How To Test The Mic Of Your Headsets?

Whether you're a professional gamer or just like to play video games for fun, having the perfect gaming headset is essential. 

And if your microphone isn't working properly, it can be pretty frustrating. Listed below are some common solutions to test the mic of your headset.

Use windows inbuilt setting to troubleshoot the issue:

1. Plug in your headset:

Make sure you plug your headset into the correct audio port of your device. If you are using a wireless headset, make sure you have turned it on and are within range of the receiver.

2. Access Audio Settings:

Depending on your device, you may need to access the audio settings in order to test your headset microphone. 

This can usually be done by going into your device's sound settings or control panel.

3. Testing the microphone:

Once you have accessed the audio settings, look for an option that says something like “Record” or “Test Microphone”. 

Activate this setting and speak into your headset microphone. You should be able to hear yourself in the device's speakers if the mic is working properly. If not, check your connection or try another one.

4. Use a tool for a test recording:

There are many online tools available for test recordings, one such tool is Mic tester. This tool allows you to record a few seconds of sound and then play it back to hear how your microphone sounds. 

This can be helpful in determining if there is any static or distortion coming from your headset mic.

Use The Mic Monitoring Feature Of The Headset:

Many headsets now come with a feature called “mic monitoring”. 

This allows you to hear yourself as you speak into the microphone, helping you find the right balance between speaking too loudly or softly for your device's mic to pick up.

What to do if your headset is not working properly?

If you are still having trouble getting your headset mic to work properly then follow the steps below and test your mic using https://mictester.org/

• Check your connections - make sure all of the cables are securely connected, as well as any wireless receivers.

• Update your device's audio drivers - ensure that you have the latest version installed on your machine.

• Make sure that the headset is compatible with your device - not all headsets will work with certain devices. Sometime the mic monitoring on xbox is not compatible with gaming headphone.

• Check for any software updates - some headsets require a specific driver or patch in order to work properly.

• Try using different ports/devices - if possible, try plugging the headset into a different port or device to see if it works better there.