The VLC Media Player volume 400% feature is neither a gimmick nor a reckless weapon. It is a professional tool.

Enter a value (many modern versions of VLC cap this UI setting at

: Be careful when boosting volume this high, as it can cause "clipping" (audio distortion) and potentially damage your speakers. when using high volume levels? How to Increase VLC Media Player Volume Upto 300%?

By default, newer versions of VLC often cap the slider at 125% or 200% to prevent accidental damage. To unlock the full 400% boost, follow these steps: