Mic not working. [SOLVED]

[Nobody]

After 5 years it finally works :)

[Ludek]

Originally posted by Vilzu03:

Hello. I have a gaming headphones with a mic in it. I would like to use it in game, but it doesn't work. My computer can detect the mic, but it can't hear me. I have used mic testing websites like http://www.onlinemictest.com/. The line appears, but the mic can't hear me. If I move the plugs, the line starts moving, but it doesn't move when I speak. Any way to fix this?

You have to set in steam settings.

[ɐǝ⅄]

Just saying,but if your age is on the clock.Don't use a mic but if you aren't a squeaker then I hope it works but I don't know how to fix it,sorry.

[Mashpit]

Check that you have set your mic as your default recording device in the Windows sound settings.
If you use a mic/DAC/soundcard with custom drivers, it'll show up with its own name; if you just plug in your mic into your motherboard/case mic in line, it'll show up with your default audio driver/manager name (ie: Realtek High Definition Audio).

[Mashpit]

Originally posted by Vilzu03:

Still doesn't work.

Does the sound bar in the recording devices menu move when you talk though
If it doesn't you're either missing drivers or have a defective mic
...or plugging your shit into the wrong jacks

Also, link to the headset

[Mashpit]

Originally posted by Vilzu03:

Also, the bar doesn't move when I talk, instead it moves when I move the plugs.

The bar moving when you plug it in is just electric fuzz, it doesn't mean that it's actually picking up any sound.
From what I see, the headset only has one plug leading from the headset, which means that you'll need an audio/mic splitter adapter or a USB powered audio/mic adapter...thingy (Turtle beach amps do this, not sure what the function is actually called since they're the only company that I've seen that makes such a thing). If you didn't get an adapter from your vendor, you can purchase them pretty cheap either online or at your local electronics store (they look like this[us.creative.com]) or buy a turtle beach amp here[www.turtlebeach.com].

[Mashpit]

Originally posted by Vilzu03:

I use my headset just as a microphone for now, and actual speakers as sound. I think I saw one of those in my local store. Thanks for the help, I try to install some drivers next day :)

(psst, a usb powered DAC is a great investment since it improves sound quality and recording quality substantially over most integrated soundcards)

[TotallyAbysmal]

i am still confused

[Nobody]

Originally posted by Abysmal_Ben:

i am still confused

Me too. Was I drunk when writing this?

[Gengar]

Seriously. The last post was like about 5 years ago. Isn't it time that this discussion is closed?

[cheesebugah | [HF]]

That's true

[Jaquarius Nigglepoop]

Originally posted by Degenerate Weeb:

Just saying,but if your age is on the clock.Don't use a mic but if you aren't a squeaker then I hope it works but I don't know how to fix it,sorry.

I know I'm responding to a nearly 7 year old comment, but I'd like to bring it to your attention again because holy ♥♥♥♥ this is the most immature comment i've read any time ever.

[BANNED]

sus

[rat]

Mic doesnt work in literally TF2 only. Every other game works fine. Wtf.

[Lady Alcina Dimitrescu]

Originally posted by Don Snaek:

Mic doesnt work in literally TF2 only. Every other game works fine. Wtf.

[Battlecatz2008]

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