Is Your Speaker Playing Too Low? This Trick Makes the Sound 600 Percent Louder

Many people know the situation: You want to watch a movie, listen to music, or play a video, but even with the volume turned all the way up, it’s almost impossible to hear anything.

Especially on laptops, the built-in speakers can be a source of frustration.

But there is a surprisingly effective solution — and it’s completely free.

Two browser extensions for Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox make it possible to turn up the sound to as much as 600 percent of the normal maximum limit.

For Firefox, the add-on is called “600% Sound Volume”, while “Sound-Boost” is the name of the extension for Chrome.

They both work by manipulating the audio output in the browser, giving you an extra layer of volume control beyond the system’s own settings.

With a click on the extension’s icon, or by using a shortcut key, you can quickly choose between standard volume, maximum amplification, or mute — directly in the browser, Chip writes.

Take Care of Your Ears and Your Sound Quality

Although the tools are practical, they must be used with care.

Exceeding the normal volume limit can cause distortion, reduced sound quality, and — in the worst case — damage to your hearing, especially when using headphones.

“Volume boosters can be useful, but should be used with caution — especially if you use in-ear headphones or watch content for extended periods of time,” says CHIP, which has tested both extensions.

Do not close Sound-Boost in Chrome using the X button. Minimize the window instead.

Otherwise, the sound level will reset. Smart and simple — but be careful.