Windows 10: audio static and crackling

Discus and support audio static and crackling in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; So this is a weird one so i was on vacation for a week away from my PC which was working fine I took my headset with me and used it on my phone... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by STRIKER77HQ, Jul 21, 2023.

  1. STRIKER77HQ
    STRIKER77HQ Win User

    audio static and crackling


    So this is a weird one so i was on vacation for a week away from my PC which was working fine I took my headset with me and used it on my phone everything fine until I got back and plugged my headset back in my pc and now i hear static and audio crackling and my headset plays audio from the left only when i play a video on youtube or on MPC but when i play a song on windows media player it sorts it self out audio plays fine for a minute on youtube and MPC then it goes bad again until i play something on windows media player anyone know what is going on

    :)
     
    STRIKER77HQ, Jul 21, 2023
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  2. GABRIELTHOMASSEN
    GabrielThomassen Win User

    Audio Static/Crackling

    Over the past week I have been experiencing audio static and crackling. Sometimes quite severely and it hurts to hear.

    I have done so many things and it has not changed anything for more than a couple hours. When I tried to intall new drivers Windows would say I already had the best drivers installed. I have since completely reinstalled windows, something weird I noticed
    in device manager is that what used to be Realtek High Definition Audio Device is now AMD High Definition Audio Device. Even after a fresh install of windows and buying a brand new headset, i still get audio crackling. This is extremely frustrating. Please
    help!

    Specs of PC:

    CPU: Intel i3 8100k

    Motherboard: Gigabyte B360 DS3H

    GPU: Radeon RX 580

    Ram: 16 GB Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4

    PSU: EVGA 750w N1

    HDD: Western Digital Red WD10EFRX

    Headset: Hyperx Cloud Stinger

    Case: Cooler Master Rgb pro 5
     
    GabrielThomassen, Jul 21, 2023
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  3. GREG CARMACK - WINDOWS MVP 2010-2020
    Greg Carmack - Windows MVP 2010-2020 Win User
    audio crackling

    Hi KJW. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, specializing in Installation, Performance, Troubleshooting and Activation, here to help you.



    1) Try all of these fixes for headphones crackling until one works:

    https://mysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/...

    https://soundgearlab.com/learn/headphone-crackl...

    https://www.drivereasy.com/knowledge/headphones... (Avoid the driver app, not needed, see #1)

    https://audiomav.com/why-headphones-make-a-popp...

    https://www.reddit.com/r/audio/comments/mi1o3u/...

    https://earrockers.com/how-to-stop-headphones-f...

    https://itstillworks.com/mean-headphone-crackle...

    https://helpdeskgeek.com/help-desk/windows-10-a...

    https://www.headphonesty.com/2020/07/hear-stati...



    2) Update your sound drivers and BIOS/UEFI firmware from the PC or motherboard maker's Support Downloads web page, using the full model number, Serial Number or Dell Service Tag on sticker. Compare the latest drivers available for download with the ones presently installed in Device Manager reached by right clicking the Start button. Make sure you have the latest BIOS or UEFI firmware, Chipset, Display (Video), Sound, USB3, Bluetooth, Network and all other drivers, or else download and install the latest now.

    Updating drivers from the Device Manager or Windows Update is rarely enough. The most basic thing we need to learn to maintain a PC is keep the latest manufacturer's drivers installed from their Support Downloads web page. Everything else depends on this.





    Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

    ______________________________________________

    Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.
     
    Greg Carmack - Windows MVP 2010-2020, Jul 21, 2023
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  4. JORDANBANFIELD
    JordanBanfield Win User

    audio static and crackling

    Audio Crackling

    Recently, I've noticed that the audio with my speakers and headphones is "crackling". It doesn't seem to matter what the volume is set at, nor what program I'm running. If I'm playing a game, the audio crackles. If I'm listening to music, the audio crackles.
    I've tried downloading/updating my audio drivers, but nothing seems to help.
     
    JordanBanfield, Jul 21, 2023
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