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SteelSeries Arctis Microphone is Not Working: 4 Ways to Fix It
Try the steps below if your SteelSeries Arctis won’t work properly
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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What would teamwork in gaming be nowadays without the advanced means of communication? It is of paramount importance our hardware works properly when engaged in ourfavorite titleswith our friends. Lately, many reported that the SteelSeries Arctis microphone is not working.
The problem is being widely reported and many are yet to find a solution for it. We will help you with that. Keep reading to find out all there’s to know when your SteelSeries Arctis microphone is not working!
Why is my SteelSeries Arctis microphone not working?
Here are the primary reasons you are facing the problem:
What can I do if my SteelSeries Arctis microphone is not working?
Before we proceed, perform these quick checks:
If none work, move to the solutions listed next.
1. Check system sound settings
2. Activate app access to your SteelSeries microphone
3. Update the audio driver
Outbyte Driver Updater
4. Download & install the latest SteelSeries Engine software
Can I add a second microphone to my PC?
Yes, you can add a second microphone to your PC< depending on your preference. All you need is the extra USB slot and a working microphone.
Then, all you need to do is navigate the Settings app and press all the appropriate buttons in order to make it happen, as follows:
If your microphone isn’t working for whatever reason, treat things calmly, as there is always an explanation for why software or hardware fails or refuses to work as intended.
Follow the steps above and fix this annoying situation using solutions that have been proven to work for other users as well.
In case you’re having the same problem with a different brand, check ourmicrophone not working on Windows 11guide for more information.
Has this guide been helpful to you in solving this issue? Be sure to leave a comment below with your thoughts and opinions.
Alexandru Poloboc
Tech Journalist
With an overpowering desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter, anchor, as well as TV and radio entertainment show host.
A certified gadget freak, he always feels the need to surround himself with next-generation electronics.
When he is not working, he splits his free time between making music, gaming, playing football, basketball and taking his dogs on adventures.
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Alexandru Poloboc
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With a desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter.
