How to Change Microphone Input Settings in CS:GO (Quick Guide)

By Marcus Chen

December 11, 2024 at 08:46 PM

Here's a quick guide to changing your microphone input in CS:GO using multiple methods.

Through CS:GO Settings:

  1. Open CS:GO
  2. Click on Settings (gear icon)
  3. Select "Audio Settings"
  4. Under "Voice Input Device," select your preferred microphone
  5. Adjust "Voice Input Volume" as needed
  6. Test your microphone using the "Test Microphone" button

Using Windows Settings:

  1. Right-click the speaker icon in your taskbar
  2. Select "Sound settings"
  3. Scroll to "Input"
  4. Choose your desired microphone
  5. Launch CS:GO for the changes to take effect

Through Steam Settings:

  1. Open Steam
  2. Click "Steam" in the top-left corner
  3. Select "Settings"
  4. Click "Voice" in the left sidebar
  5. Choose your microphone from the "Input Device" dropdown
  6. Test and adjust your microphone volume
  7. Click "OK" to save changes

Common Troubleshooting:

  • If your mic isn't working, verify it's not muted in Windows
  • Check if you've bound the correct push-to-talk key in CS:GO
  • Ensure your microphone permissions are enabled in Windows
  • Verify that your mic is properly connected to your PC

Quick Console Commands:

  • Type "voice_enable 1" to enable voice chat
  • Use "voice_scale 1" to adjust incoming voice volume (0.0 to 1.0)
  • Enter "voice_mixer_volume 1" to change microphone volume (0.0 to 1.0)

Remember to test your microphone in a casual game or with friends before jumping into competitive matches. If you're still having issues, try disconnecting and reconnecting your microphone, or restart CS:GO and Steam.

These settings should help you get your microphone working properly in CS:GO. Make sure to save your settings before exiting the game.

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