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How to Turn Up Mic Volume on Nintendo Switch

Written By Monday, 29 November 2021 Add Comment Edit

Distorted, muffled, buzzing noise, or static issues on a Razer headset mic are possibly caused by the following:

  • Dirt or debris in audio ports and on audio jack
  • Improperly attached mic and audio jack
  • Hub connections
  • Software issues
  • Faulty audio drivers

Select the headset type below for steps to resolve headset microphone quality issues such as:

  • Distorted, muffled, static, or buzzing sound
  • Microphone is too sensitive or not sensitive enough
  • Microphone is not working, unresponsive, or not picking up sound
  • Voice fading issues

For All Headsets

  1. Make sure the mic diaphragm is in front and the air vent is facing away from your mouth.

  2. Make sure that the apps can access the mic. Go to Settings > Privacy > Microphone.

  3. Turn on mic access on the selected app.

  4. Set Device as a Default Recording Device.

    1. Open Sound settings by pressing the Windows button on your keyboard, type "Sound" and press enter.

    2. Click "Sound Control Panel" under "Related Settings".

    3. Go to the "Recording" tab, right-click on the computer's sound device.

    4. Check both the Default Device and Default Communication Device.

    5. Test the mic after setting the computer's mic as a default device. The indicator right beside the mic icon will lit up green if the voice is picked up.

    6. Under "App volume and device preferences", check that the settings are set to "Default".

    7. Go to Settings > System > Sound.

    8. Click "App volume and device preferences" under "Advanced sound options".

    9. Set the app "Input" and "Output" as "Default".

  5. Adjust Mic Levels in Windows settings.

    1. Right-click on the speaker icon on the System tray.

    2. Select "Open Sound settings".

    3. Under "Related Settings", click "Sound Control Panel".

    4. Go to the "Recording" tab.

    5. Right-click on the mic then click Properties.

    6. Go to the "Levels" tab.
    7. Adjust the "Microphone" and "Microphone Boost" to lower values. Higher levels can cause the mic to be more sensitive.

    8. The mic's sensitivity will function according to the set levels. Go to the "Listen" tab.

    9. Check "Listen to this device" and apply the change to assess how the mic sounds.

    10. Go to "Communications" tab, then test each option.

    11. Apply what works well.

  6. Go to Control Panel > Sound > Recording > Properties > Enhancements.

  7. Select "Disable all sound effects" or try a combination of enhancements that works for your setup.

  8. Under Properties, go to Advanced Default Format.

  9. Select "2 channel, 16 bit, 48000Hz (DVD Quality)" if available.

3.5 mm Headsets

  1. For headsets with detachable mic, make sure that the mic is properly attached.

  2. Check the audio ports and audio jack for any dirt or debris that can cause the issue and that the audio jack is securely inserted into the audio port. A Q-tip and cloth can be used to clean the audio jack and ports.

  3. Reinstall the audio drivers.

    1. Press Windows key + S on the keyboard to open the Search bar.

    2. Type in "Device Manager" and hit enter.

    3. Expand "Audio inputs and outputs".

    4. Right-click on "Speakers (Realtek High Definition Audio)".

    5. Select "Uninstall device".

    6. Restart the computer. The drivers are automatically installed after the restart.

  4. Test the headset on a different device to isolate the issue. If the headset is working properly on a different device, there could be hardware issue on your computer. Have it checked by the manufacturer or a reputable technician.

USB Type Headsets

  1. For headsets with detachable mic, check that the mic is properly attached.

  2. Check for Synapse updates:

    • For Synapse 2 supported device

    • For Synapse 3 supported device

  3. For wired USB headsets, ensure that the device is plugged in directly to a PC and not a USB hub.

  4. For wireless USB headsets, ensure that the device is not subject to wireless interference. Turn off or disable any other wireless devices or move away from them, to avoid interference.

  5. Disable Audio Enhancements.

    1. Open Synapse 3, go to AUDIO tab > MIC.

    2. Ensure that the features under the "ENHANCEMENTS" box are unchecked.

    3. Enable the "SIDETONE" feature to directly check through the headset if the mic quality has improved.

  6. Disable Synapse 3. Right-click the Razer Synapse icon found in the system tray.

  7. Select "Exit Synapse".

  8. If the headset works without Synapse, do a clean reinstall of Synapse, see How to perform a clean re-installation of Razer Synapse 3 & 2.0 on Windows.

  9. Uninstall headset drivers.

    1. Press Windows key + S on the keyboard to open the Search bar.

    2. Type in "Device Manager" and hit enter.

    3. Go to "Audio inputs and outputs".

    4. Right-click on the Razer headset and select "Uninstall device".

    5. Restart the computer. The drivers are automatically installed after a restart.

  10. Test the headset on a different device to further isolate the issue. If the headset is working properly on a different device, they could be hardware issue on your computer. Have it checked by the manufacturer or a reputable technician

Bluetooth Headsets

  1. Ensure that the headset is turned on and properly charged.

  2. Check for Synapse updates:

    • For Synapse 2 supported device

    • For Synapse 3 supported device

  3. Ensure that the device is not subject to wireless interference. Turn off or disable any other wireless devices or move away from them, to avoid interference.

  4. When the headset is used with a PC, ensure that the "Hands-Free AG Audio" is set as the default communication device.

    1. Go to Settings > System > Sound, and then click "Sound Control Panel" under "Related Settings".

    2. Go to the "Recording" tab, set "Hands-Free AG Audio" as the "Default Communication Device".

    3. Go to the "Playback" tab, set "Hands-Free AG Audio" as the "Default Communication Device".

  5. Unpair and re-pair the headset to the Bluetooth device. Ensure that both devices are within the one-meter range.

    Note: Steps on how to pair the Bluetooth device vary. Refer to the appropriate product master guide.

  6. Test the headset on a different Bluetooth-compatible device to further isolate the issue. If the headset is working properly on a different device, the root cause may lie on the computer or device. Have it checked by the manufacturer or a reputable technician.

How to Turn Up Mic Volume on Nintendo Switch

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