Is the HyperX Quadcast S Worth the Hype and Popularity?

[@TheGeekGauntletPodcast]

First mic I started with. Quickly upgraded to the Shure SM7B and the OG Rodcaster Pro.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Love this. How was the OG Rodecaster for you? Had a chance to grab a used one recently and passed

[@TheGeekGauntletPodcast]

@DarkenedCyrus I liked it alot but then I upgraded it the RCP2 and then the Rodecaster Duo. My RCP2 has power button issues, so I have to send it back to Rode for replacement.

[@vGraphss]

Getting this microphone today, sounds crystal clear. Also nice burp bro

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Thanks. Was refreshing lol

[@JTKGAMING14]

dont buy it. please dont buy it, get a wave mic, look at reviews from alpha gaming

[@vGraphss]

@@JTKGAMING14 why

[@CuePlayz]

@@JTKGAMING14 cant find his channel. link the video.

[@marksmanblackbird3408]

Thank you for doing a review on this mic. I've been having trouble finding a good mic for like the last 8 months and watching your video kinda gave me an idea on this mic and I bought it and it's the best and easiest mic to setup I've ever had. Very good sound. I probably wouldn't have been able to find this without you. Thank you very much again!

[@goodshepard00]

Thank you for the review.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

You’re welcome!

[@FattyDomes]

i would like to hear a background sound test, like keyboard and mouse clicking and maybe even a fan test

[@NumNumTheSigma]

it doesnt matter abt that just use a sound compresser aka noice cancelation app and dont think it will mess up your audio almost every streamer uses a noice compresser so yeah hope it helped.

[@chris935]

Any app recommendations for free?

[@noxcattus5756]

Try obs. lots of tutorials on KZbin and they even show you how to monitor in a virtual mic so you can use it in discord, games, calls etc. :)

[@ThatScrubWolf]

@@chris935 It's been awhile since you asked but just in case you haven't found one, Nvidia Broadcast works pretty well and it's free. It can also be used to cancel out background noise from other people's mics if they're not using any noise cancellation on their end. I don't really use that feature since I usually only talk to people in Discord and they use the built in Krisp noise cancellation but it's nice to have if you ever run into someone with an excessively noisy mic.

[@vsmumu]

@@chris935 voicemod has a free noise supressor

[@BrandoNoCaps]

The first streaming mic I got was 2 years ago in 2022 when I was still 17 at the time and ofc it was the quadcast s, and I was new to pc streaming so ofc I had to get myself a mic and I saw it at my local target but I bought it on Best Buy online instead cuz I have a membership, and I did not know this mic was that popular back then, I feel cool that I got this mic, I still stream with it till this day and it works like a beauty

[@bobby5enpai]

The 3 mic texts, the elgato sounded like it captured the T's and D's of your words more, while the rode mic sounded like it took away more of the natural sound in your voice. Not to say hyperx didn't have its hit and misses, if you consider them that. It was a weird combination. In some of the settings like stereo, it sounded like it took away the natural sound away more, while when front faced it did capture your T's and D's more prominently than rode, it wasn't like the elgato. I use Nvidia broadcast with obs filters, to find a combination I like, and personally I find it better for me, since my voice can go low, and finding the right combination is hard when messing with suppression. I'm don't use noise gate ot suppression in obs when using Nvidia broadcast background noise removal and suppression with my quadcast s. But it works beautifully this way for me, even catching the lows 2 feet away. Just a tidbit if anyone wanted to try it.

[@GregSaezer]

Dude, that is my EXACT situation. Except I haven't found the right mic, till maybe today. ARE you using Expander and Compressor in OBS? Limiter?

[@bobby5enpai]

@GregSaezer I use compressor, expander, 3-band equalizer, and the limiter filters. I had to play with thresholds and everything. By mixing up the gain on the hyperx and the output gain, I was able to get something that sounds crisp, and my lows with the equalizer sound really good, and don't chop off when I'm too low.

[@GregSaezer]

@@bobby5enpai Yup. I also use the VST 2 plugin. Sounds amazing now. Thank you.

[@BreaddYT]

honestly thank you so much

[@DarkenedCyrus]

You're welcome!

[@Muddysoap14]

Iv got this mic but whenever I plug any earphones/headphones into it I get a really high pitched screeching sound, iv been trying to figure the issue out for weeks now.

[@AlottaFogina69]

will the mic monitoring work over USB or is it only via Headphone jack?

[@itsariyara]

What desk stand are you using for this microphone?

[@StarBoy0204]

So you’re telling me this entire time there was a satisfying peel underneath the microphone and I never noticed it…

[@DarkenedCyrus]

What can I say except, you’re welcome - Maui

[@ThePrincipeShinobi]

Does this mic works with a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?

[@ladainaustralia]

Hello, might be really stupid question for you, but I am still pretty new to this. I have bought this mic because I want to take creating content to next level, I am starting a podcast, but I wanted to solely use either my phone or camera. Does it mean now, that I cant really connect my phone or camera to the mic? Should I have bought something which has bluetooth or wireless connection? is there anything like that? How do you do it? Do you record sound on one gadget and video on the other one and then you just synchronize it? I really appreciate your time and I will be forever grateful for you (or anyones) answer as I feel little bit lost atm! :D Thanks so much and have a good day!

[@noxcattus5756]

There are software where you can actually record with your phone camera and get sound from your mic. There are enough options if you look into it

[@Mimiiii_VEV0]

most people record audio with one device and record video with another and then sync it up post recording, an easy way to do this is to clap you hands 3 times infront of the camera and then sync the audio in a video editing program. good luck!

[@Jason-nk3md]

What do you think about the HyperX Quadcast VS Rode PodMic? Considering the pricing is similar but USB vs XLR. I currently have a Wave:3 USB but I don't like it anymore and believe it has lost its' full function.

[@frantotti9754]

Rode PodMic all day, No way to compare these Mics. HyperX Quadcast is just gaming mic not for professionals, Rode is known well in audio headphones and microphones, HyperX is just gaming gears company. the difference is huge .

[@Kleadsy]

HyperX is just a scam, i see these gaming companies as a big scam for money.

[@noxcattus5756]

For XLR you need additional gear to connect it to your PC. The usb is plug and play.

[@Pizzaslyce]

who else got pissed about the way he opened the box?

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Mission accomplished

[@mattmarsden7065]

I have one but it just keeps disconnecting as and when it feels like it.. any suggestions

[@zetroccc1]

The mic stand you are you, what is it called? Seems really nice.

[@hawraspar_3627]

Hello. I have a question if you or any of the viewers have encountered a problem. I have that microphone and sometimes when I talk or even when I don't talk, the mic volume goes down to 50% +- . Then when I call someone, they hardly hear me.

[@ninjakhalifa1904]

Im buying the mic is it good or not

[@wowskil8427]

You should make a mount exactly like the Shure sm7b with the 2 arms, it would make it look better for sure.

[@K4masha]

Are using a sound card with it or just the cable usb to type C that came with it?

[@horvathbence8143]

Hello. I have a fifine a8 plus right now. Is it worth switching to this mic?

[@itbraindead]

this is so good with onboard memory im make it so no rgb but when muted red

[@CharitishIsHim]

His voice is so nice! ASMR

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Awwww thanks :)

[@mohmmadalali7879]

My friend I need help .. my original wire has been broke .. I try it with different wire but same type USB mini .. but it does not work.. what's the problem?? Does it only work with it main wire .. I mean does it need strong wire that take more electricity power?

[@ryn5302]

Need a data transfer USB cable. Guess you have used a charging USB cable..they don't work.

[@ImMikeNice]

I have a dedicated sound card in my PC. It’s a Creative Sound BlasterX AE-5 Plus and the inputs are 3.5mm. Any good desk mic recommendations that aren’t USB?? I’m having a hard time finding one. Thanks!

[@DarkenedCyrus]

That is 3.5mm? I have 0. Most mics I work with are XLR or USB

[@CuePlayz]

would you recommend this mic, or is there something else you would recommend. I was thinking the At2020usb-x

[@DarkenedCyrus]

I kept from doing a recommendation and leaving it open ended as it was more of a first impression. I need to do some more testing with it, but out of box, I like the way it sounds. I think the Wave 3 offers more options for the same price with their software, so I’d recommend that just from a software point of view

[@dandee28]

how do you do the mic monitoring thing you mentioned with headphones plugged in? what does that do? I just picked it up for 60 USD brand new from someone on fb haha

[@DarkenedCyrus]

It’s so you can hear what the microphone is picking up in your headphones. Some people don’t like it, but it’s a must have feature for me, so I always mention it

[@dandee28]

@@DarkenedCyrus how do i turn it on? or is it automatic?

[@isaaccelalla4725]

So I have a genuine question I have this microphone but it doesn’t pick up my voice if it’s not down my throat directly in my vocal chords how come his works form further away

[@DarkenedCyrus]

So, how close are you actually meaning? No exaggeration.

[@jasonsignor7237]

Nice. Seems like it could use a bit of gain though. Does this have a gain switch?

[@noxcattus5756]

Yes it has;)

[@waltjennette]

How are you able to tag products that aren't in your store? I've been trying to figure that out for a couple weeks now lol

[@DarkenedCyrus]

I got an invitation to join the affiliate piece for KZbin. Idk what those requirements are

[@d3lvin730]

great review. + 1 sub

[@viicess6221]

I have the fifine rn. I’m very tempted to get this. Would you recommend me sticking with the fifine? I can’t decide 😩

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Which FIFINE? I wouldn’t upgrade unless you see a need or just have the disposable income!

[@Kleadsy]

It depends on which fifine mic you have. Some fifine mics are even better than hyperx.

[@baiacuw7696]

@@Kleadsy can you say some exemples? i cant decide too

[@Duck.lover.22]

is it the same as the black one just white? bc i have the black one but want to sell it and buy the white one.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Yep!

[@btw_yoru]

Underrated video 🖐️🙂‍↕️

Can I have a link to the stand you are using for the mic?

[@Flattithefish]

Sm7b cost like 400

[@OGwildYT]

Dude when I got it I said in my mind this is big lol

[@SpiritClawandExoticClaw]

Mom bought me one for my birthday but I can’t use it till after Saturday

[@BetoTheButcher]

Id love to know your audio settings. Were you using OBS while reviewing your mic? You sound really good on the Hyper X mic. Id love to match your settings on mine.

[@BetoTheButcher]

Did a search of your channel and just found it i believe.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Completely raw! This was out of box and yes, I used OBS

[@redfire8736]

Will it help with making Minecraft videos

[@DarkenedCyrus]

If you need a mic, sure!

[@xEndlesSRecords]

Hey, does this work with Xbox Series X?

[@RiZeSweatZ]

@@xEndlesSRecords no, xbox does not support usb microphones

[@chris-fc8po]

Does it pick up keyboard sounds?

[@hedangendubz]

yes it does

[@xXAllTheWayTurntUp]

Y is bro so joyous in that thumbnail

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Dab me up

[@DarthLoganXV]

Got one today for 116 dollars on Amazon

[@julmardimacali5559]

what mic are you using in this vid bro?

[@Flattithefish]

Sm7b costs about 400

[@Rakyoz]

But if I choose specific settings for the mic with my pc, will it be saved if I plug it into my PS5 ?

[@brandonr1590]

Worth $50 barely used?

[@brandonr1590]

I was using my shure mv7 but the usb port on the bottom somehow came loose and fell inside 😢

[@DarkenedCyrus]

100%. That’s a great deal

[@leonardodavinci7425]

I bought one second hand for €90

[@Ron_ie]

Thats pretty much the same price but for second hand

[@leonardodavinci7425]

@@Ron_ie Nah, it's about 20 euro more expensive on Amazon

[@VuBeClan]

bought it for €95 today on Amazon, new

[@brianlopez1340]

@@leonardodavinci7425 gonna pick one up today for $50

[@BacktotheRetroReview]

So many cheaper options that sound the same our better. Such as the maono pd200x

[@Kleadsy]

I agree, I’m upgrading to fifine m8 rn but just ordered it a week ago.

[@actuallygreenthumb4261]

i think the hyperx duocast sounds better and its alot cheaper than this

[@G-R-I-I-I-M]

2:22 That's what she said.

[@Cenzoy.]

i don't recommend this mic ive had 2 now im on my second one now thats just broke for no reason

[@YoungCheezy325]

Buying non recyclable tech and complaining about the amount of plastic that houses it because it's not "eco friendly" then can't figure out how to open it. cmon man.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

I mean. You're not wrong. But also not right as it still is a problem lol