You can hear sound from other applications but cannot hear sound from FL Studio. That can be frustrating, especially if you need to use FL Studio a lot. But don’t worry. In this post, I’ll show you the step-by-step guide on how to fix FL Studio no sound issues.
5 Methods to Fix No Sound on FL Studio
Method 1: Close Any Other Programs
Method 2: Check Master Output
Method 3: Switch FL Studio Into Pattern Mode or Song Mode
Method 4: Change Audio Device
Method 5: Adjust Sample Rate and Bit Depth Settings
Method 1: Close Any Other Programs
The FL Studio no sound issue can be due to program conflicts. Some programs using audio might interfere with FL Studio. If you have any other programs that are using audio, like Firefox or a music player, close them all. After that, reopen FL Studio to see if the sound works.
Method 2: Check Master Output
If the Master Output is set to None or other incorrect outputs, you won’t hear sound from FL Studio. So check the Master Output and make sure it’s set to the right outputs.
1) In FL Studio, go to the Sample Library which should be located in the left pane.
2) Select one of your samples, and select Master.
3) In the right bottom corner, you can check the Master Output. Ensure it’s set to the right output based on your needs. If you’re not sure which option is the right one, you can select them all one by one. The right one will get your sound back once it’s selected.
Method 3: Switch FL Studio into Pattern Mode or Song Mode
Some users have reported that the Pattern Mode caused their FL Studio no sound issues, and some users have reported that the Song Mode caused their FL Studio no sound issues. So, to fix your FL Studio no sound issue, try switching FL Studio into Patter Mode or Song Mode.
If you’re using Pattern Mode, switch it to Song Mode. If you’re using Song Mode, switch it to Pattern Mode. Then see if the sound works.
On the top toolbar of FL Studio, there are two buttons allowing you to switch between the Pattern Mode and the Song Mode. If the button turns brighter, it indicates that mode is being selected. To switch modes, you can click on the specific button.
Method 4: Change Audio Device
One of the reasons for no sound in FL Studio is selecting the wrong audio device. So check and ensure it’s selecting the correct audio device:
1) Go to Options > Audio Settings.
2) In the Device dropdown menu, select the correct audio device (e.g., your sound card or audio interface).
Generally, you need to select the audio device to be the same as the one that’s set in computer settings. Click on the speaker icon on your desktop and select Output Device. Then you can see which audio is set in computer settings, for example, Realtek High Definition Audio.
If you have no idea which option you should select, you can try them one by one. Then you might find one that gets your FL’s sound back. However, there is a chance that no option works. if no option works, remember to set it back to the first option.
3) Click Save to apply the changes.
4) Restart FL Studio.
Method 5: Adjust Sample Rate and Bit Depth Settings
Mismatched sample rate and bit depth settings can lead to sound problems. Follow these steps to adjust sample rate and bit depth:
1) Go to Options > Audio Settings.
2) Locate Sample Rate and Bit Depth and adjust them to match your audio device’s capabilities.
3) Click Save to apply the changes.
4) Restart FL Studio.
FAQ
Q: How do I enable audio in FL Studio?
A: To enable audio in FL Studio, follow these steps:
1) Open FL Studio.
2) Go to Options > Audio Settings.
3) Select the right audio device from the Device dropdown menu.
4) Ensure that the Enable box next to Audio is checked.
5) Adjust Sample Rate and Bit Depth settings as needed to match your audio device.
6) Click Save to apply the changes.
Q: How do I unmute in FL Studio?
A: To unmute in FL Studio, follow these steps:
1) In FL Studio, go to View > Mixer.
2) In the Mixer, locate the channel or track that you want to unmute.
3) Click on the small speaker icon (mute button) for that channel to toggle it off. You should see the icon change to indicate that the channel is unmuted.
Q: How do I reset my FL Studio ASIO?
A: To reset your FL Studio ASIO, follow these steps:
1) Open FL Studio.
2) Go to Options > Audio Settings.
3) In the “Audio Settings” window, under the Input/Output section, find the ASIO panel and then click on the Show ASIO Panel button.
4) In the ASIO control panel, click on the Reset button (in some cases, this could be the Default button) to reset the ASIO settings to their defaults.
5) Close the ASIO panel and click Save to apply the changes.
Conclusion
No sound on FL Studio can make you feel frustrated, especially during the process when you’re producing music. Fortunately, most no sound issues on FL Studio can be resolved. By following the steps outlined in this post, you may fix your FL Studio no sound issues and get your sound back on track. If you have any questions or want to share any experience related this, feel free to leave a comment below.
Thank you for reading and happy producing!