Why is My Creative Fatality Headset Making Strange Sounds?

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on issues experienced with the Creative Fatality Headset, specifically regarding distorted audio when using Ventrilo and microphone monitoring features. Users report that while the headset functions adequately for music playback, it produces a robotic sound effect during voice transmission. The problem persists despite updating all drivers on Windows Vista Basic Family Edition. Recommendations include considering alternative brands, such as Bose, for better audio performance.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of headset audio configurations
  • Familiarity with Ventrilo and its settings
  • Knowledge of driver installation and updates on Windows Vista
  • Basic troubleshooting skills for audio devices
NEXT STEPS
  • Investigate audio settings in Ventrilo for potential adjustments
  • Explore alternative headset options, specifically Bose models
  • Research common audio driver issues on Windows Vista
  • Learn about microphone monitoring features and their impact on sound quality
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This discussion is beneficial for gamers, audio enthusiasts, and anyone experiencing audio distortion issues with headsets, particularly those using Creative Fatality models and Ventrilo for communication.

DaxInvader
HI .. i know its not the ultimate best forum to talk about this.. But i have this problem that if i don't find a solution.. Ill break something.

I bought those headphones.. Creative Fatality.. (http://www.fatal1ty.com/products/hardware/#headset) and they seems to work fine...


EXCEPT!

I hear sounds and all.. can play music BUT when I`m using Ventrilo.. Or put the microphone mixer( to hear my voice in my headphone speakers..) its a HORRIBLE sound that comes out! like squeaking my voice like a robot! Everybody hears me well.. But not Myself! Some types of sounds also do that like the *clicks* in IE (Internet Explorer) qhen you press back or etc.. Steam chat sounds also.. But Msn is spared.. (Thank God!) But please help me!

I updated all drivers and I am using vista basic family edition.

oh please help..
 
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