The volume mixer issue usually arises after a recent Windows Update, after a clean install, and can also occur with the Discord app.

Why does my volume mixer keep changing?

If the volume mixer on your Windows 11 PC keeps resetting, it could be due to a few reasons as stated below:

Inaccurate sound settings – It could be possible that the sound settings are not set correctly. Outdated or faulty audio drivers – Since drivers are responsible for connecting the hardware devices to the system, and so, when they are corrupt, the system may malfunction. A fault with the user account – Sometimes there could be an issue with the current user account. Hardware-related issues – Chances are that there is a problem with the built-in audio device. A problem with the PC – Sometimes the PC may have accumulated malware and potentially unwanted programs over time that may create conflict with the sound system.

Fortunately, we have found some effective methods to help you fix the volume mixer that keeps resetting issue.

How do I stop my volume mixer from resetting?

Before you proceed with the below-mentioned advanced troubleshooting methods, you must run some preliminary checks and see if it helps fix the issue:

Restart your PC. Remove third-party apps causing the issue. Run an antivirus scan using an offline antivirus to check for malware. Install any pending Windows update. Uninstall a recent Windows update if the problem started immediately after that. Try the Realtek sound control panel to set the volume.

If the above solutions do not help you fix the volume mixer keeps resetting issue, then you can move on to the below methods.

1. Change communication settings

Now, open your volume mixer, set your desired volume, restart your PC and check if you are still facing the sound issue on your Windows 11 PC.

2. Update/reinstall/rollback audio drivers

2.1 Update audio drivers

You can also uninstall the device driver, visit the manufacturer’s website, download the latest version and install the driver manually to fix the issue. If you want to update all drivers without going to each manufacturer’s website, we recommend using DriverFix, an automated solution that finds and updates all drivers.

2.2 Rollback audio drivers

Once done, restart your PC and check if the volume mixer on your PC still keeps resetting. SPONSORED

3. Create a new user account

Once done, you can sign in using the new user account credentials and now, the volume mixer issue should be fixed.

4. Change the sound scheme to Windows Default

Now, open the volume mixer and check if it’s now saving the settings or if you are still facing the issue.

5. Disable exclusive control of this device

This method should fix the volume mixer that keeps resetting issue. But, if Windows 11 has no sound at all, you can refer to our detailed post for more information.

6. Adjust the app volume and set the correct output & input device

You can now restart your PC and the volume mixer settings should remain the same.

7. Run the Windows audio troubleshooter

Restart your PC and now, the volume mixer that keeps resetting issue should be fixed. However, if the volume mixer keeps resetting due to corrupted system files, you can use the SFC and DISM tools to repair and restore corrupted system files on Windows Alternatively, you can also factory reset your PC, or run a clean install of your Windows PC, and this can help you fix the volume mixer issues. If you have any other issues related to the volume mixer or facing a sound issue, you can let us know in the comments below.

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