How to Fix the Echo Sound on a Computer

Echo sounds can get annoying, especially if you are watching a movie or listening to music on your computer. It may not be an issue with your computer speakers. Chances are that your audio drivers are not functioning properly. You may have to update them to fix the echo sound.

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Check the drivers for your audio card to make sure they are updated. Click on the "Start" button and select "Run..." Type "devmgmt.msc" to launch the "Device Manager." Scroll down to find "Sound, Video and Game Controllers." Double-click on the sound device to launch its properties.

2. Step 2

   Click on the tab "Driver." Hit the button that says "Update Driver." This should update the driver for your sound card. Test the sound to make sure the echo has been fixed. If this doesn't work, go to Step 3.

3. Step 3

   Make sure you have the latest version of Microsoft DirectX. DirectX is a set of drivers that controls the sound and video displays. Go to Microsoft website (see Resources) and download the latest DirectX. Once the download process is complete, go back and test the sound. If this doesn't help either, go to Step 4.

4. Step 4

   Go back to Device Manager as instructed in Step 1. Right-click on the sound device and select "Uninstall."

5. Step 5

   Restart your computer. The device drivers should be reinstalled automatically. Test the sound to make sure the echo is fixed.