HyperX Cloud Orbit S
vs.
The Haymaker
Product Specification HyperX Cloud Orbit S The Haymaker
Price $218.50 $329.95
Dynamic Driver
Complete Codec Support
Rechargeable
USB-C Charger
Time to Full Charge 1.5 hr
>115 dB Sensitivity
Dual (2) Noise Cancelling Microphones
Wireless/Bluetooth
42 Hours Battery Life without Noise Cancelling
Active Noise Cancellation Functions While Plugged in?
RGB LED Lights
Active Noise Cancelling (ANC)
DIRAC 3D Ultra High-Res Audio
7.1 Surround Sound
Water Resistant
Touchscreen controls
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Your Best HyperX Cloud Orbit S Alternative - The Haymaker

Selecting a high-quality headset is vital for anyone serious about their audio experience, whether for gaming, professional use, or personal enjoyment. The HyperX Cloud Orbit S is renowned for its planar magnetic drivers, delivering an immersive audio experience. Yet, if you’re on the lookout for an alternative that matches or surpasses this level of audio fidelity, The Haymaker is an exceptional choice. 

The Haymaker not only competes with the HyperX Cloud Orbit S in terms of sound quality but also elevates the user experience with its advanced features, such as customizable touch controls and robust build quality. Its versatility and ergonomic design make it ideal for prolonged use. 

Continue reading to find out why The Haymaker stands out as the best alternative to the HyperX Cloud Orbit S.

The Haymaker Difference

High Quality Microphone 

For both gamers and the average user, having a quality microphone is key in order to communicate well with your teammates. Unlike the HyperX Cloud Orbit S which has a simple boom microphone, the Haymaker has invested into high quality dual condenser active noise cancelling microphones. Whether you are heading a business meeting or leading the charge in a team battle, you can be sure that your words get clearly transmitted regardless of background noise. 

Water Resistance

A key distinguishing feature for the Haymaker is its superior water and sweat resistance capabilities. Whether you’re someone who has an active lifestyle, or is dedicated to long periods of intense gaming, the Haymaker’s ability to resist damage from sweat and water gives it a cutting edge on durability over the HyperX Cloud Orbit S.

Touchscreen Controls

The Haymaker stands out with its touchscreen controls, offering a modern and intuitive interface. This feature contrasts with the traditional control buttons of the HyperX Cloud Orbit S, making The Haymaker the superior choice for users who prioritize ease of use, customizability, and contemporary design.

An All-Around headphone

The Haymaker excels in versatility with wide compatibility with different platforms, options for customizability and its superior audio capabilities, with custom tuning by DIRAC and a focus on high-definition sound quality. The HyperX Cloud Orbit S, on the other hand, is more limited in functions and does not match up to the custom-tuned sound experience provided by The Haymaker.

Comfortable Fit

For something that you wear on your head, a top priority for headphones is its weight. At 322g, the Haymaker is more than 15% lighter than the HyperX Cloud Orbit S. With the lighter weight, you can be confident for extended use without discomfort, especially during long gaming sessions.

About the Haymaker

The Haymaker by Peak Audio is a brand that offers cutting-edge products designed with consumers in mind. Gamers, musicians, travelers, working professionals, and audiophiles love the Haymaker because of their acoustic performance.

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Cutting Edge Technology

The team at Haymaker has years of experience crafting aesthetic and functional headphones. This translates into using the best components, technology, and materials to make Haymaker the best headphones out on the market. You can trust that this headphone is easily at the top of cutting-edge technology.

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Acoustic Performance

When it comes to the Haymaker, we are confident that you will get crisp sounds without any distortion regardless of the type of usage. We make sure that each note remains crisp, the bass continues to hit hard, while remaining at this high quality regardless of the volume you play it at.

Consumer Driven

Unlike our competitors, we built the Haymaker to meet consumer needs, with the consumers in mind. This means investing significantly into addressing prominent issues and figuring out what consumers actually want. This culminated in the Haymaker having more features than others in the market to truly offer value for money.

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Surround Sound by DIRAC

The Haymaker is the only headphone custom-tuned by DIRAC, a well-known company offering digital sound solutions. Its premium 7.1 surround sound adds to the overall listening and viewing experience.

Active Noise Cancellation Feature Works
Perfectly While Plugged In

One unique advantage of The Haymaker is the ability to use active noise canceling even while the headset is plugged in via an auxiliary cord or a PC controller. Typically, headphones lose this capability when plugged in, requiring users to rely on battery power for the noise-canceling feature. The Haymaker breaks from this trend, offering 30 hours of active noise canceling while plugged in, making it a versatile choice for users who prefer or require a wired connection. This feature sets it apart from competitors, which generally do not support active noise canceling in wired mode.