Features:

  • HyperX Dual Chamber Drivers for more distinction and less distortion
  • Signature Award-Winning HyperX comfort. Impedance: 65 ohms
  • Durable aluminum frame with expanded headband. Sound pressure level : 98dBSPL/mW at 1kHz
  • Detachable braided cable with convenient in-line audio control.Sensitivity- -43dBV (0dB=1V/Pa,1kHz)
  • Detachable noise cancellation microphone
  • Compatible with PC, PS4, PS4 Pro, Xbox One*, Xbox One S*, Mac, Mobile**, Nintendo Switch, VR***
Best comfortable headphone ever

I tired many headphones Astro A40, A50, AKG 7XX, Sony gold headset and planutain. I got this just now. Once I open it and try it on I felt this headset are light and bit tight on ears. I feel no pain on ears or head level however this headset are so good that can beat the other headphones I owned. No joke Astro does have great sound but their headphones are heavy and won't feel comfortable after 3 hrs of gaming. I wear glasses to play so it will be a bit difficult. The bass and sound are great however if you guys want to boost up the sound on a console I suggest u have to buy an amp like astro to increase the sound if you willing to spend more I will go with Sound blaster X7. Have a good day reading I hope my words are helpful to anyone going to buy gaming headset. And once again thanks for reading😂😁

There isn't a 99 dollar headset out there that can compete with the Cloud Alpha Pro.

There isn't a 99 dollar headset out there that can compete. I loved my HyperX Revolver headset but I broke them and needed to get a replacement. I decided to give the Alpha Pro a try. OMG, I'm so glad I did. First off, they sound amazing for the price. I'm not talking audiophile $5000.00 headphone amazing. I talking price to performance amazing. I own a pair of Sennheiser HD 600, Beyerdynamic DT 990, and the Philips X2. The Alpha Pro is like a "closed back" baby brother of the Philips X2 with a mic. Secondly, the mic is really, really good. It's not Sony C800, Neumann U87, or Shure SM7B good but for gaming it's perfect. The only mics that are slightly better in my opinion are the Sennheiser GameZero's mic or the V-Moda boom mic. I returned my ModMic 5 after I did comparison tests. Third, these things are super comfy. The ear cups are super plush and soft. It's like having pillows on my ears. Also the headband didn't squeeze my head which was a very nice surprise. My only gripe is the ear cups get a little warm after a few hours of gaming so I have to take them off every now and then. Other than that these are solid. Kingston is really onto something here.HyperX Cloud Alpha Pro Gaming Headset for PC, PS4 & Xbox One, Nintendo Switch (HX-HSCA-RD/AM)

Best headset on the market, bar none.

I will start by explaining that I've never reviewed a product on Amazon before. I just feel highly compelled to share my incredibly positive experience with anyone shopping for a high-quality headset. I have used a variety of different headsets, either for gaming, or music listening. I have spent anywhere between $60 and $300 on headsets, with the ultimate goal of finding something exceptional. Before I ordered this headset, I had settled for something mediocre (Turtle Beach XO Seven). I decided to give this headset a try, and I cannot begin to describe how pleased I am with this purchase. Comfortability: 5/5 This headset is without a doubt the most comfortable headset I've ever worn. The ear cups sit lightly but snuggly against your head. You can even wear them with glasses for extended periods of time without any discomfort at all! This is important to me, as I often am required to wear glasses while playing video games, which is the primary function of this headset for me. These ear cups are also ventilated somehow, as my ears do not get hot at all while gaming. With other headsets, I found my ears becoming hot during long gaming sessions, not the case at all with these. Sound: 5/5 This is arguably the most important aspect of any headset, and it's an area in which this headset blows away. This headset is so crisp with its sounds, it's almost unnerving. I play competitive first-person shooter games, and it's of extreme importance to distinguish sounds clearly, and directionally. I am able to pinpoint exactly where each individual sound is coming from while wearing this headset. Not only can I hear where they are locationally, but I can even tell what surface my opponents are walking on due to the clarity of sound. *This headset provides stunning bass, that's deep and full, without sounding muddy. I figured I'd mention that as well because that's nearly impossible to find in headsets. Durability: 5/5 I believe this headset is made from aluminum. It is certainly metal, and extremely durable, despite how lightweight it is. My children knock my headsets off my desk it seems 3 times a day. This headset is still rock-solid, despite the abuse my children throw at it. I also highly appreciate the braided cable, I have mistakenly rolled over the cable with my chair before realizing it had been knocked off my desk again; luckily, it still remains in excellent shape. Quality: 5/5 Everything about this headset is top-notch. From the packaging to the little things like the tightness of the microphone (it's removable). I like how I can plug it into my Xbox controller and play, plug it into my phone and have a conversation, or listen to music. Then I can turn around, swap out the cables (takes 2 seconds), plug it into my computer, and I'm good to go on the PC. Final thoughts: I am extremely pleased with this product, Kingston truly knocked it out of the park with this one. I have bragged about this thing to all of my friends, whom now are dying to purchase one for themselves. I must say that this headset is a must-have for anyone that values quality. This headset will surpass all expectations from the casual gamer all the way up to the professional. Enough good things cannot be said about this product. IF THIS PRODUCT BECOME BROKEN OR LOST, WOULD I GO OUT AND PURCHASE A NEW ONE TODAY? Absolutely!

... now for about 3 weeks and have nothing but great things to say

I have had these Cloud Alpha headsets now for about 3 weeks and have nothing but great things to say.... well maybe one minor gripe; the ear cups. However, a quick upgrade to the Brainwavz (red velour) ear cups have made a 200% difference in comfort! You barely even feel the headsets and they are still tight enough to feel solid on your head. I have been using Astro A40s since 2013 and have often used some of my audiophile headphones when I wish to not use a microphone. Thus, I've never been truly happy with the A40 sound. They are muffled and lack fidelity and presence. I tried these new Cloud Alphas and wow. Immmediately impressed with them all around. Great construction, feel, and sound. The mic sounds amazing... they absolutely kill the A40's mic; makes them sound like cheap $3 microphones. The A40s sound anemic compared to these headsets. I will never go back to Astro, accept for using their TR Mix Amp Pro; which when combined with these headphones I believe make the perfect mid-range <$250 headset combo. I have a background in audio recording so my ears now good sound. Get these headsets; you won't be disappointed. Spend the extra $20 and upgrade the earcups and you'll be hooked on the sound.

My son loves these! (so do I)

My 14 year old son loves this headset for PS4 compared to past headsets he has had. He had a cheaper turtle beach set that sounded horrible and the PS gold wireless, which he hated because it disconnected on him frequently. He requested a wired set. I actually purchased the Revolver S 7.1 audio dongle from Hyper X (HXS-HSDG3) directly for $30 too and it works great with the Cloud Alpha. I was going to buy the Revolver S headset, but the twang complaints of the metal band scared me. I am very happy with this purchase. At my age I hate to admit that I also play PS4 occasionally and never used a headset, but tried these (mic off) and I am hearing footsteps in COD that I never heard before with my 7.2 surround sound speaker setup. It can definitely give you an edge in online game play and sounds amazing.

I have finally found a set of headset that I like. I have done my researched and purchased just ...

Found it! After numerous purchases and try outs (bought and returned), I have finally found a set of headset that I like. I have done my researched and purchased just about every pair you can imagine. Note that I am using this headset with Astro Amp. I used it directly with my Xbox One Controller and works fine but I had the amp so it boosted the sound greatly. The sound quality is excellent, clean, good bass (not overpowering), details of highs and lows are great. I can hear directional noises front, rear, left and right and footsteps. Quality is great especially for the price. Comfort is great. Mic is good with good noise reduction. Here are a few that I have purchased and some I had returned in the past year. Sennheiser Game One (returned) best mic but I lost the footsteps for FPS games Astro A50 wireless (still have them) used with my Playstation 4, batteries do not last long and must be connected to permanent power to charge the headphones. Sound is good and is comfortable. Astro A40 with mix amp (still have them) used for my Xbox. Sound is good and comfortable. Turtle Beach Stealth 700 (Crap) looses signal and sound Turtle Beach Elite 800 wireless, great sound and fit and finish but mic is terrible, my buddies was asking if I had something in my mouth when I talked. Artics 3 great sound and clarity does not include mic monitoring. Was not comfortable. Artics 7 great sound and clarity does not include mic monitoring so I could not hear my self speaking in game chat. HyperX Cloud Pro Xbox version (I think these are the same as the cloud II). Love it until I tried the Alpha.

Best headset for $100

I have a pair of Hyper X Cloud 2's and they're great, but the wire finally fatigued and I lost the right speaker. Picked these up specifically because they have a detachable 3.5mm jack/ wire. The comfort, sound quality, microphone, etc is as good or better than the Cloud 2's and now I don't have to worry about soldering a new 3.5mm jack on when the wire eventually fatigues. I highly recommend this headset and I think it is the best option for a gaming headset at the $100 price point. And, the 7.1 surround USB connector that came with the Cloud 2's works with the Alphas so these are really a perfect upgrade/replacement for when the wire eventually goes out on your Cloud 2's. Don't get me wrong, Kingston uses good braided/insulated wires and they lasted several years, but all wires eventually fatigue and break with enough use and punishment. Big kudos for making a solid headset with a detachable wire.

HyperX has done it again!

Box looks great when I opened up the package. The packaging inside was very well done! I was thoroughly impressed. I've own HyperX Cloud I's and the packaging in both has always put a smile on my face when I open it. It's like a child opening up a present to find the gift they wished for. Headphones look amazing! They are actually smaller and more compact than the Cloud I's. It feels lighter too. I first had trouble with the sound quality, it felt like the sound was echoing or like it was being projected down a long hallway but that was my fault. I didn't push the audio jack into the headphones all the way in. Sound is superb! There is a noticeable difference between these and the Cloud I's. The direction of where sounds are coming from in games (like in PUBG) are more spatial. I can quickly react. It's almost as if it's surround sound but it's not. Gunshots are deeper and richer in tone. So are the explosions... my God the explosions. Maybe I have a pretty good sound card. Mic sounds decent. Not the best but better than the Cloud 1's which pooped on me within a year. For it's price, this is a bang for your buck. The comfort level is superb as expected in HyperX headsets. Fits snuggly around my head and cancels out any noise around me. I feel deeply immersed in my game with these bad boys on. 10/10 would do it again for this price compared to other headsets in the same price range.

Like a Cloud, but heavier

I have every Kingston Cloud headset. All of them. The Revolver sounds better but.. The headband on the Revolver clangs like a Bell if you accidentally tough it trying to scratch your head or something (very annoying). This headset does not do that. Also the Alpha headset has a very cool mike mute switch and volume switch built into the cord (very useful). But wait there's more, the cord is also removable/replaceable in case your cat uses it as a chew toy. Comfortable, even for big heads. Kingston needs to update the Revolver's with a better headband that doesn't make noise and use the same replaceable cord with the mike mute and volume control. I have also bought the Sennheiser Zeros (complete garbage), Turtle Beach (junk) and the Astro A50 (garbage), Sony (decent, but the Kingston's are better), Microsoft (ok, but break pretty easy). That's my run down, you will be safe happy and have a few extra bucks in your wallet so buy the Kingston Alphas until they update the Revolver's.

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