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    My sound pitch seems to be lower

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by cathy, Apr 18, 2009.

  1. cathy

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    Umm, having a little problem here Recently I noticed that the pitch of my sound seems to be slightly lower than it was before. It's kinda bugging me but I have no idea what could be wrong. I don't remember changing any settings either.

    Anyone can help me out? I'm using Windows XP Professional.
     
    cathy, Apr 18, 2009
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    See a doctor? :confused:
     
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    Sorry, I meant the tone of my speakers sounds lower. Dammit. =/
     
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    Try removing your sound drivers, use CCleaner to clean the crap and registry, look for newer ones online, if there is a new version out, install them, if not, then re-install the ones you have, and report back.
     
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    I think it might be a hardware problem. I just booted up in OS X and it sounds lower too, but when using headphones it sounds alright to me.
     
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    Are you sure it's lower than what it was before, or you just think it is?
     
    Silas Awaketh, Apr 18, 2009
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    It's definitely lower than before. Whether or not it's a problem with my computer, or a problem with my ears, I'm not too sure yet. When using earphones, it sounds okay though. =/
     
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    Well, try re-installing the drivers, and see if it helps.
     
    Silas Awaketh, Apr 18, 2009
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    Alright, I'll try it. Thanks.
     
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    And all of a sudden it sounds okay when I haven't touched anything yet. Gah. I'm going nuts.
     
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    It happens. When a stunner from the opposite gender comes close, you lose your senses, only to regain them after some time.


    EDIT - We can't even post the word "s*x" here! Genius!
     
    Silas Awaketh, Apr 18, 2009
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