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Music pitch has changed after update

I updated my Macbook Pro just the other day and my music was fine. But I was listening to my music and I realized that the pitch and pace has changed. Every song has a deeper tone and seems to be slowed. I don't know how this happened or how to fix it since the layout of system settings has changed.


How do I fix this?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 13.1

Posted on Jan 21, 2023 8:00 PM

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Jan 21, 2023 8:18 PM in response to IML1999

IML1999 Said:

"Music pitch has changed after update: Update I restarted the Music app and that seemed to fix it."

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For future reference...

Troubleshooting Mac Audio:


What to Try:

  • Unmute the App:

If an app has its own audio input and output settings, then perform things on the app itself.


  • Remove External Devices:

Verify what your output item is.


  • Disable Bluetooth:

If there are any microphones nearby, then they may be getting in the way via bluetooth.


See if an app is permitted to use your microphone.


Sometimes when changes are made to the system(i.e. updates), system configurations (i.e. for Sound) become manipulated, technically. So, reset the SMC and NVRAM.  (Applies to Anted-Based Macs Only)


  • Boot into Safe Mode:

When you boot into Safe Mode, items load by default, with certain settings and caches set aside. So, hold down the shift key upon boot. See what happens then.


  • Create a New Administrator:

See if creating and logging in as a new administrator does the trick. There may be something misconfigured in your current user - something that is getting in the way. Go to: System Preferences > Users & Groups > Unlock > Click: "+" > Create the new administrator

Music pitch has changed after update

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