HyperX's new Cloud Alpha Air makes a big bet on open-back audio

HyperX's new Cloud Alpha Air makes a big bet on open-back audio Gamers love HyperX's uncomplicated, long-lasting headset designs, but the Cloud Alpha Air wants to be more focused on both audio quality and streaming performance. When it comes to PC headphones, there's a pretty clear distinction between audiophile cans and gamer-focused performance headsets. But that line has gotten fuzzy in the last year or two, as evidenced by designs like the Asus ROG Kithara (and its sky-high price tag). HyperX is expanding its line of extremely popular headsets with a new open-back model, the Cloud Alpha Air. This design is definitely focused on audio quality more than some other HyperX options.