Audio too loud on earphones

[MokonaBuny]

I upgraded to windows 7 but every time I use my earphones I need to keep my volume at level 1. If I go even higher then level 10 the audio is really loud.
I'm using Realtek HD.

 

[zigzag3143]

I upgraded to windows 7 but every time I use my earphones I need to keep my volume at level 1. If I go even higher then level 10 the audio is really loud.
I'm using Realtek HD.

MokonaBuny

We really could use some more information abt your system. Please fill in the system specs (lower left corner). Also is your OS 32bit or 64? Clean install of upgrade?

It might be as somple as a setting like room eq, etc in sound cpanel but without info im in the dark

Ken

 

[MokonaBuny]

Processor: Intel (R) Core (TM)2 CPU 4300 @ 1.80GHz 1.80 GHz
Installed memory (RAM) 1.00 GB
System Type: 32-but Operating System
Im using a Dell Vostro 200
I upgraded to Windows 7 from Windows XP.

 

[zigzag3143]

Processor: Intel (R) Core (TM)2 CPU 4300 @ 1.80GHz 1.80 GHz
Installed memory (RAM) 1.00 GB
System Type: 32-but Operating System
Im using a Dell Vostro 200
I upgraded to Windows 7 from Windows XP.

MB

Thanks for filling in some of your sys specs. what sound card? try going to control panel>sound>properties> uncheck anythng that raises or changes volume. If you told us what card or gave us a snapshot we would be able to help more

Ken

 

[MokonaBuny]

Here is a screen shot

 

[zigzag3143]

Here is a screen shot

check theproperties thab on both and seem what options are there. Post scrshot

KEn

 

[MokonaBuny]

Like this?

 

[jdogga]

I also have the same problem. I found a registry tweak for Win XP for this issue, but the same keys do not exist in Windows 7. I just bought some 5.1 "Mentor" headphones which has made it a little worse, since they are a bit louder and there is no volume adjustment on the cord like my old ones. If I put the volume any higher than 4, my ears would probably bleed and the neighbor's dog would start barking. At level 10 I might blow the speakers or the windows.

 

[Garrettec1]

Same problem

I run windows 7 64 bit pro on both my desktop and laptop. I have the exact same problem. I am still looking for a solution that is not "user error."

 

[pxsalmers]

Did you try reinstalling the drivers?

 

[Imperfect1]

You never did say what earphones you have. That may provide a clue as to the problem.

 

[Garrettec1]

Trust me, it is not the earphones. I have tried using Logitech USB earphones and old fashioned plug it into the jack earphone. I also have the same problem my my dell laptop, as I do on my PC. All sound drivers have been uninstalled and reinstalled multiple times to try to fix this problem. It is very frustrating.

 

[Garrettec1]

All sound drivers have been uninstalled and reinstalled multiple times to try to fix this problem. It is very frustrating.

 

[seekermeister]

Forgive my narrow perspective, but I fail to see the problem. Every headset that I have owned has it's own volume control, which is capable of reducing volume to any degree desired. If the problem is global, then you can reduce the volume of the OS itself (not to mention that most apps with sound have their own volume controls also). My sound card also has it's own volume control, and between all of these, it is only necessary to find a balance between them that fits all conditions. Actually, I like my headset to have extra volume available, so that I can lay them on the bed beside me when watching a movie, rather than being forced to always wear them.

All of this aside, you need to be more specific about your hardware and issue than you have been, to be given info more relevant to your problem.

 

[whoisrich]

I had this after purchasing some new Sennheiser headphones.
The problem is headphone type output is given extra power.
The solution is to set the front panel jack to standard speakers.

Here is a picture guide: http://i.imgur.com/bkD6x.png

For Realtek drivers, you do this by opening the 'Realtek HD Audio Manager'.
( Double click the little red speaker icon down in the System Tray )

On the right, you will see images of the audio jacks that you have available.
Double click the green audio jack under the Front Panel section.

This will open up a window with tickboxes allowing you to set the device type.
Tick the 'Front Speaker Out' box instead of 'Headphone'.

This also solved for me issues of hearing 'chirping' and other static like noises.
Remember to do the reverse if you plug something in and the volume is too low.

 

[idjlee96]

@whoisrich

Wow, thanks.
Works like a charm.