Web-based metronome sounds slightly out of sync in Firefox
I've been testing a browser-based metronome in Firefox and noticed that the audio click can sometimes feel slightly out of sync with the visual beat. It isn't a complete audio failure—the metronome keeps running and produces sound—but the timing can feel a little delayed or inconsistent, especially when using it at faster BPMs. The site I'm testing with is TheTapTempo's online metronome. I'm trying to figure out whether this is related to Firefox's handling of web audio or whether the delay is more likely to come from the system/audio device. A few things I'm wondering about: • Could Firefox's Web Audio timing cause a small difference between the scheduled beat and when the sound is actually heard? • Could Bluetooth headphones make the problem more noticeable because of their audio latency? • Can Firefox extensions or hardware acceleration affect the timing of browser-based audio? • Is there a Firefox setting or diagnostic mode that would be useful for testing this? • Would comparing the same metronome in Firefox and another browser help determine whether the issue is Firefox-specific? I've also noticed that the perceived timing can depend on the audio output being used, so I'm not sure whether this should be treated as a Firefox issue or an audio-device latency issue. What's the best way to troubleshoot this in Firefox?
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Please upload a recording with sound captured to explain the issue you're seeing, thanks.