Same issue happening over here as well. Have had multiple intel based Macbook pros lately and this M1 Macbook Pro 14" is the first where the annoying issue persists. My previous work laptop (intel based 2018 Macbook Pro) was hitting more memory pressure than this new M1 mac but never had audio issues. I cannot listen to music while working anymore... What's wrong with Apple nowadays? More and more annoying issues in computers we pay thousands of euros.