Kingston HyperX Cloud Alpha S

The Cloud Alpha S is, as with all HyperX headsets, a very well made, great sounding and - in this case - a somewhat reasonable price. Priced £30/$30 higher than the Cloud Alpha, this price is as a result of extra features which include a bass slide and...

The HyperX Cloud Alpha S builds upon the success of the original analogue Cloud Alpha, a definite fan favorite from the moment it saw the light of day. It's based on the same design, which means it's built like a tank and superbly comfortable. It also uses the same dual chamber speaker driver design, so it sounds just as powerful, warm, and accurate, and it's every bit as good for gaming, movies, and music listening.

HyperX Cloud Alpha S is a solid, wired gaming headset with good audio quality for gaming and entertainment purposes. It's made with a solid construction, yet keeping the headset lightweight and comfortable during hours of my gaming sessions.It supports...

Although I do like it a fair amount, there are a few things I can’t shake when it comes to the HyperX Cloud Alpha S. If you’re expecting a gaming headset that impresses you just as much as the original Cloud Alpha - like I was - you’re probably going to be a little disappointed. The small improvements and additions here only barely feel like they cover the difference in the price-tag. The Cloud Alpha S is a better headset that the original but it's not a particularly different one.

The HyperX Cloud Alpha S offers a lot for its price, including a lightweight fit and handy inline controls. But its bass adjustment sliders are...