Howler.js

Automatically uses Web Audio API when available and falls back to HTML5 Audio, handling environment-specific bugs and ensuring consistent playback across all major browsers, including IE9+ and mobile Safari.

Core bundle is only 7kb gzipped with no dependencies, and optional plugins like spatial audio allow for extended functionality without adding unnecessary bloat, as highlighted in the features.

Provides fine-grained control over playback with methods for volume, rate, seek, fading, looping, and supports sound sprites for efficient loading and management of multiple sounds.

Includes a plugin for 3D spatial sound and stereo panning, enabling immersive audio experiences in games and interactive apps, as detailed in the spatial audio section.