How To Fix Microphone Echo on PS4

PlayStation 4 (PS4) is a popular video game console that gives you the ultimate gaming experience with its incredible gaming power. However, gamers often experience a mild to high echo on the mic while using the PS4 controller.

An echo in your mic can be quite distracting and annoying as you can’t focus on your activity while hearing the same voice. We’ll discuss why there is an echo on your PS4 mic and how you can resolve this problem with our step-by-step instructions.

Why Is There an Echo on My PS4 Mic?

There could be multiple reasons for the echo coming out of the headphone mic attached to your PS4, such as:

• The mic level setting is not correctly configured.
• Incorrect audio output settings.
• External sounds.
• PS4 system software is not updated.
• Using low-quality headphones.
• The headphone jack is dirty.

Fixing Mic Echo on PS4

Fixing the mic echo on PS4 is an easy process, and it can be achieved by trying a few things. With our step-by-step instructions, you will be able to resolve the issue in no time.

We have already shared the reasons for the echo problem on the mic when using it with PS4; now, let’s go through the five methods that can be used to fix the issue.

Method #1: Adjust Mic Level

You should adjust the mic level on your PS4 by setting it in a range that is neither too high nor too low.

To adjust the level accurately, follow these steps:

1. Access the PS4 home screen and navigate to “Settings.”
2. Scroll to Devices > Audio Devices.
3. Scroll to “Microphone Level” and adjust the microphone level bar with the left analog stick on your PS4 controller.
4. Click “Ok” after adjusting the mic level.

Hopefully, now the sound will be crystal clear.

Method #2: Set Audio Output Settings

Incorrect audio output settings can result in a mic echo on PS4. To resolve this issue, do the following:

1. Go to Settings > Sound and Screen > Audio Output Settings.
2. Click on Primary Outport Port > Digital Out.
3. Next, select “Audio Format” and choose “Bitstream” (Dolby).

Method #3: Resolve Headset Issues

Common problems like an unclean jack or a fault in the headset can cause the mic to generate an echo. Luckily, you can try the following steps to eliminate the issue.

Step #1: Clean Your Headset

First, unplug your headset. Next, clean the jack with a suitable cloth. Now, reconnect the headset and check if the issue persists.

Step #2: Use a Different Headset

Change your headset to find out if the problem is with the headset or controller. If the echo persists after changing the headset, then the issue is with the PS4 controller. 

Method #4: Control External Sounds

External sounds from digital devices like television, cameras, etc., play a role in causing mic echo on PS4. To fix the issue:

1. while using PS4 as the mic often picks sound from the TV and relays it back to the voice chat.
2. as the camera mic may pick up sound from the headset and loop it in the voice chat.

Method #5: Update PS4 Software

If the “Automatic Updates” option is disabled on your PS4 or if an update did not install correctly, you can experience an echo.

In this case, you can update the PS4 system software in the following way:

1. Select “Settings” on your PS4 controller.
2. Select System Software Update > Update Now.
3. Click “Next” to download the latest updates on your console.
4. Now accept the license agreement by clicking “Done.” 
5. After installing the latest updates, confirm if this resolves the mic echo.

Summary

In this guide about fixing mic echo on PS4, we shared the probable causes of the issue and discussed five tried and true methods of resolving the echo.

We hope that this guide has been helpful, and one of the methods helped resolve the mic echo on your gaming console. With the improved audio quality, you will have a supreme gaming experience.

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