Windows 10: Sound failure

Since the recent W10 update Ican no longer hear my microphone or line/in inputs in my speakers/headphones.


I have a virtual recording studio based on my PC and have had no problems for 15 years on several different PCs and Wondows versions.


This issue means I cannot 'monitor' recordings in progress and renders the 'studio' useless.


What has changed and why?



Please don't tell me to check wiring, W10 sound settings or drivers I am not an amateur.


Playback and recording both work fine but not 'monitoring'.


I have spent three days working through this and cannot find a solution.


I have selected Devices & drivers as the topic because there is topic for Audio.

:)

 

Good surround sound headset

I know you say you're not that guy, but stepping into the $250+ range really brings a change in build quality that might have you never having to buy another set. Otherwise, getting 6 speakers with decent sound in a headset is hard, and that's what you are asking for, and I have no suggestions, but just a bump up the list. *Stick Out Tongue

 

Sound Quality

One thing that sticks out from looking at your "My Computer" specs. You list "ONBOARD 6 CHANNEL (5.1) HIGH DEF AUDIO (AS STANDARD)" which suggests you do not have the correct sound hardware driver. Your motherboard has Realtek sound and the first step is to install the Realtek sound drivers. My ASUS also came with Sonic Studio 2 which is a sound enhancement package. Check the ASUS install disc to see if you have something similar.

May not be a speaker problem.

 

Sound problem

Hi,

We need to investigate further so that we can identify the cause of the issue. We suggest running the Troubleshooter and see if it helps. Follow the steps below:

• Type and select Troubleshooting on the Search bar/Cortana.
• Click Hardware and Sound.
• Select Playing Audio under Sound.
• Follow the steps that will be provided.

If the steps does not work. We suggest downloading a fresh copy of the audio driver from Realtek and see if it helps.

Looking forward to your response.