Solution for sound system problem (built-in speakers)?

I have my macbook pro since 2012 and I never had a problem. I was listening to music on youtube this morning when the sound started to be not clear. It's like my built in speakers are not built in anymore and are far away from my mac. It's quite annoying because it's the same issue with all the software (Itunes, Skype....) Some has clue and can help me. Thanks in advance.

1. System Preference > Sound > Output > Internal Speakers
    Move the Volume slider a bit to right. If Mute is checked, uncheck it.
2. Some sound settings are stored in PRAM. Reset PRAM.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/PH4405
3. Reset SMC.
     http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
    Choose the method for:
    "Resetting SMC on portables with a battery you should not remove on your own".
Hope this helps.

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