2025 Mac Studio M4 Max....unbalanced audio output

[Msbeezy]

This is my second Mac Studio that exhibits unbalanced audio output...with the left channel louder than right.It exhibits this through both my Studio Displays speakers and Fosi Audio st20A Pro amp wired into headphone jack or BT,,
This drives me crazy having to push slider to the right channel side to get balanced audio and ergo diminishing the audio performance
Any ideas or suggestions greatly appreciated

 

[Msbeezy]

it appears to play better processed through VLC....possibly an Apple midi issue ?

 

[SDAVE]

Can you try opening Midi Audio Setup (just search in spotlight) and see if your left and right channels are not aligned?

 

[Msbeezy]

Can you try opening Midi Audio Setup (just search in spotlight) and see if your left and right channels are not aligned?

both channels are equal in midi

 

[Msbeezy]

When I adjust main volume level in menu bar the balance of the channels in mini skew unequal

 

[Msbeezy]

this setting gives me perceived balance with 2 being the right channel

 

[Solarflares]

I take it you mean ‘imbalanced’.

I take it you mean a BT20A Pro. Or possibly an ST20A.

I take it you mean a Mac Studio M4. Or possibly a Mac Studio M2.

The posts you have made are not balanced with your profile description, and screenshots.

I would first check that your head is on straight! A spirit-level is a useful tool for that.

Set the Stereo Balance on a Mac: Tips and Troubleshooting

If the audio balance between the left and right speakers, AirPods, or other headphones connected to your Mac seem off, don't worry. Whether you're using the built-in speakers, a wireless headset, or a pair of external speakers, setting the...

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[maflynn]

It exhibits this through both my Studio Displays speakers and Fosi Audio st20A Pro amp wired into headphone jack or BT,,

So if different hardware is exhibiting the same phenomenon, then its unlikely a hardware issue, and returning your studio again won't solve the problem.

 

[Msbeezy]

I take it you mean ‘imbalanced’.

I take it you mean a BT20A Pro. Or possibly an ST20A.

I take it you mean a Mac Studio M4. Or possibly a Mac Studio M2.

The posts you have made are not balanced with your profile description, and screenshots.

I would first check that your head is on straight! A spirit-level is a useful tool for that.

Set the Stereo Balance on a Mac: Tips and Troubleshooting

If the audio balance between the left and right speakers, AirPods, or other headphones connected to your Mac seem off, don't worry. Whether you're using the built-in speakers, a wireless headset, or a pair of external speakers, setting the...

www.wikihow.com

Thank you for your reply and corrections...I have amended my profile and the amp is indeed a Fosi Audio BT20APro
I experienced an ischemic stroke May6 and life has been a struggle ever since
I'll try to be better

 

[macerkopp]

oh, not nice to hear that, I wish you a speedy recovery! Get well soon!