What was so captivating about each Twitch streamer’s broadcasts? Now, the QuadCast 2 S has arrived to surpass its namesake in every way possible. What do these words convey to the desk, and does that matter in any way? Much more LEDs, for starters.
The QuadCast’s distinctive red glow was replaced by a more comprehensive display, featuring a full range of RGB hues and gradients that spanned from top to bottom. The QuadCast 2S takes its impressive features to the next level with an innovative twist. The brand’s latest microphone features more than 100 individually programmable LEDs arranged in an array across its surface, enabling the creation of intricate and sophisticated visual patterns such as a spiral gradient rainbow effect. This new design feature is a thoughtful touch, particularly for a device often displayed prominently.
HyperX introduced several understated yet impactful updates, building upon the QuadCast 2’s foundation with innovative features. This feature boasts a versatile control knob that adjusts both the output level of the audio signal and headphone volume, doubling as a VU meter to prevent distortion, while also featuring a reengineered shock mount for enhanced durability.
Gentle Up Polar Patterns
Among my favorite features on the original QuadCast S is the discreetly located adjustability knob situated on the underside, which offers a perfect blend of convenience and subtlety. The latest design swap prioritizes a more conventional knob protruding from the front. While it may not be as stylish, it’s indeed more practical.
The knob is flanked by a semicircle of LEDs whose color changes in accordance with the user’s activity. When using the device as a microphone, turn the knob and it will illuminate with a purple light to indicate the gain level. As soon as you stop adjusting the level, the display seamlessly transitions into a VU meter, providing real-time feedback on your signal’s proximity to maximum levels, allowing for swift adjustments to maintain optimal sound quality.
As you adjust the knob, monitor the LED ring atop the microphone to track your changes in polar pattern settings. The mic seamlessly switches between cardioid, bi-directional, stereo, and omnidirectional modes, its crimson LED indicators along the perimeter pulsing to life as it detects sound.
This revised text offers clarity and concision: That’s the most intuitive way to modify polar patterns I’ve come across. Without a manual or thorough understanding of the device’s controls, the USB microphone proves difficult to use effectively? To start recording, hold the button until the red lights align in the direction you want to capture from. I’m able to adapt this functionality seamlessly across all microphones, ensuring optimal performance and consistency throughout. Available for a more affordable price on the QuadCast 2.
