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Razer BlackShark V2 Pro 2023 - Crackling sounds and volume fluctuations

  • February 27, 2026
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Hello,

I would like to ask for help with my Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) headset on Windows 11.

I am experiencing crackling audio and random volume shifts during use. The issue occurs during normal playback (music, games, voice chat). The only temporary solution I’ve found is disabling “Audio Enhancements” in the Windows Sound settings (Control Panel). Once I disable them, the crackling and volume fluctuations stop. However, this is not an ideal solution because EQ presets and other audio enhancements do not work in Razer Synapse 4.

Here’s what I have already tried:

  • Reinstalling Razer Synapse 4

  • Completely removing headset drivers through the CleanupRazerDrivers.exe and reinstalling them through Razer Synapse 4

  • Cleaning registry entries related to the Razer 

  • Testing different USB ports

Unfortunately, the issue persists unless Audio Enhancements are disabled.

Could you please advise on further troubleshooting steps? Is this a known issue with the BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) on Windows 11 or with the current Synapse version?

Thank you in advance for your assistance.

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  • Insider Mini
  • March 3, 2026

I’m experiencing the same issue. The audio crackles and fluctuates unless I disable the audio enhancement. I uninstalled Synapse and switched to other EQ apps, and they work fine. I believe it’s a Razer software or driver problem since everything works well with other EQ apps. Really hope there are fixes on this though