Windows 10: Realtek audio driver "Enable audio enhancement" makes volume go up & down

I use the realtek audio driver on my windows 11. I have been experiencing volume fluctuations. After experimenting & researching, I found out that the problem lied in the "Enable audio enhancements" in the drivers advance settings, and switching it off fixes the problem, but the sound quality changes. I tried fixing it because I like the enhanced sound, but ultimately failed. So, how to enable the audio enhancements without this issue?Here is what I know & already tried:This problem exists only in the realtek audio driver and not in other drivers because I have other headsets that don'

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Loud Audio Until Volume is Adjusted (Realtek Audio Driver)

Hi Michael,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand the inconvenience caused. I will be glad to assist you with this.

Thank you for mentioning the steps you have tried to resolve the issue. We appreciate your effort.

To better assist you, do let us know the make and model of the computer.

I would suggest you to try using the generic audio driver that comes with Windows.

Here's how: in Device Manager, right-click (or tap and hold) your audio driver >
Update driver software... > Browse my computer for driver software
> Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer, select
High Definition Audio Device, select Next, and follow the instructions to install it.

Also, try turning off the audio enhancement by following the steps below:

• 
  Go to Start, enter Sound, and select Sound Control Panel
  from the list of results.
  
• 
  On the Playback tab, right-click (or tap and hold) the Default Device
  and select Properties.
  
• 
  On the Enhancements tab, select the Disable all enhancements
  check box and try to play your audio device.
  
• 
  If that doesn't work, select Cancel and, on the Playback
  tab, select another default device (if you have one), select the Disable all enhancements check box, and try to play audio again. Do this for each default device.
  

Let us know the result.

 

headphones directional audio issue

Hi

Welcome to Microsoft community.

It sounds like you've identified that your Razer Kraken headphones have suffered some physical damage that affects the directional audio, and you're looking for a way to make them usable by playing all audio through the working part of the headphones. Here are a few steps and suggestions you can try to achieve this:

Step 1: Enable Mono Audio and Adjust Volume

Since you mentioned that enabling mono audio makes the sounds incredibly quiet, you can try to increase the system volume and the application volume to compensate. Here’s how to do it:

1. Enable Mono Audio:
   
   • Open Settings.
     
   • Go to Ease of Access > Audio.
     
   • Toggle on Turn on mono audio.
     
2. Adjust System Volume:
   
   • Right-click the sound icon in the taskbar and select Open Volume mixer.
     
   • Ensure all volume sliders are set to maximum.
     
3. Adjust Application Volume:
   
   • Open the application you are using (e.g., Fallout 4).
     
   • Go to the audio settings within the application and ensure the volume is set to maximum.
     

Step 2: Check Realtek Audio Console Settings

Since you have Realtek Audio Console, ensure it’s configured correctly:

1. Open Realtek Audio Console:
   
   • Search for Realtek Audio Console in the Start menu and open it.
     
2. Check Speaker Configuration:
   
   • Go to the Speakers tab.
     
   • Ensure that the Headphone Virtualization and Front left and right full-range speakers are configured correctly.
     
3. Use Loudness Equalization:
   
   • Go to the Enhancements tab.
     
   • Enable Loudness Equalization to help balance out the audio levels.
     

Step 3: Hardware Fix (Optional)

If you're comfortable with a bit of DIY, you could try to repair the headphone cable. This involves:

1. Cutting the damaged part of the cable.
   
2. Soldering the wires back together or using a new 3.5mm jack.
   
3. Covering the exposed wires with electrical tape or heat shrink tubing.
   

There are many tutorials online that can guide you through this process. However, this requires some basic knowledge of electronics and soldering.

If none of these solutions work, it might be time to consider investing in a new pair of headphones.

Let me know if you need further assistance.

Best regards

Derrick Qian | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

Making Audio Enhancers Working on Windows




Old thread: The Ultimate Realtek HD Audio Driver Mod for Windows 10

Introduction:
To make audio enhancers working, such as SRS Premium Sound. Dolby Home Theater v4.

Follow the APO Driver installation instructions: tinyurl.com/ycemaxx9

Get the audio enhancers: tinyurl.com/y8ldgols

It can also make Viper4Windows working on Windows 10


Audio Enhancers Preview Videos Playlist:
Music for Testing Audio Enhancers: Speak Softly, Love (from 'The Godfather')


Problem Fixing:
If you have different problem on audio enhancers or APO Driver, apply the following fix first:
Run cmd as administrator, type:
Code: FOR %1 IN (*.DLL) DO REGSVR32 /S %1[/quote] If you are running on Windows x64, type the above code first then the below code:
Code: cd /d c:\windows\syswow64 FOR %1 IN (*.DLL) DO REGSVR32 /S %1[/quote]