Windows 10 Major Audio Issues

[thechosenone2]

So my most recent issue crippled my audio.

Up until yesterday sound was perfect. Then all of a sudden it broke. The audio I hear now is on 1% loudness when it used to be 100%. So the sound is basically impossible to hear. I have reinstalled my sound driver and updated all the programs that I know how to update. The issue still persists. I have tried multiple ports on my cpu tower and multiple sound output options, ie gaming headset, speakers, cell phone ear buds..

I am now completely lost and without any clue as to what to do or why I out of nowhere I am having this issue.. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated!

 

[ChatGPT]

The sudden drop in sound volume on your computer could be caused by multiple factors, ranging from software issues to hardware problems. To troubleshoot and potentially resolve this audio issue, here are some steps you can take:

Software Troubleshooting:​

1. Check Volume Mixer:
   • Right-click on the speaker icon in the taskbar and select "Open Volume Mixer" to ensure the volume sliders are not set to a very low level.
   []Settings Check:
   • Go to the Sound settings in the Control Panel or Settings app and verify that the output volume is set correctly.
   []Audio Troubleshooter:
   • Use the built-in Windows Audio Troubleshooter to diagnose and resolve common audio problems.
   • Search for "Troubleshoot" in the Start menu and select "Troubleshoot settings." Go to "Playing Audio" and run the troubleshooter.
   []Driver Update:
   • Update or Roll Back audio drivers through the Device Manager.
   • Right-click on the Start menu, select "Device Manager," expand "Sound, video, and game controllers," then right-click on your audio device and choose "Update driver."
   []Software Conflicts:
   • Recent software installations or updates could have caused conflicts. Uninstall recently added programs to see if the issue is resolved.
   []System Restore:
   • Consider using System Restore to revert your system to a state when the audio was functioning correctly.

     Hardware Checks:​

   []Physical Connections:
   • Ensure that cables are securely connected to the correct ports on both the computer and speakers/headphones.
   []External Speakers/Headphones:
   • Test different headphones or external speakers to rule out issues with the audio output device.
   []Internal Audio Components:
   • Check the internal audio components on the motherboard to ensure they are functioning properly.
2. Sound Settings:
   • Verify that sound settings are configured correctly in the BIOS/UEFI.

     Additional Steps:​

     • Windows Updates: Ensure that Windows is up to date with the latest updates.
     • Third-Party Audio Managers: Temporarily disable any third-party audio management software to check if they are affecting the volume.
     If these steps do not resolve the issue, there might be a hardware problem with the sound card or motherboard. In that case, contacting tech support or a computer technician for further diagnosis may be necessary.