Windows 10: Looking to buy a PC microphone

Discus and support Looking to buy a PC microphone in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; I'd like to get a microphone to connect to my PC. It only needs to be suitable for voice use and quality. I currently have a headset and the mike... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by tpriest, Apr 22, 2020.

  1. tpriest Win User

    Looking to buy a PC microphone


    I'd like to get a microphone to connect to my PC. It only needs to be suitable for voice use and quality.

    I currently have a headset and the mike works but is clumsy to use.

    Would a USB mike be OK or does it need to be connected by a 3.5mm jack?

    Any suggestions?

    :)
     
    tpriest, Apr 22, 2020
    #1

  2. Microphone connection

    Hi,

    Regarding your query with your microphone connection, we suggest to answer the following questions below:

    • What is the make and model of your microphone?
    • What is the specs of your microphone?

    We look forward to your response.
     
    Phillip Pio, Apr 22, 2020
    #2
  3. Riel Alc Win User
    Microphone issues

    Hi Michael,

    Here are the possible reasons why you're getting an error "The microphone did not pick anything up" when using it:

    • Incorrect settings (microphone is not set as default device)
    • Corrupted or outdated driver
    • Faulty device

    For us to isolate the issue, we'd like to know the following:

    • Were there any changes made to your computer prior to this issue(e.g. Windows updates)?
    • Have you tried connecting other microphone to your computer?
    • Have you tried connecting the microphone to the other computer?

    In the meantime, we suggest running the Recording Audio Troubleshooter to find and repair problems with recording sound. We also suggest checking if your microphone is set as your default recording device. For troubleshooting steps, please see
    Geethu B's on this
    link.

    We're looking forward to your reply.
     
    Riel Alc, Apr 22, 2020
    #3
  4. Arun B J Win User

    Looking to buy a PC microphone

    Built in microphone not working

    Hi,



    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps

    Method 1: I suggest you to set microphone as default device and check.


    • Right click on the volume icon in the system tray and then click "Recording devices"

    • Right click on the blank space in the popped up window and then select "Show Disabled Devices" and "Show Disconnected Devices".

    • Right click on Microphone and then click "Enable".

    • Highlight the microphone and then choose "Set as Default Device".

    • Click Apply and OK.


    Step 2: Make sure that the Microphone is not disabled.


    • Make sure that the Microphone is not disabled. Follow the steps given to check that:

    • Right click on the volume icon and select “Recording devices”.

    • Now, Right Click on an empty space and select, “Show disconnected devices” and “Show disabled devices”.

    • Make sure that the Microphone is not disabled.


    And also update the audio drivers from the manufacturer web site and install.

    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help
     
    Arun B J, Apr 22, 2020
    #4
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