Voice Chat Guide

Voice chat setup for Venture SMP.

Venture SMP uses a mod called Simple Voice Chat to enable in-game voice communication.

Please note: Venture SMP does not own or develop Simple Voice Chat but provides support for its use on our server. This is our unofficial guide for how to install and use it. Official wiki: https://modrepo.de/minecraft/voicechat/overview

How to Install & Use Simple Voice Chat

🟠 Vanilla Minecraft Launcher (Fabric/Forge/Quilt)

What You Need:

• Minecraft Java Edition Account

• Minecraft Launcher

• A mod loader: Fabric, Forge, or Quilt

• The Simple Voice Chat mod (.jar file)

  • For Fabric: You'll also need Fabric API

1️⃣ Step 1: Install a Mod Loader

Choose one:

1. Fabric Installer

1. Forge Installer

1. Quilt Installer

Run the installer → pick your Minecraft version → install → launch Minecraft once using that loader.

2️⃣ Step 2: Get the Mod

Download Simple Voice Chat from:

• Modrinth

• Curseforge

Make sure the version matches your Minecraft version + mod loader.

If using Fabric, also download Fabric API.

3️⃣ Step 3: Add to Mods Folder

1. Press Win + R and type %appdata%, then go to .minecraft/mods (Create a mods folder if it doesn’t exist)

2. Drop the downloaded .jar files into the mods folder.

4️⃣ Step 4: Launch the Game

• Open Minecraft Launcher

• Choose the profile with your installed mod loader (e.g., fabric-loader)

• Click Play

5️⃣ Step 5: Use the Mod

• Join a server that supports Simple Voice Chat (like Venture SMP)

• Press V in-game to open the voice menu

• Set up your microphone and settings

Helpful Tips:

• Ensure the mod loader version (Fabric/Forge/Quilt) matches your Minecraft version

• Place mods in the correct .minecraft/mods folder

• Launch Minecraft with the mod loader profile selected

• Check mic permissions and firewall if voice chat doesn’t work

• Restart Minecraft if mods don’t load properly

🟢 Modrinth App Guide

1️⃣ Step 1: Install the Modrinth App

Download and install the Modrinth App from the official website.

Modrinth App

2️⃣ Step 2: Set Up a Minecraft Instance

1. Open Modrinth Launcher

2. Click "+ Create Instance"

3. Choose:

   • Your Minecraft version

   • A mod loader (usually Fabric or Forge)

3️⃣ Step 3: Add the Mod

1. Open your instance

2. Go to the Mods tab

3. Click "+ Add Mod"

4. Search for "Simple Voice Chat"

5. Click Install

If you're using Fabric, Modrinth will usually auto-install Fabric API too.

4️⃣ Step 4: Launch and Test

1. Press Play

1. Join a server that supports Simple Voice Chat (like Venture SMP)

2. Press V in-game to open the voice menu

3. Set up your microphone and settings

Helpful Tips:

• Use the built-in mod search and install feature for easiest setup

• Verify mod and loader versions match your Minecraft version

• Modrinth usually auto-installs Fabric API if needed

• Restart the launcher if mods don’t appear or work

• Check your mic and push-to-talk settings in-game

🟢 CurseForge App Guide

1️⃣ Step 1: Install the CurseForge App

Download and install the CurseForge App from the official website.

Install Curseforge App

2️⃣ Step 2: Create a Custom Profile

1. Open CurseForge Launcher

2. Click "Create Custom Profile"

3. Select your Minecraft version and mod loader (Fabric, Forge, or Quilt)

4. Name your profile and create it

3️⃣ Step 3: Add Simple Voice Chat

1. Open your profile → go to the "Add More Content" or Mods section

2. Search for "Simple Voice Chat"

3. Click Install

Make sure to install Fabric API if you're using Fabric.

4️⃣ Step 4: Launch & Use

• Click Play on your profile

• Join a server that supports SVC (e.g., Venture SMP)

• Press V to open voice chat settings

Helpful Tips:

• Use “Create Custom Profile” for manual mod installs

• Ensure Fabric API is installed alongside Simple Voice Chat if using Fabric

• Double-check mod and Minecraft version compatibility

• Restart the launcher if mods fail to load or cause crashes

• Grant microphone permissions and check firewall settings

🟠 Lunar Client Guide

1️⃣ Step 1: Install Lunar Client Download and install Lunar Client from the official website.

Install Lunar Client

2️⃣ Step 2: Select Fabric Version

• Open Lunar Client

• Go to the Versions tab

• Choose a Fabric version matching your Minecraft version (e.g., Fabric 1.20.6)

• Click the gear/settings icon next to the version

• Click Open Mods Folder

3️⃣ Step 3: Add Simple Voice Chat

• Download Simple Voice Chat .jar mod for your Minecraft version from Modrinth or CurseForge

• Download Fabric API if you don’t have it

• Place both .jar files into the mods folder you opened in Step 2

4️⃣ Step 4: Launch and Use

• Start Minecraft with the selected Fabric version in Lunar Client

• Join a server supporting Simple Voice Chat (e.g., Venture SMP)

• Press V to open voice chat settings and configure your mic

Helpful Tips

• Use Fabric versions in Lunar Client to support mods

• Place mods in the exact mods folder Lunar Client opens

• Be aware Lunar Client’s built-in mods can conflict with custom mods

• Try switching to vanilla launcher if problems persist

• Check mic permissions and firewall settings if voice chat isn’t working

🟠 Feather Client Guide

1️⃣ Step 1: Install Feather Client Download and install Feather Client from the official website.

Feather Client

2️⃣ Step 2: Select Fabric Version

• Open Feather Client

• Choose a Fabric Minecraft version that matches your mod (e.g., Fabric 1.20.6)

• Open the Mods Folder via settings or the folder icon next to the version

3️⃣ Step 3: Add Simple Voice Chat

• Download Simple Voice Chat .jar mod for your Minecraft version from Modrinth or CurseForge

• Download Fabric API if you don’t have it

• Place both .jar files into the mods folder you opened in Step 2

4️⃣ Step 4: Launch and Use

• Launch Minecraft using the Fabric version in Feather Client

• Join a server supporting Simple Voice Chat (e.g., Venture SMP)

• Press V to open voice chat menu and configure your mic

Helpful Tips

• Feather Client has a built-in voice chat. Disable it if it conflicts with Simple Voice Chat

• Ensure mod and loader versions match your Minecraft version

• Restart the client if mods don’t load properly

• Check microphone permissions and firewall settings if voice chat doesn't work

🟢 = Easy

🟠 = Medium

🔴 = Hard

Please contact us if you find a mistake in any of the above guides, or use the official wiki below for detailed setup instructions (including mic settings, push-to-talk, and more):

Simple Voice Chat Mod Wiki