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szq2014
Copper Contributor
Nov 24, 2025

Where do I find the test sounds used by Windows when you test a speaker?

I’m looking for the files or DLLs that Windows plays when you click ‘Test’ on the Windows audio output tab? I need them in high quality for a project I am working on. Ideally I need them as WAV, MP3,...
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Ushaojin
Iron Contributor
Nov 26, 2025

Recommend Method: Use Resource Hacker (Easiest)

  1. Download Resource Hacker (free tool)
  2. Open audiodg.exe or mmres.dll from System32
  3. Navigate to WAVE section in the resource tree
  4. Look for resources numbered 5000-5010 (these are typically the test tones)
  5. Right-click each one and "Save as .wav"
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    szq2014
    Copper Contributor
    Nov 27, 2025

    When I open the audiodg.exe or mmres.dll, I only get MUI, Version Information and Manifest, no WAVE folder.

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