This enables you to reset the audio without restarting the computer. You'll need to enter your password to use this code. Sudo kill -9 ps ax|grep 'coreaudio' | awk '' Open Terminal by clicking on 'Go' and then 'Utilities.' Select the Terminal icon and enter the following code into the Terminal: Make sure that the Mute checkbox located in the lower right corner is unchecked. For instance, if you are using built-in speakers, you should have 'Internal Speakers' highlighted. Click the 'Output' tab and make sure that the proper sound output device is selected. How to troubleshoot audio issues Check your device Test your audio Check audio settings Check for privacy permissions Check for any audio drivers Perform. Reinstall the Driver / Audio Driver Download Click the Windows icon in your Taskbar, type device manager in the Start Search box, and then press Enter Double. Shut down your MacBook and restart your computer if restarting your audio editing program doesn't work, or if the problem is with generic system sounds.Ĭlick 'Go' and then 'Utilities' followed by 'Disk Utility.' Select your hard disk from the list of options on the left, and then click 'Repair Disk Permissions.' Sometimes, corrupted permissions can cause problems with audio.Ĭlick 'System Preferences' in the dock and then click 'Sound,' located under the Hardware section.