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[@Pixl8dwhmsy]

Thank you! You saved me a ton of hassle, time, and money! 💕

[@XenithSND]

found you a month ago. have had light stream since. im now at 130 followers on twitch, i have 12 subscribers and its literally thanks to you. changing console streamers lives, one tutorial at a time. thank you for everything.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

OMG I LOVE THIS! I'd love to schedule a time to do an interview/podcast about your journey!

[@XenithSND]

@@DarkenedCyrus I would definitely be interested in that!!

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Hit me up on socials and let’s schedule it

[@FTLNateHawk]

This video has changed my life! I sound so much better on stream, and in the party chat. I just breathe a little too hard into the mic which is just a me problem 😂, but everything works seamlessly! Thank you for this video.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Great to hear!

[@fearsnipesyu]

How did you do it?

[@222DEUCEY]

For some odd reason my microphone is not picking up in party. Is there an extra setting on xbox?

[@MaximumGamesRU]

A perfectly logical, simple, and GENIUS solution. Like!

[@ariannecano1098]

thatnk you so much it was so hard to get it to work until now

[@fearsnipesyu]

What did you do?

[@oliwerwieze]

Thank you so much for this! I'll try it myself soon.

[@djhbkrosegold5112]

Thanks for this video

[@Bahama_flies]

This video literally helped me more than you can think I appreciate it I’m definitely subscribing ❤

[@DarkenedCyrus]

You’re the best ❤️

[@fearsnipesyu]

How did you do it??

[@Bahama_flies]

@@fearsnipesyu plug the mic in a it both input and output the the usb mic

[@AhmedMohammed-wo3vo]

What microphone did you use for it to work

[@Squartle3892]

Thanks so much mate you've answered all the questions I had

[@Gear5subii]

Thanks so much your the only person that made a great video about this

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Glad I could help

[@crazycrypto9454]

Hey buddy great videos.. is there a way I can stream a game where both me and my friend (different locations) can be on video at the same time while playing the game? I see it with some of the NBA 2k vss. on youtube but I'm not sure how it can be done. i.e. two video chats simultaneously while playing the game.

[@Papa_Mack]

I just got my self a fifine 688. I set it up just like you video and it works like charm. Although i do have to have my mic gain way up for it to activate the microphone itself. I am on xbox series X

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Love this! And not sure on the gain. That's a new one for me. Go into xbox settings and turn up mic volume in there. Xbox has a natural gain control that you can't control, so as long as you cross their gate, it will adjust the volume for those in party

[@Papa_Mack]

@@DarkenedCyrus good to know thank you. I will look into now

[@Papa_Mack]

I turned my mic monitoring all the way down and had my friend in the party listening. It seems like when I have it down in the party setting the microphones controls work way better. Thank you for the help! I couldn't be happier with the way it all turned out.

[@RIOT33633]

I used lightstream , and my sound in the headset is really not good, and my stream crushed.. all this with headset only. I think the whole transfer from console to lightstream and then twitch is too heavy.. what do you think?

[@AhmedMohammed-wo3vo]

Will the microphone work with in game chats as well or just for party’s and streaming?

[@yassie9271]

awesome video. just a question I have the elgato 60X capture card and chat link pro but my team couldn't hear me so I got the usb mic but can't connect the chat link pro? struggling streamer on xbox series X your help would be very much appreciated.

[@bliqzyy]

Bro you are such a lifesaver, I had an old mic that I used with my Xbox and had a Y cable and it worked perfectly, I got a new mic for Christmas and tried the same thing and it didn’t work, I finally figured out how to use it, thanks man

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Glad I could help!

[@rewind5354]

What kind of mic did you get

[@macauleyblagg-nd2bq]

Does this work on both Xbox’s s/x

[@FUDGEgotYOU4]

I literally did the same thing but it makes like a noise maybe because the aux cord I used wasn’t a 3.5mm?

[@vEclipseGaming]

So I got a question. I am using the Astro Mixamp pro TR, I directly plug my headset aux cable into the Mixamp which is then plugged into the back of my xbox using a USB, I am concerned about not being able to use my headset because of this. Do I need to use a different headset because I do not have anything that can plug directly into my controller and the mixamp at the same time. What can I do to help with this, because I would like to keep using my Mixamp.

[@CabinCast456]

Any other headsets that you know of that’ll work besides the one in the video

[@bolty_editz]

can i use this when i play xbox games without turning on my controller? pls answer

[@RoyalAkipanda]

So I just need a bit of direction here. So I started using lightstream not to long ago and I have ran into a small issue. When I stream I use a camera that is connected to my laptop and in doing so it makes my chat lag. Almost like they arent timing up right. the audio is delayed when talking and you can tell. but when I add a desktop mic I cant be in a party becuase no one can hear me. I ended up resorting to using discord on my computer with the mic and headset connected. then have a second pair of headphones i found laying around to hear the gameplay. is very odd and I need a solution. any suggestions?

[@_ed21]

Great video!

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Thanks!

[@marcoloucas3093]

Hey i bought everything u left a link to but the microphone isnt picking up in the party any help ?

[@mirimmhl_]

If I used a double jack would it work? since I don't have headphones with a removable microphone

[@jaronbendana2589]

bro i am so lost HELP im so confused how is your headset connected to your controller and your podcast mic??!!?!

[@hendops3649]

Hi, can my friend put voice through stream on a USB mic, and party chat on headset mic? without a PC or lightstream?

[@H00K-KING]

so if i want to use just the mic what do i have to do? i dont like wearing headsets and i dont need game sound but i still want it for my viewers

[@bobtrigger]

The aux cord you recomended is not going into the headphones all the way. Gonna try a different aux cord and see if that helps

[@charlesnemnich8003]

Hey so I bought the Recon 50 mic you recommended but when I plug my mic into the headset it does not register, is there something I’m doing wrong?

[@dacolbertnc167]

My son wanted a microphone to use while streaming through Twitch. We purchased one but he has a wireless xbox headset. What do i need to make the wireless headset work with the microphone? thanks in advance for any help.

[@109oli]

Does anyone know how to use it is you are on Xbox with keyboard and mouse can someone help I can’t find everything on how to work that

[@tristanrujano]

My headset is broken in one ear so I’m trying to use another headset and connect an external mic to it. Thankyou for the help!

[@-kevynmagus-2356]

HELLO I have a question do you think this would work with the fifine am8?

[@GamesWithVince]

Will this method also work with the Turtle Beach Xbox Controller?

[@MerakiTsu]

Ok so everything works properly but my headset is so much quieter now then when I just plug into my controller. How do I increase the volume?

[@Cornilious]

So headsets already have the headset volume decreased and If you go into the headphones setting you can make it to where your headset volume is maxed

[@joshua_elvy1070]

Does it work with a wireless headset

[@DominicGreene0006]

Hey, i dont know if you still respond on this, but i did everything, and it "works" but you can barely hear me, my mouth has to literally be on the mic to work... this is really stressing me out im on a series x

[@KyleNoStyle]

Hey, I bought a USB mic NJSJ with with aux port in front and did everything you said and still it's not picking me,but I can hear my party chat. Any ideas on why?

[@judysarjoo]

Me too

[@nosauce59]

Can I mute my headset for my Xbox party, but still having my stream being able to hear me through the desk microphone?

[@ajinrey4060]

Does this work for steelseries headsets?

[@dreams.9999]

Hey man I have a question. I’m in the market for a usb mic bc I’m a streamer that’s Streams on Xbox. And apart from your video all others say you need a bunch more stuff to make it work and be able to use the usb mic on your Xbox is this due to the fact that the videos our older. Do you think you can do a more in depth guide how to use it and show how it sounds. Thank you.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

I can take a deeper look at it, but the setup is straightforward. What I showed in todays video was recorded not even a week ago, so it’s current. I also listed everything you’d need in the description of the video

[@slim.on.capcut]

I get a lot of background noise. Any solutions?

[@GBrad18]

I have a set of earbud I use but they don’t have a mic would this work?

[@DonAltae]

I have a quadcast USB mic and the elite 2 controller even tried with a regular controller and this does not work for me I'm on xbox series s too.

[@Blayden_Mattox]

Can I use a wireless headset with a headphone jack with this?

[@Julia-su1vu]

Is there any way to now capture game chat on MW2 to your stream without a capture card? Or is it still not possible?

[@cubetamalvada893]

If you have properly set up the Twitch app on your console it should pick up the audio from your in-game chat or even party chat. Just in case go check your Twitch settings and make sure your microphone option in the app is on, if not then you just change it. If that wasn't really the problem then IDK how to solve it, sorry.

[@BobcatFN]

Does it work to this day, if so I’m getting it for my birthday

[@senyorlimpiogaming]

Ok so just so were clear (coz im dumb), mic aux to the headet mic port. Then headset plugin into the controller.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

Yep!

[@ev_razer1153]

So I use a splitter and I find my audio slightly feeds back into my game so my friends can hear themselves ect … do you have this issue the way you use it? … also I’ve used lightstream for a year now and it’s so amazing haha

[@imDeify]

1 subscriber? Streaming for 1 year?

[@DarkenedCyrus]

And? People have to start somewhere. What benefit did you get out of that comment?

[@DarkenedCyrus]

A cheap splitter might have spillback of the signals, especially if the volume over the cable is too loud. I'd try and see about turning down the gain on the incoming volume over the splitter

[@rfoxski]

@@imDeify u have 3 what’s the difference

[@imDeify]

@@rfoxski I was just curious how that was possible? I dont stream on youtube so yeah I have 3.

[@Videogamer4384]

Omg thanks

[@DarkenedCyrus]

You're welcome!

[@UsernameWasGodDamnStolen]

the microphone is outta stock do you have any other recommendations

[@Diesel410]

Hey what mic did u use for the headset ?

[@TayTayUzumakii]

How do I plug my aux cord into my headset because the mic has a dent for it to click into the headphones but the aux doesn't and won't go in

[@fearsnipesyu]

So can you please explain how the mic audio is being transferred to the xbox?

[@Jonsey_-]

through the controller

[@milanvarga7950]

What if my microphone dont have Jack output?

[@youcamrii]

Will a standalone mic work with a artcis 7x?

[@Ruver91]

So what if that you have headphone but microphone is broken? it’s doesn’t disconnect btw

[@101derpness]

Any idea if this mic setup will work with the Astro a40’s and mixamp?

[@gamesum]

This!

[@branxenyoutube]

mine is just static. i have all i need. have been ordering the correct things for a week and still no luck.

[@devbeast69]

Will it work for wireless headphones too

[@dotalest265]

The aux cord you linked has a casing that is too big to fit in the headset

[@dusty7691]

I’m having a problem, It says there a microphone connected but my voice isn’t going through

[@trueskilltv6711]

So the problem I’m running into is when I plug my USB Mic into the Xbox directly the mic won’t work. The power is on, but no audio. But when I plug the usb into my laptop it works. Very odd. Any fixes?

[@TakumiOfCarX]

Xbox don't pick up USB mics you'd have to use a 3 mm headphone jack and do what this guy did

[@halzeyb9682]

Would something Like a yeti nano work using this method? I have an xbox series x, and I'm trying to find a great mic for streaming.

[@DemoDeezNutz]

did you find out?

[@Big.boigtag]

Do you need a cable with an aux on both ends

[@felixkrauth5453]

When I try that, there is a noise in the background. Can sombody please help

[@thelastnatty8537]

so how can i do this and hear my pc audio at the same time

[@baddarkassassin2496]

I just bought this mic and aux cables and I can’t comprehend on how this is all supposed to connect properly

[@artemis3318]

Do you be know if it will work on wireless headset with removable mic

[@user-wo3vz1xf3b]

Can I get a bigger stand if yes what should I get

[@JackofAllNiya]

Could there be an Xbox setting that’s not allowing my audio to be picked up by the mic? I got the mic and headset from your bio, did everything you said, and it’s not working.

[@anthonybasketboy4217]

Did you ever figure it out same problem

[@JackofAllNiya]

I had to use my laptop as the power source for my mic. I connected the aux cord from the mic as well as my headset cord (a turtle beach WITHOUT a detachable mic) to a splitter and it works just fine.

[@siggiriggi8988]

I got a brand new mic which is the Sennheiser Profile and on my pc it sounds great you know. But i managed to make it work on my Xbox with your methods but the mic quality is awful and low volumed and the there is a static sound in the mic. Does the cable matter because i used like a Corsair cable for the mic and just my headset cable on my xbox. Cause if it matters than i can breath easily if not ima panic

[@RisingMiracles]

I’m trying to buy a streaming microphone for my son this is like a whole language. 😂😆 He has Xbox & PS5. I was looking at the QuadcastS

[@filthyanimal216]

For extra info I have an Xbox series X and a detachable mic steel series headset. I did everything like in the video but nothing worked, it was really depressing and felt like I wasted so much money. After hours I struggling I was finna give up until I solved the issue and this might help for some of y’all. Instead of plugging the mic usb into the Xbox plug into your pc if you have no pc plug it into your tv these two spots work for me in currently Im leaving in my pc played for hours no problems so far. Hope it work for y’all.

[@jeremiahsilva6758]

Some of us can’t afford a pc

[@filthyanimal216]

@@jeremiahsilva6758 then try the tv method. That’s the one I’m using now

[@westonsidey9965]

are you sure this method will work

[@westonsidey9965]

and do you think it would work if i plugged into a mac for power

[@filthyanimal216]

@@westonsidey9965 I’m not sure all I know is it worked for me when I plugged the mic usb in the pc and the tv it worked. But if it work for pc it should work for laptop

[@JenniferLuvsYhu]

i need help. i have no idea why it’s not working if i did exactly what you suggested

[@Itsme_rav1]

Can people hear me in game or in Xbox party chat and can I hear them?

[@sarangithwijesinghe3134]

Can you record footage with that setup in obs through capture card?

[@itspe4ch3z]

.

[@crystalb410]

Is there any boom arms that you know work?

[@JoseHernandez-su3tz]

any mic with headset jack will work ???

[@SklarTV]

I hate the way headsets feel on my head. Is there a way to use earbuds with a splitter instead

[@HazeG7]

Thanks for the tutorial, but would a Yeti or a Razer microphone work?

[@DemoDeezNutz]

did you find out?

[@Nova14159]

I’m assuming this just doesn’t work with the astro a40s from what I’ve seen

[@M12YKTV]

i have this yendili mic i plugged the usb c in to the mic then my headset but nothings coming through on xbox

[@vanderlindeplays7499]

Would this work with a Bluetooth headset

[@ManuelMaceira_14]

Yo man, great video. im having issues finding a headset that i can do this with that isnt a shitty one. got any ideas?

[@WarlikeCheese73]

Hyperx cloud alpha

[@Bonez888]

What if your headset had a mic with it and not a port?

[@Jonathan-ng4wo]

So to be clear, the headset will have to have an extra aux port? I have a pair of astro a40 tr, it only has one aux port which i connect to my controller. Did the splitter not work because of the headset or will a splitter not work in general? 🤔 I'm looking to buy a pair of Sony MDR7506 and use a stand alone Mic. I'm just breaking into this type of set up and it seems kind of confusing. I realize this video is from 2022 so not really expecting a response, but if you do, thank you!

[@narakiju7754]

I've seen other people say splitters don't work however I saw someone buy a turtle beach adapter for the controller then using a splitter on that, so that might work for u as well.

[@JakePlayz808]

Do you have a video with the mics quality on Xbox?

[@Tobywcollings]

Hiya this video was super helpfull. Does it matter how many rings there are on the aux ?because im wondering if it will affect it.

[@DarkenedCyrus]

It does. Stick to the options I discussed in the video and you will be golden

[@Tobywcollings]

@@DarkenedCyrus okay amazing thanks for responding. I only asked because the mic that plugged into the headset had 3 rings and in the video it had 2.🙂

[@handyreparaturbyxpert7061]

my question is if i can use it wiht no controler just the consol

[@neosaber4]

I’m trying with elgato wave 3 plus aux and wired xbox controller and headset with mic removable …. What i canbonly hear is a metallic sound , can you please help, i would appreciate a lot

[@Pill43]

I bought the same model mic, but it doesnt seem to pick up any sound connecting it like your video states, or even with the adapter. Im broke and confused. :/

[@anthonybasketboy4217]

Did you ever figure it our

[@jb3fb970]

can you still hear your game if you do this?

[@PrinceMagwick]

Does this work with a wireless controller

[@stevethemonkey2655]

will this work with the steelseries arctis 9x?

[@macauleyblagg-nd2bq]

Does this work on a Xbox series s ?

[@Inversion2]

this didn't show where to plug it in or how to add the audio into the stream.

[@theenternalwarrior2253]

Everything thing works but the mic mutes itself after working for two seconds and wont unmute

[@NOVA85856]

Does this work for wireless headphones

[@DonkeyMaster00]

Does it work with wireless headset