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