The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core is the entry wired gaming headset in the HyperX range, and the black version we stock is the PC model with HyperX part number 683L9AA. It pairs 40mm directional drivers with a bi-directional noise-cancelling microphone that mutes when you swivel it up, volume control on the headset and a 275 g plastic frame. The box includes an activation code for 2 years of DTS Headphone:X spatial audio on Windows, and the headset connects with a standard 4-pole 3.5mm plug, so basic use needs no software or dongle.
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40mm Drivers and Sound
HyperX lists 40mm directional drivers tuned with enhanced bass, a frequency response of 10 Hz to 25 kHz, sensitivity of 95 dBSPL/mW at 1 kHz and total harmonic distortion of 2% or less. Impedance is 32.5 ohms, so the onboard audio of any desktop or laptop drives the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core to a comfortable volume without an amplifier. The cups are over-ear and closed-back, which keeps out part of the room noise and lets you pick out footsteps and callouts in shooters and battle royale games. HyperX does not publish the magnet type for these drivers.
DTS Headphone:X Spatial Audio for 2 Years
HyperX includes an activation code that provides 2 years of DTS Headphone:X spatial audio. DTS Headphone:X is software that runs on a Windows PC and turns the stereo signal into virtual surround, so in supported games and films you can judge more easily whether a sound is in front of you, behind you or to the side. Because it is a licence on the PC rather than a chip in the headset, it does not apply when you plug the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core into a phone or a console. Without DTS, it is still a normal stereo headset.
Swivel-to-Mute Noise-Cancelling Microphone
The microphone is an electret condenser with a bi-directional, noise-cancelling pattern and a sensitivity of -40.5 dBV (1 V/Pa at 1 kHz). Flip it up and it mutes; bring it down and it is live again, so you know at a glance whether your team can hear you without checking an on-screen indicator. The noise-cancelling pattern focuses on your voice and reduces part of the sound coming from the sides, such as keyboard clicks, which suits Discord calls and in-game chat. HyperX does not describe the microphone as detachable.
Connection and Controls
The headset cable ends in a 4-pole 3.5mm (CTIA) plug that fits laptops and most devices with a combined headset jack. For desktops with separate headphone and microphone jacks, HyperX includes a PC extension cable that splits into two 3.5mm plugs. Volume control sits on the headset itself, so you can turn the sound down mid-match without alt-tabbing. HyperX lists the compatibility of this version as PC; we sell only the PC version shown here, and HyperX does not publish cable lengths on its product page.
Comfort and Build
HyperX rates the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core at 275 g, with dimensions of 17.9 × 9.5 × 19.5 cm. The frame is plastic, which keeps the weight down for long sessions, and the ear cushions combine soft foam with a fabric cover. Fabric breathes better than leatherette in a warm room, which helps during long evening sessions in a UAE summer, though it collects dust and should be brushed off now and then. The low weight also makes it a sensible choice for students who wear a headset for online classes as well as games.
Who This Is Not For
Skip the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core if you want wireless freedom; it is wired only. Console players should look elsewhere, because HyperX lists this version for PC. The DTS Headphone:X code covers 2 years and works only on a Windows PC. The microphone is not described as detachable, so it does not double as tidy travel headphones, and the plastic frame does not feel as premium as metal-framed headsets.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. Delivered across the UAE in up to 3 business days, free on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our Headphones range, or see the official HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core page.
HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core Specifications
- Model: HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core, PC version, black (683L9AA)
- Form factor: Over-ear, closed-back
- Drivers: 40mm directional drivers with enhanced bass
- Frequency response: 10 Hz – 25 kHz
- Impedance: 32.5 Ω
- Sensitivity: 95 dBSPL/mW at 1 kHz
- THD: ≤ 2%
- Spatial audio: DTS Headphone:X, 2-year activation code included (Windows PC)
- Microphone: Electret condenser, bi-directional, noise-cancelling, -40.5 dBV (1 V/Pa at 1 kHz), swivel-to-mute
- Controls: Volume control on the headset
- Connection: Wired 3.5mm 4-pole (CTIA); PC extension cable with separate 3.5mm plugs
- Compatibility: PC
- Ear cushions: Soft foam and fabric
- Frame: Plastic
- Weight: 275 g
- Dimensions: 17.9 × 9.5 × 19.5 cm
- In the box: Headset, PC extension cable, DTS Headphone:X activation code (2 years), quick start guide
- Colour: Black
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core FAQ
Does the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core have 50mm drivers?
No. HyperX lists 40mm directional drivers for the Cloud Stinger 2 Core.
Is DTS Headphone:X included?
Yes. An activation code for 2 years of DTS Headphone:X spatial audio is in the box, for use on a Windows PC.
Does it work on PS5 or Xbox?
HyperX lists this version for PC only and does not publish console compatibility for it.
How do I mute the microphone?
Swivel it up. The microphone mutes when raised and is live when lowered.
How much does the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core weigh?
275 g, according to HyperX.
Is it wireless?
No. It is wired, with a 4-pole 3.5mm plug and a PC extension cable.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the genuine HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 Core, brand-new in its sealed box.
How long does delivery take?
Up to 3 business days anywhere in the UAE, free on orders from AED 300; any current delivery fee for your order is shown at checkout.
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