How to Turn off Mic on PS5 Controller

You’ve probably used the PS5 controller to control your game, but did you realize that it also includes a microphone that you can use to voice-chat with your game mates or friends? This makes it possible to use voice chat without an external input device (i.e. headset or standalone mic) in your Party. If you don’t know how to use the PS5 controller mic for Party, the controller will do the work for you, and we’ll explain everything to you.

When playing games like Call of Duty or Destruction AllStars, if you, like many others, frequently forget that the microphone is even present, other players may be able to hear your entire conversation, which may be somehow embarrassing.

Follow the methods in this guide if you need the microphone muted permanently so that you no longer have to worry about it until you enable it again.

So let’s get straight to the point. How do you utilize the mic on the DualSense PS5 controller in Party & Game Chat and how do you turn it on and off?

Turn on the microphone on a PS5 controller

Here are a few simple steps that will help you enable/turn on the PS5 controller’s mic:

1. Press the PS button on your PS5 controller in order to bring up the Quick settings menu.
2. Select the microphone settings option by navigating to the bottom, then to the right.
3. A tiny window will appear at the bottom.
4. Ensure the Wireless Controller is set to the microphone.
5. Click the button at the bottom of the window to adjust the microphone volume. It will function if the controller mic level is set to a low value.
6. After clicking the button, the window for setting the microphone sound menu will display. Use the microphone sliders at the bottom to ensure that the input volume is loud, and you won’t have to worry about your microphone picking up background noise or even your thumbstick and button clicks. If you drop the microphone level slightly, it will pick up less noise. This will facilitate others’ ability to hear you and ensure that your sound output is clear and sharp.

Turn off microphone on the PS5 controller

If you don’t want other players to hear you while you’re online in a game yet the PS5 DualSense controller microphone is enabled by default, you can disable it.

We have a method for muting the microphone on the PlayStation 5 to prevent you from broadcasting every word you say during games. Don’t worry, simply disable your default mute settings.

This first piece of advice is as straightforward as it gets. Below the Home button on the DualSense controller is a button made of plastic. Pressing it immediately mutes your microphone. That’s all there is to it; you are no longer on the record.

When you begin a new game, your microphone will be muted until you unmute it.

How To Easily Mute The Entire PS5 System

This is actually quite useful in instances where silence is required, perhaps so that you can have an unexpected discussion while playing PlayStation 5.

Simply hold down the mute button until it begins to blink. This will completely muffle your microphone and your PS5.

Disabling Party Chat Transmission Through DualSense

You should mute your current party if you wish to prevent others from communicating with you via your DualSense controller. Follow these directions.

1. Press the Home button on the PlayStation.
2. Proceed to Sound.
3. Go to the Controller Speaker page.
4. Turn it off.

This is at least one technique to disable the controller speaker, however, if you want to silence simply party chat, follow these steps…

1. Press and hold the PlayStation Home button.
2. Proceed to the In-Game Lobby.
3. Mute.

This will prevent other players from talking while you are attempting to concentrate on your game.
How to Disable Your DualSense Microphone Permanently

So you’re tired of constantly pressing the button, huh? This will permanently disable it, so you no longer need to worry about it.

1. Navigate to the Configuration Menu.
2. Proceed to Sound.
3. Proceed to Microphone.
4. Set the microphone status to muted when logged in.

 
This will quiet your microphone, preventing others from eavesdropping on your talks.

Determine if your DualSense controller’s microphone is muted or unmuted.

Your controller is now prepared for use as a microphone. If the microphone on your DualSense controller is malfunctioning or muted, you must verify the microphone status when logged in. In the Game Base option, you can navigate to any party chat. Click the Headphone option at the bottom to join the party chat.

If you are now speaking, you should adjust the microphone volume next to your name. Everyone in your voice chat party can hear you because the microphone on your PS5 controller is operational. If you are still experiencing problems, please review how to reset a PS5 controller.

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How To Turn Off Mic On PS5 Controller FAQ:

Is the mic on the PS5 controller always on?

The fact that the PS5 controller's microphone is turned on by default is a huge drawback. When you turn on your console and launch a multiplayer game, others will be able to hear you unless you turn it off.

How do I activate the mic on the PS5 controller?

Can the PS5 mic be turned off?

Fortunately, this is a simple task. In the middle of the controller, directly behind the PlayStation button, is a short horizontal button. Simply press this button to mute your own microphone.

Is the mic quality of the PS5 controller good?

Since the microphone is located within the controller, other players could hear some of the vibrations and other mechanical feedback within your controller. Thus, it is lowered as a courtesy to others. While the individuals you are conversing with would appreciate this, your experience will be negatively affected.