diff --git a/aqt/errors.py b/aqt/errors.py
index 508844e5d..d54b24b93 100644
--- a/aqt/errors.py
+++ b/aqt/errors.py
@@ -53,7 +53,8 @@ class ErrorHandler(QObject):
         if "install mplayer" in error:
             return showWarning(_("Please install mplayer"))
         if "no default output" in error:
-            return showWarning(_("Please connect a microphone."))
+            return showWarning(_("Please connect a microphone, and ensure "
+                                 "other programs are not using the audio device."))
         stdText = _("""\
 An error occurred. It may have been caused by a harmless bug, <br>
 or your deck may have a problem.