How to use USB mic on Xbox Series X?
Make your communication articulate and immersive for the audience by connecting a USB mic with your Xbox series x
USB mics have become quite popular recently, mainly because of the endorsement of podcasters and gamers. These are plug-and-play devices that offer a simple setup and do not require specialized drivers to work. You simply have to plug them into the USB port and carry on with your recording.
While the Xbox Series X also offers USB ports, connecting a USB mic with these gaming consoles is not as simple as it is with other devices. However, it is not too difficult if you follow the right steps, which is exactly what this guide will explain.
Let’s get to it.
Can You Connect a USB microphone with Xbox Series X?
You can connect a USB microphone with Xbox Series X/S, but it is not as simple as plugging it directly into the USB port. You will either require a headset with a built-in mic or a microphone that uses a 3.5mm audio jack, which will be used with an audio splitter connected to the Xbox controller.
It sounds complicated, but when you have the required accessories, the entire process is super easy. Like with every other device, you do not require specific drivers. You only have to crack the trick of connecting different devices.
Why You Cannot Directly Plug In A Microphone To USB Port on Xbox Series X?
Connecting a USB microphone directly to the port on xbox will not work because Microsoft has not designed it to be compatible with a USB mic. Microsoft recommends using a certified headset such as Turtle Beach or Hyper Cloud X, but there is no reason to purchase it if you have a perfectly fine headset and a USB microphone at your home.
How To Connect USB Microphones With Xbox Series X?
There are two ways to connect a USB microphone with Xbox Series X. You can either use remote play or get audio splitter cables to directly connect the mic to the xbox. Let’s look at how to execute both these techniques;
Using Audio Splitter Cables
You will need three accessories to connect a USB microphone with Xbox series X, which include the following;
Once you have the required accessories, proceed with the following steps;
Connection Via Remote Play
It is a relatively easier method and does not require any accessories, but you will need a laptop or PC to connect a USB mic with them. You can connect a USB microphone via remote play;
This method will work best for users who have high-speed internet connections. Users with relatively slow internet connections will experience latency in their audio, impacting their gaming experience, which makes the earlier method better for them.
Users who have relatively slow internet connection will experience latency in their audio, impacting their gaming experience, which makes the earlier method best for them.
How to Troubleshoot a USB mic with Xbox Series X
If a USB mic is not working with Xbox consoles, the first thing you need to check is whether the connections are firmly in place. While the USB mic does not work directly, you will still have to connect to the USB port on the Xbox to draw power. If the microphone is not turning on, try a different USB port.
If the external microphone does not work despite covering the basics, try the following troubleshooting tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sharoon Shahid
Hi! I’m Sharoon Shahid, founder of Audiblearray. With a decade of experience in using mics, I’m here to guide you on your audio journey and save you from gear pitfalls!
