3002
Moderate
Discord · Gaming
Microphone or audio capture error, Discord cannot access your audio input device
Quick Answer
Error code 3002 on your Discord Gaming means: Microphone or audio capture error, Discord cannot access your audio input device. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Applies to all models
Likely Causes
How to Fix It
1
Check that your microphone is properly connected and enabled in your system sound settings
2
Grant Discord microphone access in your OS privacy settings (Windows: Settings > Privacy > Microphone; Mac: System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Microphone)
3
Close other applications that may be using the microphone (Zoom, Teams, OBS, etc.)
4
In Discord, go to User Settings > Voice & Video and select the correct input device from the dropdown
5
Click 'Reset Voice Settings' at the bottom of the Voice & Video settings page
6
Update your audio drivers through Device Manager (Windows) or system updates (Mac/Linux)
Pro Tip
This fix requires some technical knowledge. If you're unsure about any step, consider contacting support or a qualified technician.
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