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Windows 10, the latest operating system, brings many outstanding improvements for users. However, some users encounter sound issues after upgrading to Windows 10, such as distorted audio. There are various reasons behind this issue, and this article will guide you through fixing distorted sound in Windows 10.
Causes of Distorted Sound in Windows 10
Common Causes of Distorted Sound in Windows 10
How to Handle Distorted Sound in Windows 10?
1. Check Your Connections
When facing distorted sound issues in Windows 10 while using headphones, the first thing you should do is check all the connection jacks. Sometimes, loose pins or incomplete contact may occur. Dirt can restrict the contact pins of the jack or you may notice the headphone jack feeling slightly loose when plugged into the computer. In this case, gently plug and rotate until you hear sound. As a last resort, try plugging the headphones directly into another laptop or computer.
After updating Windows 10, sound drivers may conflict with certain applications unknown to us or the sound drivers may be too old, incompatible with the current version, causing sound issues on the computer. To address this problem, we can reinstall the sound drivers for the computer.
Step 1: From the user interface, press the Windows + R key combination, enter devmgmt.msc in the Run dialog box and press Enter or OK.
Step 2: In the Device Manager window, double-click Sound, video and game controllers, right-click on the sound driver name, and select Update Driver Software as shown below.
Step 3: The driver update dialog appears, where you will have 2 options:
Search automatically for updated driver software: Automatically update drivers
Browse my computer for driver software: Browse on your computer if you have downloaded the sound driver package.
If you choose Search automatically for updated driver software, Windows will automatically search for the latest version for you.
If you opt for Browse my computer for driver software and encounter difficulty finding sound drivers for your computer, readers can utilize DriverEasy software, which is capable of updating to the latest driver version for optimal system performance.
After completing the aforementioned steps and still experiencing distorted sound in Windows 10, it may be due to hardware malfunction. For laptops, it is advisable to take them to repair centers for inspection or replacement. As for desktop computers using external speakers, the best approach is to try connecting the speakers to another device to accurately determine the source of the issue.
Advice:
- Avoid maxing out the Volume, as doing so can quickly lead to distortion and potential speaker damage. The recommended volume level is between 50% to 70%.
