ICal alarm sound

My iCal alarm works except there is no sound. Just the alarm window with a pulsating alarm clock. Any suggestions? Thanks

Check if your sound is on and how loud it is set, if that doesn't work check your sound settings in the system preferences > sound > Output (tab) and select the correct output device!
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