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Microphone picks up sound quietly or poorly | Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
Check for and install any available product updates.
Product updates keep your product working at its best. To determine if an update is available, run the Bose updater. The updater will let you know if your product is already up-to-date or if an update is available. For more info, see Updating the software or firmware of your product.
Remove any form of headgear that could be covering the microphone on the earbuds.
Make sure nothing is covering the earbuds. If you are wearing headgear, such as hats, headbands or earmuffs, this could muffle the microphone, and as a result could cause poor or low microphone performance.
Make sure the earbuds are oriented correctly for the best microphone performance.
Proper fit is important for product comfort and performance. If the earbuds do not fit properly or the orientation is incorrect it could lead to poor audio or mic performance.
Earbud Orientation
| Good - Logo pointed toward mouth/chin |  |
| Okay - More vertical ... logo pointed down toward lower neck |  |
| Poor - More horizontal ... logo pointed toward bridge of nose |  |
| Bad - More than horizontal ... logo pointed toward eyes |  |
Be sure the openings on your headphones are clean and free of debris.
Check if anything is blocking any openings on your headphones, ear tips or the mesh grilles under the ear tips (i.e. ear wax, dust or other debris). For more info, see Cleaning ear tips and mesh grilles.
Move to a less windy environment
Wind noise may enter the microphone capsule and render other audio unintelligible. Moving away from this area may allow for clear audio reproduction
Place another phone call.
Try placing another call—preferably to another number—to determine if the issue occurs all the time or only with certain people, which could result from poor reception with the phone service or device you call.
Be sure you're wearing the earbuds correctly.
A proper fit is important for comfort and sound quality. If the earbuds are not worn properly or positioned incorrectly, audio and microphone performance may be affected. See Wearing and adjusting your earbuds for more details.
If you're experiencing intermittent audio during phone calls, check your cellular reception.
This issue may be caused by a weak connection to the cellular network. Enabling Wi-Fi calling in your phone's settings while connected to your home network can help, or you can try the call again once the reception improves.
Try disconnecting other nearby wireless devices that might interfere with Bluetooth® signal.
Some wireless devices can cause interference with a Bluetooth signal.
Common examples include:-
Common examples include:-
- 2.4 GHz router
- cordless phone
- wireless speaker adapters
- home security motion sensors
- fluorescent lights
- microwaves
- wireless mice and keyboards
Try connecting a different Bluetooth device.
If your Bose product can connect to another device, Bluetooth functionality is working. In cases like this, the issue could be with the first device or its settings.
Reset your product.
Much like rebooting a smartphone, your product might need to be reset on occasion to correct minor issues. For more information, see Resetting your product.
