In addition to Craig's response, make sure the speakers are not plugged
in to the microphone jack. If correct, go here:
Check out the fifth (5th) item on the More Information list:
Resources for Troubleshooting Sound Problems in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...;EN-US;q307918
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"Dee" wrote:

> Hi,
> I am having a problem where the sound coming out of my speakers is scratchy
> and weak. I tried buying new speakers, thinking maybe I did somehting to my
> old speakers (which used to work flawlessly), but the same issue occurs. If
> I adjust the balance on the speakers all the way to teh rigth or left the
> scratchy crackly noises go away, but the volume is still weak, and of course
> not so good with only one speaker.
>
> I"m using Windows XP2 and the default Realtek driver that comes with the
> system.
> Help?!