funkadelic’s Maggot Brain can just about take you to a different dimension even with crap headphones, so it blew our minds all over again while listening with the HyperX Cloud Revolver S and the Dolby DSP switched on. To put it bluntly, no, the virtual 7.1-channel surround sound didn’t make it possible for us to precisely pinpoint a footstep at our 8 o’clock so we could whirl around and surprise sneaky adversaries with a quick headshot. We were defending the end of King’s Row in Overwatch, and though the payload was nearby and busy with combat, we could head the loud footsteps of an enemy Reaper, get a general idea of where he was (sure enough, he was lurking on the balcony above), and we could warn our teammates in time to avoid a nasty surprise.
In Rainbow Six, sound cues can go a long way to staying alive and winning the game, and the HyperX Cloud Revolver S was no slouch at keeping us aware of our surroundings. In Battlefield One, the surround sound helped pull us into the environment, making us feel like we were that much deeper in the mud with snipers popping shots from the tower on our right, and some jerk tossing flame grenades up ahead of us. The 7.1-channel surround sound offered through the Dolby DSP creates a wide soundstage that’s useful in games and immerses you in movies and music.
Beyond the sound, the HyperX Cloud Revolver S stands out as a excellently built headset, which justifies the higher price.
Metal, rubberized plastic, faux leather and memory foam all combine to create a comfortable and durable headset that feels premium. Sure, the microphone isn’t the most flexible or easy to stow away we’ve ever used, but the sound is crisp and handles the job of keeping teammates informed in competitive games.
And, yes, the price is a bit higher than plenty of other headsets offering 7.1-channel surround, but when it comes to the whole package, the HyperX Cloud Revolver S is easily worth every cent.
HyperX Cloud Revolver + 7.1 Review: Majestic Music Listening at a Price
The Cloud Revolver offers 7.1 surround sound for gaming and wide soundscape, and listening to music is a great experience. The Cloud Revolver offers 7.1 surround sound for gaming and wide soundscape, and listening to music is a great experience. And despite the smaller drivers, HyperX promises a stronger, more robust sound scape on the Cloud Revolver 7.1 than some of its other offerings.
Although it’s wired, it’s the same price as the Cloud II Wireless, which offers similar features, like virtual 7.1 surround sound and a detachable noise-cancelling microphone.
But it’s surround sound and audio in general isn’t tweak-friendly, keeping the package simple but hard to perfect. Driver Type 50mm neodymium Impedance 32 Ohms Frequency Response 10 Hz-23.2 KHz Microphone Type Detachable condenser noise-cancelling Connectivity USB Type-A or 3.5mm Weight Headset-only: 0.83 pounds (375g) Headset, mic, cable: 1 pound (452g) Cords 6.67 feet (2.03m) USB-A cable and 7.1 dongle 3.33 feet (1m) 3.5mm Lighting None Software HyperX Ngenuity (Beta)
That band is made of leatherette and memory foam, providing a smooth cushion for the Cloud Revolver + 7.1 to rest upon. The ear cups themselves are pretty hefty, with a design that looks like speakers on the outside flanked by the steel fins of the headband. The mic itself is flexible but can’t be slid into a position where it’s out of your face and lacks any indicator for when it’s muted. It sits light on the top of your head, and any clamping pressure around the ears is lessened by the memory foam pads.
The company did have a version of this headset that had Dolby support, the Cloud Revolver S, but that product doesn’t look like it’s being produced anymore. As you round the stairs into the club proper, there’s loud, booming techno music playing, with a good meaty bass beat to it.
It’s a pretty chaotic scene in terms of sound, especially with the ebb and flow of the techno as you move around the environment, and the Cloud Revolver + 7.1 handled it well. Playing Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, I found the system’s 3D audio worked well with the Cloud Revolver + 7.1.
In terms of clarity, I could hear every thwip of the web-shooters alongside the whipping winds, the low bass beat of the soundtrack and even J. Jonah Jameson’s annoying radio broadcast. However, I did notice a little loss of clarity in the highs, with strings in the ambient soundtrack blending a bit with some of the city’s sounds.
The first music track I tried on the headset was Jason Derulo’s “Lifestyle.” It works well as a test case because of the transition from the early parts of the song. You have the thrumming of the bass guitar contrasted with Derulo’s vocals, which are then joined by accompaniment and staccato claps.
Listening to the track on the Cloud Revolver + 7.1 allowed me to test the difference in the standard stereo versus the 7.1 surround. Switching to surround sound, it was clear that HyperX’s solution pushes the mids back, really playing up the highs and lows.
With the Cloud Revolver + 7.1, HyperX has crafted cans with great build quality, effective virtual 7.1 surround sound support, a nice wide soundscape and versatility through its two connection options (3.5mm or USB Type-A).It also delivers one of the better music-listening experiences I’ve had in the $150 price range. However, the virtual 7.1 surround sound here is a step down from the immersive feel and customization options premium competitors, like Dolby, offer. But if you’re not into tweaking and just want something that offers decent virtual surround sound and covers a wide range of frequencies out of the box while sitting comfortably on your noggin, the Cloud Revolver + 7.1 is worth a look.
HyperX Cloud Revolver Review
E-sports-focused gaming headsets must satisfy two needs: They must be cozy enough to wear during a long day of competing, and rich-sounding enough to help gamers spot their enemies from a mile away. The HyperX Cloud Revolver succeeds on both fronts, offering immersive directional audio, comfortable memory-foam ear cups and a steel suspension frame that’s built to last. This eye-catching, black headset packs a sturdy steel suspension frame, which covers a sporty-looking foam headband that automatically conforms to your dome.
I was immediately drawn to the big, red, exhaust-like circles on the outside of each ear cup; they don’t light up like those on the Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma or the SteelSeries Siberia v3 Prism, but they’re enough to give your stream viewers something cool to look at.
Few games test a headset’s ability to reproduce horrifyingly brutal noises as Mortal Kombat X does, and I’m pleased to say the Revolver got high marks. Every punch and kick resonated with impact, and I heard a disturbingly rich level of detail every time my character broke his opponents’ bones and telepathically ripped out their guts. I heard a disturbingly rich level of detail every time my Mortal Kombat X character broke his opponents’ bones and telepathically ripped out their guts. This extra cord sports a dongle that lets you mute your mic, adjust the volume and clip the cable to your shirt, and provides separate microphone and headphone jacks for your PC. The headset preserved the incendiary energy of rock tracks like Yellowcard’s “Awakening,” giving the song’s bright guitars, driving bass and soaring vocals a chance to shine individually. Once again, the Revolver allowed me to hear each instrument in its crisp, clean glory, from the frantic horns of the film’s battle songs to the smoky strings of more somber moments.
HyperX Cloud Revolver Headset Review – Comfort, Quality, Cost
PRODUCT INFO HyperX Cloud Revolver 9th May, 2016 Type Headset Price RRP £100 Being the upgrade to my personal-use gaming headset, it’s natural that I’d jump at the opportunity to test and review the HyperX Cloud Revolver. Sometimes you may jump for a headset that really tops the list in price, such as the Steelseries Arctis Pro or Sennheiser GSP 600, which come in at an RRP of £299.99 and £219.99 respectively.
It’s a fantastic design as there’s literally zero effort in adjusting the headset, you simply pop it on your head and it does all the work for you.
As it’s attached to the cups directly, any slight knock reverberates through the headset and both you and whomever you may be talking to will be able to hear it. However, unlike the headset found on the HyperX Cloud II – this microphone is inflexible. Due to the fact that the HyperX Cloud Revolver uses 50mm drivers, it offers a wider soundstage than your average headset or headphones. The four games I used as a testing bed are Alien: Isolation, Amnesia: The Dark Descent, CS:GO and Project Cars 2 – all on the PC.
With games like CS:GO, the headset provides clear and definitive direction as to where an opponent is coming from.
If you’re wanting a top quality microphone for extensive streaming, conferencing or something along those lines, you’d be better with the USB connection and software cancelling power of the Cloud II or the newer Cloud Revolver S. For regular online gaming, it’s more than suitable. The headset alone comes with a 3 foot 3.5mm cable for easy connection to a controller, phone or your PC. There is a 6.5-foot extension that comes with a controller that lets you adjust the volume and also mute your mic with the flick of a button.
That’s one fantastic aspect of the HyperX Cloud range, the price isn’t prohibitive and you’ll more than get your money’s worth.
HyperX Cloud Revolver + 7.1 Review
It isn’t really a paradigm shift, or even really an upgrade over the previous model, so if you have a Cloud Revolver or strong feelings about the line, you already have a good idea of what to expect. The front and rear edges of the top band have silver and black braided strings, which add a small pop of color against the otherwise dark metallic device. As I’ve mentioned in my Sony Pulse 3D review , I’m personally not a huge fan of this kind of headband: there’s usually a dopey looking gap between the inner and outer bands and, in the Cloud Revolver’s case, it requires some minor adjustments to feel comfortable.
While slightly less malleable than the metal wire mic found on most of HyperX’s other headsets, the large microphone panel picks up clean sound even when only positioned generally.
I also tested the mic in games and video chat apps like Zoom, and seemed to come through clear.Other than a slot for the mic, the Cloud Revolver eschews on-ear ports and controls, offloading them to the detachable USB DaC, which HyperX calls an “audio control box.” The clippable dongle, which converts the headset’s 3.5mm audio cable into USB, powers the headset’s enhanced audio capabilities, including surround sound and active noise cancelling in the microphone.The control box is the only part of the Cloud Revolver + 7.1 that’s received a significant redesign. Lastly, on the side, you have a small mic mute button, which lights up red to compensate for its obscured position.The control box creates some compatibility complications for the Cloud Revolver. When Zeus and Petrocolous talk during intense fights, you can clearly hear both the combat-related audio cues and the dialogue without any bleeding.That clarity is equally important in a more competitive situation, I played a fair amount of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War . I also found that the Cloud Revolver put its 50mm drivers to use, generating loud, expansive explosions.HyperX’s pivot from dolby surround sound to its software seems to have gone swimmingly.
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