windows usb audio output - default volume?

[c4ptn]

Hello everybody,

 

when i connect helix to the pc (win 10) the usb audio volume always is set to 100%.

Is it possible to change this default setting?

 

(I twice almost blew my ears after starting an mp3...)

 

Thanks and regards!

[jbuhajla]

I don't think you can change it on the Windows OS side, but you can in the Helix. 

 

Global Settings> Ins/Outs> USB In 1/2 trim. Default is 0dB I think. I set mine anywhere from -20 to -5dB depending on the original source through USB.

[zooey]

The Windows alert sound etc always blow my head off​ before remember to chill them. I play guitar significantly louder then I run my computer :)

[tonymuka]

I don't think you can change it on the Windows OS side, but you can in the Helix.

 

Global Settings> Ins/Outs> USB In 1/2 trim. Default is 0dB I think. I set mine anywhere from -20 to -5dB depending on the original source through USB.

Great tip, thanks!

[c4ptn]

Thanks too for that workaround, @jbuhajla! Due to position on Knob 6 it's also possible to adjust the volume by foot... ;)

[jbuhajla]

Yeah, I did the firmware upgrade and forgot to adjust it back to -12dB before playing a track through Helix listening on in ear monitors. SO LOUD!