Why Can't I Hear Anyone on Discord?

[Jasongonzales]

I’m having trouble on Discord — I can’t hear anyone during voice chats. My mic and headphones seem fine, but the audio isn’t working. Can someone help me figure out what might be causing this issue?

 

[Kelseyleblanc]

Usually, it results from choosing the wrong output device in the Voice & Video settings of Discord. Additional factors include deafness, extremely low output volume, out-of-date audio drivers, or a Windows volume mixer setting that mutes Discord.

 

[EvelynLopez]

The main reason is an incorrect audio output device selected in your Discord Voice & Video settings, or the overall volume is too low (either in Discord or your PC's Volume Mixer).

Other causes include being deafened in a channel, outdated audio drivers, or a software glitch requiring a Discord or PC restart.

 

[Daryl_Dixon]

I've experienced that as well; typically, it's a simple solution. Try this:

• Select your headphones or speakers as your output device by going to Discord → User Settings → Voice & Video.
• Verify that the device's volume is not too low or muted.
• Restarting your computer or Discord usually helps.
• Make sure Discord isn't muted in Sound Settings → App volume if you're using Windows.
• If nothing works, try updating your audio drivers.

Most of the time, the incorrect output device was chosen.

 

[ElijahThomas]

The issue is usually due to incorrect settings or a software conflict.

• Check Output Device: Go to User Settings > Voice & Video and ensure the correct Output Device (your headphones/speakers) is selected and the volume slider is up.
• Check Mute/Deafen: Confirm you haven't Deafened yourself or been Server Deafened by an admin.
• Reset Settings: Try clicking Reset Voice Settings in the Voice & Video menu.