Changing system default sounds.

Before I was able to change the default sounds for OS X and apps.
Now with Yosemite it seems I can add or change them at all?
Sometimes change is a pain in the...

Check the mute switch on the side of the phone just above the volume keys.
Edit: on re-reading, I see you did that. Make an appointment at the genius bar. The mute switch has failed.

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