How to Solve Notification Sound Problems in Discord?

When Discord notification sounds stop working, it can be frustrating, especially when notifications are only visual without any sound. This issue usually happens when the sound device for notifications isn’t set up right or is muted. The most common reason is choosing the wrong audio device in Discord’s settings, especially when you have multiple devices connected, like headsets, speakers, or monitors.

Additionally, turning on “Streamer Mode” or having the wrong server notification settings can also silence these sounds.

In this article, we will discuss different ways to solve this error.

1. Set Output Device

Sometimes, the issue might simply be related to your output device. If you aren’t hearing any or most of the sounds from Discord, the Discord settings might be set to a different output device. Changing the settings to use your intended output device will often solve this issue.

1. Open the Discord app.
2. Click on User Settings, located at the bottom left next to your avatar and shown by a gear icon.
   
3. Select Voice & Video.
4. Choose your output device from the Output drop-down menu. Select either your specific device or the Default device.
5. Click the X in the top right corner to close settings.
   

2. Turn off Streamer Mode

Streamer Mode in Discord is designed for streamers. It hides personal information and includes options like disabling sound and notifications. If Streamer Mode is enabled, you won’t hear notifications or sounds from Discord. Disabling Streamer Mode will fix this issue.

Note: Streamer Mode can automatically enable itself if the app detects you’re running streaming software like OBS/XSplit, even if you haven’t manually turned it on. It’s advised to check this setting regardless.

1. Open Discord.
2. Click on User Settings, indicated by a gear icon next to your avatar.

   

3. Under the App Settings section, select Streamer Mode.
4. If Enable Streamer Mode is on, toggle it off.
5. Click the X to exit settings.

   

After disabling Streamer Mode, your Discord audio should work as intended.

3. Change Server Settings

Sometimes, Discord notification sounds may not work because audio goes to the wrong device. This often happens with multiple connected devices, like speakers or headsets. Ensure the correct device is selected so Discord sends audio to the right place, solving the missing sound issue.

1. Open Discord.
2. Right-click on the server icon in the left panel where you’re missing notifications.
3. Go to Notification Settings.
4. In the Server Notification Settings, select All Messages.
   
5. Press Done.

Note: Repeat these steps for each server where you want to change notification preferences.

4. Update Discord and Windows

Keeping your software up to date is crucial. Updating Discord and your operating system fixes bugs and issues that may cause notification problems. Updates often resolve missing notification sounds. Ensure both are updated to benefit from the latest improvements.

4.1 Update Windows:

1. Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings.
2. Select Updates & Security.
   
3. Click Check for updates.
   

4.2 Update Discord:

1. Ensure Discord is open and in focus.
2. Press Ctrl + R to refresh the app and prompt it to download available updates.