HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Review - A Worthy Refresh?

[@peterwoodaman5936]

Thanks for posting! Ironically I own the cloud alphas and the wired cloud core and the original stingers and for whatever reason positional awareness on FPS games on the new stinger 2 is leaps and bounds better than my other hyper x headsets. I tested the stinger 2 for a few weeks and went back to my other hyper x headsets and it was night and day. That’s the beauty of headsets! You just never know what fits for what player!

[@PiotrBarcz]

A guy from reddit suggested I watch this video and thank goodness that happened because I was looking to hear what that microphone sounds like! I've got a pair of those expensive Sony headphones that all recording studios use (I'm a musician) but they of course don't have a built in mic so I've been trying to figure out what cheaper headset to buy that sounds alright for casual use and that has a decent mic. Do these self monitor by any chance so you can hear the microphone output in your ears while talking?

[@KraljHD]

I just wish that hyperx started adding Bluetooth to their headsets. They just aren't a best buy anymore since they're not as versatile as something like the barracuda and nova 7.

[@v3nnyx]

The mic quality will be bad if it’s bluetooth thats why most gaming headphones with microphones doesn’t support bluetooth

[@KraljHD]

@@v3nnyx it would be worse only if you use it in Bluetooth mode. And that's irrelevant if it would be worse either way.

[@cartelgxldytchannel5928]

Thanks for the review! How do I get the mic working?

[@JoshuaDay0550]

just bought these. Had the cloud alphas for 5 years and they finally broke. Didnt want to spend 100$ on a headset again, esp just for cs go and youtube. Looked these up - 40$ at bestbuy. 10$ for the two year protection. love them. They are as comfortable, if not better than the alphas. I dont even feel them on my head. I have longer, curly hair and it doesnt get caught in it. the mic sounds great - better than the Mod mic that I was using. great value imo.

[@Sythee05]

How are they now? Any problems?

[@mustafa_serag]

Had the original stinger and the mic was garbage... Had it boosted in windows so I don't have to shout to be heard. Also, the volume knob started to screw with the audio balance. Got the msi gh61 based on your recommendation and so far I am liking it a lot.

[@HTS21]

Great review man, just have one question, i love the stinger 1's sound, does the stinger 2 sound better? equal to? not quite like the '1s? thanks

[@GadgetryTech]

Hi HTS! Thanks. I think it can be subjective, but I do like the sound on the Stinger 2 more than the 1. I would prefer the newer ones.

[@VOLTRONDEFENDER4440]

thats the popfilter thats on the mic it prevents noises from your breathy voice

[@gnomisa]

Most say they are very comfortable but then some comment about shallow cushions. I have old Steelseries Siberia V2 which have too soft and shallow cushions and no problem. I wonder where all the whining about stingers cushions comes from...

[@rodrigogonzalez7462]

Hello Joe, great review as always!, may I suggest having playlist by price range?

[@GadgetryTech]

Thanks Rodrigo! I will consider it for sure! It can be challenging to maintain but I don't think that's a bad idea. I typically haven't used additional playlists beyond my primary review categories but if I can put a few extras towards the bottom, I will see what can be done. Appreciate the support!

[@ppgplushgaming2475]

Hi quick question, does anyone know how to get the microphone working by any chance?? I would really appreciate the help!!🙏🏼

[@silgrimmarak8699]

Hyperx cloud stinger 2 vs razer blackshark v2 x? Which one is better? They are at the same price, but i have a discount coupon for hyperx

[@yashahuja4444]

Which one you got? And hyperx got 7.1?

[@silgrimmarak8699]

​@@yashahuja4444oh, i got blackshark v2 x, that headphone got 7.1 too, ..

[@OG_edits-13]

Hey, great review but I have a question. Can you use this on a pc? thanks.

[@osamaizz7328]

Yep

[@osteopathichomeopathicking6154]

Which budget headset has the most bass in the voice?

[@meishi7271]

Is this better than the Steel Series Arctic Nova 1?

[@chilljoee]

Late reply but yes. I have both and i prefer the HyperX CS2

[@Oj_Mayo]

I feel like the volume on these were a lil low

[@nuggetz4548]

Hey ​​​​​I was wondering what would be a good headset for the Xbox under 60 or 80 dollars. I’m looking for a wired headset. Thank you!

[@flaviovercetti]

Budget headset that has the best raw mic quality?

[@lefenka2]

Is this better than the Steel Series Arctic Nova 1?

[@ahmedpc03]

good review, thanks, but I hope to see the sound profile on your next reviews as usual

[@GadgetryTech]

Thanks! So my headphone measuring rig actually has a simulated ear pinna in addition to calibrated mics. Because these headphones have such a shallow ear cup, the pinna gets crushed/distorted, which will affect the measurement and make it inaccurate. I will provide you a link here to view, but please note that this does not accurately represent what the headset actually sounds like, so take it with a grain of salt. I try to maintain ethical coverage and not mislead viewers or "lie" and take the easy way out. Hopefully this makes sense! On a side note - I am purchasing parts to make a much more expensive and accurate measurement rig, with custom pinna. This will allow me to more closely represent GRAS 43AG measurements which is a $10k measuring rig that I can't really justify buying right now. imgur.com/a88UOS9

[@ahmedpc03]

@@GadgetryTech I appreciate your effort, and I wish you more success

[@abyanazeem4875]

Some Utbers saying not worthy some saying is worthy........oh god what is this

[@Huntedfr]

Wont let me cknnect on my pc

[@Junya01]

Can anyone tell me what's the difference between this and the core version? The latter is what I have 🤔

[@I_Am_Talos]

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[@Junya01]

@@I_Am_Talos cheers man

[@plainsalted2844]

is this worth upgrading coming from the original stinger

[@peterwoodaman5936]

The build quality is more plastic than the original stingers but the comfort and sound are definitely improved and I love the new design

[@plainsalted2844]

@@peterwoodaman5936 i heard the foams are more stiff

[@lefenka2]

You smash nova 1 but now you say they are better than the hyper x that you praised

[@Aqsaonly]

what the difference between this (HyperX Cloud Stinger 2) and HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 core?

[@silgrimmarak8699]

You still don't get the answer? I was also looking for this.

[@silgrimmarak8699]

I think the only differences are 50mm drivers with cloud stinger 2 vs 40mm drivers with stinger 2 core, and stinger 2 is bit cost more than stinger 2 core.

[@Junya01]

@@silgrimmarak8699 thanks, been wondering for ages

[@Jra362]

Can I use these on a Xbox series x?

[@Cam-i]

you can get the cloud 2s for 50$

[@Cam-i]

@@iheuzio Yes... you can get the cloud 2 headphones for 50$

[@MoshKilll]

For Warzone? Yes or No?

[@tennesc]

stinger 1 better imo

[@HorribleHomeVideo]

@09:30 it suddenly sounds like your in a tin can lol

[@HorribleHomeVideo]

consider sound dampening that room for your video reasons if nothing else so the audio is not picking up all the echo and reflective sound

[@GadgetryTech]

I'm in a new studio w sound treatment. Check out more recent reviews. Thanks for checking out the channel!

[@shoak4551]

This headset is trash never buy this I plugged it in it doesn't even get recognized in my audio devices 2 I can't even use the microphone on discord 3 the sound while playing games and movies is so shity and low quality

[@EditingJarvis]

actually? because i was hoping to use it for discord ill buy it and tell u what happens and if i have the same stuff

[@shehhejd]

@@EditingJarviswhat happened

[@TotoyMolangMarikina]

a fucking hater