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kafecho Author

Level 1

41 points

Audio glitches with USB headset after upgrade to macOS Sierra 10.12.4

Hi,

I am using a USB headset (a Plantronics 478) with my MacBook Pro Retina 2015, and I am experiencing some glitches since I've upgraded to the latest version of macOS Sierra.

The glitch affects the audio input as well as the output. In terms of output, the sound "flickers", as in the audio goes silent and full volume many times (4 or 5) per second which renders the device completely unusable.

The problem goes away when I roll back the laptop to an earlier version of macOS Sierra which tells me there is an audio driver issue with the latest update.

I've done a PRAM and SMC resets and the problem still persists.

I am wondering if other people are experiencing the same problem.

MacBook Pro with Retina display, macOS Sierra (10.12.4), Plantronics 478 USB headset

Posted on Mar 29, 2017 12:11 AM

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Tobiachi

Level 1

19 points

Posted on Mar 29, 2017 8:46 AM

I've got the same issue with a USB Logitech H340 headset. Stuttering and choppy output regardless of source.

Tried it on different Mac's and even tried new headset new from package and same result. Works fine on 10.12.3.

Tried p-ram, 10.12.4 re-install and changing Audio Midi settings to no avail.

There's a new AudioAUUC.kext extension installed so it might be that one. I've raised a call with Apple so we'll see what they say.

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kafecho Author

Level 1

41 points

Mar 30, 2017 11:21 AM in response to rjeffords

As far as I am aware, this issue affects quite a few headsets from other manufacturers (Logitech, Microsoft). I've raised an issue with Apple Support.

Mar 30, 2017 2:27 PM in response to Luis Sequeira1

I tried that. The problem persisted.

juan457

Level 1

4 points

Mar 30, 2017 6:12 PM in response to kafecho

Me too! Using a Microsoft LifeChat LX-6000. Started happening after 10.12.4 as well. Have opened a case with Apple too.

Felinae

Level 1

4 points

Mar 30, 2017 6:29 PM in response to AwwYeahh

Powered or unpowered hub? USB 3.0 or 2.0?

I'm trying to remember if we have a hub tucked away somewhere at home.

Mar 30, 2017 6:53 PM in response to juan457

I wonder if this problem is in somewhat related to "skype certified headsets"? Personally I don't even know what that certification means, but I wonder if it's common thread here...

Apr 1, 2017 6:35 AM in response to kafecho

Having this issue as well. I do not have another hub and do not want to use that. Logitech headset here.

albpara

Level 1

4 points

Apr 3, 2017 2:12 AM in response to kafecho

I have the same issue with my Logitech H340 headset... I have no "unpowered" hubs to test

albpara

Level 1

4 points

Apr 3, 2017 2:23 AM in response to Tobiachi

Using the official Apple wired keyboard didn't work for me

Apr 4, 2017 7:14 AM in response to kafecho

I have the same issue with a Logitech headset. I plugged it into my Apple keyboard and did NOT solve the issue. I did plug it into an old USB hub though and it's working fine now.

bialekl

Level 1

4 points

Apr 6, 2017 6:15 AM in response to kafecho

I have same problem with Logitech headset and mac book pro (2015).
It's plugged directly to mac and after latest update I can't use it 😟

Bowman74

Level 1

4 points

Apr 12, 2017 6:39 AM in response to AwwYeahh

Plugging into an external USB hub fixed it for me too. I guess I'll have to start carrying around a small USB hub now when I travel. Oh bother...

Apr 13, 2017 8:57 AM in response to kafecho

Submit your problem to www.apple.com/feedback

Hopefully enough feedback will generate response from Apple.

Very annoying bug.

Apr 13, 2017 10:46 AM in response to BrianF

What kind of USB 3 unpowered hub did you use? I tried it with a HooToo HT-UH15 and it didn't work -- before I buy another unpowered USB 3 hub I want to make sure there's a chance it will work...

Apr 13, 2017 12:40 PM in response to hardtales

I purchased a $10USD Anker USB-3 Slim and it did not work for my MS LifeChat 3000.

BBfans

Level 1

4 points

Apr 14, 2017 11:13 PM in response to kafecho

I plugged in my USB DAC to the cinema display and it worked again, thanks for tips from all posts.

Audio glitches with USB headset after upgrade to macOS Sierra 10.12.4