UPDATE: Fixed the issue. To anybody getting drivers from the manufacturer, don't. Most the time they are outdated. It pains me to say this, but I used the free version of DriverEasy.
New member here... created an account just to find a fix for this issue.
I am having the same issue, just updated Windows 10 last night and I am now having this issue. So I can say with 99% confidence the update caused the problem.
I have tried:
-reinstalling drivers
-disabling drivers, testing, then re-enabling
-different mic inputs (two headsets and laptop mic, none work)
-enabling mic use under privacy settings
-going to sound->communications tab-> changing what is checked (I have changed it back to "Do Nothing")
All help is appreciated, thanks everyone!
laptop: Gigabyte Aero 15