Experts recommend Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set more than HyperX QuadCast S
As of 3 Jan 2025, experts prefer Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set over HyperX QuadCast S, but both Microphones have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set received 2 recommendations: from PCMag (26 Nov 2024) and PC Gamer (13 Dec 2024). HyperX QuadCast S was also endorsed 2 times: by IGN (2 Jan 2025) and PC Gamer (13 Dec 2024). However, experts generally ranked HyperX QuadCast S lower than Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Microphone | IGN  | PCMag  | MusicTech  | Music Radar  | PianoDreamers  | PC Gamer  | SoundGuys  | CNN Underscored  | Tom's Guide  | Wirecutter  |
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| 10 | -1 | $186 |  Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set The Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set is a USB microphone with a cardioid polar pattern, frequency response range of 20Hz to 20kHz, and several useful features, making it a great choice for streamers, podcasters, and content creators. | - | 3 | - | - | - | 4 | - | -
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| 14 | - | $119 |  HyperX QuadCast S The HyperX QuadCast S is a versatile and reliable USB microphone suitable for podcasting, streaming, gaming, and vocal recording, with four polar patterns, built-in pop filter and noise reduction technology, and two connectivity options. | 6 | - | - | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 13 Dec 2024 PC Gamer ranked Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set as #4 and HyperX QuadCast S as #5
Rank Microphone Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 8 Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set The best USB microphone and boom arm bundle#5 out of 8 HyperX QuadCast S The best microphone with RGB lighting... ... ... Source: www.pcgamer.com - On 2 Jan 2025 IGN ranked HyperX QuadCast S as #6
Rank Microphone Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 10 HyperX QuadCast S Best Microphone for Gaming... ... ... Source: www.ign.com - On 26 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set as #3
Rank Microphone Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 8 Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set Best All-In-One Package / Editors' Choice... ... ... Source: www.pcmag.com
After counting and adding up the 92 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set outranks HyperX QuadCast S. This is not to say that HyperX QuadCast S is a bad option. Like Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set outranks HyperX QuadCast S by 4 positions. This indicates that, as of 3 Jan 2025, Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set is more critically acclaimed than HyperX QuadCast S.
| Rank | Change | Price | Microphone | IGN | PCMag | MusicTech | Music Radar | PianoDreamers | PC Gamer | SoundGuys | CNN Underscored | Tom's Guide | Wirecutter |
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| 1 | - | $100 |  Blue Yeti The Blue Yeti microphone is a versatile and durable device with four directional patterns, a built-in headphone jack, and compatibility with a wide range of devices and software, making it a popular choice among content creators, podcasters, and gamers. | - | - | 11 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
| 2 | - | $99 |  Shure SM57 The Shure SM57 microphone is highly regarded for its exceptional sound quality, durability, versatility, and compatibility, making it a popular choice among musicians, producers, and recording engineers for capturing instruments and vocals in various live and studio settings. | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | $120 |  Elgato Wave 3 The Elgato Wave 3 is a versatile and reliable USB microphone designed for content creators, podcasters, and live streamers, featuring a cardioid polar pattern, two connectivity options, advanced features, and compatibility with both PC and Mac. | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | - | - |
| 4 | +12 | $279 |  Shure MV7 Plus | 5 | 7 | - | - | - | 6 | - | - | 3 | - |
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Expert reviews [24]
Total expert reviews: 24
- with a score: 12
- without a score: 12
| Highest score by thesixthaxis.com | 90 |
| Average score based on 24 reviews | 84 |
| Lowest score by ZD Net | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [5]
Total expert reviews: 5
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 2
| Highest score by 9 to 5 Toys | 100 |
| Average score based on 5 reviews | 90 |
| Lowest score by PCMag | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Radiant RGB lighting with dynamic effects: Personalize stunning RGB lighting and dynamic effects for an eye-catching shot of customizable style.
- Built-in anti-vibration shock mount: Isolate the mic and suppress the sound of unintentional rumbles and bumps with the elastic rope suspension.
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From Seller:
- Plug-and-play simplicity – We understand that setting up a podcast session or live stream can be overwhelming but capturing pristine audio doesn’t have to be. With the Profile, one simple connection is all you need to achieve the sound you’re looking for
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