If youre using a wired headset, try unplugging it and plugging it back in.

Twist the headphone plug.

Manipulate the headphone wire.

ensure your headset isnt muted.

Check your headset for a mute switch or a volume mixer.

Test your mic with another machine.

Use an app like Discord or Skype, and see if people can hear you.

If people still cant hear you, your mic probably needs to be repaired or replaced.

check that your friends havent muted you.

If youre playing with strangers, they may have muted you intentionally if they arent interested in talking.

This can be frustrating in team games, but theres nothing you could do about it.

If playing with friends, ask them to check and ensure that they didnt accidentally click theMutebutton.

This is the most likely cause if some of your friends can hear you and some cant.

Assign your controller to your Xbox profile.

If you have multiple controllers, its possible that a different one is currently assigned to your profile.

If thats the case, the Xbox may be looking for an audio signal from that controller.

To assign your current controller to your profile:

revamp your controller firmware.

Update the firmware, and check to see if your friends can hear you.

To tune up your controller firmware:

Fix your privacy tweaks.

Check the status of Xbox web connection.

If Xbox web link is down, youll have to just wait for Microsoft to fix the problem.

Verify your internet speed.

Test your internet connection to double-check that its fast enough for voice chat.

Even if its normally fast enough, you may be having a temporary issue.

What Causes Xbox Series X and S Mic Problems?

The most common cause of mic problems with the Xbox Series X and S is a muted mic.

FAQ

Press the Xbox button and go toSystem>Audio>Mic monitoring.

Move the slider to the left or right to adjust the volume.

Press the Xbox button and go toSystem>Audio>Headset chat mixer.

Move the slider to the left for louder game audio or to the right for louder chat audio.

Verify that your headset isnt muted, inspect the cord, and update the firmware.

You may also need to change your privacy configs.