Sound test

Play Left, Both or Right at a low, comfortable volume. Compare which side you hear and whether the selected output responds. The sweep and bass modes let you compare tones on the same setup.

You should hear the left button only in your left ear or speaker, and the right button only on the right.

Runs locally in your browser. Optional recordings and photos stay on your device; nothing is uploaded.

What this test can tell you

The page generates tones through the selected or system-default audio output. Compare Left, Right and Both to check the channel routing that you can hear.

No microphone measurement is made here. Missing or distorted sound can involve output selection, balance, mono settings, audio hardware or the listener; it does not identify one cause by itself.

How to use it

  1. Set your volume to a comfortable level.
  2. Press Left, then Right — each sound should come only from that side.
  3. Play the frequency sweep to hear the whole range from low to high.
  4. Use the bass test to check your subwoofer or low end.

What you should hear

Listen for consistent channel routing and repeat any unexpected silence, buzz or distortion at a comfortable level. Output hardware, settings, room acoustics and the listener can all affect the result. This page does not measure acoustic frequency response or establish one cause of a missing tone.

Not working? Try these fixes

No sound at all

Check the volume and mute switch, then make sure the right output device is selected in your system sound settings or in the device list here.

Left and right are swapped

Check that headphones are worn the right way round (L/R marks) and that speakers are connected to the correct outputs.

I cannot choose an output device

On-page output selection depends on browser support, permissions and which devices are exposed. If the selector is unavailable or incomplete, choose the intended output in your operating-system settings.

Frequently asked questions

Can this damage my speakers?

Start at low, comfortable volume and stop if you hear distortion or discomfort. The page cannot measure sound pressure or guarantee that an output device is being driven safely.

Does it work with Bluetooth headphones?

Yes. Bluetooth may add a short delay before the sound starts.

Methods and reference documentation

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Left right sound testCompare stereo channel routing through speakers or headphones. Headphone testCheck headphone channels and compare tones at comfortable volume. Mic testWatch microphone input and record a short clip for local playback. Speaker cleanerPlay a short speaker tone with explicit cleaning and repair limits.