Headphone Test
Play left and right channel tones, verify stereo orientation, and generate test frequencies for headphone checks.
Test interface
Your browser may ask for permission after you press Start.How to use this tool
- Turn your system volume down before starting, then put your headphones on.
- Press Left to hear the left channel, then Right, and confirm both sides match.
- Run the channel sequence to verify stereo orientation, then raise the volume slowly.
- Use the frequency control for bass and treble checks, and stop playback when finished.
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Technical explanation
Oscillators are created with the Web Audio API and connected to a stereo panner or channel splitter. A left test only feeds the left channel, so reversed wiring or a mono adapter becomes obvious.
Tones are digital signals produced by the browser. The tool cannot measure sound pressure level, frequency response, or distortion; those require calibrated audio equipment.
Troubleshooting
Sound only on one side
Check the headphone plug, adapters, and balance settings in the operating system. A mono adapter or faulty cable commonly causes this.
No sound at all
Confirm the correct output device is selected, the tab is not muted, and the volume is above zero.
Crackling or distortion
Lower the volume. Distortion at high levels may come from the headphones, the source, or the browser volume chain.
Bluetooth delay
Bluetooth headphones add latency. The delay test gives a rough indication but is not a wired-latency measurement.
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