I've been using my headset for about 10 years without issue on Windows, but now that I've switched to my new Linux setup, I'm experiencing constant noise issues. I've tried adjusting the gain with PulseAudio Volume Control, but the noise only goes away when my voice is barely audible. I've also used the mic's mute switch, which does stop the noise. I've unplugged and replugged the mic, and I've restarted my computer—sometimes that helps, but other times I'm sent to a safe restart screen. I'm running Kubuntu 24.04, with KDE Plasma version 5.27.12, and I'm hoping someone could suggest steps to troubleshoot this mic issue!
3 Answers
I had a similar noise issue on my laptop, and the only solution that worked for me was using a different mic. If your mic works fine on other PCs, it might just be a compatibility issue with your Linux setup.
Always helpful to mention your distro and hardware details when posting technical questions! It really aids in troubleshooting.
You might want to look into changing some configuration files and adjusting the sample rates. Reinstalling PipeWire could also help. If you have access to another Linux device, testing your mic there could give you more insight. Another idea is to try a live boot of a different distribution to see if the issue persists there.
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