Hey XDA, new member here trying to get past the 10 post limit so I can dive into the Android Development Forum. I've always trusted XDA's members for the best for my EVO, have had it for 2 years and have experimented with quite a few ROM/kernel/mod combinations, and I'm just starting to post. My question is, what has been the best sound setup you have come across with the EVO, and why, how, etc.
I've tried maaany things, but I seem to find the best sound quality in Sense ROMs with DSP Manager, no Beats or ACID sound mods. Just throw in PlayerPro with DSP pack and it feels like your a sound engineer at a Rush concert. Can anyone 1up that?
Cheers.
Bumping, 'cause c'mon.
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you are really playin the game of personal opinions here. i have to agree with you dsp manger with a eq built in to the player is a good way to go. I currently use winamp pro with dsp but on cm7.2 and it sounds real solid. I have a galaxy nexus i actually use dsp and aosp with but i havent quite dedicated it to music as much since its only 16 in comparison to the 32 gb i have in my evo.
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you are really playin the game of personal opinions here. i have to agree with you dsp manger with a eq built in to the player is a good way to go. I currently use winamp pro with dsp but on cm7.2 and it sounds real solid. I have a galaxy nexus i actually use dsp and aosp with but i havent quite dedicated it to music as much since its only 16 in comparison to the 32 gb i have in my evo.
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Never used Winamp pro, gonna give that a try.
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CyanJustice said:
Bumping, 'cause c'mon.
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Ok, I'll bite!
Tried quite a few sound mods - my favorite combo is:
AC!D Audio Engine: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2002367&highlight=acid
then flashing this
Megabass Audio Booster: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2074977
On CM7 base roms it adds a modified DSP EQ
On CM9/CM10 roms it adds a modified Beats DSP EQ
With the AC!D engine as a base, I found nothing that sounds better!
So you're recommending the cm9 base?
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I have had the best sound performance using anthrax kernel, but it requires a sense rom.
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JollyGrnReefer said:
I have had the best sound performance using anthrax kernel, but it requires a sense rom.
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That's good, I'm rocking sense.
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Music Player
CyanJustice said:
Hey XDA, new member here trying to get past the 10 post limit so I can dive into the Android Development Forum. I've always trusted XDA's members for the best for my EVO, have had it for 2 years and have experimented with quite a few ROM/kernel/mod combinations, and I'm just starting to post. My question is, what has been the best sound setup you have come across with the EVO, and why, how, etc.
I've tried maaany things, but I seem to find the best sound quality in Sense ROMs with DSP Manager, no Beats or ACID sound mods. Just throw in PlayerPro with DSP pack and it feels like your a sound engineer at a Rush concert. Can anyone 1up that?
Cheers.
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Why don't you try Some good Music Players.I'll Suggest Poweramp or Neutron Music Player.
Poweramp Music Player: Good Balance between intuitive ui and good sq.
Neutron Music Player : Arguably without eq has better sound quality than
poweramp at the expense of ui (below average actually)
Hope this helps :angel:
I have my rom buid with dsp and enhanced with beats manager, also have roco dev beats aswell, tweeked it a little here and there and sounds great.
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I have my rom buid with dsp and enhanced with beats manager, also have roco dev beats aswell, tweeked it a little here and there and sounds great.
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This sounds like a jb rom, yes?
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Nope, sense 1.0 gb
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How did you get dsp to work with beats?
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Just the proper set up for my build, and works great.
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Care to share what it is you're rocking?
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Any beats audio for galaxy nexus
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No because most GN users are smart enough to know Beats is overrated gimmick and we have Voodoo audio mod: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1504584&highlight=voodoo
Link for that?
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Any beats audio for galaxy nexus
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Why are you cross-posting this in multiple threads?
Yes there a beats audio patch for Samsung devices that works on gnex and it makes it sound a lot better then stock.
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No because most GN users are smart enough to know Beats is overrated gimmick and we have Voodoo audio mod: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1504584&highlight=voodoo
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Yes, but, then Voodoo had claimed Beats Audio did a better job than itself.
So, it's OK to use Beats Audio.
However, you'll find Beats Audio pretty useless if you're using an Equalizer.
Because Beats Audio is simply a Build-in Equalizer preset to make your phone sounds louder n clearer only.
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No because most GN users are smart enough to know Beats is overrated gimmick and we have Voodoo audio mod: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1504584&highlight=voodoo
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Can you give me link to that voodoo audio? All i can find is that display experiment.
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No because most GN users are smart enough to know Beats is overrated gimmick and we have Voodoo audio mod: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1504584&highlight=voodoo
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Hi,
Voodoo sound will not exist for the Gnex...And Voodoo Louder does not exist yet...
shing0522 said:
Any beats audio for galaxy nexus
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If you have the courage to try:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1525226
Backup before testing...
viking37 said:
Hi,
Voodoo sound will not exist for the Gnex...And Voodoo Louder does not exist yet...
If you have the courage to try:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1525226
Backup before testing...
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Thanks for clarifying. I was wrong but you can still use DSP Manager. CM9 ROM comes with it pre-installed
+1 for DSP Manager, awesome app
For the beats audio mod, after I installed, it said the sound fx was not responding then closed the sound fx system app
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if you use DSP, Equalizer, AudioManager, or anything like that, stay away from Beats. Hell, even MusicFX is better than Beats. Beats does nothing other than boost the lows, which only makes certain types of music sound better but mostly just muddies the sound of everything.
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Thanks for clarifying. I was wrong but you can still use DSP Manager. CM9 ROM comes with it pre-installed
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No worries
So many people expected that they came to believe that it exist,like Voodoo Colors (whatever there is a beta)...
Also Volume+ does the job (Eq Preset->Beats emulation).
You mean this?
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You mean this?
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Looks like a themed dsp manager.
DroidTh3ory is an evil genius. I recommend this to everyone.
http://www.droidhive.com/forums/index.php?/topic/892-rom-rom-morphr-axi0m-for-all-roms/
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DroidTh3ory is an evil genius. I recommend this to everyone.
http://www.droidhive.com/forums/index.php?/topic/892-rom-rom-morphr-axi0m-for-all-roms/
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Interesting...you using it?
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I tried this but i got no service after installing....
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Interesting...you using it?
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Using it on AOKP. The beats manager thing posted above is in the Mod but it is just a re-named /themed DSP manager. There is no “beats" eq preset.
And it throws in a Google music player that uses the beats logo instead of the stock white headphones for the notification icon.
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Using it on AOKP. The beats manager thing posted above is in the Mod but it is just a re-named /themed DSP manager. There is no “beats" eq preset.
And it throws in a Google music player that uses the beats logo instead of the stock white headphones for the notification icon.
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but there are some differences between the stock and this?
This is from D3HuM4NiZ3D, i just changed the updater script and asked permission to post, its a great sound enhancement from beats audio and dsp, try it out, I bet you guys would love it!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=3693461
MegaBassBeats is here to bring you the best music experience.
Features:
-Louder output in headphones and speaker
-Bass enchantment
-Chrispier,much clearer sound
-Not really much need for use dsp manager,althrough it cant be no harm in that
Note:its tested only on AOKP JB/CM10
Caution!!if you use This mod,alone or combined with dsp manager,it can damage your ears.if you dont need,dont put the loudness on max.i do but now i have listening problems.
Disclaimer:i am not responsible for bricks,if your pet becomes sick,damaged ears.its your responsibility.
As some people reported its working,and some reported that its not,i cant guarantee its gonna work for you.you are downloading and installing it at your own will.remember to make a NANDROID backup before installing this mod.
How to install:
Download attached zip
Reboot to cwm recovery
Apply zip in cwm recovery
Wipe cache/dalvik
Reboot and viola!you may enjoy his mod!
TESTED ON:AOKP JB, CM10 only, if you test further please say weather it works or not and i can update this, thanks!
CHANGELOG:[*]Added dsp manager,should fix the problems with various roms,altough not tested!
And always remember!Dubstep is awesome!
ADDED SONY BRAVIA ENGINE 10/17/2012
Cheers,if you like this mod,please press thanks button.
Thanks to all our android devs. the list is way to long, so I thank everyone
Updated post with experimental gb version
First! For iSaint! Will have to check this out. Thanks man.
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Nashdogg said:
First! For iSaint! Will have to check this out. Thanks man.
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No problem, this is by far better than any enhancement Ive heard, and dont use any cheap speakers if you enable bass boost in dsp manager, lol
This is not development, more like an add-on.
Not sure if it would be best in apps or themes.
Moved to apps
FNM
This is great because this was always one of the advantages iPhone had over and it was sound volume and quality. With these mods its just another reason to stay away from iOS
Sent from your phone.....turn around.....
kennyglass123 said:
This is not development, more like an add-on.
Not sure if it would be best in apps or themes.
Moved to apps
FNM
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I wasnt really sure either
I just flashed this and WWWWWOOOOOOWWWWW....great job....very nice........took it to the next level....
Undefeated CyanogenMod10-B10/14
jctello1 said:
I just flashed this and WWWWWOOOOOOWWWWW....great job....very nice........took it to the next level....
Undefeated CyanogenMod10-B10/14
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It does sound amazing, im pretty sure it will work with all ics based roms, maybe even gb, but I couldn't test
Andy_nu said:
It does sound amazing, im pretty sure it will work with all ics based roms, maybe even gb, but I couldn't test
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As soon as I get my new epic (not to sure when that will be though) I plan on testing this on all android versions from gb on... gosh I miss my epic
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kennyglass123 said:
This is not development, more like an add-on.
Not sure if it would be best in apps or themes.
Moved to apps
FNM
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speaking of which they should make a "mods" thread
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just for fun , I tried this on TPR = No Go ( it was worth a shot )
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just for fun , I tried this on TPR = No Go ( it was worth a shot )
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Nice, now I don't have to test it... thanx Tex! :thumbup:
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Nice, now I don't have to test it... thanx Tex! :thumbup:
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LOL ... that's what "ThePeople" are for ...help each other out ... LOL
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LOL ... that's what "ThePeople" are for ...help each other out ... LOL
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If you could, install it and send me a logcat of the boot? [email protected]
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just for fun , I tried this on TPR = No Go ( it was worth a shot )
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Updated the OP with an experimental version for GB MTD roms, try it out?
Its a tough call for my ears to notice any difference..
Prior to flashing this, I was using my Hi-Fi Sennheiser CX880s, Voodoo Sound + PowerAmp Pro with Rock set as the equalizer... sounds about the same, if anything less powerful, but idk.
Note: All my music is Flac @ 1032kbps. So.. no change I can tell with these audiophile ears..
Edit: Maybe this isn't even taking effect for me or something?
I should probably remove some factors and re-listen to my music with Stock CM10, no Voodoo Sound, or PowerAmp Pro listen carefully, then flash this, listen to it again, and decide if its enough to replace PowerAmp Pro + Voodoo Sound.
Double Edit:
Test 1: With Voodoo Sound, this mod, & Poweramp Pro, it sounds just about as good as it did without the mod.
Without PowerAmp Pro, and using Apollo Player + DSP Rock Equalizer + Voodoo Sound.. although my Sennheisers still sound amazing, it sounds like ****.
Will evaluate the next test as I said I would without the other tweaks and see if it is still worth it.
Test 2: I tried without any mods. Of course, it sucked. Although trying poweramp pro, it sounded better. I then flashed this, tried with Apollo, I *think* I heard its effect, seemed to give a slightly muddier bass, I then went on and messed with DSP equalizer, put it to rock, then to bass, then I added bass boost into the mix, I the went from slight to extreme.. slightly more noticeable bass? Went to dynamic compression, set the effect to louder/extreme, sounded like muddy bass/trying too hard. I then got out of that tried poweramp pro and it still sounded better, even the bass equalizer preset sounded better than DSP's, I then proceeded to flat on equalizer preset and adjusted the bass knob on poweramp pro, still sounded like a champ.
The verdict: I'll stick to Voodoo Sound + PowerAmp pro with my CX880s and Flac Music @ 1032 kbps.
THANK YOU though OP for posting this, I just couldn't get better sound with my carefully selected setup. I do encourage users who listen to mp3s and cheaper earphones to give this a shot though. Who knows? Maybe your sound quality will try to compensate and mimic my hi-fi setup.
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Its a tough call for my ears to notice any difference..
Prior to flashing this, I was using my Hi-Fi Sennheiser CX880s, Voodoo Sound + PowerAmp Pro with Rock set as the equalizer... sounds about the same, if anything less powerful, but idk.
Note: All my music is Flac @ 1032kbps. So.. no change I can tell with these audiophile ears..
Edit: Maybe this isn't even taking effect for me or something?
I should probably remove some factors and re-listen to my music with Stock CM10, no Voodoo Sound, or PowerAmp Pro listen carefully, then flash this, listen to it again, and decide if its enough to replace PowerAmp Pro + Voodoo Sound.
Double Edit:
Test 1: With Voodoo Sound, this mod, & Poweramp Pro, it sounds just about as good as it did without the mod.
Without PowerAmp Pro, and using Apollo Player + DSP Rock Equalizer + Voodoo Sound.. although my Sennheisers still sound amazing, it sounds like ****.
Will evaluate the next test as I said I would without the other tweaks and see if it is still worth it.
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you have to enable something in dsp manager if you are using voodoo. it will be a noticeable difference,
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you have to enable something in dsp manager if you are using voodoo. it will be a noticeable difference,
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I was editing my post live. If you re-read it, you'll see my verdict. Not impressed.
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I was editing my post live. If you re-read it, you'll see my verdict. Not impressed.
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sorry you didnt like it, im using akg k 550's and it sounds awesome,
Hello,
I've installed the sound enhancement I've done with the S2, i.e. acid audio engine, noozoxide rewire, with slim bean rom, the walkman music app sounded awesome.
Although my note 2 is running stock , I've tried diferent combination of the acid audio engine, and noozoxide, the stock music player, sounded bright with sol republic headphone. I tried the maven music player it improved a bit. But not in par with the S2.
I read that the note 2 should have sounded better, because it has the wolfson DAC, maybe good sound quality is subjective.
What are you guys doing to in terms of sound enhancements?
Former Samsung Captivate user here. Impatiently waiting for supercurio to release his new voodoo (or Kaudio) app, money in hand. I have not found anyone else who knows how to extract such good performance from the Wolfson DAC.
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I'm using Noozxoide...
sent from t-mobile note 2 (not rooted yet)
I'm using ac!dMod. It's a collection of EQs with a twist.
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I can't find one I like. Beats sounds like crap with some files...seems like nothing sounds good around the board. Maybe I just need to stop using pandora.
although my note 2 is rooted, it has the stock rom, maybe it's time to flash a custom rom. Maybe will get the sound quality as good as the S2.
I am not really satisfied with the sound quality of the note 2 at present.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1931970 . Vollumn increase
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1819353 . Awesome beat
Both work fine with our note .
Just plain poweramp sounds 100000 times better than anythign else ive tried
I'm still stock 4 now.. using noozxoide from the market. On my rooted S2, Senation, I flashed awesome beats with noozxoide from market n sounds great.
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OK I'm just trying to find our why a specific audio mod works perfectly on one ROM and not the other.. For example...
I'm using KingBeatz audio mods
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31355027
Here the scenario I can flash these mod. One has audioFX which will improve PowerAmp,Pandora etc.
One mod is basically a hard core Modified DSP manager Known as Beatz.
If am on liquidsmooth I can remove the current DSP built in and flash both mods but I will lose the audioFX sound enhancement on Liquidsmooth basically just leaving The modified DSP.
But if I flash both mods on Tasks AOKP it will keep both audio enhancements so it makes it a universal System wide AudioMod.
Does any one have any input on why the mods will work on one ROM vs another???
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Use this mod
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=39156703
Works on every ROM.
I went from Beats, to Ac!d then ClearAudio+ but this tops them all.
Works with all apps players. And made for External,Headset and Bluetooth devices. Check it out.
Galaxy S3 / AoCP / V4A / Turbocharged
Wow. This Viper stuff is nice.
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sailzfast said:
Wow. This Viper stuff is nice.
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Its amazing.
I used to think ClearAudio+ was amazing. But this blew it away
Galaxy S3 / AoCP / V4A / Turbocharged
Absolutely amazing. I feel so sorry for those iPhone junkies, Lol.
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Hey jayrock does this improve the audio thru PowerAmp and Pandora as well
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Hey jayrock does this improve the audio thru PowerAmp and Pandora as well
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Thru power amp you'll need to go to settings audio, advanced tweaks and disable direct volume control. Then use the Viper app to get the desired sound.
It should work on Pandora as well since its not just an equalizer that stick with a music player but an overall app that works with anything that comes out of headphones, loudspeaker or Bluetooth
Galaxy S3 / AoCP / V4A / Turbocharged
Which one do you prefer? Thank you
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Viper all day long
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I use stock sounds from CyanogenMod. The built in DSP manager let's me achieve almost any sound possible. IMO I don't need any proprietary hacky sound mods.
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Viper. .
Its WAY more than CM10 DSP
Its blows away a Beats EQ.
The only other I would recommend is
ClearAudio+ but even that doesn't even come close to Viper
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Viper has tons more features
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I use stock sounds from CyanogenMod. The built in DSP manager let's me achieve almost any sound possible. IMO I don't need any proprietary hacky sound mods.
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I completely agree with klin1344 for this device. If you're on a rom that uses DSP Manager, give it a chance. It's superb.
My HTC One was an entirely different story, but this isn't the One Forum.
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Viper, i tried dsp manager but prefer viper.
Viper ALL the way. Just convolver alone is worth switching over for.
Viper actually affects other apps (pandora being the biggest for me) dsp manager and ac!d do not. I prefer the Viper install over that of Ac!d too.
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