External microphone is read on Input devices but does not register sound

I have a mac mini M4 and I'm trying to connect my external microphone, when going into Settings>Sound>Input my external microphone appear as "GVAUDIO" type USB, but does not register any sound when selected. I have tried with 2 different mics and same problem is presented.


How do I get my mac to register the sound from my external mic?


PD. This issue does not present itself with Bluetooth devices.

Mac mini, macOS 15.3

Posted on Oct 21, 2025 5:40 PM

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