Customer Ratings & Reviews

The Hyper X QuadCast 2 S, is a full-sized condenser microphone that has a wide range of uses for online content creators, gamers, interviewers, podcasters, and more. It’s consumer-grade and priced, but definitely has semi-professional features and uses. It’s simple overall to set up, plugging into your computer via USB, and includes what’s called a shock mount that lets you attach it to other tripods or extender arms with a 3/8 and a 5/8 thread. A table stand is also included if you want to keep it simple and just set it on your computer desk to use it that way, but the stand is not extendable in height. The main stand out with the Hyper X is that is has multi-direction recording. You can select an Omnidirectional mode where it records from four directions (good for rooms with multiple people), Bidirectional from the front and back only (good for interviewing people), Stereo from both sides (good for recording music or singing), and Cardioid which is just the front, in case it’s just you, and you want to use it for social media recording, podcasting, and activities like that. Recordings are 32-bit/192 kHz, so are clear. Tapping the top acts like a mute button, and a LED ring around the top shows you which mics are on or off. What makes this even more unique compared to most other USB microphones, is that it has over 100 “aRGB LED” lights that can be customized to light up in a variety of colors, themes, and can sync up to the beat of music being played with more than 16 million color combos possible. Think of it perhaps, as a cool retro disco ball, modernized, in microphone form. You might ask WHY someone wants lights on a microphone? But again, this isn’t JUST for sound recording. Many podcasters like to also take video, so this adds another level of atmosphere to it, and of course gamers would want to crank up the lights while gaming, too. It’s an interesting take on a device like this. The multifunction knob on the side allows you to adjust mic levels, gain, mixing, mic pattern, and headphone volume if you decide to plug in some gaming headphones via the port on the side. Using the downloadable HyperX NGENUITY Software will give you more ability to customize more settings like noise reduction, color controls, etc. A 6ft USB-C to USB-C cable comes with it to attach to your computer, but they do include a USB-C to USB-A adapter (thank you!) for those who may have older machines with a lack of newer ports on them. It’s a nice quality braided cord, too. It does work on both PCs and Macs, by the way. I’m not a heavy gamer, but I’m experimenting with voiceover work, and perhaps some “voice-to-book” type of work. So far I’ve been using it to do some test readings, and the audio quality is excellent. For times when the readings are of something dramatic, I have turned on the LEDs, and it helps me mentally rev up to the moment when I have to read something exciting or energetic. A useful visual tool, and not just for fun! Being able to direct the microphone just towards my mouth while turning off the others helps to make sure there are no other household noises being recorded when you don’t want them to be. My one possible complaint, if I’d call it that, is that the Hyper X set does not come with a foam covering, or a “pop shield” – things you can use in front of, or over, a microphone so that when you are close to it, it helps with sound quality and to eliminate certain sounds you get when you say a P or B word. These can be bought online separately and generally they’re only a few dollars, so it’s not the end of the world, but it would have been nice to see something like this included with the microphone. Well, one more - it would be nice if the table stand were extendable so it could be taller, but that's more of just a want than a complaint. Overall I give the Hyper X Quadcast really high marks. It’s worth the money, easy to set up and use, and should give you great results. I definitely recommend it.

The HyperX QuadCast 2 S is a high-quality condenser microphone that great sound for a reasonable price. Having used the QuadCast 1, which was already a good microphone, there is an obvious improvement in sound and design. Using the 32-bit/192kHz audio capability, the microphone is very crisp and clear, and it can pick up my voice clearly while avoiding excess background noise from being heard. The shock mount is very sturdy and holds up very well. It is easily detachable, so you can use the microphone with a boom arm. It has good features, including the output headphone jack to plug your headphones directly into the mic. This allows for direct mic monitoring. Another great feature is the tap to mute on the top of the microphone, indicating which microphone mode you are on. The easy-to-use multifunction knob allows you to change the microphone gain, the audio out, and both with ease. The multifunction knob also allows you to switch between four different polar patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Stereo, and Bidirectional. These can all be changed easily using the HyperX NGENUITY app. You can also customize the aRGB LEDs on the microphone through the app, and it is highly customizable, allowing you to even video capture your screen and paste it onto the aRGB LEDs. Overall the HyperX QuadCast 2 S is an amazing microphone for its price, with many features that will continue to be top-of-the-line for many years.

Setup is super easy. Unplugged it in and the PC automatically recognized and I was in. Windows self recognized and I did not have to download any drivers. It did it by itself. Great way to start the setup and use process. Mic is nice and balanced on the base stand that it comes with. The frame is nice strong. The look is nice and cool black finish. The coloring and lighting options are great. My kids were fighting over it... Mic gain responds well and easy to use dial is a nice touch. I was able to voice over my video and mixed everything together easily. Voice clarity in creating content was really crisp. No distortion not muffled. I did not have to fix anything with any filters or anything. I have also used as part of office work meetings with video conference calls and it works just fine. No lag no issues with audio and selecting mic versus my speaker pods mic was super easy to switch. I would recommend this product. The lights are also a great plus... Very cool and catchy.

While this mic is on the higher end of things, it is definitely worth the price. Build Quality: The build quality is excellent and matches what you would expect from a microphone in this price range. It looks really nice sitting on your desk. You can remove it from the included stand to attach it to an arm. I, however, didn’t test this as it works well on my desk, and I don’t have an arm to use. It is good to know it is there in case I ever decide to buy an arm. Connection: This has a USB-C connection. Plug it in, select it as the default device, and it just works without any fuss. While this works most of the time, occasionally there is one problem where even though it is my default mic, it selects a different device. I have a mic as part of my web cam. I set the HyperX as my default mic which works most of time, but occasionally it switches to the web cam mic when I reboot my computer. I then must select the HyperX again as my default device. It doesn’t do this often, but I must check the sound settings before I use it to make sure it is selected. Probably something to do with my computer, but worth mentioning. Sound Quality: The sound quality is crystal clear and sounds exactly like the original source. I had tested this both with a recording and with an online meeting. Positive feedback from people in my meetings. There is a slight echo, but it is not perceptible unless you are really looking for it. Again, this is the sound quality I would expect from a mic in this price range, and it doesn’t disappoint and is worth it just for this. There is something they call Polar Pattern which allows you to set the direction from which you want to listen to the sound. The four settings are bi-directional (front and back), stereo (left and right), omnidirectional (all directions), and cardriod (everywhere except the front). I tried changing the settings on this and I honestly couldn’t tell the difference. It always seemed to record from all sides. This may be because it is very sensitive even at a lower mic volume setting. Because of this, it also tends to pick up background noise. Controls: There are two controls on this. Touching the top of the microphone mutes and unmutes it. The other control is a combination button dial. Pressing the button changes the meaning of the dial and cycles through mic gain, headphone volume, and monitor mix. Turning the dial changes the LEDs surrounding the dial which shows the current setting. This is well designed as you can use a single control for multiple settings and the LEDs work well representing the current setting. The LEDs also act as a UV meter when not using it on setting mode. This looks nice, but because the mic is so sensitive, it often pegs out even with background noise. Lights: The lights on this mic are absolutely beautiful. They exist around the entire mic and a loop on the top. It looks great on your desk, especially if you have other RGB lights. The lights are set from the app. There are a few default light settings to choose from and there are plenty of settings to enhance the effect such as color, angle, speed, brightness, and opacity. You can also change the selection of LEDs you want to show the RGB on if you don’t want to see it on the entire mic. Even the top LEDs look great following the pattern of the main LEDs. One of the really nice things about it is that in the app, when you go to select an effect, changing it in the app changes it right away on the mic so you can sample your changes in real time before committing them. The app also has a graphic that shows a representation of what the lights look like on the actual mic. It does look nice but if you have the mic in front of you, and you presumably do, I’m not sure there is real value to the graphic, but it is there. App: The app used for this mic is called Ngenuity and it installed without any problems. When running it, it immediately detected my mic and there was no set up required to add it as a device unlike other similar types of apps. In addition to setting the lighting effects as mentioned above, you can also set things like the mic volume, Polar Pattern, and enabling a high pass filter (which actually seems to compress the sound for some reason). There is a microphone test that will record your voice and play it back to allow you to tweak the settings while you are in the app. Overall the app works perfectly and is very well laid out and easy to find things. The real time changes are a huge plus. Conclusion: Overall, there isn’t anything bad I can say about this, especially the sound quality. There is a slight echo but not really noticeable, and the sensitivity picks up background noise. The lights are gorgeous, and the app works great and gives you all the control you will need. Yes, this is on the expensive side but given the quality and all the positive things I have experienced with it, it is well worth it.

Here are my thoughts after a few days of using the HyperX Microphone. Packaging and Contents: The microphone arrived in great packaging—a sturdy box that ensured the product was well-protected. Inside, you'll find the microphone, a USB-C cord, and a quick start guide. Personally, I prefer booklets over folded paper for guides, but that's just a minor nitpick. The illustrations were good, though the instructions weren't very clear at times about the controls. Setup and Use: The process to select between polar patterns involves pushing the control knob for 2 seconds to see its current setting. However, to choose a different pattern, you need to continue holding and turning the knob, which I found quite cumbersome. It would be more intuitive to simply cycle through modes by holding the button and pressing again to select. Adjusting the gain and viewing the VU meter is done via the same knob. The color changes to purple for gain adjustments and to green for the voice meter. It's functional, but the dual-use of the knob could be simplified. Performance: For my first recording, I created a training video using the microphone on the stereo setting. I was extremely impressed by the sound quality. It was clear, with no background noise, and I didn't need to adjust the sound during video editing—a huge plus! Design: The microphone comes with a shockproof stand, which is a great addition, ensuring stable and vibration-free recordings. Conclusion: While the HyperX - QuadCast 2 S has a few minor quirks in its setup process, its impressive sound quality and sturdy design make it a fantastic choice for anyone in need of a reliable microphone. Whether you're recording videos, streaming, or podcasting, this microphone won't disappoint.

This mic has been great! The sound quality is amazing; much better than my off brand mic from Amazon. The connectivity and customization with the NGENUITY app is also super fun! You can completely customize the lighting and appearance which is super cool. :D

The microphone setup was pretty straightforward and simple. There isn't a lot to write home about in regards to software, but what I like is that this just works. No extra software is needed if you aren't into that; and honestly, it's essentially just lighting features with a few onboard enhancers which don't really shine in my opinion. However, what this mic does, it does well. It sounds crisp, captures much more nuance than even high-end built-in mics, and surprisingly captures both singing and musical instruments (acoustic guitar on my end) quite well. I pair it with SteelSeries Sonar software for some extra customization and I don't regret this purchase at all. The stand it comes with is also fine, nothing amazing, but it does the job. I'd recommend getting their extended stand, but overall I'm very satisfied.

Clear sound, easy use and set up. First time podcaster friendly

Was very good for recording music and gave crisp clear audio. Lights are very cool looking aswell.

sound quality has increased much, however it seems a little to in the way all the time :)

Loving this mic! It has great audio and rgb the only complaint I have is that the software seems to be lacking a lot they are more focused on the lights on the mic then the actual settings of the mic itself

It’s really good. I can tell it’s working because of the visualizer and the adjuster, it makes me sound a lot better when I’m gaming with my friends. I also love the add-on software I can use to adjust my microphone for looks and sound quality. Easily a best choice for just casual gaming and recording, just as promised.

Excellent. Obviously, there’s studio mics that I’m sure are better, but for what this is, hands-down worth the money. This is an upgrade from a Blue Yeti. Side-by-side comparison is very noticeable, specially in noise canceling situations. The RGB pairs flawlessly with SignalRGB, so not only is the sound great, but it’s a beautiful addition to any set up.

Amazing sound! Easy set up and bold colors that you can change!

I bought this on a whim I use it daily with ZOOM, Teams and I have zero complaints. I will say the new Beta adds a lot more feature than the original software. If you can catch this on sale then I would say jump on it.

I find this mic to be quite exceptional, especially with the fun rgb lighting it comes equipped with.

I got this mic for my gaming YouTube channel and my podcast. I love it, and the color flow just enhances the ambience in my room.

Such a great product and sounds very clear and I use for streaming recording and has its own software

Very great product for gaming. Streaming or anything you need a microphone for. It’s sleek.

Solid upgraded from the version one and already enjoy the visual aspects. From a feedback perspective on audio quality listening to the difference is very minor but noticeable. 100% with the buy especially when it goes on sales.