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  1. Icy07

    Question Getting shocked by headphones

    So 3 nights ago, I heard a sudden build up of static noise in my headphones, and then shortly there after shocked myself on the cable. I am using a SteelSeries arctis 3 which has one cable that has a single headphone jack, that plugs into another cable splitting it into a microphone and...
  2. rakinar2

    Question Headset mic not working on my PC ?

    I have a dual jack headset, that I plugged into my PC with a converter. My PC only has support of single port headsets. I was able to hear the audio perfectly, but it does not detect the mic. I plugged in the headset with the converter to the phone, and the mic worked too. Is there a fix for...
  3. R

    Question How can you check the battery info of 2.4ghz wireless peripherals on windows 10?

    It's difficult to google this issue, everything that comes up is Bluetooth. I want to avoid bloatware(Logitech G Hub, Corsair iCue, Razor Synapse), but I know that the battery information for my Logitech keyboard, Corsair headset, and Razor mouse is available. I was hoping there was some 3rd...
  4. Kadir-1

    Question Headset audio problem while gaming ?

    Hello everyone, so recently i bought new headset for gaming but i've been having some problems with it, most of the multiplayer games my teammates think im playing on speakers when i talk with the microphone, they can hear my gameplay sound through my mic. Is there any settings or something to...
  5. S

    Question Wired headset hangs PC by continuously connecting and disconnecting

    I've been using a wired headset for a year. Sometimes when the pc(windows 10) is on(don't even need to have some audio playing)the headset disconnects and connects repeatedly causing the pc to hang. The pc recovers but the headset don't work until I restart the PC. The headset is connected to...
  6. K

    Question Headset is too quiet when plugged in back panel.

    When I plug my headphones in the back panel of the PC, The sound is too quiet even when my volume is 100%. I tried plugging my headphones in front panel, The sounds are loud but there is poor audio quality. Is there any way to get the same volume when it is plugged in the back panel?
  7. T

    Question How to play audio through usb headset and bluetooth ear buds

    So , I want to play call of duty with my hyperX headset (usb connection) And the wife wants to hear it as well. This could be done either through the tv or a pair of wireless earbuds, at a push I have some Senny headphones with a normal jack connection. But i cant for the life of me figure out...
  8. jpgopro

    Question Audio popping, crackling, static, cutting out, robotic, wireless headset

    Hi, I have had this incredibly annoying issue that hopefully someone can help me with. So about 3 months ago I did a complete PC upgrade and have had a persistent issue with my sound only when using my wireless headset (SteelSeries Nova Pro Wireless), I have also tried using the Turtle Beach...
  9. M

    [SOLVED] HyperX Alpha Wireless power button loose?

    I recently got a pair of these and noticed that the power button wiggles a bit or maybe mine is loose? Have heard it make a noise while moving around when I am actually wearing the headphones. The noise goes away as soon as soon I put a finger over the power button. Was just curious if anyone...
  10. R

    Question PC38X not loud enough (and recognized as speakers)

    Hi guys, I just received my PC38x. I was excited to try it but the sound seems not loud enough. All my sound settings are maxed (even on the headset) but honestly even my airpods are louder. The sound seems to be louder when i plug the jack in front of the case than in the back but it doesnt...
  11. Ampwillett

    Question Headphone jack problem

    Hi I have PC Specs: CPU: intel Core i7 9700KF @3.6GHZ PSU: 550w GPU: MSI Nvidia RTX 3060 12GB Ram: 32GB CPU Cooler: Cooler Master 120mm Liquid Cooler Storage: 500GB M.2 SSD/2TB HDD / 1TB HDD Motherboard: Mag Mortar B365M And my problem is everything time I connect my headphones to the pc...
  12. J

    Question Headset for work, quality vs price

    I use a computer headset mainly for 1-on-1 conversations and meetings. I currently have a name-brand wired monaural on-the-ear headset that cost me about $30. It gets pretty good customer reviews, but I often have trouble understanding what other people say, especially if they speak with an...
  13. L

    Question Microphone cuts out randomly when calling friends on Discord.

    When im calling friends on discord, every now and then it'll suddenly decide to just stop letting my mic work. This happens everywhere and seems to only be caused by discord as far as im aware. It also doesnt happen all the time, sometimes itll just not happen and other times itll happen...
  14. Y

    Question Stuttering audio in games ?

    Problem just started this morning when i got on, audio works just fine on standard applications (web browser, streaming video, discord, client windows for games with audio), but when its a full on game the audio starts to stutter, and just the audio not the visuals. I've restarted the computer...
  15. Z

    Question Odd Headset mic problem ?

    Hello! I have what I think is a solvable issue, but I just can't work it out. It's an odd problem, or I'm an idiot (can't rule that out) I have a headset (rig 500 PRO) with a built in/attachable mic, That I cannot get to work on my pc. I'm using a 4-pole splitter to the mic and audio out. Heres...
  16. Y

    Question Odd crackling issue with a headset

    Hey, My rather new Beyerdynamic headset (not even 1 year old) has developed a rather odd issue. About 2 weeks ago the right earbud started crackling. It only crackles when very low tones (10-20hz range) are the primary sound in the audio mix. I tried lowering them with built-in realtek eq, but...
  17. P

    Question 4 pin jacket headset microphone doesn't work with adapter, but does work without it ?

    Hi, I have a headset that I had to fix the middle of the jack cable, the problem is that using the 4 pins all work fine (mic and audio), but if I use the USB adapter of 4pin that my headset bring (that before the fix all worked,), the microphone is not working but other headset with microphone...
  18. Loka88

    Question What headset is worth to buy around 171 USD ?

    I'm looking for a nice headset. My budget is around Rp. 2.5 million (171 USD). Currently interested in the ROG Strix Go 2.4 wireless. Is there any headset better ?
  19. franzy75

    Question Are laptops meant to be able to use both headphones and a mic at the same time?

    As the title said, I haven't been able to use my headset and mic the same time (Mic shows up but no sound). My laptop's an AN515-56 (The issue is the same as my previous laptop), and the audio jack has the headset icon. I think I read somewhere that some laptops can't do this but I might be...
  20. F

    Question Headset suddenly not working

    Bit of a strange one. My headset was linked to 'Mic in at front panel (pink)' and suddenly stopped picking up any sounds on that setting. I can have it on Realtek USB2.0 Audio but the quality is significantly worse, It's also not a USB device. My comp still registers when it's plugged in. I've...
  21. C

    Question Headset recommendation for an Xbox X ?

    Looking for a Superior Headset with a Better than average Mic, Any recommendation’s? Wireless unless a specific Wired headset blows others out water Budget under 5-600$ Mainly MultiPlayer w/ Friends Occasionally watch Shows with on Xbox tho Good Directional Audio Size or Looks don’t really...
  22. P

    Question Interference noise on PC Microphone

    Hi, I hope it's ok that I'm posting this here, I could really use the help I am getting high pitched interference noises through my Microphone input (others can hear this, and I can hear it in voice recordings) I thought it was the headset (PC360) so I bought a brand new PC38X but it's still...
  23. jake2000snake

    [SOLVED] Recently out of the blue my headset will randomly disconnect and at the same time my cpu cooler light goes out for a second. Why is this happening?

    Headset: Arctis 7 pro wireless CPU COOLER: H100i CPU: ryzen 9 3900 GPU: RTX 3080 PSU; RM 650x Gold RAM: 32 GB 3200 Corsair Vengeance MOBO: B550 gaming F I would really appreciate any help on why this is occuring appreciate it. Also nothing is overlocked or anything.
  24. Doni49

    Question Use laptop speakers EXCEPT for Teams calls/meetings?

    I have a laptop I use for my job. We use MS Teams for meetings and calls between employees (landline phone for outside calls). I keep my headset connected to the docking station to make it easier to answer incoming Teams calls. But I only wear the headset during calls and meetings (I take it...
  25. V

    Question Help me with my computers mic please

    My Laptop(Dell Inspiron 15 3000) does not detect my headset's mic, it detects the headphones but not the mic, it uses the laptop's built-in mic. It worked before I upgraded to Windows 11 from Windows 10 but I realized it too late and I can't convert back to Windows 10 anymore. I have deleted the...
  26. Aneesh_

    [SOLVED] Razer Tiamat 7.1 v2 Disconnecting Issue

    I bought this headset in 2020 and have faced a very annoying issue twice since. Whenever I connect the headset (5 aux ports and one USB port) it'll function for 3-5 seconds and then turn off completely. This issue started after I installed synapse and turned on RGB for the headset (which leads...
  27. LordVasky

    [SOLVED] [PC] Audio problem/bug with speakers and headset

    Context: Headset(HyperX Cloud Stinger Core) connected to the front panel(3.5mm jack, 1 Mic-In and 1 Headphone-Out) of the PC; Speakers(Logitech Z333) connected to the back panel (3.5mm jack, Line-Out/Front Speaker Out); Main Objective of all this: Be able to easly switch between Headphones...
  28. B

    Question What is really happening with my audio?

    So recently a problem has occurred every day, and i really cant find the solution other than doing random stuff and it fixes itself. So here it is: My audio devices connected to my motherboard (3.5mm jack in front and the one in the back) suddenly stops giving sound. And no, it is not muted or...
  29. Jaunval

    Question Why does my mic cut under high gpu usage?

    When my gpu uses above like 60 maybe 70% my audio will cut for for a second or 2 and then come back but my mic will not work. I have to leave and rejoin the discord vc to fix this. Any ideas? Specs: ryzen 5 3600 rx 5600xt asrock b450m steel legend 16gb xpg ram 3200mhz but running lower because...
  30. I

    [SOLVED] Headset recommendations ?

    So i am on the look for a new headset. i currently have the artics 1 wireless and have been using them for over 2 years. i absolutely love them. i don’t do anything on my pc besides gaming and i use it on a daily basis but lately my headset has been giving me pain and discomfort around my ear...
  31. S

    [SOLVED] Should I enable "Mono" in sound settings when using headphones ?

    I have a laptop and am using the Razer Blackshark V2 X to connect to a single headphone jack. This is my first headset I'm dealing with. Should I turn mono audio on when using the headset and turn it off when I'm using my laptop speakers? What is the quality difference? On a side note, is it...
  32. Dominum_vestri

    [SOLVED] I need help with picking the display for my PC

    Hi there! I'm going to buy new PC, but i have a laptop at the moment, so I need to buy a display for the PC too. I don't have much budget but I picked 3 displays that are meeting my conditions, but I don't know which is the best in quality/price raito. Here are the models: Acer Nitro...
  33. L

    Question Audio one one side of headset becomes static sometimes ?

    I got an xbox controller recently and opted to use my xbox's input for my headset since the cable that goes directly in my pc has worn out over time. it works perfectly fine while doing mostly anything but when I play games one of the two sides (its random which one) of my headset audio just...
  34. E

    [SOLVED] How to get my headset recognized?

    I have a HP ProDesk G5 Mini Desktop computer which has a headphone jack and a separate headset jack (i.e. combined headphone and microphone). Picture: When I plug a set of cheap standard earphones (the ones that come with your phone) into the headset jack, both microphone and earphones are...
  35. M

    Question Arctis 1 Wireless - Crackling sounds & randomly disconnects.

    I have asked a few places, and I haven't been able to get a good fix. I thank you in advance if you're able to help. After the initial setup, I used the headset for a few minutes before it would start disconnecting and reconnecting, along with these horrible crackling sounds that would appear...
  36. TBC29

    Question Microphone only recognizes PC sound but doesn't pick up my voice at all ?

    I am plugging earbuds with built in microphone to my PC. I tried to video call my friends and they're saying that my voice is breaking up and have static noises. I realized that my PC only picked up my built in microphone from my webcam and not from my headset. My PC has separate microphone and...
  37. L

    [SOLVED] headset has just stopped working

    Today I switched from my Speakers to my headset as I wanted to play a game and they just aren't working. If I adjust the volume wheel in line I get quite a loud static noise, but I can't figure out why no sound is coming out of them. I haven't touched anything since yesterday and they were...
  38. Any-Airport-9455

    [SOLVED] Does anyone know where I can get a pair of good quality, comfortable, noise cancelling headphones for my PC? (UK)

    Okay so, I just want to mention I kinda have a phobia when it comes to things such as the noises of my devices such as my games consoles, DVD players and most specifically my PC despite it being brand new and still rather quiet. Often when I am browsing the internet on my PC, even though the...
  39. TBloop

    [SOLVED] Headset mic works when plugged into cell phone, but not when plugged in to PC ?

    I bought a used Sennheiser PC 320 headset which has separate 3.5mm plugs for speakers and mic. I have had like 10 pairs of this headset which have worked perfectly when plugged into my PC. The mic didnt work on these and I thought it was dead until I tried plugging it into my phone's headphone...
  40. J

    Question Windows 11 problems with Discord & Logitech G933 headset ?

    Hello, even before I upgraded to Windows 11 I've been having issues with my G933 headset. For some reason when my microphone is muted for 10-30 seconds or when I lose signal. My Discord permanently glows green and my microphone stops working until I unplug the headset receiver, or unmute my...