Switching Audio Output on iTunes (Windows) requires restart

Hi,

I've seen a couple of threads when I was looking for the solution. My iTunes (Microsoft Store Edition) was only playing the music from the output source chosen when the software launches. However, changing the output device in the task bar doesn't effect the output from iTunes.

Since all other threads are locked due to the age, I thought I'd share the solution working for me in case anyone else stumbles upon this issue.

For some reason, the default output device in the playback settings (ctrl + ,) was set to "Windows Audio Session". Turns out, the one you probably want is "Direct Sound", the default Windows Audio Driver.

It's probably not a common issue (hence not "fixed") but for someone like me with a sound interface for after hours as well as wireless headphones for worktime, it was pretty annoying. Maybe one of the apple members would be able to file a bug report?!