Why does the sound on my Samsung TV distort?

Last Update date : 2025-08-13
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Distorted TV sound is any inconsistent sound with your Samsung smart TV.

They manifest in various forms and are caused by several factors. They reduce the sound quality of your device and can make your viewing experience uncomfortable. These sound distortions can be due to minor interference in the sound production, reception, and transmission

1 The issue may be related to a particular channel or audio-video file. Try a different channel or play another video to check if this is the case.
2 Set TV volume between 50~60 and increase and decrease the volume from STB (Set Top Box) remote.
3 Perform the sound test to check the sound quality.
settings settings

Step 1. Navigate to Home and open Settings.

All Settings All Settings

Step 2. Tap All Settings.

Support Support

Step 3. Tap Support.

Device Care Device Care

Step 4. Choose Device Care.

Self Diagnosis Self Diagnosis

Step 5. Choose among the options Self Diagnosis.

Sound Test Sound Test

Step 6. Tap Sound Test.

Note: To learn more about Self Diagnosis and sound test check this How to use Self Diagnosis on Samsung Smart TV 

4 Check the input connections (HDMI/ AV/ Composite).
  • Disconnect and reconnect the cable from the TV and input source (Set-Top Box/ Blu-ray).

If the distorted sound remains, then try to reset the Equaliser.

settings settings

Step 1. Press home and navigate to Settings.

All Settings All Settings

Step 2. Tap All Settings.

sound sound

Step 3. Tap Sound.

Expert settings Expert settings

Step 4. Choose Expert Settings.

Equalizer Equalizer

Step 5. Tap Equalizer.

Equalizer Equalizer

Step 6. You can now check the Equalizer.

Note: When you Select Reset, all bars should be in middle.

Note:

  • If the problem still persists, reset your TV. To learn more, check out How to Reset my Samsung TV .
  • If you have any questions after verifying the solutions mentioned above, please call our contact center for help with your inquiry. Our helpful agents will be there to help you.

*The features mentioned can be available on specific models. Please refer to your user manual for more information.

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