Fixing mic issues? PC

Hi SgtSpriggs12,

Welcome to Xbox Community Forum. Thank you for sharing your concern with us today and we hope that all is well.

I can see that you are having issues with you Mic. Let me see how I can assist you with this concern.

I'd like to ask a few questions to better grasp the situation:

• Device specs, make and model?
  
• Current version and edition of Windows Installed? (Search for WINVER in Windows search to see this)
  
• What is the make and model of your headset/microphone?
  
• When does it not work? Is it when recording or using discord?
  

So far, based on the information you've provided, you can try the options listed below and let us know whether the problem has been fixed.

Troubleshoot game audio or video issues on Windows

Troubleshoot game audio or video issues on Windows | Xbox Support

Fix microphone problems

Fix microphone problems - Microsoft Support

Additional methods we can perform

Method 1: Check for Windows Update

• Settings
  
• Windows Update
  
• Check for Windows Update
  

Method 2: Run the SFC /SCANNOW command

• Open Command Prompt(Admin)
  
• Type the command below.
  
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  sfc /scannow

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• Wait for the scan to complete.
  
• If there's no errors, you can close the console now.
  
• If it doesn't help, do a Component Store repair with this command:
  
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  dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

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• Restart the computer and run scan again.
  
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  sfc /scannow

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Method 3: Perform Clean Boot

How to perform a clean boot in Windows - Microsoft Support

• Search for Task Manager and open it
  
• Click More details
  
• Move to Startup tab
  
• Click on Disable
  
• Do this on all the startup applications on the list
  
• Close task manager
  
• Search for the command below
  

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msconfig

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• Under the System Configuration Window go to Services
  
• Check Hide all Microsoft Services on the left side
  
• Once all Microsoft Services are hidden click on disable all on the right side
  
• Click on OK then Restart
  

Once we receive your answers to the questions above, we may suggest additional troubleshooting measures.

Looking Forward for your next reply.

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Thank you for understanding.

A patch was released for the xbox app, and that has fixed this issue for me. Used my PC mic while streaming earlier today without issue, so this seems to have been fixed, finally.

A patch was released for the xbox app, and that has fixed this issue for me. Used my PC mic while streaming earlier today without issue, so this seems to have been fixed, finally.

Same. Not sure if it matters but I'm using the Xbox beta app, mic worked with headset plugged into the controller while streaming.

Hi. My name is Brilliant and I am happy to assist you today.

Here are a few troubleshooting tips you can try to resolve your query:
1. Make sure your audio device is turned on.
2. Check the Xbox status.
3. Check your privacy settings.
4. Check your Windows volume settings.
5. Check your audio connection.
6. Check and unplug any audio accessories.
7. Run the Windows audio troubleshooting solution.
8. Check for Windows updates.
9. Restart your Windows device.
10. Plug audio devices into different USB ports on your PC.
11. Check app permissions.
12. Check for known issues and updates from the manufacturer.
13. Scan your device for potential viruses.

For more details on the above kindly visit: https://support.xbox.com/help/frien...re-socialize/troubleshoot-party-audio-windows

I hope this helps resolve your query.