HyperX SoloCast 2
External Microphones

SoloCast 2

HyperX

Released Oct 1, 2024 · Analysis updated Mar 6, 2026

HyperX SoloCast 2 USB microphone features good sound quality, integrated shock mount, improved build quality, and compact lightweight design. The HyperX SoloCast 2 scores 83/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the external microphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Streamtechreviews, Hp, Pcgamer, and Tomshardware.

Critic Score

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83

based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

  • Good sound quality(3)
  • Integrated shock mount(2)

Cons

  • Software in beta; settings do not save(2)

4 Expert Reviews

85
Oct 16, 2024

The HyperX SoloCast 2 is one of the best budget USB microphones on the market, offering a complete redesign with improved build quality and excellent NGENUITY 3 software.

85
Sep 11, 2025

The HyperX SoloCast 2 delivers professional-quality sound at an affordable price, making it an excellent choice for gamers, streamers, and remote workers.

82
Oct 1, 2025

The SoloCast 2 is an exercise in restraint and clever design, and for that it should be applauded.

78
Dec 18, 2025

The SoloCast 2 is a nice update to the original SoloCast, with a solid build, high-res recording, and a built-in stand, plus HyperX's famous (and convenient) tap-to-mute.