TestFAQ
Earbud Test
Alternates left and right so you can spot an earbud that is quiet, crackly or completely silent.
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Wear both earbuds and set a medium volume.
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Press start and compare the two sides.
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If one is quieter, clean the mesh and retest.
Earbud Test questions
- How do I use the Earbud Test?
- Wear both earbuds and set a medium volume. Press start and compare the two sides. If one is quieter, clean the mesh and retest.
- Is the Earbud Test free?
- Yes. Every SpeakerTonic tool is free to use, with no account, no install and no limit on how often you run it.
- What frequency does it play?
- It holds a steady tone at 700 Hz, and you can change the frequency while it plays.
- Can this damage my speakers or headphones?
- Played at a sensible level it is safe. Start quiet and raise the volume gradually — sustained tones at maximum volume can stress any driver.
- Does it work on a phone?
- Yes. Earbud Test runs in any modern mobile or desktop browser — nothing to install.