pc audio

Sony appears to be widening its PC support for PlayStation audio gear: a newly reported PlayStation Link PC Driver for Windows — said to support the PULSE Elite headset and PULSE Explore earbuds — would let PC users update firmware and tune audio without needing a PS5, while September’s...

Microsoft has quietly delivered one of the most consequential audio upgrades for PC users in years: Windows 11 now supports Super Wideband Stereo over Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio, allowing compatible headsets to play full‑fidelity stereo while their microphones are active — a change that...

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update brings a long‑awaited fix for muffled Bluetooth headset audio: support for Bluetooth LE Audio's super‑wideband stereo, letting game audio remain high‑fidelity while voice chat or calls run at a much higher sample rate than the old Hands‑Free Profile allowed...

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...

The Windows 11 development pipeline has quietly introduced a capability that many users have asked for since the days of Windows XP: native audio sharing to multiple devices. Buried in a recent Insider Preview build, the “Shared Audio” feature appears ready to end years of workarounds...

Here's an in-depth look at channeling your Windows 11 audio to multiple speakers, perfect for parties, home theaters, or a multi-room setup. The process can seem daunting at first, but by unpacking the steps and exploring alternative methods, you'll soon be the audio maestro of your space...

Microsoft’s Windows 11 has brought a wealth of features and a refreshed interface—but with creativity sometimes comes clutter. If you’re noticing more ads, suggestions, and nudges for Microsoft services everywhere—from your Start menu to pop-up notifications—rest assured you’re not alone. In...

Did Windows 10 update today and my PC audio stopped working, only have sound from monitors. I went to the sound settings area and looked at the output devices and there is only my monitors. I believe there used to be a Realtek thing there (or something else, I can't remember exactly). I also...

Dear forum users. Since a couple of day's I lost the ability to output sound from the line output of my desktop.The only sound I get is trough the display port of my gpu. I updated all the sound drivers and still no avail. But there are 2 high definition audio controllers visible in the device...

So I got new headphones today and they have no usb cables, they only have the pink and green cables. I've plugged them in the front because I don't know what the blue cable is that means I plugged my speaker in the back. But for some reason my speaker doesn't come up on Playback and don't work...

Windows 10 system sounds are not working. It is set to windows default and I can test the sounds fine. Other sounds are working. Any ideas? :( It's not muted. Been trying to figure this out all day. :D

I have my Samsung S3 connected to my PC and have my pc as a headset so that I can use the PC for voice, I also have Bluetooth headphones I use for audio, and can be used as headset. When I answer a call Windows disconnects my headphones and uses my speakers and mic to handle voice. I would like...

Hi Today I updated my Windows 8 install to Windows 8.1. For the most part it went smoothly but I'm having a weird problem with my text to speech files. But when I hit speak the voice is very distorted and the volume is low, it's the same for all the voices including the Microsoft ones. I...

I have just recently purchased an A/V Receiver-Sony STRDH520, a low-end 7.1ch receiver. I also have a myriad of various speakers to use, from Klipschs to Polk Audio speakers to Bose 301s. I also just purchased a Polk audio 12" powered sub to go with these. Anyway, I plan on only using 5.1 right...

Have just installed Windows 7. The sound very bad, with clicks and lots of distortion. Moving volume up/down causes crackles. Soundblaster X-Fi on Gigabyte GA-M56s-S3 motherboard with the correct drivers, Windows updates and latest BIOS. I have kept XP on another drive and swap the boot drive...

Good morning, all. Okay, so now that I've solved my gaming graphics issues, namely by choosing the parts I wanted rather than buying yet another "Media-Center"-style all-in-one unit that did everything, but not very well, I'm now in need of a solution to my present awful headphone sound quality...

I have a gigabyte p4m900-m4 motherboard in my custom built computer. I have recently been trying to use the output on the built in sound card to supply my subwoofer. I used to be able to do this a few years ago without a problem. But now that I am running windows 7 I do not seem to be able to...

Howdy, all Actually posting this question from within Win7, so I guess I'm giving it more of a chance than I expected to. :) Audio controls question. I have a portable XM radio, hooked up to my PC via Line In. When I unmute Line In, I hear my radio beautifully (and it's a great way to work...

I installed the latest drivers on the Realtek site, and since then, only the rear speakers have worked. I've fiddled around with the settings to no avail. And suggestions?

Hi,have a sound blaster audigy se,drivers work fine,but no longer have the graphic equalizer,have been on google but i am just finding an answer.If there is no way of getting it for this sound card,can anyone recommend another budget card.thank you