Audio Distortion from Software


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  Step 1:  What Causes Distortion?

Open a Report
When you hear distortion in your computer's speakers, it may be anything from blown speakers to a damaged sound card. It may also be that the sound card is receiving a signal that is too hot. To resolve the latter problem, lower the level of the source that is distorting.
  Step 2:  Which Player Distorts?

Determine which audio software player(s) produces audio distortion. Open that program.
  Step 3:  Lower Volume Control

Find the playback volume control in the software and turn it down (you may need to refer to the software's help files).
  Step 4:  No Volume?

If the program seems to have no Volume Control, double click on the speaker icon in the lower right Start Bar. Lower the fader that controls "Wave" inputs. You can click above or below the rectangle to raise or lower the volume or use the mouse to drag it to the desired level. If all audio software distorts, then try lowering the master fader labeled Play Control or Volume Control.