Edifier released the Hecate Hunter S wired gaming earphones to give players a clear audio advantage without requiring expensive external DACs. The built-in digital-to-analog converter handles high-resolution audio, so users can plug directly into their console or PC and hear positional cues immediately. This design eliminates the need to carry separate audio hardware when traveling to gaming events or setting up a new computer.
Built-in DAC and THX spatial audio target console and PC gamers
The earphones use a 10mm dual-chamber dynamic driver with a liquid crystal polymer dome and titanium coating. Edifier tuned the frequency response to cover 20Hz to 40kHz, which captures subtle in-game sounds like distant footsteps or reloading clicks. The 97dB sensitivity ensures the audio reaches your ears clearly even at lower volume settings.
A dedicated DSP chip inside the earphones supports 384kHz/32-bit audio playback and carries Hi-Res certification. The system includes THX Custom Spatial Audio with a 7.1.4 channel configuration to place sounds in three-dimensional space. This vertical positioning helps you locate enemies above or below your position in shooter games. The package also includes a silicon microphone that samples voice at 48kHz/24-bit for clear team communication.
Edifier built the cable from 2-meter braided oxygen-free copper with a USB Type-C connector for durability. The company claims the cable withstands 8kg of tensile force, while the buttons survive 10,000 presses. The USB connector itself handles 5,000 insertion cycles. The earphones also provide up to 30dB of passive noise cancellation through their physical design.
You can buy the Hecate Hunter S on JD.com in China for 221 CNY (around $32.73). The initial launch price was lower at 199 CNY (around $29.47). These wired earphones work with Android smartphones, iPads, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. We looked at similar budget gaming audio gear earlier while tracking peripheral releases.
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