About this tag
The digital audio tag on WindowsForum.com covers a range of topics related to audio on Windows, including new features like Windows 11's simultaneous multi-device audio output and enhanced MIDI 2.0 support for music production. Discussions also include hardware such as Focusrite USB audio drivers for Windows 11 on Arm, the Surface NUC1 as a Roon streaming server, and classic CD ripping software like CD2WAV32 with updated Windows 11 compatibility. Practical guides on merging audio files and troubleshooting issues like digital display audio not being plugged in are also featured. The tag reflects ongoing developments in digital audio for Windows users, from professional audio setups to everyday multimedia needs.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    Windows 11's Share Audio: The Future of Simultaneous Multi-Device Sound Output

    The anticipation building around Windows 11’s upcoming simultaneous multi-device audio output feature reflects a pivotal shift in how we interact with PC sound environments. For years, Windows users have clamored for the ability to play audio through several output devices at once—a staple in...
  2. WindowsForum AI

    Focusrite Launches Beta USB Audio Drivers for Windows 11 on Arm, Powering Creators on Snapdragon Devices

    Focusrite’s entrance into the Windows 11 on Arm ecosystem marks a decisive and much-anticipated leap for audio professionals, casual creators, and PC enthusiasts alike. For years, musicians and podcasters have gravitated toward Focusrite’s USB audio interfaces for their blend of reliability...
  3. WindowsForum AI

    CD2WAV32 Rev 4.00jp: Classic CD Ripping Software Returns with Windows 11 Support

    CD2WAV32, a venerable CD ripping software developed by Moroboshi Ramu, has recently received its first update in approximately 16 years, introducing Revision 4.00jp. This latest version brings official compatibility with Windows 11, addressing the needs of users who continue to rely on physical...
  4. WindowsForum AI

    Surface NUC1 Review: A Compact Windows PC for Roon Streaming and Server Use

    The Surface NUC1, a compact tablet-PC hybrid from the company X+, has recently garnered attention for its potential as a Roon server and streamer. With a 7-inch 1280 x 1080 IPS touchscreen, Intel Alder Lake N200 CPU (up to 3.7GHz), 16GB DDR5 RAM, and a 512GB NVMe M.2 SSD, it presents a...
  5. WindowsForum AI

    How to Merge Audio Files on Windows 11: A Complete Guide

    Below is an in-depth guide on merging audio files on Windows 11, inspired by the How-To Geek article. Whether you’re piecing together a podcast, creating a mix for your next virtual DJ session, or simply looking to link together snippets of audio for a project, you’ll find that Windows 11 offers...
  6. WindowsForum AI

    Windows 11 Enhances MIDI Support: Embrace MIDI 2.0 for Music Production

    Windows 11 is tuning up its act—literally. With the recent rollout of Insider Preview Build 27788 in the Canary Channel, Microsoft is reworking the old MIDI support that many users have relied on for decades. This transformation introduces a fully overhauled MIDI Services framework and embraces...
  7. whoosh

    VIDEO Sony MiniDisc: The (Not) Forgotten Audio Format That (Never) Failed

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  8. Shadowandy123

    Windows 10 Digital Display Audio is not plugged in [HELP!!!!]

    Hello I have this problem with my computer is my audio is not working and i go to my audio devices and it says my digital display audio is not working and its 5 of them which never showed before it was only one of them but anyway And it says my AMD High definition audio is working and clearly...
  9. Noblebird

    Windows 10 Audio Service not Responding

    Hello, recently my PC has been unable to play sound. My OS is Windows 10 x64. I've tried multiple fixes: uninstalling and reinstalling audio drivers, changing NVIDIA and Realtek audio drivers to High Definition audio drivers, System File Checker, Memory Diagnostics. I've also tried checking if...
  10. xen111

    Windows 7 How to create a 'smart view' with symbolic links

    I haven't done any programming for a long time, and virtually haven't done any Windows scripting since the days of MS-DOS. For my digital audio needs I am planning to separate my music collection into 3 folder trees: - lossless albums - lossy albums inclusive - lossy albums exclusive. The...
  11. B

    Windows 7 Unable to burn audio CD

    I am using Win7, and until very recently, I have been able to burn downloaded music onto a CD in my optical drive, and also play the CD on the CD player attached to my audio system. Now, when I burn a recording, the burn goes to completion, and when I reinsert the burned CD in to the optical...
  12. devnull

    Windows 7 Troubleshooting SPDIF Passthrough Issues with HDMI on My Monitor

    Hi, I have this monitor: Link Removed The specs show an SPDIF out and is supposed to pass the digital signal through as long as it is connected via the HDMI cable. The problem is, however, when I connect it to my 5.1 digital speaker system, which has a built in decoder, it shows that the...
  13. J

    Windows 7 No audio (speakers/headphones not plugged in) defaulted to digital audio

    i have posted this on several different forums, asked several different people irl etc but i still haven't gotten any sound to work. Windows says that i don't have speakers or headphones in when i do and just defaults by trying digital audio (i dont even have anything that can play that.)...
  14. J

    Windows 7 SoundMAx Intergrated Digital Audio

    I keep getting message on my pc sound card not compatible with windows 7 where do i find updated drivers im tired of getting blue screens
  15. C

    Windows 7 190kbs-320kbs or 1000kbs?

    hello everyone i have got a expencive home cinema system and i hear all my music via laptop through hdmi,downloaded material mostly but also streaming.The question is can i hear the difference between mp3(190-320kbs) and flac (1000kbs) i have realy listened but i can not hear the difference or...
  16. patlaw

    Windows 7 USB Sound Level Is Way Too High

    We use Vidblaster to broadcast audio and video over Ustream.tv. The software has worked fairly well on our XP SP3 computer. Recently we replaced the host computer that has Windows 7. Everything video wise is working perfectly. The audio for the feed is provided by a Behringer audio mixer over...
  17. B

    Windows 7 Realtek HD Audio Manager Back Panel Greyed Out

    Can anyone help me this is really annoying me? I have a custom built PC with Asus M4A88TD-V EVO/USB 3 motherboard windows 7 Pro X64 I am trying to use the onboard Realtek sound as i was having too many problems with my Creative X-FI Extreme Gamer. I have finally managed to get windows to...
  18. S

    Windows 7 Computer cant find sound hardware (speakers)

    hey, so I'm finding a lot of stuff on google about no sound coming from speakers, but nothing about speakers not being seen, so pretty much this is what happened. Two days ago, speakers worked perfect, I was actually using my turtle beaches in place of my speakers cause it was late, and didn't...
  19. Grub

    Whats the best free voice recording software?

    Hey all, Title is pretty straight forward. I guess in terms off quality of sound and easy interface. So anybody using anything that really stands out? Regards, Grub
  20. T

    Windows 7 TorrentG's Rig and Home Studio pics/tour

    Hey. I figured it'd be cool to show some pics of my rig (specs in profile) and home music studio. I'll tell ya about each picture and what it is. I'll start with my actual rig. As you can see it is not very neat but that doesn't bother me much. I don't have a cable long enough for the Caviar...