Bad phone sound quality

iPhone 8 phone sound is muffled, scratchy and variable. The music library sound is fine. Where is the problem, and what to do?

iPhone 8, iOS 15

Posted on Aug 19, 2022 8:17 AM

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Posted on Aug 20, 2022 11:52 AM

Hi Izzyfizzydizzy.


Thanks for coming to Apple Support Communities for help today.


This article has some steps that may be able to help: If you hear no sound or distorted sound from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch speaker. It may be the receiver is only dirty or blocked.


"If you prefer, here are some more steps you can try on your own. After following these steps, you might still need to contact Apple Support to discuss service options.


  1. Remove all screen protectors, films, or cases from your device. 
  2. Check the speaker opening to see if it's blocked or dirty. On iPhone only, make sure that the receiver isn't blocked or dirty. 
  3. If necessary, clean the speaker or receiver opening with a small, soft-bristled brush. Make sure that the brush is clean and dry.
  4. Go to Settings > Sounds (or Settings > Sounds & Haptics), and drag the Ringer and Alerts slider back and forth a few times. If you don't hear any sound, or if your speaker button on the Ringer and Alerts slider is dimmed, your speaker might need service.
  5. If you hear sound, try making a call with your iPhone and turn on speakerphone. On iPad or iPod touch, make a FaceTime call. If you still can't hear, or hear static or crackling, then your network or reception could be the issue. Try to call again later, or from a different location."


Have a fantastic day!


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Aug 20, 2022 11:52 AM in response to Izzyfizzydizzy

Hi Izzyfizzydizzy.


Thanks for coming to Apple Support Communities for help today.


This article has some steps that may be able to help: If you hear no sound or distorted sound from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch speaker. It may be the receiver is only dirty or blocked.


"If you prefer, here are some more steps you can try on your own. After following these steps, you might still need to contact Apple Support to discuss service options.


  1. Remove all screen protectors, films, or cases from your device. 
  2. Check the speaker opening to see if it's blocked or dirty. On iPhone only, make sure that the receiver isn't blocked or dirty. 
  3. If necessary, clean the speaker or receiver opening with a small, soft-bristled brush. Make sure that the brush is clean and dry.
  4. Go to Settings > Sounds (or Settings > Sounds & Haptics), and drag the Ringer and Alerts slider back and forth a few times. If you don't hear any sound, or if your speaker button on the Ringer and Alerts slider is dimmed, your speaker might need service.
  5. If you hear sound, try making a call with your iPhone and turn on speakerphone. On iPad or iPod touch, make a FaceTime call. If you still can't hear, or hear static or crackling, then your network or reception could be the issue. Try to call again later, or from a different location."


Have a fantastic day!


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