Changing your audio output device in FL Studio allows you to direct sound from the software to your speakers, headphones, or other audio interfaces.
Here's the straightforward way to do it:
To change the audio output device in FL Studio, you need to access the Audio Settings. This is where you select the audio driver corresponding to your desired output hardware.
Steps to Change Audio Output
Based on the FL Studio system settings structure, follow these steps to switch your audio output:
- Start FL Studio: Launch the software.
- Open System Settings:
- Press the F10 key on your keyboard.
- Alternatively, go to the Options menu at the top of the FL Studio window and select Audio settings.
- Navigate to the Audio Tab: In the System Settings window that appears, click on the Audio tab.
- Select Output Device: Locate the Input / output section within the Audio Tab. You will find a drop-down menu here.
- Choose Your Driver: Click on the drop-down menu. This list contains the audio drivers installed on your system. Select the driver corresponding to the audio device you want to use for output (e.g., your Scarlett interface driver, onboard sound card driver, etc.).
Quick Navigation
Here's a summary of the path:
| Action | Menu / Key Press | Section | Setting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Settings | F10 or Options | System Settings | Audio Tab |
| Locate Setting | Input / output | Drop-down menu | |
| Select Device | Click Drop-down | Choose Driver |
Understanding Audio Drivers
The drop-down list in the Input / output section shows the audio drivers detected by FL Studio. These drivers are the software interfaces that allow FL Studio to communicate with your audio hardware. Common drivers include:
- ASIO4ALL: A universal ASIO driver often used for low latency.
- FL Studio ASIO: An ASIO driver included with FL Studio.
- Your Interface's Native ASIO Driver: (e.g., Focusrite ASIO, Universal Audio ASIO) These often provide the best performance for specific hardware.
- Primary Sound Driver / DirectSound: Standard Windows drivers, typically higher latency but widely compatible.
- Core Audio: (macOS)
Choosing the correct driver for your desired output device is crucial for proper sound playback and performance. Often, selecting the dedicated ASIO driver for your audio interface or sound card provides the best audio quality and lowest latency.
Once you select a different driver from the drop-down menu, FL Studio will attempt to switch the audio output to the associated device. You can then test the output by playing back a project or sample.
Remember to ensure your desired audio device is properly connected to your computer and recognized by your operating system before attempting to select it in FL Studio.
