Hello DreamWriter84. Thank you for posting on the HP Forums. I understand the sound quality of this computer is poor. To begin troubleshooting the issue, please apply the information from this HP document: Music or Sounds are Distorted (Echo, Off Pitch, Sound Effects)
Please note: This document is intended for desktop PCs with Windows 7. However, the troubleshooting is useful for notebooks as well. The operating system is irrelevant. If the issue is not resolved, please provide the full model number of the computer.If you require assistance locating this information, please reference this website: Locating the Model Number of the Computer
Please respond with the results of your troubleshooting. I'm only here to help!
Mario