Testseek.com have collected 53 expert reviews of the Kingston HyperX Quadcast S and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Kingston HyperX Quadcast S.
January 2021
(86%)
53 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Updated RGB LED Lighting, Solid Build Quality, Proven Audio Performance, Four Polar Patterns (Stereo, Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Bidirectional), Built-in Anti-Shock Mount, Tap-to-Mute Sensor, Microphone Arm Adapter Included, USB Type-C Connectivity
Gain Dial Not Accurately Marked, Current Pricing and Availability Issues (As of January 2021, due to overall demand from COVID-19)
Going into this review, we knew that the audio properties of the QuadCast S were identical to the initial QuadCast – a trio of 14mm condensers surrounded by an integrated pop filter. This is paired up with a four-position dial for polar pattern selection...
The build quality, The audio quality, The included 3/8 – 5/8″ mount, The fact that the cables connect from the side and not underneath, That it is plug-n-play, The USB-C connection, The included polar patterns, That it is lightweight and very portable,
It works as it should
I have now been able to test 3 or 4 USB microphones in the $100US to $200US range and they all have been pretty decent and done a good job for basic recordings and at being very portable for mobile on-the-go tasks. With the understanding that most mics wi...
Published: 2020-11-03, Author: Sara , review by: soundguys.com
Sound quality, RGB adjustable color scheme, Mute button, Four polar patterns
Not portable, Can't be removed from shock mount, Ngenuity only available to PC
The HyperX QuadCast S is a sleek, clear-sounding USB gaming microphone with a mesmerizing light show. While its lack of portability and subpar internal pop filter detract a bit from its value, it is overall a very good microphone that comes with a two-yea...
Abstract: For streamers, casters and work from home professionals, a good microphone can make all the difference in making yourself understood to others over the internet. The new HyperX QuadCast S is a SB microphone featuring RGB lighting effects customisable with...
Published: 2021-11-12, Author: Jak , review by: tweaktown.com
What's HotExtreme customizability of lightingFour polar patterns to choose from for versatilityWhat's NotSmall bug in NGENUITY, although this can be patched and the software is in betaInability to remove the microphone and shock mount from stand and attac...
Published: 2021-09-04, Author: Jason , review by: techau.com.au
Audio quality, Audio modes, Mute
It's really easy to recommend this microphone, mostly because of the great audio quality on offer, but also because it looks great, comes with a shock-mount and built-in pop-filter.While it's not the cheapest on the market, I think the features on offer...
Excellent sound, Mesmerizing dynamic RGB lighting, Built-in pop filter, 4 polar patterns, USB-C, Smart implementation of the mute button, Built-in low latency headphone monitoring jack, Good price for what you're getting
Ngenuity software has limited use, No XLR connection option, Non-removable shock mount affects portability
The HyperX QuadCast S is an excellent USB condenser microphone even until today. Its drawbacks are minimal at best and can be easily worked around with...
Abstract: Quite a bit, actually. The QuadCast S is a modest update to last year's QuadCast. Both sonically and mechanically, they're essentially the same microphone, but that's not a bad thing. Given the older mic's strong performance, the QuadCast S is not just a...
