Windows 10: "Host Processes In Use" spoiling Internal Microphone recording

Discus and support "Host Processes In Use" spoiling Internal Microphone recording in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; Stereo Mix is the internal "microphone" and is checked for listen", but I still have to enable microphone. to record music With the microphone... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by hubertharriman, Nov 30, 2020.

  1. "Host Processes In Use" spoiling Internal Microphone recording


    Stereo Mix is the internal "microphone" and is checked for listen", but I still have to enable microphone. to record music

    With the microphone enabled, The recording function Audacity then works but get HORRIBLE feedback



    The only difference I see is that under Mike Settings, “Allow Desktop Apps”, the Audacity displays

    “ Currently in Use”, colored in Red AND, the next App, “Host Processes for "Windows Services is Currently in Use”, also colored in red.

    Checking Task Manager, I could not find any reasonable way to turn that off. HOWEVER that was probably what was causing the problem. Unchecking the "Listen" on Stereo Mix, in the Recording tab OR deleting the microphone, the Host Process stops as does the recording


    MANY MANY people have been having similar problems, and NO ONE has come up with a satisfactory answer


    Can't a Community Administrator do something about this, either get MS to ACT or find some other experts to help so many of us!!

    :)
     
    hubertharriman, Nov 30, 2020
    #1

  2. "Host Processes In Use" spoiling Internal Microphone recording

    I think that Stereo Mix is the internal "microphone" and is checked for listen", but I still had to enable microphone. Yesterday, that created horrible feedback

    This afternoon, with the microphone enabled, Audacity is recording again without the horrible feedback!

    The only difference I see is that under Mike Settings, “Allow Desktop Apps”, Audacity displays

    “ Currently in Use”, colored in Red AND, the next App, “Host Processes for Windows Services” is NOT Currently in Use”

    When the feedback occurred yesterday while recording the “Host Processes “ WERE in use, colored in red!! Checking Task Manager, I could not find any reasonable way to turn that off, and research on the Web seemed to indicate that it was essential. HOWEVER
    that was probably what was causing the problem.

    Why it is not “Currently in Use” today, is a mystery that I wish someone could solve.
     
    hubertharriman, Nov 30, 2020
    #2
  3. vronikaWM Win User
    My internal microphone has vanished/no recording device listed

    Hi, I can't find my internal recording device, it is not listed, and my microphone does not work, how can I fix this?
     
    vronikaWM, Nov 30, 2020
    #3
  4. Arul_D Win User

    "Host Processes In Use" spoiling Internal Microphone recording

    Internal Microphone in Laptop and Sleep mode issues after windows 10

    Hi Sharmarke,

    Welcome to the Microsoft community.

    You could face this issue when the Microphone is not getting detected by the Operating System. Please follow the steps given below and check if it helps you.

    Method 1: Make sure that the Microphone is not disabled and is set as default.

    Step 1:

    Even though you have enabled the Microphone, I suggest you to set as default in the computer. Follow these steps to check this:

    • Press Windows key + X and select
      Device Manager
      .
    • Search for Sound, video and game controller drivers
      and expand it.
    • Right click on the driver mentioned there and select
      Uninstall.
    • Follow the onscreen steps.
    Step 2:
    Adjust the input level if you have difficulty recording. Click Properties, and then click on Levels.

    Method 2: Uninstall and Reinstall the driver from manufacturer's website.

    Updating drivers always do not work, let us try to uninstall and reinstall the driver. You can follow the steps given below to uninstall the Sound, video and game controller driver.

    Step 1: Follow the step given below to uninstall the
    Sound, video and game controller drivers.

    • Press Windows key + X and select
      Device Manager
      .
    • Search for Sound, video and game controller drivers
      and expand it.
    • Right click on the driver mentioned there and select
      Uninstall.
    • Follow the onscreen steps.
    Step 2: Reinstall the drivers from the manufacturer’s website.

    You can also refer to the steps given in the link given below. Please select the correct model number.

    http://www8.hp.com/us/en/drivers.html

    Try the additional steps given in the link below. The step are almost same for Windows 10 Technical Preview.

    Resolving microphone problems (Windows 8)

    http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&lc=en&docname=c03421813

    If the issue persists, I suggest you to use the sound recorder and check if you are able to record the sound.

    • In the Windows Start screen, type “sound recorder”, then select Sound Recorder from the search results.
    • Try recording your voice through your microphone, then play it back. To do so, simply tap or click Start Recording, speak to the microphone, and then save the file so you can play the recording.
    This will helps us to find out if the issue is with any online messenger like Skype or Windows

    Issue 2: This could be an issue with the corrupt power plan settings. This issue might also occur due to outdated display driver or some other devices are responsible to keep it
    awake.

    I would suggest you to refer to the suggestion provided by Pinaki Mohanty replied on October 29, 2013.

    Windows 8.1 - upgrade from Windows 8 - Sleep mode does no longer work

    Let us know the status of the issue. We will help you further.
     
    Arul_D, Nov 30, 2020
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