If your computer or laptop is equipped with bad speakers or over time the sound has begun to muffle and you do not have enough volume when playing music or watching movies, then we will try to figure out what the reason is and offer several effective options on how you can increase the sound volume yourself.
Let's look at the main reasons for quiet sound
Hardware problems
Quiet or poor sound may be due to hardware problems. Among these there are several main reasons:
Note! Make sure that, in addition to the connector, the audio device is working normally and is playing at a good level. To do this, try it on another device.
Drivers
Most problems associated with devices connected to a computer boil down to the fact that software installation or updating is required. If the sound is quiet, the first thing you should do is check that the drivers installed in the operating system are up to date.
If they require updating, you can:
- Use the auto-update function when the computer itself finds and installs the required drivers.
- If for some reason it is impossible to auto-update, drivers can be downloaded from the manufacturer’s official website. This way you will protect yourself from the risk of downloading a malicious program.
Thus, updating and installing the software will be performed automatically in less than a minute, but the PC must have a stable connection to the Internet. Do these steps with other devices located in the same tab.
If this does not help solve the problem of quiet sound, then we can move on to the next point.
How to turn up the volume?
The first thing to do is check the level set by the system. It is likely that the overall sound level is not at maximum or the level of a particular program is not set at maximum.
I would like to draw your attention to the fact that when watching online movies in the mixer, an icon of your browser appears with a control, by moving which you can adjust the sound volume in the browser.
Windows Tools
Let's describe step by step how to increase the sound volume using standard tools in the Windows operating system:
After you have carried out these manipulations, play any audio file and you will feel how powerful a sound amplifier it is.
Using codecs
The next option is relevant if your device has the “K-lite codec pack” package with “ffdshow” codecs - selected during installation. 
You can also try changing the settings and other values to change the volume to suit individual parameters. After that, click “Ok” and our changes are successfully saved.
Sound Booster
If the standard methods of Windows 7, 8 or 10 are not enough for you, you can use the program Sound Booster. Using this utility, you can easily and simply increase the volume set by the manufacturer, but you should be careful, because an excessive increase can very quickly render the speakers inoperative due to the high amplitude.
The application can increase the sound by more than one and a half times without losing playback quality. For the fastest and most comfortable use, a convenient menu in Russian and a full set of hot keys have been made. You can install them at your own discretion. Quick access is designed as a special icon in the taskbar, where indicators of previously launched programs are also located.
Using the player
Increasing the sound volume on a computer or laptop using a player is the fastest and most effective way. Why? You ask. Because you won't need to rummage through the operating system settings. You just need to download and install a specific player on your PC. Of course, the sound will not be changed comprehensively, but simply the program settings will be applied to certain files that you open with its help, be it songs or music in videos.
There are utilities that allow you to increase the level by 2 or 10 times. There are quite a lot of them, but we will only talk about VLC. The main advantage of this player is that it does not use codecs installed on the PC, but its own.
Increase the sound volume in the headphones
Another simple and very effective way to enhance sound is with a standard Realtek driver. So let's get started:
Thus, a quiet sound turned into a louder and richer one. These settings are no different on Windows 10.
Keyboard adjustment
Controlling the volume becomes much easier when there is a key on the keyboard of your laptop or computer specifically designed for this. Usually it is located at the very top among the F1-F12 keys and is indicated by a special icon. 
To increase the sound volume, you need to press the FN key and, without releasing it, press the button with the icon, in my case it is F12.
If you don’t have such a button, you should think about buying a more expensive keyboard, since the simplest budget options do not provide such a function
Purchasing speakers
The easiest option to increase sound on a laptop or computer is to purchase and connect powerful speakers or even a full-fledged stereo system. They are connected using the same connector as standard headphones. Even very quiet sound on a laptop will sound much louder and richer in portable speakers.
However, it is important to understand that if you buy the cheapest device without a volume control, you will not achieve the desired result. It is recommended to immediately buy a good unit so that the weak sound does not haunt you further. Of course, you can just buy headphones, but speakers are a more versatile tool. Otherwise, you won't be able to watch a movie on headphones with your friends.
Mini speakers
You can also boost the sound on your laptop for just $3 by purchasing a mini speaker on Aliexpress. With its help, your PC will not only sound louder, but also much more pleasant.
To do this, you just need to go to the above site, enter the name of the device in the search bar and select the one that suits you.
Using third party programs
Hear program
The utility can not only increase the playback volume, but also improve the quality.
Its main functions include:
- Equalizer.
- Surround sound.
- Emulators.
It can also be used to adjust frequencies to eliminate extraneous noise. The utility has a nice and user-friendly interface that contains a number of tools. Supports both older OS and newer Windows 8/10.
Audio Amplifier
Another program for converting bad sound in multimedia files.
Just a few clicks and the selected movie or music will change the key. The most useful feature is that it equalizes the volume of a whole range of songs, eliminating the need for constant adjustments. Using the “Change Volume” control in the right window, in just a few clicks you can make the sound much louder.
SRS Audio SandBox
A universal utility that can turn ordinary speakers into a full-fledged stereo system. For this purpose, a number of tools are provided, the management of which is made as convenient and simple as possible, even for an inexperienced user.
The set of functions includes:
- Increased bass.
- Increase the volume.
- Creating 3D and improving sound.
- Vocal highlighting.
- Division into several channels.
- Windows 8/10 support.
All this allows any song to sound not just louder, but also more pleasant.
All these programs are publicly available on the Internet, so you will not have any problems or any difficulties when searching, downloading and installing them.
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It often happens that the sound power is not enough. There are physical amplifiers on sale, but before you buy, download the software - “Sound Booster”
You can download it at the very bottom of the page and go to the website of the author of the program and download the sound power amplifier for a computer or laptop from there - there is no difference
If there is enough power, then you won’t have to buy new computer speakers.
You can not only increase the sound in browsers (when watching online), but also in programs and even improve the quality.
The program is installed as usual, the settings are minimal - any student can figure it out.
This article was written at least 5 years ago, now another one has appeared - Try this one here and the new one to determine which is better.
How does a PC sound amplifier work?
Immediately after downloading and installing, an icon in the form of a black speaker will appear.
Sometimes if you click on it, the volume gain bar does not appear, then click on the line to open (picture above) and you can easily increase the volume.
Advantages of the program for increasing sound volume
- Simplicity;
- volume increase up to 5 times;
- increases the volume not only in the player, but also in programs, including Skype;
- convenient control;
- convenient volume control;
- launch with Windows;
- no distortion;
- presence of the Russian language.
Disadvantages of the program for increasing sound volume
- The application is paid;
- works free only for the first 14 days;
- no more cons were noticed.
Since the application is a trial, you can safely download and test it. In the trial version, every 10 minutes, the volume stops increasing for 3 seconds.
At the moment, I have not seen any analogues of such programs - if you know, please share in the comments. Good luck.
Developer URL:
http://www.letasoft.com
OS:
XP, Windows 7, 8, 10
Interface:
Russian
Bad sound on a computer or home laptop often creates unpleasant sensations while listening to music or watching a movie. Weak sound on the device forces users to use additional equipment in the form of speakers or headphones while watching video materials and distorts the perception of the picture. Thus, the user often has to listen to dialogue on the screen or view the same fragment several times.
There is a solution to the issue without resorting to services and additional equipment - installing special applications that allow you to increase the volume on the device several times or make the sound clearer. Not many programs truly satisfy user needs. But there are a number of utilities that are freely available on the Internet and justify their purpose.
Boost the sound of the entire system
Utilities designed to improve the quality of audio playback are divided into several categories, one of which involves enhancing the sound of the entire device system.
Sound Booster
The program for increasing the volume can be classified as a “shareware” application. The fact is that Sound Booster invites the client to use trial version, designed for 14 days of operation, after which you will be offered to purchase the full version of the service. The application allows you to increase the volume of the entire computer or laptop system. After installation the user receives ability to view movies, listen to audio and spend time playing games, with the ability to activate additional frequencies. Now the user can activate an additional volume level and use the speaker frequency to the maximum. Here you can adjust the audio playback height. The plugin supports work in Russian and English.
Hear
The utility can function on any operating system installed on a laptop or computer. Here the user is prompted regulate and configure sound level, for each subsection of the sound system separately: music, cinema, computer games, viewing video content through a browser. This opportunity arose due to the fact that the developer equipped Hear with its own sound driver, which is capable of working separately from the main sound card of the device. The interface is quite complex and it will be difficult for a beginner to navigate all the system settings, but more experienced ones will appreciate the parametric features of the service. 
SRS Audio SandBox
The plugin uses special audio equipment that can adjust the frequency of audio broadcasting so that the room in which the device is located is “enveloped” with the desired audio frequency. This opportunity appeared after the developers added to the utility setting mode bass The service now works with stereo and mono systems. SRS Audio SandBox supports on two languages: Russian and English. The control system here is quite complex, and in order to freely master a sound amplifier for a laptop or computer, you will have to refer to the “help” section, which contains a description of almost every section of the utility. 
DFX Audio Enhancer
The plugin, after installation, creates an internal audio card on the computer, which works using the built-in sound driver. The utility configures several frequencies of audio tracks at once and allows you to adjust the bass, as well as the depth of playback of media files. DFX Audio Enhancer appeared quite recently, in 2016, and is still in the process of being fully developed, but despite this, most users note the good parametric equipment of DFX Audio Enhancer. 
Amplifying Audio Files
In addition to utilities configured to involve the entire system in operation, there are programs that increase the volume in a targeted manner, namely affecting the playback of audio files.
Audio Amplifier
The plugin is designed to change the frequency in individual media files. Here the service client is asked to independently select a file to change the playback frequency of tracks. So the utility allows adjust playback depth. Audio Amplifier has the ability to increase the volume of current settings up to 100%. The service interface supports work in English, so understanding the system the first time will not be easy. The main advantage is the ability to save a file with a new sound in any available format. 
Audacity
File enhancer with option sound control different frequencies. Here, the service client is invited not only to independently regulate the music and speech accompaniment of the file, but also to create his own voice recordings and tracks. This is how Audacity made it possible control depth and frequency operation of a media file, and the utility is supplemented with options for mixing and detailing file tracks. The interface is presented in two languages: Russian and English, which makes it easier to get acquainted with Audacity. 
Mp3DirectCut
A completely free tool for simple media editing, designed to work with the Windows operating system. The developer does not offer any special features. Here the service client is asked to trim the file, cut out the necessary moments and save them as a separate file on the computer. In the resulting file you can adjust depth and frequency playback The functionality of Mp3DirectCut is very limited and is designed to perform simple actions with the file. The plugin interface is not complicated and is easy to learn even for an inexperienced user. 
K-Lite Codec Pack
The utility is completely free and is freely available on the Internet. The program is designed to interact with devices running on the Windows operating system. Here several packages available installations that work with all known media formats. The developer offers to use the K-Lite Codec Pack for all possible file sound settings, and also provides the ability to trim and mix several tracks into one. You can work with several packages at once. There is a special easy-to-use transition mode. The interface is presented in English, for this reason the initial acquaintance with the service will be quite difficult. 
Improved sound quality
There are also special tools for improving the quality and depth of sound, both individual files and individual playback channels.
DFX Audio Enhancer
A tool that is freely available on the Internet and does not require the purchase of additional extensions. The interface is presented in Russian and English, so understanding the utility is not difficult. The service menu is intuitive. Supports work with Windows operating system of all generations. The application allows you to customize individual files using an equalizer. The equalizer can be adjusted manually or run automatically. Here the audio has several modes playback and settings, DFX Audio Enhancer also makes it possible to set parameters both for individual files and for systems as a whole: video, audio, games, browser. 
Razer Surround
The tool is primarily designed to improve the sound for listening to audio files on headphones. The sound amplification program creates a surround sound effect and seems to immerse the user in the sound environment. There are no special parameters for setting individual track frequencies. The listener is invited to use built-in equalizer, which automatically adjusts the desired playback frequency. Razer Surround supports English. The system interface is stylish and intuitive. You can download the amplifier on the official website. 
The problem of quiet sound playback is most often encountered by laptop users. This fact is very sad, because because of this nuance it is impossible to fully enjoy, for example, watching a movie. Fortunately, these days there are various ways to increase the volume of playback files.
The article will talk about what programs there are to increase sound. Their features and installation method will be discussed. Regular Windows tools will also be included in the discussion. All this is presented with detailed setup instructions.
Magnification using standard means
Before we start listing programs for increasing sound, it’s worth talking about how to increase it using regular utilities that are present in every build of the Windows operating system. At a minimum, this is good because you don’t have to download software and thereby clog up your hard drive.
So, initially you need to get into the “Sound” menu. To do this, right-click on the speaker icon, which is located in the bottom panel on the right. In the context menu you need to click "Playback devices". A window will appear in which you should select "Speakers". Next you need to click on “Properties”.
Now another window has opened. In it you need to go to the “Improvements” tab. There, check the box next to the "Loudness" line. To save the settings after closing the window, click “OK”. Now you know how, without a special program to increase sound, you can increase the playback volume on your computer.
Upscaling using codecs
It’s worth mentioning right away that this method will only be useful to those users who installed the K-lite codec pack codecs.
To increase the volume of playing files, you need to initially launch them using K-lite kodec. Once you do this, icons will be added to the system tray. At the moment, only one is needed - the one that is blue. He is the one responsible for playing the audio track.
So, double-click on it so that the settings window appears. In it, go to the Volume tab and immediately check the boxes next to Volum, Normalize, Regain volume and Show current volume levels. We also move the Master volume slider to 300%.
Here's another way to increase the decibels on your computer without a third-party program to increase sound.
Magnification using the program
Now let's talk about which one on a laptop will allow you to fully enjoy playing video or audio. This article will use SoundBooster as an example, but there are a huge number of similar programs on the Internet. By the way, this method can be used together with the first one, in this case the sound will become even louder.
So, you need to download this program first. The easiest way is to type its name into any search engine and download from the first source.
So that you do not waste time, we list the software system requirements:
- CPU (processor) - 1.0 GHz;
- memory (RAM) - 256 MB;
- free disk space - 10 MB;
- OS - Windows above XP.
As you can see, the system requirements are minimal, so this software will work on almost any laptop. It is also worth making a small note: do not increase the volume of the speakers too much, this may lead to their damage or deterioration in playback quality.
Zooming in with players
Finally, we will talk about the VLC player. This program is perfect for you. You can download it both on the official website and on any other resource, since it is publicly available. In turn, the program can increase the sound by as much as 10 times. The bottom line is that this player has its own codecs installed, which do not depend on the system ones. The only downside is that the volume will only increase when playing a file in this player.
Today's laptops can be as powerful as desktop computers, with the added benefit of portability. They are light and compact, they can be taken on the road, they can work without recharging from 4 to 11 hours, and that's not the limit. But laptops also have their drawback - relatively weak built-in speakers. In small enclosed spaces, the volume of the sound they produce is usually enough for more or less comfortable listening to music or voice communication, but this is not always the case.
Reasons for quiet sound on a laptop
In some cases, the sound is so quiet that you almost have to put your ear close to the speaker to hear anything. Too quiet sound on a laptop can be due to a number of reasons, both software and hardware. If, say, one audio file is played barely audibly, and another in the same program is much louder, then the reason is incorrect file encoding; the laptop is not particularly “faulted” in this.
The volume also depends on the applications running with sound. For example, the built-in Windows player has a quieter sound than VLC or other third-party players. At the system level, drivers that are not entirely suitable for a particular sound card are often the reason for the initially low volume or its decrease after updating the operating system to a new version. In such cases, replacing Microsoft drivers with “native” drivers downloaded from the manufacturer’s website can increase the volume on the laptop.
Finally, the reason often lies in the laptop itself, or rather in its weak speakers. Laptop manufacturers often skimp on devices that reproduce sound, although we must admit that there is a reason for this. Firstly, nothing prevents the user from connecting external speakers, and secondly, due to the design features of the laptop, placing powerful speakers inside its case is not a very simple task. All this, of course, does not mean that you should put up with poor acoustics. Now we will show you how to make the sound louder on a laptop if it is already at maximum.
Ways to increase the sound level on a laptop with Windows 7/10
So, how to enhance the sound on a laptop using standard OS tools, without resorting to the help of special programs. The first step is to check your Windows audio settings. Their availability and scope will depend on the driver used and operating system version.
Right-click on the sound icon in the tray, select “Playback Devices” from the menu, select “Speakers” in the window that opens and click the “Properties” button.
In the next window, switch to the “Enhancements” tab, activate the “Bass Boost” option and click “Settings”.
Try playing with the settings in the small window that opens, changing the “Frequency” and “Boost Level” parameters, while checking the result in the “Advanced” tab.
By default, the value of the first parameter is set to 80 Hz, for the second – 6 dB. Increase the values to the maximum, check the “Loudness Equalization” box and apply the settings. This should increase the sound on the laptop.
As an aid, you can set the maximum bit depth and sampling rate values on the Advanced tab.
In Windows 8.1, it doesn't hurt to experiment with the Enable Sound Equalizer and Enable Room Correction settings in the Enhancements tab.
This is approximately how things stand if you use a standard Microsoft driver. If you have an audio driver from Realtek installed, you can enhance the sound on your laptop using the Realtek HD manager. This is a more convenient way, since all the tools are located on one panel. Its appearance, however, will differ depending on the driver version and motherboard manufacturer. Open Realtek HD Manager from the classic Control Panel. Next, switch to the “Sound Effects” section, turn on the equalizer and set all the sliders to the top position, then check the “Loudness” box and save the settings.
The best programs for sound amplification
Finally, audio amplifiers for laptops allow you to make the sound louder - special programs that allow you to adjust audio settings at the system level.
Equalizer APO
This advanced parametric equalizer works at the operating system level, allowing you to customize the sound in all applications, including system ones. During the installation process, the program will ask you to specify the device with which it will work, select the speakers. After installing the application, you will need to restart your computer. The sound parameters are adjusted by dragging the points of the equalizer curve; we achieve a suitable result experimentally.
All changes become apparent in real time, settings are saved automatically, and there is a function to reset parameters to default values (“Reset response” button). Using Equalizer APO is a great way to increase the volume on a laptop if it's already at maximum, and with the help of this program you can very flexibly adjust the tone and modulation of the sound.
A program to enhance sound on a laptop for those who do not want to bother with manual equalizer settings. Allows you to increase the sound volume up to 500% in most programs, including media players, instant messengers, browsers, etc., and is easy to use and easy to manage. Sound Booster has its own volume control panel, which can be called up by clicking on the program icon in the system tray. By dragging the slider on this panel, you can increase the sound on your laptop by several orders of magnitude, even if the volume seems to be at maximum according to Windows indicators.
There are several operating modes available; if one is not suitable, nothing prevents you from switching to another. An important advantage of the application is the presence of built-in filters, thanks to which there is no gross distortion of the sound, as is often the case in similar, but not very high-quality programs. Unfortunately, Sound Booster is a paid product; it works in trial mode for 14 days.
ViPER4Windows
A program similar to Equalizer APO, but with even more settings. Allows you to change sound parameters at the OS level, supports adding various effects, compression, digital reverb, creating surround sound, and so on. Increasing the volume in ViPER4Windows is achieved by adjusting the equalizer, again experimentally. During the installation process, the program will ask you to specify the devices with which it will work; once the setup is complete, you will need to restart the computer.
Conclusion
Well, now you know how to increase the volume on a laptop with Windows 7/10. Additionally, it makes sense to install the K-Lite Codec Pack; although it has no settings, in general it can improve the sound quality of audio in different programs. When it comes to tools like Equalizer APO or Sound Booster, keep in mind that they need to be used with some caution. By pushing the volume to maximum, you force the speakers to work at their limit, which does not have the best effect on their physical condition.