{"id":168322,"date":"2023-09-07T15:54:07","date_gmt":"2023-09-07T14:54:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=168322"},"modified":"2023-09-07T15:55:04","modified_gmt":"2023-09-07T14:55:04","slug":"hyperx-cloud-stinger-core-mainstream-gaming-headset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/headphones\/hyperx-cloud-stinger-core-mainstream-gaming-headset\/","title":{"rendered":"HyperX Cloud Stinger Core: Mainstream gaming headset"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Although the concept of wireless headphones is the most sought after by users today, there is still plenty of room for the more classic models to continue to attract the attention of\u00a0lifelong\u00a0gamers .\u00a0Whether you like to play your favorite games on your PC or current-gen consoles, the\u00a0HyperX Cloud Stinger Core\u00a0promises to be the solution when it comes to sound.<\/p>\n<p>HyperX Cloud Stinger Core is a mid-range wired headset\u00a0designed for people who are focused on gaming experiences and want to be able to enjoy high-quality sound in a lightweight enough frame for long-term use.\u00a0Below we check out some of the additional specifications that will make you seriously think about acquiring them over other alternatives on the market.<\/p>\n<h2>A classic design without eccentricities<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-114528 size-full entered lazyloaded aligncenter\" title=\"HyperX Cloud Stinger Core looks no surprises in sight\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/26_techweek.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-114528\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">HyperX Cloud Stinger Core looks no surprises in sight<\/p>\n<p>The first thing that can be mentioned about this type of helmet is that it has sought not to draw too much attention to its aesthetics, because far from modern options that even dare to add RGB backlighting or details in fluorine colors, here everything is shown in\u00a0one black surface with the brand logo, also in a dark tone,\u00a0on one of its ends.<\/p>\n<p>In the line of longtime gaming headsets, the HyperX Cloud Stinger Core features a PC extension cable with separate stereo and mic plugs, plus a steel slider adjustment system to fit snugly over the\u00a0headset\u00a0. different sizes of the head of the users, and on their ends some\u00a0soft pads so that your ears avoid the typical effect of burning or pain\u00a0when they are worn for several hours continuously.<\/p>\n<p>As you&#8217;d expect, you won&#8217;t be without a swivel microphone that can be flipped up when not in use so it doesn&#8217;t obstruct your field of view, plus an on-cord control\u00a0pod so you&#8217;re able to adjust the volume and mute the microphone.\u00a0without having to search inside the menus of the PC or the console.<\/p>\n<h2>Above average sound quality<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-114527 size-full entered lazyloaded aligncenter\" title=\"HyperX Cloud Stinger Core have a retractable microphone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/1_techweek.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-114527\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">HyperX Cloud Stinger Core have a retractable microphone<\/p>\n<p>There are several elements out of the ordinary when it comes to sound quality, such as the clarity offered by its communication system.\u00a0For one,\u00a0its closed-cup design and 40mm directional drivers help block out general distractions\u00a0if you find yourself in a noisy environment.<\/p>\n<p>You should bear in mind that the\u00a0HyperX Cloud Stinger Core have achieved the official DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio certification,\u00a0that is, a technology developed by Dolby that focuses on obtaining spatial sound experiences in which you really feel that the different audio effects coming from of a scene or your game arrive from different zones.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, there is a built-in noise cancellation system for the microphone so that the people with whom you are in communication do not perceive the sounds or background noise.<\/p>\n<p>As is logical, since it does not have wireless communication technology, you only have to connect the cable to a\u00a0conventional audio input on the Windows PC or Mac\u00a0, or on your mobile when you want to play away from home.\u00a0The same is true for current and previous generation consoles such as\u00a0Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Playstation 4 or Playstation 5\u00a0through the jack on your controller, or\u00a0Nintendo Switch\u00a0when you want to play in portable mode.<\/p>\n<h2>Comparison with Cloud Stinger 2<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-114526 size-full entered lazyloaded aligncenter\" title=\"HyperX Cloud Stinger Core are a good alternative among wired headphones\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/27_techweek.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-114526\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">HyperX Cloud Stinger Core are a good alternative among wired headphones<\/p>\n<p>Compared to other creations of the brand, you can consider\u00a0Cloud Stinger 2\u00a0as a similar version that will ask you for little money in return.\u00a0Its operation is also wired and matches a classic design style with a black structure and integrated retractable microphone.\u00a0Of course,\u00a0it is a little more robust with a total weight that rises from 215 grams in the protagonist of this analysis to 275 grams\u00a0.<\/p>\n<p>Cloud Stinger 2 also has Dolby audio support\u00a0for a 3D audio experience through DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio technology, as well as voice communication with noise cancellation support that automatically mutes when folded. , so the conclusion could calmly be that you opt for either of the two, or rather,\u00a0the one you get at a better price without fear of being wrong.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-168323\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pasted-27-1920x1080.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pasted-27-1920x1080.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pasted-27-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pasted-27-770x433.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pasted-27-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pasted-27-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pasted-27-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Pasted-27.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>They are lighter and more comfortable than they seem<\/li>\n<li>Dolby spatial audio technology support<\/li>\n<li>Noise cancellation for its integrated microphone<\/li>\n<li>It is compatible with all types of devices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No support for wireless use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Features<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wpsm-table wpsm-table-black\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">SPECIFICATIONS<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Make model<\/td>\n<td>HyperX Cloud Stinger Core<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Weight<\/td>\n<td>215 grams<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Color<\/td>\n<td>Black<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Microphone<\/td>\n<td>Yeah<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Noise Cancellation<\/td>\n<td>yes for microphone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>audio technology<\/td>\n<td>DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Compatibility<\/td>\n<td>Windows PC, Mac, Playstation 4, Playstation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Official site<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/row.hyperx.com\/products\/hyperx-cloud-stinger-core-pc?variant=40911970664653\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HyperX<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Content \/ Accessories<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>Headphones<\/li>\n<li>Extension cable for microphone and audio,<\/li>\n<li>User&#8217;s Guide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although the concept of wireless headphones is the most sought after by users today, there is still plenty of room for the more classic models to continue to attract the attention of\u00a0lifelong\u00a0gamers .\u00a0Whether you like to play your favorite games on your PC or current-gen consoles, the\u00a0HyperX Cloud Stinger Core\u00a0promises to be the solution when [&hellip;] <a class=\"g1-link g1-link-more\" 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