Increase the maximum audio volume

[Fran]

I have some hearing difficulties. Is there a way to increase the maximum
audio volume on my computer BEYOND the volume controls on my computer. I
would like louder audio so I can more clearly hear the sound while watching
a film clip, movie, or to listening to music? All help would be
appreciated. Thanks in advance, Fran

 

[Patrick Keenan]

I have some hearing difficulties. Is there a way to increase the maximum
audio volume on my computer BEYOND the volume controls on my computer. I
would like louder audio so I can more clearly hear the sound while watching
a film clip, movie, or to listening to music? All help would be
appreciated. Thanks in advance, Fran

Yes, but it involves external equipment. Basically you need another
amplification stage, and speakers that can handle the extra output. Then,
you have the volume controls on the external amp as well. Simply, a more
powerful set of external speakers would do this.

Note that this will produce an effect that is likely noticeable to others
near you, and that increased volume may not be beneficial to you.

HTH
-pk

 

[Ken Blake, MVP]

I have some hearing difficulties. Is there a way to increase the
maximum audio volume on my computer BEYOND the volume controls on my
computer. I would like louder audio so I can more clearly hear the
sound while watching a film clip, movie, or to listening to music? All
help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance, Fran

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