Hearing your own voice while using a headset can provide a more natural and immersive experience, especially during voice calls or recordings. If you want to hear your own voice in your headset, this step-by-step guide will help you achieve that on various devices and platforms.
- Windows Operating System
To hear your own voice in a headset on Windows, you can use the “Listen to this device” feature:
- Right-click on the speaker icon in the system tray and select “Sounds” or “Playback devices.”
- In the “Playback” tab, locate your headset or headphones and right-click on it.
- Select “Properties” and navigate to the “Listen” tab.
- Check the box that says “Listen to this device.”
- Click “Apply” or “OK” to save the changes.
Now, when you speak into your microphone, you will hear your own voice through your headset.
- Mac Operating System
To enable the feature on a Mac, you can use the built-in Audio MIDI Setup utility:
- Go to the “Applications” folder and open the “Utilities” folder.
- Launch the “Audio MIDI Setup” application.
- In the Audio Devices window, locate your headset or headphones.
- Check the box next to “Drift Correction.”
- Adjust the slider labeled “Input Gain” to a level where you can comfortably hear your own voice.
- Close the Audio MIDI Setup application.
Now, when you use your headset, you will be able to hear your own voice.
- VoIP Applications
If you primarily use a VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) application for voice calls, you can enable the feature within the application settings:
- Open the VoIP application you use, such as Skype, Zoom, or Microsoft Teams.
- Go to the settings or preferences section of the application.
- Look for the audio or microphone settings.
- Enable the option to “Play audio through your headset” or “Hear your own voice.”
- Save the changes and exit the settings.
Now, when you make or receive voice calls through the VoIP application, you will be able to hear your own voice in your headset.
- External Audio Interfaces
If you use an external audio interface or a USB microphone with built-in headphone monitoring, the process may vary. Consult the user manual or documentation specific to your device to learn how to enable the monitoring feature. Typically, there will be a dedicated knob or button on the device that allows you to adjust the monitoring level or enable direct monitoring.
By following these steps, you can hear your own voice in your headset, providing a more immersive and natural experience during voice calls, recordings, or any other activities that involve your voice. Remember to adjust the volume and gain levels to a comfortable level, ensuring a balanced audio experience.