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# How to Configure Voice Chat in Alt:V

> Master the integrated 3D spatial voice chat system in Alt:V. Learn how to configure quality settings and optimize audio performance for your server.

## Immersive Spatial Audio in Alt:V

Alt:V features a sophisticated, built-in 3D spatial voice system that provides high-fidelity audio directly within the engine. This native integration eliminates the need for external plugins like TeamSpeak or Mumble, offering a smooth and deeply immersive communication experience for roleplay and tactical coordination alike.

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  <Card title="Difficulty" icon="gauge-low">
    Intermediate
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    5 Minutes
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## Server-Side Configuration

Fine-tuning the voice system is handled within the `voice` object of your `server.cfg` (or `server.toml`) file.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access the Configuration">
    In your [Game Panel](https://panel.freakhosting.com), navigate to the **Files** tab and open the `server.cfg` file for editing.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Initialize the Voice Property">
    Locate or create the `voice` property block.

    ```yaml theme={null}
    voice: {
      bitrate: 64000
    }
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Optimize Audio Quality">
    Adjust the `bitrate` value to balance audio fidelity and network performance:

    * **64000 (Recommended):** Provides crystal-clear audio suitable for immersive roleplay.
    * **32000:** A more efficient setting for high-population servers to conserve bandwidth while maintaining intelligible communication.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Scaling Your Voice Infrastructure

As your community grows, you may need to consider more advanced hosting configurations for your audio traffic.

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Integrated Voice">
    By default, Alt:V processes voice traffic directly through the main game server. This is the optimal configuration for small to medium-sized communities, providing a simple, all-in-one setup.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="External Voice Servers">
    For massive roleplay environments, you can offload voice processing to a separate instance by defining an `externalAddress` and `externalSecret`. This ensures that heavy communication loads do not interfere with the performance of your main game logic.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

<Warning>
  ### Network & Firewall Configuration

  The Alt:V voice system uses UDP traffic for low-latency transmission. If you are implementing a custom firewall strategy, ensure that the appropriate ports are open. FREAKHOSTING's specialized DDoS protection is already pre-configured to prioritize and protect Alt:V voice traffic.
</Warning>

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## Technical Features

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  <Accordion title="3D Spatialization Logic">
    The engine automatically calculates volume and panning based on the 3D distance between player entities. This allows players to perceive the direction and distance of a speaker, significantly enhancing the sense of presence in the game world.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Noise Suppression">
    Alt:V's voice engine includes integrated noise suppression to help filter out background static and peripheral sounds, ensuring that communication remains clear even in busy environments.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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  **Last Updated:** January 2026 | **Audio:** Enhancing immersion through sound.
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