How to Change the Audio Source in Vista/7/8?

The method of changing audio sources in Vista/7/8 differs than in XP. Please follow these steps to change the audio source using Windows Vista/7/8.
  1. Click the 1Windows Start button in the lower left hand side.
  2. Click the 2Control Panel button

    Choose Control Panel
  3. On the left hand side of Control Panel, make sure "3Classic View" is selected. Double click the "4Sound" icon (This should appear as a speaker)

    Choose the "Sound" Icon
  4. Once these properties come up, select the "5Recording" tab

    TipsStep1 - Step4 Alternative: Click the button Mixer in Smart Audio Editor recording window.

  5. Depending on the sound cards and devices setup on your computer, you may have a list of different options shown here. Right click on a white space and select 6Show Disabled Devices from the pop-up menu.


    Show Disabled Devices
  6. Since it will vary on different computers, you may want to select the first item in the list and click "7Set As Default"
  7. You will see a 8small volume notch on the right hand side. With your music playing, you should see this volume notch show activity (green signal moving up and down)
  8. If you do not see this activity, please keep your music going, but select the next item in the list and click "7Set As Default.

    With your music playing, you should see this volume notch show activity (green signal moving up and down)


  9. Once you have selected and found the appropriate device, simply click Close, and you are set to go.