#"Crunchy" audio in Windows 11

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brisk breach
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I've been having this issue recently where my audio starts to crack at random sometimes and I'm not so sure how to fix it.

rare nexus
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basic checklist for stuff like this:

make sure your stuff is fully plugged in. I know you think it is, but double check anyway. this includes on the headphone end as well as on the back of your computer, as well as the onboard audio header if applicable.

Next, update your audio drivers. if the generic ones from windows don't work, usually the manufacturer will have ones on their website, so try those.

Next, this usually wont do a lot, but make sure Windows is up to date. eliminating variables and such.

Next, make sure your speakers / headphones aren't damaged. plug them into another system, test to make sure they work in that system. if they're not working, it's most likely a hardware issue, not a software issue. sometimes the connector is scratched, and that causes crackling and popping.

sharp shard
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if none of that works please tell us

brisk breach
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How can I update my audio drivers, like how do I find the download for them?

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Also, when I go to my laptop's manufacturing website to search for the drivers on my laptop, I'm prompted with this:

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When I click the dropdown menu for "What OS do you have?" there is no "Windows 11" option.

pseudo forge
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try different cables.
make sure your speakers are working.
Try another set of speakers.

brisk breach
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I have a laptop

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Plus, if it was a hardware issue it wouldn't be noticeable in the video, right?

sharp shard
brisk breach
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so... what do I do now?

brisk vigil
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I think it might have to do with the latest windows 11 update, try restoring if you can or reinstalling older version of windows.'

brisk breach
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Tbh I'd rather wait until a new version of windows releases, right now I am on Win11 version 22H2, do you know approximately when the next version will release?

brisk breach
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What if I just select Windows 10 and download the drivers? Will that break anything?