Noise on 16’ Macbook speaker

I made a video. And I am on my third laptop - and they all had the same issue.

https://youtu.be/jvYScIZIEJM

I want my time back. And I think Apple should get ethical and tell people that

their computer will have this issue indefinitely.

Make an appointment at the Apple Genius Bar for service. If you need to find an Apple Store - Find a Store - Apple. Also, see How to find your nearest Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) or Distributor (AAD).

"Your Apple-branded or Beats-branded hardware product (“Product”) is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original retail purchase (“Warranty Period”) when used in accordance with Apple`s user manuals (refer to www.apple.com/support/country). Under this warranty, you will be able to direct your claims to Apple even in situations where you purchased the Apple Product from a third party.” [Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty – Accessory - For Apple and Beats Branded Products Only.]

Looking around the forums I think I've found two other users with the same issue:

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/251130317

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/251173282

Yes, I have this exact problem too. I usually notice it when using MuseScore (music notation software). It's often more easily hidden in music because there's so much more going on. But when you have a simple sound (like one instrument playing), it becomes very obvious.

No solution yet. Was on the phone with Apple for a bit today. Trying to narrow down possible cause, and looking for commonalities.

Do you use Native Instruments software or a Focusrite audio interface?

I now know how to reproduce this issue.

I thought the noise/pulsating pops were gone from my computer and tested sometimes: opened Logic, created a simple project with one software instrument and played it. No issues. Then I decided to check the buffer size (Preferences>Audio). It was set to 128. I changed it to 256 and clicked apply changes. When I played the software instrument the sound problems were back again! So this is probably a buffer issue on the sound card that drives the speakers.

Yeah, I don't think new laptop will solve the issue. It's likely a software bug that will have to be fixed, and then everyone will benefit. I've been working with a tier 2 support person @ Apple for a few weeks now. My next appointment is this Saturday. I'm feeling good that we'll get some resolution on this. It may take a while to get the fix out, but I'm hopeful. If there are any significant findings I'll post them to the threads on these forums.

Yes, I have this issue. Let me know if you arrive at a solution. Thank you.

AColombi wrote:

Do you use Native Instruments software or a Focusrite audio interface?

I use Native Instruments software (Traktor Pro) but no Focusrite interface...

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