Game audio crackling or missing
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The game sound is distorted, popping, or completely silent.
Symptoms
- Static noise
- No sound at all
- Audio cutting out
Possible Causes
- Sample rate mismatch
- Wrong output device
- CPU bottleneck
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Check Output Device
Ensure Windows is set to the correct speakers/headphones.
2
Change Sample Rate
Set audio to 24-bit, 48000Hz in Windows Sound Control Panel.
3
Disable Spatial Sound
Turn off Windows Sonic or Dolby Atmos to see if it fixes the crackling.
When to See a Technician
Audio crackling during intense scenes is often a sign of CPU "stuttering" where the processor can't keep up.
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