M1 Macbook Pro speakers are really quiet

I recently bought the Macbook Pro with the M1Chip, so far i am really enjoying it as i use it for XCODE. One issue that i have with it is that the speakers seem to be extremely quiet. I seem to need to keep the volume at 100% just to be able to hear people speaking, whether it is on youtube, facetime or any video where someone is speaking. Music sounds pretty good, has a full sounding effect but i cannot seem to be able to audibly hear people speaking. I hope it is a software issue and it gets resolved soon, because i worry that if i keep having to use it at 100% ill eventually wear the speakers out.

Posted on Jun 5, 2021 3:16 PM

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Jun 6, 2021 12:35 PM in response to a_ponce98

Hi there a_ponce98,


We see that you're having a bit of issue with the sound output of your MacBook Pro with the M1 chip.


We'd like you to attempt to update the sound options on your MacBook Pro with the following steps: Change the sound output settings on Mac - Apple Support


From there, check for any available update to your Mac with the guidance of this article: How to update the software on your Mac - Apple Support


If you pair or use headphones with your Mac, do you still have the same low output issue?


If not, contact Apple here for a bit more investigation on this: Get Support


Welcome to the Apple Support Communities, and thank you!


Have a great day!

Jul 6, 2021 8:20 AM in response to 1ssmith

I have a similar problem too. I

recently bought the Macbook Pro with the M1Chip couple of days ago.

Speakers seem to be extremely quiet and is very difficult to hear. seriously, Volume needs to be at 100% just to be able to hear dialogues ( in a movie).

I have carried out all the latest updates but could not see any improvements.


With headphones, it is much better. but speakers are not good at all




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