Microphone Sensitivity

How to Fix Microphone Sensitivity in Windows 10


Improperly configured microphone sensitivity settings can cause unwanted background noise or noise when using your mic.This can often lead to painful or annoying situations when trying to record high-quality audio.

Experiencing microphone sensitivity in Windows 10 is not uncommon existence. Typically, these default settings that the Windows 10 operating system gives are not yet optimized for background noise reduction. Not something you want plaguing your recently uploaded podcast or YouTube video session.

You should understand that the only good solution for Crystal Clear Audio is how and why your mic sensitivity settings should be adjusted.

You can choose a sound-canceling microphone, and you should, but what steps can be taken to change mic sensitivity is essential for the best possible audio setup.

After fixing microphone sensitivity, check your mic with our online mic test tool.

How To Fix Mic Sensitivity In Windows 10

Here are some tips to help you get started with Crystal Clear audio output. So long as you have the budget, never purchase a low-quality mic. 

You should always choose a mic with a high-quality headset or a sound-canceling microphone as either will get a quality sound. Continuing with a higher-quality than low-quality microphone selection mic, with a USB connection will typically give a lower quality sound to the user using a 3.5mm connection.

USB mics are decent enough for beginners but to further your goal of reaching the “perfect audio” quality, 3.5mm is the more suitable choice.To further reduce background noise we recommend a Pop Filter and Air Filter for your mic setup.

You should assure that your microphone is no more than a foot away from your face while speaking. The optimal distance differs from person to person. To discover yours, perform a precheck before beginning a project.

Additional Precautions: The microphone is fully charged (if it is running on battery power), the volume is set to at least half (if it has volume control), the microphone connected to your computer is secure, and both audio and mic drivers are up to date.

So now, You have the tips, let us provide you with the necessary steps to help fix microphone sensitivity in Windows 10.

Reducing Microphone Buzzing and Background Noise in Windows 10

A lot of people are searching the internet to solve this problem. It is one of the more widespread searches out there right now. There are several different methods one can take to achieve this fix however, they don’t always work for everyone.

For one search, fix all Windows 10 solutions to this issue, look to the following guide.

Begin by typing the control panel into the taskbar search box. Select the Control Panel when it pops up in the results.

From the Control Panel window, find and click on the Hardware and Sound option.

For those who have the “View by” set to Large icons or Small icons, you will instead need to scroll to find and click on Sound.

If you have chosen Hardware and Sound, in the next window select Sound.

While in the Sound dialog window, go to the "Recording" tab, All your recording devices picked up by the Windows 10 operating system will appear here.

Right-click the microphone with the sensitivity issue, and then click Properties.

Click on the “Level” tab and make sure your microphone is set to ‘100’. This would be the maximum level your mic can be set.

If the sound output is low it will stay at 100 and you may need to adjust the vocal distance from the mic.

 For those who have a naturally loud boom, you can lower the level until the noise subsides.If available, the Mic Boost slider should be kept at +10.0 dB or more.

After regulations are made, navigate to the “Enhancements” tab. Some mics may not have this tab. This is especially for those mics and headsets which has noise cancellation features.

Select Quick Mode and place a checkmark in the box marked Echo Cancellation and Sound.Once these selections have been done, click OK to save the changes.

This should help to relieve any background noise or buzzing issues you may face with mic sensitivity in Windows 10. At this point, you should attempt an audio recording to see if the problem has been fixed.

The “Playing Audio” Troubleshooter

By running Plain Audio Troubleshooter You can try, getting Windows 10 to help with your mic sensitivity problem.

Go back to Control Panel, switch to "View by:" in large icons, scroll down and select Troubleshooting.

  •     On the left side, click View All.

  •     Locate and click on Playing Audio.

  •     Click Next and follow the onscreen instructions.

Chances are there won't be any problems in Windows 10 but it's always good to cover all the bottoms.

Checking The Drivers In Windows 10

It is important to keep all of your hardware drivers updated whenever a new update is released. Windows 10 will usually do an okay job at automating this.

However, it is also possible that a manual update may be required, This is especially true for third-party devices that do not recognize Windows.

To ensure that your mic’s drivers are up to date, type Device Manager into the taskbar search box and select it from the results.

  • Expand Sound, game, and video controllers.

  • Right-click your mic device and select Update Driver.

  • Make sure you are currently connected to the Internet and then select Automatically search for   updated driver software.

  • Allow your computer to scan the Internet for the most up-to-date option for drivers for your mic device

  • You will be notified if you already have the most recent driver installed

  • To install the driver that is discovered, you may need to restart your system. 

  • It is also possible that you may need to go to the mic manufacturer’s website to download and install the driver manually. Look at your device’s instruction manual for further guidance.

Application Issues

Sometimes you will discover that the microphone sensitivity in Windows 10 that you experience isn’t the fault of your microphone at all. 

If this is the case, you will have to look into the application by yourself by visiting its official website.