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MacBook Air M1 : Rattling/crackling/buzzing sound

Hi all,

I wanted to confirm if there is an ongoing issue with MacBook speakers since I found out that there is a crackling sound when playing high quality videos which is not there when I am using any other output device like pods, headphones or external speakers.

This issue is intermittent and not sure if I can replicate this on videos of my choice but I have few examples like:

  1. Apple TV+

Show name- See

Episode- 1

Time - 10:16 to 11:00

Is it a manufacturing defect and would I need to visit service centre for this?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.2

Posted on Feb 27, 2022 6:05 AM

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Feb 28, 2022 7:17 AM in response to rishavsharma2101

Hello rishavsharma2101,


Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. It sounds like you're having an issue with your MacBook Air speakers when playing certain content. We're happy to provide some information to assist.


We recommend ensuring all setting are correct and checking your settings with the guide page here: Change the sound output settings on Mac

As well as here: If you can’t hear sound from your Mac speakers


Additionally, RichieBBB has helpful information to test in the previous post here: MacBook Pro 2021 M1 crackling sound from Apple TV app


If the issue continues, reach out to Apple Support directly to further assist.


Contact Apple Support



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MacBook Air M1 : Rattling/crackling/buzzing sound

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