Reddit reviews HyperX Cloud Revolver S Gaming Headset with Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound for PC, PS4, PS4 PRO, Xbox One, Xbox One S (HX-HSCRS-GM/NA)

I'm always gonna reccomend HyperX headsets. I have bought other "gaming" headsets and after I got my first HyperX I seriously will never switch to anything else.

On a budget:

https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Stinger-Nintendo-HX-HSCS-BK-NA/dp/B01L2ZRYVE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1519911387&sr=8-2&keywords=hyperx

Have some money:

https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Cloud-Gaming-Headset-KHX-HSCC-BK/dp/B0153XL4V2/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1519911387&sr=8-5&keywords=hyperx

Big balla:

https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Revolver-Surround-HX-HSCRS-GM-NA/dp/B01N9RM9N3/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1519911387&sr=8-7&keywords=hyperx

I've owned the stinger, the cloud, and the cloud 2. To be honest I didnt notice much difference between the cloud 1 and 2 except that the mic is a bit clearer since it can noise cancel.

edit: The stinger is a very good headset for the price though, they mostly cut costs on it by removing the metal bits and attaching the microphone. It won't stand up to someone who rages and throws their headsets though (rip my stinger, damn you mary).

Hi. I wanted to comment on this because I recently got this headset and I spent some time experimenting with some diffo sound mixes. What I've tried so far is just regular ole stereo that downmixes whatever you put in, the dolby headphones that this virtual 7.1 surround card does, and dolby atmos for headphones and here's what I've learned from the 3 compared.

So with both both Dolby Headphones and Dolby Atmos Headphones you get this awesome expanded sound stage and it sounds like the sound is more 'out of your head' and helps alleviate the cramped sound stage inherent to closed back headphones. However, the sound card's solution (Dolby Headphones) adds a ton of reverb so situations where you're listening to vocals or someone talking it sounds like they're in a really echo-y room. On top of that, dolby headphones completely destroyed positional sound for me. I no longer could tell the source of a noise, a problem I didn't have with Dolby Atmos Headphones or with plain ole stereo.

TBH, I think the dongle/usb sound card you get is garbage. My xbox one controller appears to have a higher ohm output (based on very non-scientific listening tests) and the virtual surround sound is worthless unless you are only listening to very textured music and don't mind the reverb.

Dolby Atmos Headphones was p. great though. I got the best of both worlds and didn't notice any sound degradation. Fortunately, since it's just software, you can use it with any set of headphones. Unfortunately I can't get it on my linux work station when I'm listening to music during the work day :/

That was a lot of unsolicited opinion, but I hope it's helpful anyhow.

EDIT: I'm actually not sure if the dongle is 'Dolby Headphones' or a diffo technology. Either way I didn't like w/e the dongle was doing to my positional sound.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01N9RM9N3/ref=psdcmw_172487_t3_B00SAYCVTQ

Everything and 7.1 at $150

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00SAYCXWG/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1493662166&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=hyperx+headset+7.1&dpPl=1&dpID=514cV6xMKrL&ref=plSrch

Or virtual 7.1 for under $100

I use this: https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Revolver-Gaming-Headset-Surround/dp/B01N9RM9N3/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1548287139&sr=8-1&keywords=hyperx+revolver+s. I'm not an audiophile but I chose that since there weren't any choices for headsets that support 7.1 sound for PS4, and is cheaper compared to this https://www.amazon.com/SteelSeries-GameDAC-Headset-Play-Station-4/dp/B07HSFN9W2/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=LOD22UP2SXFM&keywords=steelseries+arctis+7&qid=1555380200&s=gateway&sprefix=steelseries+%2Caps%2C342&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1. Sorry not much that help.

https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Revolver-Surround-HX-HSCRS-GM-NA/dp/B01N9RM9N3/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1520481908&sr=1-2&keywords=HyperX+Cloud+Revolver

Cloud IIs are pretty old now. Try take a look at HyperX's latest model the Cloud Revolver S
https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Revolver-Surround-HX-HSCRS-GM-NA/dp/B01N9RM9N3/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491755754&sr=8-1&keywords=Cloud+Revolver+S

The Revolvers are better. I snagged them on sale and they work on both PS4 + PC/Mac with surround sound. Amazing difference.

Sennheiser is the best of the best, but be ready to pay $100-200 premium for same quality as Beyerdynamic until you start getting close to $800 plus where no one can keep up with Sennheiser.

As for speakers, they don't tend to really get "good" unless you start spending ungodly money. I use these, but it's nothing crazy, just something I use for when I don't feel like wearing headphones (most single player games).

If you want a headset instead of headphones I recommend these.

These headphone fit perfectly over the halo. I used them with the PSVR and I am happy they work just as well on the Rift S: HyperX Cloud Revolver S

I want to buy this usb headset and have it be plugged into my PC and PS4 at the same time. Would I need just a simple usb splitter and what kind? They don’t need to run at same time. I just don’t want to unplug and plug in every time I switch devices.

HyperX Cloud Revolver S Gaming Headset with Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound - Steel Frame - Signature Memory Foam - Premium Leatherette - Works with PC, PS4, PS4 PRO, Xbox One, Xbox One S (HX-HSCRS-GM/NA) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9RM9N3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_afd.Bb106CFW9

I have HyperX Cloud Revolver S headphones. They are great.

They are on a great sale right now on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9RM9N3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_v5T.BbVH9F8BJ

This is what I have and I couldn’t be happier.

HyperX Cloud Revolver S Gaming Headset with Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound for PC, PS4, PS4 PRO, Xbox One¹, Xbox One S¹ (HX-HSCRS-GM/NA) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9RM9N3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.NRCAbQSR7788

I have the Hyper X Revolver S and I couldn't be happier.

Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Revolver-Surround-HX-HSCRS-GM-NA/dp/B01N9RM9N3?th=1&psc=1