HyperX have today confirmed that their CloudX Pro Gaming Headset is now shipping for Xbox One!
An officially licensed headset, the HyperX CloudX for Xbox One has been designed specifically with Xbox convenience and style in mind It comes with an in-line audio control, detachable mic and a rather stunning silver aluminium frame and matt black finish to should go supremely well with the Xbox Elite controller. With great comfort and immersive audio from the 100% memory foam ear cushions, headband and large 53mm drivers, you’ll be able to get involved in hours of gaming on Xbox one, Windows, mobile and other consoles.
The CloudX also comes with an exclusive hard shell carrying case for protection and convenient portability, interchangeable velour ear cups, and a 2M PC extension cable.
“The HyperX Cloud family has gained notoriety for its comfort, quality and value add,” said Lawrence Yang, HyperX global business manager. “We have designed CloudX with the same award winning features and added console conveniences and premium accessories all while keeping gamer’s budgets in mind to maintain an exceptional price point.”
If you’re in the United States, then you can grab the CloudX from Best Buy and GameStop for $99.99 USD. We’re trying to find out if us UK folk will be able to get hold of one as well. It certainly looks and sounds very neat so we’d be hugely interested.
HyperX CloudX Features and Specifications:
- Official Xbox™ licensed headset: Tested and approved by Microsoft, HyperX CloudX works with Xbox Elite wireless controllers and other Xbox One controllers with a 3.5mm stereo headset jack. With additional Windows compatibility, it comes with a 2M PC extension cable with stereo and mic plugs.
- In-line audio control: Conveniently adjust volume and mute microphone right on the cable, with no need to go into console settings to adjust headset sound.
- Hard shell carrying case: HyperX CloudX comes with a handy, hard shell carrying case to protect it and make it easy to take with you, wherever you game.
- Award-winning total comfort: Its 100% memory foam ear cushions with padded leatherette headband give you the ultimate in comfort, even when you’re gaming for hours on end.
- Immersive in-game audio: Lose yourself in the game with HyperX Cloud’s award-winning audio performance featuring crystal-clear low, mid and high tones and a closed cup design for environmental noise isolation. HyperX Cloud is HiFi capable, with 53mm drivers.
- Detachable noise-cancellation microphone: The removable microphone boom is easy to plug in for gaming or unplug to listen to music. Its flexible design allows for custom mic positioning.
- Durable aluminum frame: Its solid aluminum frame gives HyperX Cloud long-lasting stability and durability.
- Interchangeable ear cups: Two sets of cushions allow for different textural comfort against the ear. The velour cushions provide breathable comfort and open sound, while the leatherette cushions reduce surrounding noises.
Headphone:
- Driver: Dynamic, 53mm with neodymium magnets
- Type: Circumaural, Closed back
- Frequency response: 15Hz–25,000Hz
- Impedance: 60Ω
- Sound pressure level: 98dBSPL/mW at 1kHz
- T.H.D.: < 2%
- Input power: Rated 150mW, Maximum 300mW
- Weight: 309g
- Weight w/ mic and cable: 322g
- Cable length and type: Headset (1.3m) + PC extension cable (2m)
- Connection: Headset – 3.5mm plug (4 pole) + PC extension cable and mic plugs
Microphone:
- Element: Electret condenser microphone
- Polar pattern: Uni-directional, Noise-canceling
- Frequency response: 50Hz–18,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: -39dBV (0dB=1V/Pa,1kHz)
