HyperX Cloud Revolver Pro Gaming Headset Review

A Closer Look

The in-line controller is nice and simple, offering up a master mute control for the microphone, a volume dial on the side and a 3.5mm jack for the headset to plug into.

The design of the headset is stunning, with prominently displayed HyperX branding on the side of the driver, mixing glossy red and blacks on the back of the earcup with the lightly textured matte blacks of the main housing. What’s really nice is that the plastics texture matches up with the colour of the durable metal headband, giving it a nice and uniform appearance.

On the base of the left driver, you’ll find a small jack plug socket for connection the detachable microphone boom.

For an extra easy fit, the headband is fitted with an auto adjusting spring on each side, with a thick padded layer. Just pop the headset on and it’ll fit perfectly every time without having to mess around with extenders on the sides.

The headband is nice and lightweight, but the metal construction means it is nice and strong too; perfect for keeping the drivers snug to your ears.

The padding on the inner headband is plentiful, with soft leather covering that’s helps balance the weight of the headset nicely, giving you a fit that’s going to be very comfortable for those long gaming sessions.

At the back of each driver, you’ll find some small openings at the front and back, giving them a semi-open design. I thought this would cause the drivers to lose some of their low-end bass response, and perhaps it has, but after testing them out on a few of my favourite albums, that’s really not the case. There’s a lot of punch to the sound overall, but it’s really balanced, and the mix is great for those who like to listen to a wide range of music styles.

Each driver is mounted on a small pivot, allowing a bit of movement to ensure a closer fit around your ear, giving you better ambient noise suppression as well as a more comfortable fit. The closer fit also helps tighten up the base a little, as it keeps the air pressure around your ears quite well, even with the semi-open ear cups.

The padding feels rather luxurious and comes with a soft leather covering that provides a soft and nicely sealed fit around your ears. This is easily some of the most comfortable padding on any headset we’ve ever tested and that’s something HyperX can be proud of.

The detachable microphone clips in easily enough and with a flexible boom, you’ll have no issues finding your optimal speaking position. The microphone is quite sensitive and with the noise cancelling it gives you bright and clear audio, without all the ambient garbage noise getting through, which makes it perfect for noisy environments and team chat.

The drivers are incredibly powerful, and it’s unlikely you’ll need to max the volume settings to enjoy your favourite media. Movies, music, gaming or just a few conference calls, the drivers sound balanced, clear and very well-balanced, making it a robust headset for any application. It may be tuned for gaming, and a few games of Battlefield, Fallout 4 and ESO made that very clear, but kicking back with some music is just as entertaining here.