HyperX announced today that they are bringing virtual 7.1 surround to one of their affordable Cloud Stinger headsets. The Cloud Stinger S is the newest headset from their popular Stinger family of headsets. The Cloud Stinger S delivers virtual 7.1 surround sound via NGENUITY software through 50 mm drivers for an immersive sound experience. The Cloud Stinger S features swivel-to-mute microphone, adjustable steel sliders for long-lasting durability, and volume controls on the headset. The Cloud Stinger S gaming headset’s built-in passive noise cancellation microphone is certified by TeamSpeak and Discord for seamless chat compatibility. The Cloud Stinger S is currently available through the HyperX online store for a retail price of $59.99, making it an affordable option from a major brand for 7.1 gaming surround sound.

Headphone
Driver: Dynamic, 50mm with neodymium magnets
Type: Circumaural, Closed back
Frequency response: 18Hz-23kHz
Impedance: 32 Ω
Sound pressure level: 95.5dBSPL/mW at 1kHz
T.H.D.: ≤ 2%
Weight: 275g
Cable length: 2.5m
Connection type: 3.5mm plug (4 pole)

Microphone
Element: Electret condenser microphone
Polar pattern: Uni-directional, Noise-cancelling
Frequency response: 50Hz-18kHz
Sensitivity: -40dBV (1V/Pa at 1kHz)

USB Adapter
Weight: 12g
Cable length: 0.15m