StereoToMono

This extension monofies the currently playing video or audio source with a single click on the extension button.
What is StereoToMono?
StereoToMono is a handy Chrome extension designed to convert stereo sound into mono from any video or audio currently ongoing on the supported pages. By blending contents of left and right speakers, it enables users to hear the same sound from both inputs, making it useful when the stereo sound leans heavily towards one side or to simply enjoy audio through a single speaker. The extension is activated with a simple click and a page reload allows for a sound reset.

Extension stats

By: no9
Users: 5,000+
Version: 1.0 (Last updated: 2023-08-03)
Creation date: 2022-09-15
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • contextMenus
Size: 70.11K

Other platforms

StereoToMono (v1.2)
4.33 (6) 235
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

The StereoToMono extension is useful if you want to listen to the video or audio you are currently watching in mono. It combines the left speaker's content with the right speaker's and vice versa, so you effectively hear the same sound from both speakers. This can be helpful when the stereo image in the video is unbalanced, heavily leaning to the right or left, suffers from phase correlation issues, or you simply want to hear the entire audio using only one speaker.

It works on both video and audio elements on pages that support this feature. The extension is activated by clicking the left mouse button on its icon. For a full sound reset after adjusting the volume with the extension, it is recommended to reload the page.

Known issues:

  • On some pages, it is not possible to adjust the stereo image of the played elements. This is due to how the specific page is designed.
  • On some pages, when clicking on the extension button, the browser may mute the sound. This is due to the security configuration of the specific page or the server it is hosted on and unfortunately cannot be detected from the extension's point of view.

If you find this extension useful, you may consider supporting the author with a donation of any amount. Check the menu by right-clicking the extension button.

User reviews

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Pros
  • Works well for balancing audio in YouTube videos and other platforms.
  • Easy to use and effective in fixing audio issues.
  • Highly praised for saving users from uncomfortable audio experiences.
Cons
  • Requires a page refresh or restarting Chrome for activation.
  • Doesn't work on all platforms, such as Dailymotion.
Most mentioned
  • The extension effectively resolves audio being only in one ear.
  • Users appreciate its functionality for different audio channel scenarios.
User reviews
love it
by B Zsombor, 2024-11-19

by Levi XD, 2024-11-10

It works on youtube, Good Job!
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Extension safety

Risk impact

StereoToMono requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

StereoToMono has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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