Other ways to do this include clicking throughSettings>System>Sound, or executing thems-tweaks:soundRun command.

At the bottom of the screen, selectReset.

Double-click or double-tap the rig that’s having the issue.

Volume mixer in Windows 11 sound settings

From theDrivertab, selectUninstall gear, and thenUninstallfrom the confirmation box.

you’re free to restart these services if you’re experiencing abnormal sound quality issues.

Search Windows forServices, or use the Run commandservices.msc.

Reset in Windows 11 volume mixer settings

LocateWindows Audio Endpoint Builderfrom the list, right-click it, and chooseRestart.

SelectYeson the prompt to also restart theWindows Audioservice.

From that same menu isOpen volume mixer, which will do just that.

Uninstall device in audio device properties in Windows Device Manager

In the Advanced section for sound, look forMore sound prefs.

There you’ll find more options related to your playback devices and sound themes.

FAQ

Tochange Windows 11 system sounds, go toSettings>Sound>More sound options.

Windows Audio Endpoint Builder and Yes highlighted in the Windows 11 services restart prompt

Tap theSoundstab to open a list of Program Events and opt for sound you want to change.

), disable any audio plug-ins or extensions, and manually choose a default speaker.

If you still have problems, run a troubleshooter, then update and restart Windows.

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