Every day is a great time to listen to your favorite tunes and some truly sick beats on your MacBook Pro. Out of the blue, however, you may find that your trusty laptop sounds unwell. Songs and videos coming from various apps and browsers, for instance, might sound terrible.
Audio issues aren’t at all a rare occurrence for MacBook Pro users. Users online have documented their issues with the MacBook Pro speaker, where they encounter a sizzling noise, speakers crackling, or a popping sound straight from the machine.
Here’s a quick guide to navigate these strange sounds coming from the MacBook Pro speaker and recover the good listening experience you’ve had before.
Weird Noise on MacBook Pro: Troubleshooting the Problem
That weird noise on MacBook Pro can be caused by many different things, such as damaged or blown speakers, audio settings gone wrong, or a temporary issue that you can resolved when you reset the PRAM and SMC. After Apple released the MacBook Pro with a new feature known as Touch Bar back in 2017, forum users shortly came out to complain about a popping sound – their common denominator was owning the MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, albeit bought at different times and with various manufacturing dates.
It’s important to properly troubleshoot the sound problem to identify whether it’s caused by hardware or software, or if it’s merely a system update that can tackle the sizzling or popping sound. First, determine if it’s the speakers or the audio settings at fault. Plug in your headphones and start listening to anything with sound. If the sound comes across as clear on the headphones, then that means the problem is related to software. Blown speakers, for instance, may crackle at high volumes.
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The Magic Mouse doesn’t have a separate right-click button. Instead, the entire top part of the mouse is clickable. If you click on the left side of the mouse, it will register as a left-click. In the same way, just click on the top-right section of the Magic Mouse for a right-click. The same goes for any third-party mouse you’re using.
If your audio woes happen only while you play specific songs, videos, or other files, then it’s likely that the files are corrupted or suffer from low quality. If the problem persists, too, even if you listen from a CD or DVD and not directly from your hard drive, then you can proceed to troubleshoot the sound settings.
Before you try one of the fixes we provide below, make sure to always keep your MacBook Pro in tiptop shape by diagnosis your system regularly, cleaning out junk, and eliminating space hogs using a reliable Mac repair tool.
How to Solve Speakers Crackling and Other Audio Issues on MacBook Pro
Here are some methods you can try to solve the sound problem on your machine:
Checking Audio Preferences
Expect audio issues when the speakers on your laptop are set incorrectly in the preferences. Follow these steps:
Unplug all external devices from the USB, FireWire, as well as 3.5 mm audio ports.
Open System Preferences, and then click Sound > Output tab.
Choose Internal Speakers as the default option. If there are no other options, choose Internal Speakers to ensure that the option is selected anyway.
Slide the Balance slider left or right while audio is playing in order to test if just one speaker’s not working right. If the problem happens while the slider’s all the way in either direction, then it means one speaker is damaged and needs to be repaired.
Reset your PRAM and SMC
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Reset your Parameter Random Access Memory (PRAM) and System Management Controllers (SMC), which you can do by booting your computer while you hold down the Command, Option, P, and R keys simultaneously until you hear two chimes. Here are specific steps:
Shut down your laptop.
Turn it on again using the power button. Immediately press and hold the Command + Option + P + R keys. Wait until you hear the startup chime twice.
Reset the SMC by shutting down your laptop, making sure that the power cable remains plugged in.
Simultaneously press and hold Shift + Control + Option on the left side and the power button for five seconds.
Release the keys and turn off your computer.
Installing macOS Updates
Some Mac OS X users reported hearing their speakers crackling after the 10.4.10 update, even though their speakers weren’t at all broken. To address this, update your OS to its latest version in order to patch any audio issues. Your audio woes might not be the result of your last update, but getting the most recent update just might be key to solving them.
Final Notes
Audio hiccups on your MacBook Pro can be totally annoying, but can signal a more serious problem as well. Electronics that produce a sizzling sound when electrically connected, for one, should be a red flag. It’s important to unplug it if it persists, remove the battery, and contact Apple support for assistance.
Otherwise, if you’re able to troubleshoot the problem more clearly, then you can try one of the three solutions we provided above and see if it successfully fixes that weird noise on your MacBook Pro.
Do you have the same problem? Tell us about your experience in the comments!
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Your Mac provides several tools to help you identify it. The simplest is About This Mac, available by choosing About This Mac from the Apple menu in the upper-left corner of your screen. The other is the System Information app. Learn how to use these tools to identify your Mac.
If you don’t have your Mac or it doesn’t start up, use one of these solutions instead:
Find the serial number printed on the underside of your Mac, near the regulatory markings. It’s also on the original packaging, next to a barcode label. You can then enter that serial number on the Check Coverage page to find your model.
The original packaging might also show an Apple part number, such as MLH12xx/A (“xx” is a variable that differs by country or region). You can match the Apple part number to one in the list below to find your model.
List of MacBook Pro models
MacBook Pro models are organized by the year they were introduced, starting with the most recent. Click the model name for detailed technical specifications.
MacBook Pro models from 2012 and newer can run the latest version of macOS. For models from before 2012, the latest compatible operating system is noted.
2020
MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro16,3 Part Numbers: MXK32xx/A, MXK52xx/A, MXK62xx/A, MXK72xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro16,2 Part Numbers: MWP42xx/A, MWP52xx/A, MWP62xx/A, MWP72xx/A, MWP82xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
2019
MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro16,1, MacBookPro16,4 Part Numbers: MVVJ2xx/A, MVVK2xx/A, MVVL2xx/A, MVVM2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro15,4 Part Numbers: MUHN2xx/A, MUHP2xx/a, MUHQ2xx/A, MUHR2xx/A, MUHR2xx/B Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2019) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro15,1, MacBookPro15,3 Part Numbers: MV902xx/A, MV912xx/A, MV922xx/A, MV932xx/A, MV942xx/A, MV952xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2019)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro15,2 Part Numbers: MV962xx/A, MV972xx/A, MV982xx/A, MV992xx/A, MV9A2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
2018
MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2018) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro15,1 Part Numbers: MR932xx/A, MR942xx/A, MR952xx/A, MR962xx/A, MR972xx/A, MUQH2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2018)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro15,2 Part Numbers: MR9Q2xx/A, MR9R2xx/A, MR9T2xx/A, MR9U2xx/A, MR9V2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
2017
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MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2017) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro14,3 Part Numbers: MPTR2xx/A, MPTT2xx/A, MPTU2xx/A, MPTV2xx/A, MPTW2xx/A, MPTX2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2017)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro14,2 Part Numbers: MPXV2xx/A, MPXW2xx/A, MPXX2xx/A, MPXY2xx/A, MQ002xx/A, MQ012xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
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MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro14,1 Part Numbers: MPXQ2xx/A, MPXR2xx/A, MPXT2xx/A, MPXU2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
2016
MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2016) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro13,3 Part Numbers: MLH32xx/A, MLH42xx/A, MLH52xx/A, MLW72xx/A, MLW82xx/A, MLW92xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2016)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro13,2 Part Numbers: MLH12xx/A, MLVP2xx/A, MNQF2xx/A, MNQG2xx/A, MPDK2xx/A, MPDL2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) Colors: Silver, space gray Model Identifier: MacBookPro13,1 Part Numbers: MLL42xx/A, MLUQ2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2016, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
2015
MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015) Model Identifier: MacBookPro11,4 Part Number: MJLQ2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015)
MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015) Model Identifier: MacBookPro11,5 Part Numbers: MJLT2xx/A, MJLU2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015)
MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015) Model Identifier: MacBookPro12,1 Part Numbers: MF839xx/A, MF840xx/A, MF841xx/A, MF843xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015)
2014
MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2014) Model Identifier: MacBookPro11,2 Part Number: MGXA2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2014)
MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2014) Model Identifier: MacBookPro11,3 Part Number: MGXC2xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2014)
MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Mid 2014) Model Identifier: MacBookPro11,1 Part Numbers: MGX72xx/A, MGX82xx/A, MGX92xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Mid 2014)
2013
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MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Late 2013) Model Identifier: MacBookPro11,2 Part Number: ME293xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Late 2013)
MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Late 2013) Model Identifier: MacBookPro11,3 Part Number: ME294xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Late 2013)
MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013) Model Identifier: MacBookPro10,1 Part Numbers: ME664xx/A, ME665xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Early 2013)
MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2013) Model Identifier: MacBookPro11,1 Part Numbers: ME864xx/A, ME865xx/A, ME866xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2013)
MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2013) Model Identifier: MacBookPro10,2 Part Numbers: MD212xx/A, ME662xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2013)
2012
MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2012) Model Identifier: MacBookPro10,1 Part Numbers: MC975xx/A, MC976xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2012)
MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2012) Model Identifier: MacBookPro9,1 Part Numbers: MD103xx/A, MD104xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2012)
MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2012) Model Identifier: MacBookPro10,2 Part Numbers: MD212xx/A, MD213xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Late 2012)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2012) Model Identifier: MacBookPro9,2 Part Numbers: MD101xx/A, MD102xx/A Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2012)
2011
MacBook Pro (17-inch, Late 2011) Model Identifier: MacBookPro8,3 Part Number: MD311xx/A Newest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (17-inch, Late 2011)
MacBook Pro (17-inch, Early 2011) Model Identifier: MacBookPro8,3 Part Number: MC725xx/A Newest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (17-inch, Early 2011)
MacBook Pro (15-inch, Late 2011) Model Identifier: MacBookPro8,2 Part Numbers: MD322xx/A, MD318xx/A Newest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, Late 2011)
MacBook Pro (15-inch, Early 2011) Model Identifier: MacBookPro8,2 Part Numbers: MC723xx/A, MC721xx/A Newest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, Early 2011)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011) Model Identifier: MacBookPro8,1 Part Numbers: MD314xx/A, MD313xx/A Newest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, Early 2011) Model Identifier: MacBookPro8,1 Part Numbers: MC724xx/A, MC700xx/A Newest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, Early 2011)
2010
MacBook Pro (17-inch, Mid 2010) Model Identifier: MacBookPro6,1 Part Number: MC024xx/A Newest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (17-inch, Mid 2010)
MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) Model Identifier: MacBookPro6,2 Part Numbers: MC373xx/A, MC372xx/A, MC371xx/A Newest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2010) Model Identifier: MacBookPro7,1 Part Numbers: MC375xx/A, MC374xx/A Newest compatible operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2010)
2009
MacBook Pro (17-inch, Mid 2009) Model Identifier: MacBookPro5,2 Part Number: MC226xx/A Newest compatible operating system: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (17-inch, Mid 2009) Macbook pro touchpad settings.
MacBook Pro (17-inch, Early 2009) Model Identifier: MacBookPro5,2 Part Number: MB604xx/A Newest compatible operating system: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (17-inch, Early 2009)
MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Model Identifier: MacBookPro5,3 Part Numbers: MB985xx/A, MB986xx/A Newest compatible operating system: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009)
MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2.53GHz, Mid 2009) Model Identifier: MacBookPro5,3 Part Number: MC118xx/A Newest compatible operating system: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2.53GHz, Mid 2009)
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The best presentation software for mac. MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2009) Model Identifier: MacBookPro5,5 Part Numbers: MB991xx/A, MB990xx/A Newest compatible operating system: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid 2009)
2008
MacBook Pro (15-inch, Late 2008) Model Identifier: MacBookPro5,1 Part Number: MB470xx/A, MB471xx/A Newest compatible operating system: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, Late 2008)
MacBook Pro (17-inch, Early 2008) Model Identifier: MacBookPro4,1 Part Number: MB166xx/A Newest compatible operating system: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (17-inch, Early 2008)
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MacBook Pro (15-inch, Early 2008) Model Identifier: MacBookPro4,1 Part Number: MB133xx/A, MB134xx/A Newest compatible operating system: OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 Tech Specs: MacBook Pro (15-inch, Early 2008)