Audio Channel Balance Test

Test your audio system's left and right channel balance. Ensure both channels are working properly and at equal volume levels.

Use headphones or properly positioned speakers for the most accurate results.

Click this button first to enable audio playback

Left Channel

Should only hear sound from the left side

Both Channels

Should hear balanced sound from both sides

Right Channel

Should only hear sound from the right side

Volume Control

Volume: 50%

Test Tones

Channel Balance Indicator

L
R
Balanced

Channel Balance Testing Guide

What to Test

  • • Channel Separation: Each channel should be distinct
  • • Volume Balance: Both channels at equal volume
  • • Frequency Response: All frequencies present in both channels
  • • Phase Alignment: No phase cancellation issues

Common Issues

  • • One channel louder than the other
  • • Missing frequencies in one channel
  • • Reversed left/right channels
  • • Phase cancellation in stereo mode

Test Procedure

  1. 1. Test left channel only - should hear only from left
  2. 2. Test right channel only - should hear only from right
  3. 3. Test both channels - should hear balanced stereo
  4. 4. Try different frequencies to test full range
  5. 5. Run frequency sweep to check for gaps

Troubleshooting

  • • Check cable connections
  • • Verify audio driver settings
  • • Test with different audio sources
  • • Check Windows/OS audio balance settings