Kingston Releases HyperX Cloud White Edition Gaming Headset

by Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 08/13/2014 03:20 PM | source: | 0 comment(s)

HyperX, a division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the launch of HyperX Cloud White Edition. It features a stand-out white and black color scheme and the same award-winning comfort of its predecessor, HyperX Cloud Black Edition. The headset offers memory foam ear cushions, a soft leather-padded headband and an over-the-ear closed-cup design to get anyone in any game comfortably for long game play sessions.

HyperX Cloud White Edition delivers great audio performance with its large 53 mm drivers so gamers can hear every word of dialogue, gunshot and explosion. The headset is versatile with its detachable microphone to make listening to music on smartphones and tablets easy and enjoyable with enhanced bass and crystal clear lows, mids and highs.

"The HyperX Cloud Black Edition headset has won many awards and has been very well-received since we launched it in April," said Lawrence Yang, business manager, HyperX. "We are proud to add the White Edition now to give gamers and HyperX fans another headset choice with the same great comfort and sound as the original."

HyperX Cloud White and Black Editions are compatible with PC and PS4 as well as smartphones and tablets. It is the official headset of Intel Extreme Masters, Alliance Gaming, CNB e-Sports Club, SK-Gaming and Team Liquid. HyperX Cloud is backed by a two-year warranty and legendary HyperX reliability. For more information, please visit www.kingston.com/hyperxcloud.

HyperX is the high-performance product division of Kingston Technology encompassing high-speed DDR3 memory, SSDs, USB Flash drives, and headsets. Targeted at gamers, overclockers and enthusiasts, HyperX is known throughout the world for quality, performance and innovation. HyperX is committed to eSports as it sponsors over 20 teams globally and is the main sponsor of Intel Extreme Masters. HyperX can be found at many shows including Brasil Game Show, China Joy, DreamHack and PAX.

HyperX Cloud White Edition Features and Specifications:

Headset:

Transducer Type: dynamic Ø 53 mm
Frequency Response: 15Hz-25,000 Hz
Nominal SPL: 98±3dB
Operating principle: closed
Nominal impedance: 60 Ω per system
T.H.D.: < 2%
Power handling capacity: 150mW
Sound coupling to the ear: circumaural
Ambient noise attenuation: approx. 20 dBa
Headband pressure: 5N
Weight with microphone and cable: 350g
Cable length and type: 1m + 2m extension + 10cm iPhone
Connection: mini stereo jack plug (3.5 mm)

Microphone:

Transducer type: condenser (back electret)
Operating principle: pressure gradient
Polar pattern: cardioid
Power supply: AB powering
Supply voltage: 2V
Current consumption: max 0.5 mA
Nominal impedance: ≤2.2 kΩ
Open circuit voltage: at f = 1kHz: 20 mV / Pa
Frequency response: 100-12,000 Hz
THD: 2% at f = 1kHz
Max. SPL: 105dB SPL (THD≤1.0% at 1KHz)
Microphone output: -39±3dB
Length mic boom 150mm: (include gooseneck)
Capsule diameter: Ø6*5 mm
Connection: mini stereo jack plug (3.5mm)

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