HyperX Cloud, gaming headset licensed for PS4

HyperX®, the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., announced the HyperX Cloud for PlayStation®4 (PS4™) gaming headset. Officially licensed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, the new headset is designed specifically for PlayStation 4 gamers with complementary PlayStation 4 blue colour accents, and critically-acclaimed* comfort.

HyperX Cloud is platform compatible with PlayStation 4, while offering 53mm drivers for high quality sound, and an aluminium frame for durability. It also features a detachable microphone for in-game chat while gaming and can be removed for mobile music, games and video. Meanwhile, competitive gamers can enjoy HyperX’s signature memory foam, soft leatherette cushions, and an adjustable headband for ultimate comfort.

“HyperX is excited to work with an industry leader to deliver our first PlayStation 4 licensed gaming headset as we seek to expand our support for the console gaming market,” said Julien Millet, business manager, HyperX – EMEA. “Now is a great time to engage a massive console audience that plays on millions of PlayStation 4 consoles across North America and Europe.”

HyperX is an avid supporter of esports, with over fifteen years legacy of developing products for the gaming community. HyperX recently expanded its award-winning line-up of gaming headsets with the Cloud Flight wireless gaming headset, offering up to 30 hours1 of battery life. 2018 has also seen the expansion of the HyperX keyboard and mice with the introduction of RGB capable Alloy Elite RGB mechanical gaming keyboard and Pulsefire Surge, both with onboard memory and customisable through NGenuity software.

Availability
HyperX Cloud for the PS4 system is now available.

Specifications

Headphone
Driver: Dynamic, 53mm with neodymium magnets
Type: Circum-aural, Closed back
Frequency Response: 15Hz–25,000 Hz
Impedance: 41 Ω
Sound pressure level: 95dBSPL/mW at 1kHz
T.H.D.: < 2%
Weight: 325g
Weight w/ mic: 337g
Cable length and type: Headset (1.3m)
Connection: Headset – 3.5mm plug (4 pole)

Microphone
Element: Electret condenser microphone
Polar pattern: Noise-cancelling
Frequency response: 50Hz-18,000 Hz
Sensitivity: -39dBV (0dB=1V/Pa,1kHz)