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Razer Barracuda not seen by razer synapse app or razer audio mobile app.

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I purchased a headset labeled as "new" two days ago from Komputronik, a well-known electronics retailer in Poland. I received the product yesterday. After fully charging the headset using the original cable provided in the box, I connected it via Bluetooth and via the included USB dongle. The headset paired successfully and plays audio without issues.

However, none of the Razer applications – including the Razer Audio mobile app, Razer Synapse, the Barracuda Firmware Updater, or the Pairing Utility – detect the device at all. The same issue occurs both on my desktop PC and my laptop. I also tried plugging the dongle directly into the device, with no success.

Additionally, in Windows Device Manager, the headset appears only as "USBAudio1.0", which seems generic and not Razer-specific.

So far, I have tried the following troubleshooting steps:

  • Reinstalled Razer Synapse.

  • Uninstalled and updated the driver manually via Device Manager.

  • Tried different USB ports on multiple devices.

  • Tested both Bluetooth and dongle connection methods.

None of these attempts resolved the issue.

It's also worth noting that I registered the device's serial number on Razer’s website immediately after unboxing, and the registration process completed without any errors. Altough after copying that exact same serial number in the Razer support page it said that my warranty was expired. 

 

I have no clue what to do next, please help i dont wanna waste money on a broken headset.

 

Update:
I’ve checked the device identifiers in Device Manager, and the USB dongle is being recognized as:

  • USB\VID_3654&PID_4255&REV_0100&MI_00

  • USB\VID_3654&PID_4255&MI_00

This means it’s not being identified as a Razer device (Razer typically uses VID_1532).

I’m using the standard Razer Barracuda with the included dongle labeled RC30-0378.
It connects and plays sound via USB dongle and Bluetooth, but is completely invisible to:

  • Razer Synapse

  • Razer Audio App

  • Pairing Utility

  • Firmware Updater

Manual attempts to update the driver via .inf files also failed – Windows reports no compatible driver found.

I registered the serial number on Razer’s website without issue, but the system doesn’t detect the headset as a Razer device at all.

Please advise if there is a way to re-pair or recover the dongle/firmware. Otherwise I may need to pursue a warranty exchange.

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georgyoulianov

I purchased a headset labeled as "new" two days ago from Komputronik, a well-known electronics retailer in Poland. I received the product yesterday. After fully charging the headset using the original cable provided in the box, I connected it via Bluetooth and via the included USB dongle. The headset paired successfully and plays audio without issues.

However, none of the Razer applications – including the Razer Audio mobile app, Razer Synapse, the Barracuda Firmware Updater, or the Pairing Utility – detect the device at all. The same issue occurs both on my desktop PC and my laptop. I also tried plugging the dongle directly into the device, with no success.

Additionally, in Windows Device Manager, the headset appears only as "USBAudio1.0", which seems generic and not Razer-specific.

So far, I have tried the following troubleshooting steps:

  • Reinstalled Razer Synapse.

  • Uninstalled and updated the driver manually via Device Manager.

  • Tried different USB ports on multiple devices.

  • Tested both Bluetooth and dongle connection methods.

None of these attempts resolved the issue.

It's also worth noting that I registered the device's serial number on Razer’s website immediately after unboxing, and the registration process completed without any errors. Altough after copying that exact same serial number in the Razer support page it said that my warranty was expired. 

 

I have no clue what to do next, please help i dont wanna waste money on a broken headset.

 

Update:
I’ve checked the device identifiers in Device Manager, and the USB dongle is being recognized as:

  • USB\VID_3654&PID_4255&REV_0100&MI_00

  • USB\VID_3654&PID_4255&MI_00

This means it’s not being identified as a Razer device (Razer typically uses VID_1532).

I’m using the standard Razer Barracuda with the included dongle labeled RC30-0378.
It connects and plays sound via USB dongle and Bluetooth, but is completely invisible to:

  • Razer Synapse

  • Razer Audio App

  • Pairing Utility

  • Firmware Updater

Manual attempts to update the driver via .inf files also failed – Windows reports no compatible driver found.

I registered the serial number on Razer’s website without issue, but the system doesn’t detect the headset as a Razer device at all.

Please advise if there is a way to re-pair or recover the dongle/firmware. Otherwise I may need to pursue a warranty exchange.

I have the same problem. Received my Razer Barracuda last week on Friday and it's still not usable. Tried every possible fix. CANT PAIR OR UPDATE THE FIRMWARE because the headset is recognized as USBaudio1.0 device SO Razer tools etc. are not able to detect the headset. 

 

PS: I thinks it's about time for Razer to provide drivers on their website like other companies.... And separate the drivers from Synapse and Windows updates.

Same problem, couldn’t find the fix. I tried on 3 windows PCs on multiple usb ports. I even tried on my macbook. Same thing. I will be returning the headset (blackshark v2 pro 2023)

I purchased a headset labeled as "new" two days ago from Komputronik, a well-known electronics retailer in Poland. I received the product yesterday. After fully charging the headset using the original cable provided in the box, I connected it via Bluetooth and via the included USB dongle. The headset paired successfully and plays audio without issues.

However, none of the Razer applications – including the Razer Audio mobile app, Razer Synapse, the Barracuda Firmware Updater, or the Pairing Utility – detect the device at all. The same issue occurs both on my desktop PC and my laptop. I also tried plugging the dongle directly into the device, with no success.

Additionally, in Windows Device Manager, the headset appears only as "USBAudio1.0", which seems generic and not Razer-specific.

So far, I have tried the following troubleshooting steps:

  • Reinstalled Razer Synapse.

  • Uninstalled and updated the driver manually via Device Manager.

  • Tried different USB ports on multiple devices.

  • Tested both Bluetooth and dongle connection methods.

None of these attempts resolved the issue.

It's also worth noting that I registered the device's serial number on Razer’s website immediately after unboxing, and the registration process completed without any errors. Altough after copying that exact same serial number in the Razer support page it said that my warranty was expired. 

 

I have no clue what to do next, please help i dont wanna waste money on a broken headset.

 

Update:
I’ve checked the device identifiers in Device Manager, and the USB dongle is being recognized as:

  • USB\VID_3654&PID_4255&REV_0100&MI_00

  • USB\VID_3654&PID_4255&MI_00

This means it’s not being identified as a Razer device (Razer typically uses VID_1532).

I’m using the standard Razer Barracuda with the included dongle labeled RC30-0378.
It connects and plays sound via USB dongle and Bluetooth, but is completely invisible to:

  • Razer Synapse

  • Razer Audio App

  • Pairing Utility

  • Firmware Updater

Manual attempts to update the driver via .inf files also failed – Windows reports no compatible driver found.

I registered the serial number on Razer’s website without issue, but the system doesn’t detect the headset as a Razer device at all.

Please advise if there is a way to re-pair or recover the dongle/firmware. Otherwise I may need to pursue a warranty exchange.

Hey did u fix this problem ? Because same thing is happening to me after 2 months :p

I have the same issue, did you get a fix for that?

I have the same issue, did you get a fix for that?

it seems that people forgot about this

 And i am having the same issue still. I am just using the headset without any software but is very cringe. And i don't know what to do.

I have the same issue, did you get a fix for that?

it seems that people forgot about this

 And i am having the same issue still. I am just using the headset without any software but is very cringe. And i don't know what to do.

I'm talking with one of the support guys he told me he will check with the dev team if they can give us a solution for this one 

georgyoulianov

I have the same issue, did you get a fix for that?

it seems that people forgot about this

 And i am having the same issue still. I am just using the headset without any software but is very cringe. And i don't know what to do.

I'm talking with one of the support guys he told me he will check with the dev team if they can give us a solution for this one 

Did they came with any solution or fix?

I have the same issue, did you get a fix for that?

it seems that people forgot about this

 And i am having the same issue still. I am just using the headset without any software but is very cringe. And i don't know what to do.

I'm talking with one of the support guys he told me he will check with the dev team if they can give us a solution for this one 

hmm lets see , but i dont think that they can do something , maybe updater fix?  Anyway if you come up with a solution let me know … 

Still no updates, most probably i’ll sell mine and get another brand

Did anyone find a solution? 

radioCopperRedcamp516

i have the same problm and the suppot didnt help me ,Im using bleutooh only and the sound is so pad

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  • EPOKE
  • Insider Mini
  • October 12, 2026

Hello,

I managed to get my Razer Barracuda headset working with the RC30-0378 dongle on Windows 11.

Initial symptoms

  • The headset worked correctly over Bluetooth.

  • The headset worked correctly when connected via the 3.5 mm audio jack.

  • Windows recognized the USB dongle without any conflicts in Device Manager.

  • Whenever the dongle was connected, YouTube videos would not start, and audio playback in VLC would freeze.

  • Windows Sound Settings would freeze whenever the dongle was connected.

Here is what I did to fix the problem

1. Uninstall all Razer Barracuda devices

With the dongle connected, open Device Manager and uninstall all Razer Barracuda devices listed under the following categories:

  • Software components

  • Sound, video and game controllers

  • Audio inputs and outputs

  • Audio Processing Objects (APOs)

  • Human Interface Devices (HID)

2. Remove all hidden Razer devices

Still in Device Manager:

  • Click View → Show hidden devices.

  • In the same categories listed above, uninstall all remaining greyed-out devices related to Razer Barracuda.

3. Disconnect the dongle and restart the computer

Once all the devices have been removed, unplug the dongle and restart your computer.

4. Download and run the pairing utility

Download the following utility:

RazerAudioPairingUtility_v1.12.07_r4

Run the utility and follow the on-screen instructions.

5. Reconnect the dongle

When instructed by the utility, connect the dongle, preferably directly to the motherboard's USB-C port, without using a USB hub or USB-C dock.

Follow the utility's instructions to complete the pairing process.

The headset should now work correctly.

I hope this helps anyone experiencing the same issue!

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