Speaker Sound Test Fast, private, on-device — nothing is recorded.
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If distortion persists across tests, it may be hardware damage.
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1
Set a safe volume
Start low. Raise slowly. If it’s uncomfortable, it’s too loud.
2
Isolate a speaker
Use Left/Right first — it’s the fastest way to spot a dead channel.
3
Confirm with a sweep
Sweeps expose rattles and dropouts you won’t hear with one tone.
How to use the speaker test
1) Choose a test
Use Quick tones for targeted checks. Use Sweep to scan the full range. Use Pink/White noise to reveal rattles or hiss.
2) Check channels
Compare Left and Right. If one is weaker, use the balance slider to confirm it’s not just your ears/position.
3) Set level
Use both the page Volume and your device’s volume. Avoid blasting — distortion can come from volume alone.
4) Interpret what you hear
One bad frequency → debris/loose part. Constant crackle → damage/moisture. Weak highs → grille blockage.
Troubleshooting & next steps
Quick FAQs
- Nothing plays? Check Silent mode, Bluetooth output, and device volume.
- Only one side works? Use Left/Right. If one side is always silent, it’s likely hardware.
- Crackle at low volume? Moisture/debris is common — give it drying time, then retest.
- Noise sounds hissy? Some hiss at high volume is normal; compare both channels.
Safe cleaning checklist
- Power off the phone first.
- Use a soft, dry brush — no liquids.
- Avoid compressed air into the grille (it can push debris in deeper).
- Re-test at 200 Hz, 1 kHz, and 10–14 kHz.
Device notes
- iPhone: bottom + earpiece can act as stereo; test both.
- Android: some models boost bass; check 60–200 Hz for rattles.
- Laptops: try 400–5k Hz; listen for chassis resonances.
What to do next
- If the speaker got wet, start with the Water Eject Tool.
- Record a short sample and compare Left vs Right.
- If one side stays silent, visit a repair shop.