When connected to a wireless speaker via Bluetooth the sound skips or breaks up while playing music or during a phone call. (2024)

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When connected to a wireless speaker via Bluetooth the sound skips or breaks up while playing music or during a phone call.? ›

Check the following: Remove any obstacles (body, metal, wall, etc.) between the mobile device and the audio device, or bring the devices closer together. Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band, such as a microwave oven, a Bluetooth or digital cordless device, and the like, may interrupt communication.

Bluetooth transmission is affected if too many applications are running at the same time on the connected device. Close applications that you are not using to avoid slowing down the Bluetooth transmission. The sound may skip if the music being played has a high bit rate.

Several factors can interfere with the Bluetooth signal, including Wi-Fi networks, microwave ovens, walls, other Bluetooth devices, fluorescent lighting, and even cross-body interference. These external factors can weaken or disrupt the signal, causing the audio to cut out or skip.

The four primary causes are distance, interference, obstructions, or battery charge.

The most common cause of Bluetooth audio stuttering is a bad signal. This can happen due to various reasons. The audio device (headphones, earphones, or speaker) may be too far away from the source, the signal is too weak, or the receiver's battery level is low and so it cannot receive the Bluetooth signal properly.

The sound may skip or the playback speed may change if a device that generates electromagnetic radiation is nearby. Wireless LANs, microwave ovens, and other Bluetooth devices are some examples of devices that generate electromagnetic radiation.

If your drivers are outdated or corrupted, audio stuttering may occur. Incompatible audio settings: If your audio settings are not configured properly, you may experience audio stuttering. Faulty hardware: If your speakers or other audio hardware are damaged or malfunctioning, audio stuttering may occur.

Move Bluetooth devices away from building materials that act as barriers. These include metal, concrete, plaster, and brick. Avoid placing Bluetooth gadgets near microwaves or fluorescent lights. These use the same frequency as Bluetooth devices and are therefore best avoided.

How to fix crackling bluetooth speakers? ›

To correct this, simply relocate the subwoofer, or wireless speakers away from the WI-FI system. You may need to try a few different locations to find one that works (depending on the environment). If location isn't the issue, or still doesn't solve the problem, we suggest factory resetting your sound bar.

Change the position or location of the unit or connected device. If the connected device has a cover on it, take it off to improve the communication distance. If the connected device is in a bag or in a pocket, try moving the position of the device. Place the devices closer together to improve signal transmission.

The receiver and the BLUETOOTH device are too far apart. If there are obstructions between the receiver and your BLUETOOTH device, remove these or move the receiver and/or device avoid them.

If your Bluetooth speaker is connected, but you can't hear any sound, there could be several reasons. First, ensure that the volume on both your device and the speaker is turned up. Additionally, check if the audio is muted or if the speaker is set to a different output source.

The Bluetooth connection is experiencing wireless interference. Move the speaker away from appliances such as microwave ovens and other wireless devices. The Bluetooth device is having connectivity issues. Cycle the power on the Bluetooth and reconnect to the speaker.