Skiff
Mic chain won't start · Troubleshooting
Two causes, nearly always: the mic isn't at Skiff's rate, or Skiff can't use the mic.
01Rate
Input chains run at Skiff's rate, so the mic has to run at it too. Open Audio MIDI Setup and set the mic and Skiff to the same rate, usually 48 kHz.
02Permission
Open System Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone and turn Skiff on. Setup & Repair shows whether it's allowed.
03Still nothing
- A Bluetooth headset's mic drops it to call quality and may not run at Skiff's rate. See Bluetooth and AirPods.
- Only one side? See Mic on one side.
Related: Calls and streams · Bluetooth and AirPods · Mic on one side
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