How to Connect USB Microphone to Xbox Series S for Gaming & Streaming (Fast, Easy, & Updated) 2022

[@user-ew7vg1hw8k]

Worked on my Series X. Thanks a lot and now I can start streaming. I got the fifine mic that you’re using in the video

[@Timstuh]

wooooo!! that’s awesome news

[@ssmokiee1827]

Does it come w the stand or do u have to buy that?

[@PunjabiProductions22]

@@Timstuh do I have to have a headset or can I play other people's audio through the speakers?

[@LL-fi4rr]

I got the same mic. Do you just leave the USB part plugged in to your pc or something? I think I’m gonna try this

[@PunjabiProductions22]

I bought everything but I keep hearing this loud buzzing and I can't hear the other people talking in the microphone just talks through my speakers

[@itsMeBomb]

I've gone through so many different videos for this and you by far are the most knowledgeable video producer. Thank you so much you got my mic and stream sounding so much better. Thank you now i have that crisp sound and my teammates notice a lot

[@Timstuh]

Yo! Congrats!

[@kristawilson05]

Can this be done without the headphones? Trying to completely get rid of the headphones because it's caused tinnitus over the years. I want to use a mic, zero headset. Xbox is hooked up to a tv...I can hear through the TV already.

[@bethymarie1195]

Will a blue yeti work? Or do I need the exact mic you have here?

[@Timstuh]

Absolutely! Blue Yeti is the face of USB mics with all these features. I originally tested that too. I used that actual official Xbox adapter though.

[@bethymarie1195]

@@Timstuh that's the one with 5 buttons right?

[@Timstuh]

Subscribe for more! Thanks fam

[@Young_kid_carter]

Does it have to be a turtle beach adapter or can it be a different brand

[@BractonJoned]

this video is a little old so hope you answer but do you know if the blue yeti mic works with this process or should I facebook marketplace it?

[@MannyCervantes-nj5xs]

Do you need the turtle beach adapter? I see other stereo adapters for cheaper

[@Thefoobs]

What kind of mic are you using?

[@Nezziemusic]

I know this question sounds stupid, but I saw other videos saying that the mic still works without the stereo adapter. Do you need the stereo adapter for the mic to work on Xbox? Like can you just plug the splitter into the controller without having to use the stereo adapter for the mic to work?

[@4inchpe759]

On the Xbox one you didn’t need the adapter but it could’ve changed

[@Timstuh]

Series X you may not need one, but everything else you do.

[@Mahdihammoud-rb8vd]

Do you need to use the adapter or can u just hook it up to your Xbox with out anything

[@Timstuh]

USB is not plug and play with xbox

[@TTVexvinlty]

Would this work even though my headset has a mic? I know it's a pretty stupid question seeing as you said It wouldn't but the headset I use has a mic so I'm not sure if it is gonna work

[@Malrats]

I had this working just fine and suddenly it just doesn’t anymore. No idea what’s going on. Nothing changed. Maybe it’s my laptop trying to use the microphone and such instead of just powering it. Very frustrating. Edit: Windows had the microphone muted in the properties for the device. It’s a bit buried in there. But that fixed it 100%.

[@sultanjarga6212]

Thanks man, very useful. I watched so many vidoes, non of them helped really, was wasting time. You helped me big time.🥳

[@Andres_2096]

Does headphones from i phone works? Since I got use them with my microphone on my computer

[@Timstuh]

They can be tricky. I know earbuds work without a mic for sure.

[@annamordecai4001]

my mic isn't working and I have everything that I need. What should I do?

[@Raviena_Ranger]

hello i looked at the microphone you are using from finfine and it says its not compatible with xbox, i just wanted to clarify that you say it does work. im wanting to buy the updated version from finfine but only if it works with xbox. any input helps thank you!

[@ForeverOHERO]

Idc if it confuses the mic but can I still use a headset with a mic but just mute it?

[@VanessaNolen-n3g]

Thank you for all your help and for putting the items online that was helpful for a mom who has no clue what to buy

[@Timstuh]

Wooo! It is a difficult process for sure!

[@adam7m1]

Do you mind contacting me something is not right working with the Xbox

[@reecekrispies]

If I have Bluetooth headset for Xbox that connects through usb can I not just plug the usb microphone in aswell and it works ?

[@JohnyAndrew]

would a blue yeti microphone work with this method?

[@Timstuh]

Yes for sure! Use the official xbox adapter though.

[@JohnyAndrew]

@@Timstuh i get a weird buzzing noise with my blue yeti. which mic did you use in the video?! not for the test but on the beginning of the video

[@Jolzy]

Would this work with my hyper x earbuds?

[@Timstuh]

If they are wireless they will not due to Xbox really hating other wireless formats than their own

[@Jolzy]

They are not wireless

[@GloGod]

Some questions, I don’t have a capture card, I stream through lightstream. With that being said, Does this set up cause anyone noise or echo if I try to stream with it? Plugging the mic into the headphone does it allow talkback? Where you don’t feel stuffy when talking if you know what I mean. Thanks for answering!

[@jackal4444]

Def can cause some reverb and unwanted frequency pass through, not too sure how bad tho

[@stitt912]

Does this work for blue yeti and Sony headphones that already has a jack connected on it? When connecting to blue yeti and Sony headset I’m getting a buzzing sound

[@christinecaffeine]

So I did all of this with the HyperX and it seems to recognize it on my Xbox when I test it in party chat. BUT it isn't working in Modern Warfare 2...The audio settings don't even let me select a mic....HELPPPP

[@Timstuh]

Sad news is this is ONLY PARTY CHAT. Game chat does not work. So prox Warzone chat is not available

[@christinecaffeine]

Nooooo! Hahah I’m so sad. So in order for this to work I’d have to just get an Xbox headset? I’m guessing only if you have a ps5 or pc this usb mix would work very easily?

[@christinecaffeine]

@@Timstuh disappointing! Thanks for the reply though!

[@cmeentertainment3310]

What headphones do you recommend

[@Timstuh]

ONEODIO! Cheap cost and good quality

[@cmeentertainment3310]

@@Timstuh ok bet I order it I used your whole technique I hope it works

[@jordanwade4590]

Will you need a splitter and stuff if you got a wireless headset??

[@Timstuh]

Wireless does not work

[@rhizospheregaming]

I bought a stereo adapter but its not the one you have hear and I have a ton of feedback. Is this why? I cant seem to fix the feed back issue no matter what

[@nathanjohnson2716]

I have a pair of A40s, if I take out the mic will on my headset will it be fine?

[@tonymaher744]

Does this work using a gaming chair instead of headphones? Or is there a way of using a mic with a gaming chair for audio? Thanks in advance (a very confused dad!)

[@KicksSquish]

I'm not going to promise anything but as long as the chairs only audio and it doesn't have a built in mic you should be fine to just plug the aux into the chair rather than a headset. Make sure the aux going to the mic and the splitter are trrs aux and not just trs or the mic won't work.

[@khaledkhalefa3866]

Dose have to be a turtle beach adapter or can i use the normal xbox adapter???

[@crespoluis210]

Hey there I still need the turtle beach adapter if I have the Xbox series x, could only work with the splitter?

[@alfonsodumas4638]

hey whats up so it works with all the usb microfones? im going to buy te fifine am8 , so it would work ?

[@AJCoReTV]

Series X, mic works on game chat & part chat… BUT….How can you get the incoming voice chat voices to TV speakers?! (Chat output set to speakers) I don’t want to use headset on the splitter, because I use headset connected to my stream PC… so the Xbox players hear me, but my stream audience & myself can’t hear them!

[@Timstuh]

Sup fam! You have to set your xbox settings to enable tv speakers and headphone speakers as if you were projecting sound for everybody to hear. I'm not sure what it is called exactly on series x but it is a output feature.

[@AJCoReTV]

@@Timstuh thx I figured it out… Xbox routes “in-game chat” differently than PS5, so in order to capture in-game chat to a USB capture card, you have to connect the controller to the capture card using 3.5mm cable & switch the cap card setting from Hdmi audio to Analog… honestly this is a Terrible method, hoping Xbox can change this on the next Xbox they release.

[@Zuyla]

@@AJCoReTV how’d you get your usb mic to work in gamechat? Mine only works in discord & xbox partys

[@J_hwrd]

My audio isnt going through to the xbox as in my circle isnt moving is there maybe a setting i need to change or something?

[@yassie9271]

hi awesome video 👍 just a question how did you get your game play audio of other players in game into your stream without being in a xbox live party?

[@Timstuh]

game chat does not work only party chat. It will be setting your xbox to external speakers

[@veoxzy4480]

Hey, I've a normal xbox one with an xbox series s Controller does it work too or not?

[@Timstuh]

It should

[@chavez6085]

What if i have a headphone that has a mic? Will everything still work?

[@chavez6085]

Can i use the Mic to stream as well? (Whole plugged in my xbox?)

[@Timstuh]

Yup! I have console streaming vids too. Using the mic you can if you follow the terrible setup xbox makes us do haha

[@chavez6085]

@@TimstuhSo basically i can use my QuadCast to stream AND talk to party chat all in once? (My bad for the bad explanation on my first comment)

[@Benjimakesvideos]

Does it work the same on Xbox One S? If so, does a fifine ampligame A6V work?

[@Kaliturtle315]

Hey whats good bro....so yeah I watched ur video and the weirdest thing.....so I got it to work but it doesn't work right away and I was able to dona stream or 2 but then sometimes it don't work at all. What are some of the reasons I can't get it to work?

[@PLJSZPLAYZ2081]

Can you use speakers in stead of head phones

[@Wadey229]

would i need the stereo adampter? i have everything else, but the two cords i have do not have the microphone or headphone label, will this be a problem?

[@Timstuh]

Yes. Xbox you MUST get the adapter. Some people say they have, but this is the safest bet.

[@mommyneedswine6040]

Do you know any other mics i can use to have this work because i have a buget?

[@Timstuh]

I enjoy the fifine mics for sure! Very affordable! Just make sure they have the headphone port and monitoring

[@tatesonnenburg1847]

Do u need a stereo adaptor

[@Timstuh]

Yes. Some say the series x doesn’t though. I wouldn’t know because I haven’t tested it on a Series X just a One S & Series S. Hope that helps!

[@iitzfizz]

Could I do this and then put the controller to one side and use a different one, I really want my controller to be wireless.

[@aldenbridges2590]

hey i have a question i have a wireless headset so what would i do to connect my usb mic with my headset

[@Timstuh]

Wireless does not work with this. It is because Xbox is being mean for real lol

[@bangerboy7777]

It keeps buzzing for me and my mates in party show do I fix that

[@KeithJones-v8e]

What mic is cheaper for this ?

[@dseraxx]

how to make tea? get some seeds and grow a plant first lmao 😂

[@Timstuh]

Thanks Xbox for forcing us to buy your products lol

[@JustClutchTV]

Would this work now that discord is on Xbox? And would you know how this would affect streaming with Lightstream?

[@Timstuh]

Lightstream would not be affected in terms of their overlays for sure. Discord can maybe be an option, but not everybody enjoys that. I will look into console discord and see how USB mics work

[@Glug21]

Can you show how to connect a usb mic with xbox plus with elgato at the same time? I have a astro a50 5th gen that does not have a audio jack built into the headset and looking for a way to connect just the mic with xbox and elgato.

[@babiiboy414]

I don’t get how anyone got this to work, i bought everything in the description and either it picks up my audio briefly and i sound robotic or it doesnt pick up my audio at all. I bought 2 of each cable just incase and I’ve used Boths sets and nothing works. Are their some kind of settings i have to adjust or wtf. Very frustrating spending the money on all this and nothing works. Someone please help!!!

[@BigFam773]

Can you use a usb mic and usb webcam on the Xbox series s at the same time

[@ThomasPmt]

It will works with turtle beach 50x headset (i will remove the mic) and use my blue yeti ? Second question : no need to use USB for the xss controller? Wireless works ? No need to plug the controller to the console ? Last question,. I bought this stereo adapter on Amazon fr 22,99€ for my xss controller, it will works ?? QUMOX Adaptateur de Casque 3,5 mm pour amplificateur de Son pour contrôleur de Jeu Xbox One, Noir It's on the way, i will have this item tomorrow, I'm on XSS. Hope it will works ...

[@my_guyzer]

Does this setup bypass the audio delay on Twitch? Or do you still have to do that trick?

[@Timstuh]

This is bypass the audio delay depending on the cam you use. If not I have an audio video for it too

[@my_guyzer]

@@Timstuh Thank you.

[@ONYXSnake]

I got everything it still didn’t work the only difference is I’m using hyper x quad cast instead of the other mic, I do t u deter and what wrong is there w A way to have a wrong splitter

[@Timstuh]

That should definitely work. What adapter are you using?

[@ONYXSnake]

@@Timstuh i just bought a new y split to see if that was the reason I’ll find out Wednesday, i have everything needed but that specific y split, so i hope that’s the reason

[@JaBaby55]

I’m gonna do this but would it work if I just muted my mic that’s on my headphones? Or do I “have” to have one that doesn’t have a mic?

[@Timstuh]

Without a mic. So no gaming headset actual headphones. You are splitting audio basically unauthorized. To complete a split on xbox is very difficult therefore you cannot use anything that has a mic

[@THECHAMPISRAW3]

If u use a computer to record would it work like that like from the Xbox without being in a party and stuff?

[@moonshadesrecords2859]

so you basically using the monitoring of your mic - you could as well plug in the usb somewhere else - its just to power the mic

[@seedcoconut]

Can I use a headset on my xbox for party chat and a seperate mic on my PC for recording videos?

[@Timstuh]

Yes! you can use a free streaming software like OBS/Streamlabs to record on your PC. You do NOT have to stream you can just do offline recording or you can do a capture card.

[@seedcoconut]

@@Timstuh Thanks!

[@AzzaTTVYT]

I have a question, will you still be able to here yourself when your talking

[@Timstuh]

Yes the mic monitors for sure.

[@AzzaTTVYT]

@@Timstuh and I have one more question, do you 100% need the headphone adapter?

[@OutBreakT400]

Hello, so i have a xbox series X and i got the hyper X Quadcast S microphone i got everything in the video and Astro a10 headset… I cant here my friends in party OR game chat…i’ve tried everything please help!

[@Timstuh]

Party chat should maybe be an enabling issue. Game chat does not work with this method

[@Non-perishable]

Will the fifine mic your using work

[@Timstuh]

I noticed it works with the official xbox adapter not the turtle beach one. I tested the fifine k670 with it.

[@Non-perishable]

@@Timstuh k thank you so much

[@OllieRichardson-qz4up]

Do u need a voloume on it ?

[@blaccoalgaming]

Will it work without a headphone jack?

[@Timstuh]

No because it's what helps split the audio

[@blaccoalgaming]

@@Timstuh are there any cheaper alternatives?

[@teznn6762]

Can it work with any type of microphone with that same brand

[@Timstuh]

Most USB mics for sure with these features.

[@fahteeema]

Im confused. I am a mom trying to get a streaming set up for my son this christmas. Does he need all this if he already has a headset with a mic??

[@KicksSquish]

I'm sorry I didn't answer before Christmas, but so long as it's compatible with Xbox( not all USB headsets are) then no you don't need any of this

[@Ja1mito]

Yo I have a steel series headset but I can take the mic off should it work

[@Mrshenanigans80]

I have a mixer on my setup up, can I just run the mic without having to use the splitter and the adapter?

[@Timstuh]

Have not tried the mixer. I believe console would downplay its potential tbh

[@KcJackson-jv4mm]

What kind of mic arm do I use from Amazon?

[@S74RKM4NG0]

Will it work if you have a Bluetooth headset??

[@Timstuh]

No. Sadly they just use wired for this.

[@P1_Rifty]

Do I have to have a wired Xbox controller or can I just plug my wireless one in and not use the adapter? Cause I really don’t wanna spend the money to buy the adapter

[@fishylife6013]

what if we have a wireless headset for xbox can we skip everything for the wired one>

[@Timstuh]

Wireless doesn’t work with USB. It’s nearly impossible even with this setup. Microsoft is smart af lol

[@fresh.sparky]

does it matter what mic we use or it just has to have a port for headphones

[@yeetusfeatus]

Hey dude I'm pretty sure you need headphones, without a mic, with a 3.5mm aux port to connect your mic to. I'm just going off what he said in the video lol

[@bee-lyn]

can i use the aux cord that comes with the headphones? and can i also use the first microphone you have listed?

[@Timstuh]

Any universal aux cord. If you use certain mics I will just try the official xbox adapter.

[@jedstuhr]

new to streaming (on XBOX, etc.)... if you don't use a headset, does the audio just come through the TV.... trying to make a setup where I'd have a mic in the living room so some friends and I can all be heard playing the game that we're streaming without the "limitation" of a headset

[@Timstuh]

You can set it to external speakers on xbox settings.

[@jedstuhr]

@Timstuh ah ok.. so then, from there, I really only need the microphone and not a headset, correct?

[@tbhidekfr0]

Does it work on a wireless headset

[@M4rci0513]

What if i have a michrophone (Trust Emita) without the headphone jack ? Can i use a audio splitter or a mixer or usb sound card ?

[@Timstuh]

It will not work because you need monitoring on a mic

[@jaireddherreria-nl9bs]

it’s not working for me im thinking cause i have a splitter but not a headset adapter and the oneodio headphones how do you mute the mic

[@caileangreene9409]

my microsoft stereo adapter stereo has an orange light on it what does that mean is it charging or whaat ? does it have to be green to work

[@SklarTV]

How do you get the condenser mic to stop picking up so much background noise? I don't have a pc

[@KicksSquish]

Turn the gain down as much as possible on the Xbox and the mic, to where people can still hear you but the mic picks up less subtle noises. Outside of that I'm not sure there is a good fix to that outside of a quieter room or maybe a more expensive mic that is designed to deal with background noise.

[@DeekanHolt9814]

Will this trick work with the HyperX quadcast S?

[@Timstuh]

Yes it is a premium usb mic so the official adapter should

[@Aristocrat589]

Can I use a special wire to transfer sound from a computer to an xbox gamepad, like this is sound from a microphone???

[@Timstuh]

I’d say utilize a capture card! That captures any audio to help from transferring exact data/audio from computer and Xbox!

[@zjfriesMC]

Hey I kinda have a problem I want a mic to have on my Xbox and I have a headset for my pc but I only use that for audio since my parents make me not use headphones if I want to do voice chat. I have a mic but I'm feeling something smaller then a USB mic so if you could recommend some products I would gladly appreciate it.

[@itztyh4l]

do u have to have the stereo adapter?

[@ayrtnp]

Hey, Im not using a adapter on the series s and I cant hear anything? Could you get back to me thanks.

[@Timstuh]

Without an adapter would be the reason why.

[@ayrtnp]

@@Timstuh Yes but it was working without it but i could only hear on one side and my headset is completely fine when i used to have a ps4 it did the same thing

[@ilyLyft]

Does work with uhuru microphone

[@big.tana5056]

Will my Skull Candy crusher evos work for the headphones??

[@anonim6270]

Can I do this without headphones?

[@BeasTehh]

Do I have too have a headset that doesn't have a mic?

[@fondofisi]

Hi! i have a razer mini and the usb cord isn’t a headphone jack type. i have a mic with a usb 3.0. is it possible to work with this?

[@xanderm7231]

This is a question that’s been on my mind what if your headset has a unplugable mic can it still work or will it need extra things

[@Timstuh]

I would not trust it. If you cannot use other headphones maybe some basic earbuds just to ensure you are doing it corrctly before you buy more stuff. Xbox is confusing lol

[@MrGemini-92]

i have a bluetooth turtle beach stealth 700 i cant do that with it correct cuz i cant connect anything like a cord it doesnt have..then i would only have to connect the mic to the controller?

[@xxBreezyBriixx]

i did everything and can hear myself but i can't hear my teammate in game or xbox party chat. do you know what's wrong?

[@indiraterrero2005]

It only works for party chat!

[@xxBreezyBriixx]

I got it to work. Just forgot to delete my comment. Thanks!

[@codplayer100]

Would this work on my Xbox one x ?

[@tatethemanhimself]

I don't have a no mic headset I have a steel series 9x will that work? And what if I have wireless headset

[@Tatar-]

Do i Really need the adapter?

[@Timstuh]

Sadly yes. Xbox makes it difficult to use a USB mic.

[@judah7240]

You posted the video and Said that the fifine 658 work but then I buy it and do everything right and my friends and I only hear a buzzing noise is there a fix for this or no

[@Timstuh]

What adapter? Fifine works with the official xbox adapter

[@thei3eaver967]

I wonder if I can just use a 3.5mm male aux to usb female and plug it straight into my controller and microphone

[@Timstuh]

lmk!

[@thei3eaver967]

@@Timstuh I asked one of my good friends who is an audio engineer and he said it would not work. They’re more for flash drives