Windows 10: Microphone input registering as 0% volume

Hi,Hopefully someone can help as I'm really at a loss now. I got a new headset and the microphone wasn't working but the device was paired by Bluetooth. connected and audio output through the headphones was normal. I tried a different headset connected by USB Logitech G Pro X and it showed 0% input volume, I then tried the same headset with aux 3.5mm inputs on both the case connection and the ones on the back of the motherboard with the same result. I have previously used a headset and standalone mic with this PC so it shouldn't be hardware related, I think it's something weird with the sett

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Win 11 - Microphone input volume / Sensitivity

Hi,

I'm having some microphone issues. the input volume is VERY quiet, i have to shout in order for the mini mixer bar next to the microphone (in more sound options) to even pick up that I'm speaking, using the 'Test' your microphone" within 'Sound properties' gets back a “1% of total volume at normal talking”

Strangely when using the ‘listen to this device’ option against microphone properties what I hear back is louder than when recording, but the volume mixed bar next to the mic still doesn’t move, and the ‘Test your microphone’ doesn't go above 1% still.

I’m able to get it to pick up higher volume but i have to have the microphone less than a cm away from my mouse and this has only worked when using 1 of the headsets, for the other two i can’t get it above 1-2.%

To note I've used the ‘life chat’ headsets for years without issue until the last few months when this started.

i’m assuming it’s a sensitivity type issue or how the sound is being processed. After a week of trying everything i can think of and looking online i’m at a loss of what else to try.

General information

• Desktop PC
  

• Windows 11 Pro Version 10.0.22621 Build 22621
  
• Mobo: AsusTUF Z390-PLUS GAMING (WI-FI)
  
• CPU: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-9700K CPU @ 3.60GHz, 3600 Mhz, 8 Core(s), 8 Logical Processor(s)
  
• RAM: 32.0 GB
  

What I've tried so far:

• 3 different microphones (one at a time)
  
  • Microsoft lifechat LX-3000 (3 separate ones as i have spares) (USB),
    
  • EKSA E900 (3.5mm)
    
  • Generic 'call centre' type headset (USB)
    
• Microphone settings (Properties)
  
  • Default (and only Microphone)
    
  • Microphone level to 100%
    
  • Microphone Boot
    
  • 3 channel, 16 bit, 480000HZ (DVD Quality)
    
  • Exclusive mode (Both options on and off)
    
  • Enable audio enhancements (on and off)
    
  • Using the listen to this device option
    
    • Can hear self, but it is still quieter than it should be though it is louder than when recording self slightly.
      
• Disconnecting all other devices
  
• Using the 'Troubleshoot common sound problems' setting
  
  • "Result "Troubleshooting couldn't identify the problem"
    
• enabling and disabling other Devices and these devices
  
• Update, and reinstall Drivers
  
  • Using alternative ‘generic’ drivers
    
• Connection direction to USB ports and with extensions ( USB 2,0 and 3,0)
  
• Disconnecting all other devices
  
• Booting in safe mode
  
  • No audio input or output from headset
    
• Speech recognition setup
  
  • Setup Microphone
    
    • When reading the sentence ”Peter dictates to his computer…” the bar doesn’t get past the yellow.
      
• Recording Self via OBS studio
  
  • Can barely hear self at all (Even when volume is set high)
    
• Speaking on discord
  
  • (Everyone has to turn me up alot)
    

 

Input volume always resetting to 0 value

I have the same problem using my Logitech H820e headset. It used to work fine but now I can't move the input volume setting off 0 in Settings. I tried reinstalling Realtek audio and it didn't change anything. Any other suggestions? Laptop mic works fine.

 

My microphone's volume is too low

Hi, and thanks for reaching out. My name is Miguel O., Sorry to hear you're experiencing this issue!

What headset is the one you are having issues with?

First I suggest increasing the volume of your microphone. Here's how to do this in Windows 11:

1. Select Start > Settings > System > Sound.

2. In Input, select a microphone to see its properties.

3. In Input volume, make sure the blue bar adjusts as you speak into the microphone.

If it doesn't, go to Test your microphone and Start test. This will help you troubleshoot any issues with your microphone.

If you have any trouble following any steps or the issue persists let me know!

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