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Lithril Ashwalker · Dec 26, 2010, 02:15 AM // 02:15

got this new Clearchat Logitech Cordless Headset for Xmas, wanted to know if it was possible to turn my volume up above the max on my sound options with a program etc, its comfy but not LOUD enough...anyone know?

ive already tried turning it up on the headset to max, then on my desktop sound options were already max...still not loud enough...anyway possible to make it LOUDER!!!???

tar6et · Dec 26, 2010, 04:10 AM // 04:10

Seems like you are having to try too hard to get to a comfortable listening level. What else can you tell us about your system>
OS, Sound card, etc.

If you haven't make sure ALL your drivers and software is up to date, and if you are comfortable doing it check for a bios update. If you don't know what that is I would avoid it for now.

Did you have this issue with the headset (if any) that this current one replaced?

Lithril Ashwalker · Dec 26, 2010, 06:09 AM // 06:09

i just thought there was a program to boost the sound, i mean theres nothing wrong with anything, just i need to hear EVERY detail with this new headset.

jonnieboi05 · Dec 26, 2010, 06:14 AM // 06:14

Are you sure your hearing isn't possibly impaired? :]

Lithril Ashwalker · Dec 26, 2010, 06:42 AM // 06:42

lol im positive, i can max these headsets...just i want it louder for EVERY detail for a certain FPS game i play called Americas Army where sound is highly important, sound for THAT game is max, headset max, desktop sound max still too faint.

Liability · Dec 26, 2010, 06:42 AM // 06:42

If max volume on the system and on the headset isn't enough, something is probably wrong somewhere...

gremlin · Dec 26, 2010, 08:23 AM // 08:23

I am thinking along the lines of More volume equals shorter time between recharges.
They possibly put a max limit so they could state a good duration in their adverts.

My old sony cd player stated this volume above xxx leads to reduced battery life or something along those lines.

Some of the voip programs had audio boosts as part of their software so I guess the answer is in the software.

Check windows audio settings first then headphone drivers finally the game itself also checking the game FAQ for similar problems and solutions.

makosi · Dec 26, 2010, 11:41 AM // 11:41

Assuming you're using a Windows system, did you check the sound options in the taskbar (or control panel)?

Not to insult your intelligence but sometimes it's the simplest little things that catch us out.

Spiritz · Dec 26, 2010, 12:10 PM // 12:10

Check everything in audio/sound as i know "Wave" setting throws ppl as the usually have it low and that can affect most audio - eg wave on 3% and vol on 99% is weak but throw wav up and suddenly its blaring.Its also possible that a program is auto adjusting sound settings - from say desktop speakers to Headphones.
There shud be a few diff places to look - windows own sound settings ( check soundcard settings there ) and check the soundcards own windows settings ( usually the software installed with soundcard )

Quaker · Dec 26, 2010, 04:08 PM // 16:08

A cordless headset would have it's own small audio amplifier built in. You can't go louder than that amp can provide. Beyond that there would only be distortion.
Since the headset/transmitter is USB, there's no easy practical way to boost the sound by using an external amp. You'll just have to be happy with not destroying your hearing.

If you want truly loud volume from a computer headset, the usual way is by using a external audio amp with the standard sound card audio out jacks. (not USB)

tar6et · Dec 26, 2010, 07:12 PM // 19:12

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Originally Posted by Quaker

A cordless headset would have it's own small audio amplifier built in. You can't go louder than that amp can provide. Beyond that there would only be distortion.
Since the headset/transmitter is USB, there's no easy practical way to boost the sound by using an external amp. You'll just have to be happy with not destroying your hearing.

If you want truly loud volume from a computer headset, the usual way is by using a external audio amp with the standard sound card audio out jacks. (not USB)

What he said, you would need analog headphones. Then you could just get a headphone amplifier. There are standard limits that everyone observes for various reasons. going beyond those limits is not healthy for you or your hardware.

If i might suggest improving the quality of the listening experience instead of the volume if all your trying to is hear more of what's being presented. Take your headphones back and look for a higher quality set with an emphasis on your needs. The set you have is gear towards Voip uses. Look for something made for gaming.

You may just play around with the equalizer software that came with your sound card and boost the midrange stuff a little or look for a "loudness" option it does the same thing.

In the interest of actually trying to answer your question i couldn't find a software that does what you are looking for. The only thing i could think of without modifying game files is possibly some audio mixing (ie: podcasting) software that will let you put a program on a certain channel then boosting that channel.

Best of luck!