Audio issues affect all gaming platforms.

For the Nintendo Switch, these issues can be slightly more complicated than your standard audio problem.

Luckily, the Nintendo Switch system has some nifty tricks and configs that may be able to help.

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Let’s take a look.

Let’s explore a few ways you might do this.

If not, your Switch is already up-to-date.

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Turning off your Bluetooth configs on your Switch and removing any external devices may help solve your issue.

If this is not the case, other fixes may be required.

Check Your Switch’s Setting Preferences

Sometimes, having specific system prefs enabled can cause audio issues.

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Before looking to replace your devices, it may be useful toreset your Nintendo Switch.

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