Disclaimer:
DO NOT USE additional volume boosting tweaks/applications with this MOD.
Doing so will potentially make the signal too hot and could potentially lead to hearing damage/loss/equipment failure.
(Make sure you disable viper4android Max loudness signal boost if you have it installed!!).[/COLOR][/B]
This is a Headphone/Speaker Volume Level Modification.
DAC audio quality from the LG G2 is excellent, this improves the output further.
BENEFITS:
- Moves volume sweet spot to 50% vs. stock 80-90%.
- Removes need for volume boosting apps
- Does not alter DAC raw audio signal quality
- Provides optimized signal drive for higher ohm headphones
- Improved audio texture and fullness
- Improved low end at optimal listening levels
WORKS WITH:
All LG G2 Stock ROMS
This Mod Affects:
- External Speaker Volume (boosted to optimal levels)
- Headphones Volume for all audio Bit-rates (boosted to optimal levels)
TESTING:
Media Players:
- LG G2 Stock Audio Player (Lower digital noise on track pause compared to Neutron)
- Neutron Media Player (Warmer sound Signature)
Headphones:
- Stock G2 headphones (with built-in Volume control)
- Sennheiser ie-80 (16 ohms)
- Audio Technica (38 ohms)
- Beyerdynamic DT-770 (80 ohms)
Audio Sources:
- Multiple Music Styles (808 hiphop, trance, reggae, jazz, etc) in multiple bit-rates from 320kbps mp3 to 24-bit/192KHz Flac.
Parallel Testing with:
- Stock IPhone 4s
REQUIREMENTS:
- Phone must be Rooted: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2448887
- Root Browser (or similar File Explorer with system access)
- Modded "snd_soc_msm_Taiko" file (see instructions for link)
INSTRUCTIONS:
On phone:
1. Use Root Browser (or similar File Explorer), navigate to: /system/etc/snd_soc_msm
2, Copy "snd_soc_msm_Taiko" file to your storage folder as a backup (of your stock audio settings).
3. Download "snd_soc_msm_Taiko.txt" file:
Canadian D803 (remove the .txt): http://www44.zippyshare.com/v/67179492/file.html
AT&T D800 (remove the .att): http://www27.zippyshare.com/v/15157641/file.html
TMobile D801 (remove the .tmobil): http://www73.zippyshare.com/v/29686332/file.html
Verizon VS980 (remove the .verizon): http://www28.zippyshare.com/v/2883677/file.html
Sprint LS980 (remove the .spr): http://www70.zippyshare.com/v/61257387/file.html
Worldwide D802 (remove the .intl): http://www26.zippyshare.com/v/64106222/file.html
Korean F320L (remove the .kr): http://www21.zippyshare.com/v/81280391/file.html
AOSP Slimbean 4.3 (remove the .aosp) http://www65.zippyshare.com/v/20666112/file.html
4. Rename to snd_soc_msm_Taiko
5. Paste renamed file into: /system/etc/snd_soc_msm (Choose yes to overwrite the existing file).
6. OPTIONAL: Use Root Explorer to change permissions to rw~r~~r~~ on "snd_soc_msm_Taiko" file
***(No adverse effects leaving permissions on file as rw~rw~r~~)
7. Restart phone, test external speaker and headphones starting at low volume. Enjoy!
POTENTIAL ISSUES:
Some Verizon/ATT users reported mod microphone muting when using speaker phone.
If you experience this please confirm you downloaded the correct file for your model variant.
See more on LG G2 model variants here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LG_G2
If you are having other issues with this MOD reply to the thread/pm me using the following template:
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User:
Issue:
Phone Carrier/Model#
Current ROM installed:
Restarted phone and tested again?
Changes/edits made to the file?
Gone back to stock audio settings?
If working at stock settings is it possible to upload a copy of your stock working audio file?
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Thanks go out to:
drumaster12 for AT&T D800 submission/testing.
tareqjj for Tmobil D801 file submission/testing.
bazon for Worldwide D802 submission/testing.
insang-droid for Verizon file submission and testing.
bri315317 for covering similar content matter here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2442883
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TIP #1:
If your G2 stock earbuds fit your ear canals really well, see if they fit on your other earphones!
I tried these G2 ear buds on my ie-80 in-ears and i can honestly say they give the best seal i have had in 7 months since getting these earphones!
The G2 buds have an abnormally large hole diameter which allows alot more high/mid range through than my previous sets. Stoked!
TIP #2:
Clean your in-ear headphones regularly, scotch tape works great!
Pull off the earbuds and carefully dab (do not rub) each the earphone housing speaker grills repeatedly with sticky part of the scotch tape to remove any wax/dirt buildup.
Repeat this once every 1 - 2 weeks to ensure longer life/good sound of your earphones.
If possible store your in-ears in a clean container/sealed carry pouch so they do not collect dust/lint/dirt from your pockets.
Thanks for the mod. Tested a FLAC song with stock music player on speakers. Max volume and no distortion.
sacredsoul said:
Thanks for the mod. Tested a FLAC song with stock music player on speakers. Max volume and no distortion.
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Great to hear!
On a note of personal note, i had viper4android installed on my LG G2 but with these modifications,
i ended up uninstalling it as i was primarily using it for volume boost purposes as opposed to signal shaping/eq-ing.
I also found that viper4android would work randomly with some files but not others.
IMO Volume boosting should work consistently at all times, across the board.
From the purist/consistency train of thought this volume mod will give you consistent volume boosting and more power to your headphones (fuller sound) without altering/degrading the already superb audio signal, or adding digital noise.
That being said, viper4android is a great app for shaping the sound signature, which is what it is primarily designed for.
For me, "the closer to the original source, the better"
Much improved sound. Thanks.
Sent from my LG-D802 using Tapatalk
doesn't improve loudness from wha I cam tell but it improves the quality ALOT. thanks!!
600+ views and 6 thanks in less than 24 hours.. A little show of earned thanks goes a long way, its free!
sil0 said:
600+ views and 6 thanks in less than 24 hours.. A little show of earned thanks goes a long way, its free!
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Soliciting for "thanks" is kind of lame especially considering I saw this mod first in the link you provided in the OP
Sent from my LG-D801 using xda app-developers app
sil0 said:
Disclaimer:
DO NOT USE additional volume boosting tweaks/applications with this MOD.
Doing so will potentially make the signal too hot and could potentially lead to hearing damage/loss/equipment failure.
(Make sure you disable viper4android Max loudness signal boost if you have it installed!!).
This is an external Speaker and Headphone Volume level modification.
It is what I feel "should have been" the stock "happy medium" audio levels for the LG G2.
The DAC audio quality coming from the LG G2 is excellent.
This modification brings the listening sweet spot down to 50% volume level instead of the 80-90% volume range at stock.
Stock levels did not push test headphones as well.
Benefits:
- Removes the need for 3rd party audio VOLUME BOOST apps
- Does not alter DAC raw audio signal quality
- Provides optimized signal drive for higher ohm headphones
- Improved audio fullness
- Improved low end at optimal listening levels
This MOD works with:
All LG G2 Carriers
This Mod Affects:
- External Speaker Volume (boosted to optimal levels)
- Headphones Volume for all audio Bit-rates (boosted to optimal levels)
Requirements:
- Phone must be Rooted: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2448887
- Root Browser (or similar File Explorer with system access)
- Modded "snd_soc_msm_Taiko" file (see instructions for link)
Test Media Players:
- LG G2 Stock Audio Player (much lower digital noise on track pause compared to Neutron)
- Neutron Media Player
Test headphones:
- Sennheiser ie-80 (16 ohms)
- Audio Technica (38 ohms)
- Beyerdynamic DT-770 (80 ohms)
Test Audio Sources:
- Multiple Music Styles (808 hiphop, trance, reggae, jazz, etc) in multiple bit-rates from 320kbps mp3 to 24-bit/192KHz Flac.
Parallel Testing with:
- Stock IPhone 4s
Instructions:
On your phone:
1. Use Root Browser (or similar File Explorer) to navigate to: /system/etc/snd_soc_msm
2. Locate the file called: "snd_soc_msm_Taiko"
3. Copy this file to your storage as a backup in case you decide to revert back to stock.
4. Download the "snd_soc_msm_Taiko" file to your phone: http://www44.zippyshare.com/v/67179492/file.html
5. Once complete, paste the downloaded "snd_soc_msm_Taiko" file into: /system/etc/snd_soc_msm
Choose yes to overwrite the existing file.
6. Restart your phone, and test external speaker and headphones with starting with volume at 0%
7. If this improved your G2 audio, say thanks, and enjoy your music!
I would also like to thank bri315317 for creating the following thread which covers similar content matter:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2442883
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The old file is rw~r~~r~~ the permissions on the file you have here is set to rw~rw~r~~. What should the permissions be set to??
Thank you
hd-renegade said:
The old file is rw~r~~r~~ the permissions on the file you have here is set to rw~rw~r~~. What should the permissions be set to??
Thank you
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Use root explore and change permission by checking the boxes accordingly
Sent from my LG-D801 using Tapatalk
shook187 said:
Use root explore and change permission by checking the boxes accordingly
Sent from my LG-D801 using Tapatalk
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That is what I did, just wanted to make sure it was right. Someone might want to add that to the first post.
hd-renegade said:
The old file is rw~r~~r~~ the permissions on the file you have here is set to rw~rw~r~~. What should the permissions be set to??
Thank you
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Permissions should not make a difference in this case, however you can set them to rw~r~~r~~ for the file as shook mentioned using root explorer.
Mine are currently set to rw~rw~r~~ and there is no difference in performance.
I have updated OP with step 6 as optional. Cheers!
Just helping jesus3109 voice be heard.
" This is for the mod in android development.. I cant post anything there cause im a new memeber so i need ten posts...
Bassically if you do this mod it will make speaker mode not work... You can hear the other person but they wont hear you.. It disables the mic... Same thing if u use earphones with a mic... U could hear them but they wont hear you....
If someone can get this message out in the lg g2 develpment thread ill appreciate it... "
shook187 said:
Soliciting for "thanks" is kind of lame especially considering I saw this mod first in the link you provided in the OP
Sent from my LG-D801 using xda app-developers app
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Really.
Well not giving thanks where its due, is even more lame, not to mention it is Thanksgiving today after all..
1. For what its worth i stumbled on this file in my G2 looking through sys etc files as a result of modding my note 2 last year in similar fashion, when i was looking for volume boosting without 3rd party apps at the time.
2. I have spent time testing to ensure i get the levels right on a fair range of equipment, and i feel others should be entitled the chance to benefit from this as well.
3. That thread that i ended up finding (and linking out of courtesy regardless) is pretty convoluted and a bit of a mess, labelled ATT (i am on Bell and this is a universal fix, not just ATT), and realistically only addresses speaker volume.
4. I have provided a working tested version of the file that G2 owners can use if they choose; not everyone is comfortable/has time/patience to edit/test settings in order to enjoy the untapped potential their phones have to offer.
5. I was in actuality not soliciting (seeing as we are NOT selling anything here), but making a factual observation through my thanks post, and the same applies to all positive dev/mod work.
You're welcome.
thanks, audio seems improved and much higher.
maybe a bit too high.. I can't set volume up to middle.
alex72 said:
Just helping jesus3109 voice be heard.
" This is for the mod in android development.. I cant post anything there cause im a new memeber so i need ten posts...
Bassically if you do this mod it will make speaker mode not work... You can hear the other person but they wont hear you.. It disables the mic... Same thing if u use earphones with a mic... U could hear them but they wont hear you....
If someone can get this message out in the lg g2 develpment thread ill appreciate it... "
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The version i posted on this thread works fine with no issues.
I have tested the scenarios detailed in your post using 2 different cell phone lines, calling my g2 from another cell, and vice versa.
Both with speaker mode enabled/disabled, and with/without headphones.
Mic works fine in both cases for me, no issues here on my Bell version G2.
I do not currently have a pair of headphones with microphone built in to test that format though, if anyone else can test that would be great.
Please clarify carrier, whether phone is stock or not,whether has he done any file edits after the fact, etc.
nic85 said:
thanks, audio seems improved and much higher.
maybe a bit too high.. I can't set volume up to middle.
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Please confirm headphone model you are using if possible.
sil0 said:
Permissions should not make a difference in this case, however you can set them to rw~r~~r~~ for the file as shook mentioned using root explorer.
Mine are currently set to rw~rw~r~~ and there is no difference in performance.
I have updated with step 6 as optional. Cheers!
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Just trying to help if I can. I am no expert.
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Just trying to help if I can. I am no expert.
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Every little bit helps!
Hi. Somebody can tell me -
in which line (number and text) setting the speaker volume? I mean speaker for ringtone (not for talking)
Tnx
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LG G2 D802 (International vers.) rooted
Related
Arkamys is an audio enhancement from a well known car audio manufacturer
Increase the maximum volume without distortion
Superior audio rendering with no hardware changes (suitable QC only!)
Clearer, crisper sound for music and speech
Higher volume and deeper basses
*How to install?
Just download the zip and flash it through recovery
*How to uninstall?
I suggest you to do a nandbackup in recovery at this time
(maybe later i'll make an uninstaller script)
*How to change effects presets?
At this point there is no way to change the presets
*What version of sense/android/whatever do i need?
This will work for other HTC's, and probably other smartphones with Qualcomm.
Tested on MM ICE10 port for m9 made by Golv and Ice team (should work on lolli as well)
FOR ALL OF THOSE "SOUNDMODDERS" - YOU ARE STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED TO USE THIS PORT IN YOUR "MODS"!
feedback anyone?
Great quality - both on headphones and built-in speakers. I will check later today how it performs in my car
will install it on my OP3 and see how it goes
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okay i installed it on the OP3
tested with my HTC in-ear buds:
1- I can confirm that the bass is deeper!
2- Overall better sound output with better mids and highs with a little bit soundstage widening
3- No volume boost as far as i am concerned
tested with Anker Sports Soundbuds:
1- I sense more like volume leveler effect here, which makes the sound louder in a "dynamic" way, albeit it is slightly felt
2- Overall better sound output (not that sure about that one) placebo
more in depth reviewing tomorrow when connecting the phone to my sub-woofer set (11 watts 2.1 ch Genius one)
This is just a quick "review"
Plus, I use my Sub-Woofer set way more than the in-ear buds or the bluetooth buds even
I tried this mod hooked up direct to my Chevy truck..it was too me like turning off h/k and nothing else..but like I set it's a Chevy..soo
Æaay..\../
@UltraM8 Okay so I hooked up the OP3 to my sub-woofer, here is what I got:
1- deeper bass and way much less distortion at max volume; the bass is not that thin anymore or overpowered or anything like that
2- lower overall volume ?
3- slight clarity increase
Tested on the OnePlus 3 with no external DSP/EQ + Genius 2.1 ch Speaker System with 3.5" 8 ohms Sub-woofer (6 watts output) and two 2" 4 ohms tweeters (2.5 watts output) with overall output of 11 watts.
Suggestions:
1- An EQ is so welcome to tune it for my liking
2- increase the 60/66/78/120 Hz a little bit for more "booming"
3- Make a general one without the htc_audio_effects.conf file and instead edit the generic audio_effects.conf one, definitely appreciated
Can test it on the M9 in a while, running ICE Golv's 10 port.
Wish all the best! :highfive:
Mostafa Wael said:
@UltraM8 Okay so I hooked up the OP3 to my sub-woofer, here is what I got:
1- deeper bass and way much less distortion at max volume; the bass is not that thin anymore or overpowered or anything like that
2- lower overall volume ?
3- slight clarity increase
Tested on the OnePlus 3 with no external DSP/EQ + Genius 2.1 ch Speaker System with 3.5" 8 ohms Sub-woofer (6 watts output) and two 2" 4 ohms tweeters (2.5 watts output) with overall output of 11 watts.
Suggestions:
1- An EQ is so welcome to tune it for my liking
2- increase the 60/66/78/120 Hz a little bit for more "booming"
3- Make a general one without the htc_audio_effects.conf file and instead edit the generic audio_effects.conf one, definitely appreciated
Can test it on the M9 in a while, running ICE Golv's 10 port.
Wish all the best! :highfive:
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There is not much you can do with presets - those for QC are closed-coded, ones for MTK - there are hundreds of lines, so it will be pretty hard to change anything) About the conf files: so you deleted it in htc ones, right? Cause when i did my testings something was wrong with htc's stock music player (like the effect was unable to connect, or maybe my ears were so tired of testing i didn't hear the difference))
I will ask a guy who made a port of yours OP3 EQ, if he can share his work, or you can help us - just rip everything related to eq in the system))
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There is not much you can do with presets - those for QC are closed-coded, ones for MTK - there are hundreds of lines, so it will be pretty hard to change anything) About the conf files: so you deleted it in htc ones, right? Cause when i did my testings something was wrong with htc's stock music player (like the effect was unable to connect, or maybe my ears were so tired of testing i didn't hear the difference))
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I copied the arkamys lines from the htc_audio_effects.conf to /system/etc/audio_effects.conf then deleted the htc file since it is a OnePlus 3 here.
Anyway, I dug in the zip and found some files like 0_TUNING, 1_TUNING and so on.. with some saying Bypass
And the xml file setting different profiles for different devices (speakers are off ??)
Are those various profiles ?
Mostafa Wael said:
I copied the arkamys lines from the htc_audio_effects.conf to /system/etc/audio_effects.conf then deleted the htc file since it is a OnePlus 3 here.
Anyway, I dug in the zip and found some files like 0_TUNING, 1_TUNING and so on.. with some saying Bypass
And the xml file setting different profiles for different devices (speakers are off ??)
Are those various profiles ?
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There are no difference for speakers (as ive heared). Xml files from QC are unchangeble. I'm trying to use MTK files - those you can try to change, but you wouldn't))) Just pm me, and i will rip several files for you tomorrow
@UltraM8 kindly check your PM
sorry for the late reply, i was extremely busy, in an extra-ordinary way to make me almost disappear from XDA haha :angel:
Works fine on Xperia Z5 stock ROM , Noticed :
-More crystal clear output
-3D surround .
- less Loud speakers maybe
Nice work thanks .. keep it up
korom42 said:
Works fine on Xperia Z5 stock ROM , Noticed :
-More crystal clear output
-3D surround .
- less Loud speakers maybe
Nice work thanks .. keep it up
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Well it is not a 3D surround effect, but yea the soundstage is wider noticeably
Works flawlessly
Found a way to change presets get back to me in pm
works on cyano 13?
The change was noticable... I think I'll keep it?
Hey guys...
ScreaMySkrillEX here..
This is an audio mod made specifically for the ZUK Z2(all variants) on the request of @devabhi..
I currently have made this mod for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3(kenzo) and this is gonna be my 2nd device..
Coming back to the mod, this is purely based on hardware tweaks and modding rather than software mods like Dolby atmos, viper4android, etc. which make changes at software-level.
This mod globally enhances the music experience.
What does it do(currently)?
This mod actually enables the earpiece speaker also along with the bottom-firing speakers. So you have a dual speaker config like the HTC10 has where the purpose of the speakers are same. The loudspeaker is untouched but the earpiece behaves like a mid-range booster and adds some more detail for the speaker audio output. I have also some minor tweaks to the headphone audio also. This mod enables CLS_H_HIFI mode during headphone audio playback which should make your listening experience better than stock.
Install Instructions:
1) Download the latest release of shox Audio Mod.
2) Reboot to recovery.
3) Flash the zip.
4) Reboot.
5) Magic.
This mod supports all other software mods like Dolby atmos, viper4android, etc without breaking their functionality and supports all ROMs.
Read the second post for download link, more info and tips.
Thanks to:
@chdloc - Has thought me many things. I learnt most of the tweaking from his advice's and suggestions.
@UltraM8 - For his Ainur SAURON audio mod.
@zhuhang - For his Viper4Android and IRS samples.
@ZeroInfinity - For his contribution to the android community. Has done many great works in audio modding section. His works were the inspiration for me.
@devabhi - For PMing me to add support this device too. This mod is here because of him.
@ahh988 - For being a prominent tester for this mod. Most of the testing has been done by him. This mod is alive thanks to him.
Link to the google drive folder which contains flashable zip of all releases:
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B5ratNhH-7mGa1I4VW5wMXlmYjg
Recommended tips:
1)This mod works(should work) on all ROMs and kernels. If there is any compatibility issues or other requests, please post a reply. I will definitely respond to it.
2)Flash Ainur Sauron audio mod made by @UltraM8 along with this mod for a much better experience.This is currently the best audio mod which is the cleanest..Please thank him for his great work...
Link here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/soundmod-ainur-audio-t3450516
3)Users who need more tweaking to the audio can use Viper4Android.
Link here:http://vipersaudio.com/blog/?page_id=25
4)I have included some of the best IRS samples for viper4android(according to me). So try it out if you are using viper4android for complete control over your music. Extract the zip and place the contents in viper4android/kernel directory of your internal storage.(the zip provided is not recovery flashable).
5)People who use MX player for videos can enable SW audio boost which will further increase the sound levels through speakers without any distortions..
It is recommended not to listen through speakers at full volume for longer periods.. Keep the volume low by 1 or 2 steps from the max.
6)People who think that the present max volume through headphones isn't enough can install viper4android and increase output gain to 6dB in master gate..
My personal Viper4Android settings:
Master power - on
Playback gain control - off
FET compressor - off
Viper DDC - on, set to sennheiser hd558
Spectrum extension - on, set to 1.0
Firequalizer - off
Convolver - off
Differential surround, field surround, headphone surround+, reverberation - all set to off
Dynamic system - off
Viper bass - off
Viper clarity - off
Tube sound simulator - off
AnalogX - on, set to extreme
My earphones :
1) Sennheiser cx180 street-II - daily outdoor use.
2) Skullcandy Ink'D - used rarely.
3) Sony MDR-ED12LP - used when I'm at home.
Changelogs:
V1 - *initial release.
*increased amp gain for more headphone volume and decreased DAC gains to remove distortions.
*added dual speaker config like htc10.
V1.1 - *added support to flyme OS(thanks to @sonictrain for reporting)
V1.2 - *enabled compander for headphone audio to increase the amp gain to the max.
*readjusted earpiece and loudspeaker audio for both htc10 and stereo version.
*added a new version called stereo version
*htc10 version is the default dual speaker config which I had made in the initial release of the mod.
*stereo version enables stereo playback through speaker audio. Earpiece behaves as left speaker and loudspeaker behaves as the right speaker. Its a true stereo effect. You can check it out with stereo test music or app.
V1.3 - *added support for stock ZUI ROM (thanks to @ahh988)
*added a new version called stock version which only makes changes to audio through headphone jack without touching anything else. So now you have three versions:
1)stock version
2)htc10 version
3)stereo version
*made some changes to volumes of all streams from 87(ZUK stock) to 84(hardware stock value). I don't know why did ZUK people kept it at 87. This will remove distortions in headphone e audio.
*added an impedance selection for people who use headphones with high or low impedance. The installer configures the amp settings appropriately to give you the best audio experience possible.
*Increased amp volume from stock value 12 to 16 for low impedance and 20 for high impedance to boost headphone jack output volume without causing any distortions.
*added ota survival script for the mod.
*finally, integrated the mod into an aroma installer.(thanks to @MOVZX)
*Retuned stereo version to balance the audio and give a perfect sound (thanks to @ahh988)
*added 24-bit audio rendering through headphone jack output to increase sound quality.
Need more testers people.
I currently don't own the device so you guys should help me in making this mod more featured.
And you all are most welcome for your suggestions..
Please test the mod and tell me what's missing and what's wrong with your device audio outputs.
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Waiting for someone brave to come along.... Looks promising though!
danbrown162 said:
Waiting for someone brave to come along.... Looks promising though!
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Hello there!
Tried the mod?
Can you be a tester for this please?
ScreaMySkrillEX said:
Need more testers people.
I currently don't own the device so you guys should help me in making this mod more featured.
And you all are most welcome for your suggestions..
Please test the mod and tell me what's missing and what's wrong with your device audio outputs.
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Hi there!
Flashed "shox_Audio_Mod_Dual_ZUKZ2_V1.zip", rebooted, but I'm missing the last step I can't see the magic!
Am I forgetting some step?
I'm on Zuk z2 Plus with twrp 3.1 by Fedor and FlymeEU 1.5 by JJ17 with Darkmoon kernel.
sonictrain said:
Hi there!
Flashed "shox_Audio_Mod_Dual_ZUKZ2_V1.zip", rebooted, but I'm missing the last step I can't see the magic!
Am I forgetting some step?
I'm on Zuk z2 Plus with twrp 3.1 by Fedor and FlymeEU 1.5 by JJ17 with Darkmoon kernel.
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Does the earpiece play sound??
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Does the earpiece play sound??
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Nope, I'm not getting sound from the earpiece.
sonictrain said:
Nope, I'm not getting sound from the earpiece.
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I need your help then.
Goto /system/etc and copy files starting with mixer to your storage and send me those files.
ScreaMySkrillEX said:
I need your help then.
Goto /system/etc and copy files starting with mixer to your storage and send me those files.
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May I attach a Mega link?
sonictrain said:
May I attach a Mega link?
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No problem. Put it..
ScreaMySkrillEX said:
No problem. Put it..
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Here it is: https://yadi.sk/d/saOExZ4X3Khd24
sonictrain said:
Here it is: https://yadi.sk/d/saOExZ4X3Khd24
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V1.1 uploaded to drive folder.
Flash it and see once...
@sonictrain
Flyme OS which you use has mixer_paths_tasha_z2_plus.xml also along with the original one. Seems like the ROM uses the z2 plus xml.
So my mod wasn't working..
Please check v1.1.
I have uploaded it to google drive folder.
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@sonictrain
Flyme OS which you use has mixer_paths_tasha_z2_plus.xml also along with the original one. Seems like the ROM uses the z2 plus xmp.
So my mod wasn't working..
Please check v1.1.
I have uploaded it to google drive folder.
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Thanks mate! It works now
Guys New update is here..
Its v1.1 now..
Changes:
*added support to flyme OS(thanks to @sonictrain for reporting)
nice work,keep going
Thanks for the mod! But what's new on version 1.2_stereo and 1.2_htc10?
What's is the difference between them?
And I think the earpiece volume could be a little higher.
I'm on AEX 4.3 with ARISE Sound Mod (Dolby Plus + ICE)
jhobc said:
Thanks for the mod! But what's new on version 1.2_stereo and 1.2_htc10?
What's is the difference between them?
And I think the earpiece volume could be a little higher.
I'm on AEX 4.3 with ARISE Sound Mod (Dolby Plus + ICE)
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Sorry there, forgot to update the changelog.
Check the second thread, now its updated.
Hey guys...
ScreaMySkrillEX here.
This is an audio mod made for the redmi note 3(kenzo/Kate) which also works on mi max(hydrogen/helium) as both the devices share the same audio codec and streams.
What does my mod do?
It enables dual speaker config on your device and has two variants(htc10/stereo). And there's also a stock version which only tweaks the headphone audio output.
Htc10 version uses both earpiece and loudspeaker for audio output. The output is mono and hence earpiece acts like a mid-range booster and adds more detail to the speaker audio.
Stereo version also uses both speakers for audio output but earpiece behaves as left speaker and loudspeaker behaves as the right speaker.
Instructions.
1) Download the latest zip from the drive folder link below:
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B5ratNhH-7mGU3AtTVFmekE4VG8
2)Reboot to recovery.
3)Flash shox Audio Mod zip.(while flashing the file shows that its made for kenzo/Kate. Don't worry, it will work for your device also xD)
4)Reboot.
5)Feel the shox effect!
Enjoy the music...
If you have any requests or problems, feel free to ask.
I will definitely help you.
And you guys are most welcome for your suggestions.
Read the 2nd post for more info and recommended tips.
Thanks to:
@chdloc - For his biquads app and support. He has thought me many things. A brilliant dev.
@UltraM8 - For his Ainur Sauron audio mod.
@zhuhang - For his viper4android app and IRS samples.
@Albertkuba - For actually informing that this mod works for mi max too. This thread is because of him
@ZeroInfinity - He is the inspiration for me. His works are really brilliant.
Recommended tips:
1)Flash Ainur Sauron audio mod made by @UltraM8 along with this mod for a much better experience.This is currently the best audio mod which is the cleanest..Please thank him for his great work...
Link here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/soundmod-ainur-audio-t3450516
2)Users who need more tweaking to the audio can use Viper4Android.
3)I have included some of the best IRS samples for viper4android(according to me). So try it out if you are using viper4android for complete control over your music. Extract the zip and place the contents in viper4android/kernel directory of your internal storage.(the zip provided is not recovery flashable).
4)People who use MX player for videos can enable SW audio boost which will further increase the sound levels through speakers without any distortions..
It is recommended not to listen through speakers at full volume for longer periods.. Keep the volume low by 1 or 2 steps from the max.
5)People who think that the present max volume through headphones isn't enough can install viper4android and increase output gain to 6dB in master gate..
My personal Viper4Android settings:
Master power - on
Playback gain control - off
FET compressor - off
Viper DDC - on, set to sennheiser hd558
Spectrum extension - on, set to 1.0
Firequalizer - off
Convolver - off
Differential surround, field surround, headphone surround+, reverberation - all set to off
Dynamic system - off
Viper bass - off
Viper clarity - off
Tube sound simulator - off
AnalogX - on, set to extreme
My earphones :
1) Sennheiser cx180 street-II - daily outdoor use.
2) Skullcandy Ink'D - used rarely.
3) Sony MDR-ED12LP - used when I'm at home.
List of smartphones I own right now:
1) Xiaomi Redmi Note 3(kenzo)
2) Samsung Galaxy S(i9000)
3) Xiaomi Redmi Note 4(Mido)
4) Samsung Galaxy Note(n7000)
CHANGELOGS:-
V1 - initial release.
V1.1 - tweaked the values a bit to further remove the hissing noise as reported by @MurdererFight.(thanks bro for being the first tester and reporting me)
V1.2 - added some tweaks which will truly enable HiFi audio through DAC with the help of a magisk module..now the DAC detects the impedance of the earphone or the headphone connected.this ensures proper voltage levels through the amp for the earphones/headphones.
V1.3 - Merged surround audio mod along with hifi audio..
Enjoy stereo-like sound on your kenzo (earpiece speaker also outputs sound now xD, videos feel more alive to watch now).Thanks to @AgentBuBu for the soundmod.
I just merged his mod with mine..
V1.4 - Changed the earpiece thresholds to remove the crackling sound and readjusted both the speaker sound to the same level. Now enjoy stereo like never before on your kenzo's speakers. Thanks to @Androbots for reporting this.Also made the mod universal by making a magisk and SuperSU version..
V1.45 - Readjusted the values again for both earpiece and loudspeaker to remove distortion completely, increased audio volume through headphone jack without disturbing the quality. So, now there's a very little drop in the audio but the quality is absolute eargasm.
v1.5 - Readjusted and increased the volume of both earpiece and speaker without inducing distortions. The sound level is more than stock now.
And further pushed the volume through headphones for louder volume..Now the stereo feel is amazing..
And included biQuads support for headphones for expert users. Now you can correct the frequency response of your beloved cans, IEMs.
Link for biQuads is here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=70194192&postcount=226
v1.6 - This time made sure to keep the audio levels same at the earpiece and loudspeaker to increase the stereo and ambience.
Very little changes to headphone volume again. Removed some unused codes. Its true stereo now. Enjoy the stereo on speakers like never before
v1.7 - Fixed the messed up headphone gain as reported by @AravindhStanley and now has 2 new versions...
1) Stereo Version - The present version which you guys are using..earpiece acts as the left speaker and loudspeaker acts as the right speaker. The speaker volume and earpiece volume is balanced
2) HTC 10 Version - The new one!!!! it is based on the new HTC 10 loudspeaker audio output.. Its mono but still uses earpiece for sound. But here the earpiece acts as a mid range and bass booster and significantly increases the detail of sound heard through speakers. Here, the loudspeaker is louder than the earpiece. The earpiece just adds detail here. So don't complain about unbalanced audio levels as its kept unbalanced.
This version removes all the audio libs to disable audio offloading to the dsp..Now the audio goes straight to the DAC untouched..
So please flash your audio mods once again after flashing the mod to get them back working.
Now biQuads is fixed by the founder @chdloc himself..So its finally working now....
I recommend all the users to try both the version and keep the ones which you like.
The link to new biQuads is here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=70194192&postcount=226
v1.7fix - This is only for HTC 10 version...Many users would have experienced no audio from the loudspeaker after flashing v1.7(it wasn't intended to work like that). This issue has been fixed. Now enjoy audio on both earpiece and loudspeaker. Loudspeaker has louder volume than earpiece as earpiece just acts like a mid range and bass booster like before.. Enjoy the sound now..
v1.8 - Made significant changes to headphone audio....
Now the audio is decoded at 24bit 192khz..but still the output is 16bit 48khz..wait for the Poweramp to fix it or if anyone knows how to edit audioflinger please pm me...if audioflinger is hacked, 24bit 192khz audio can be made systemwide....
And enabled hardware Dolby and DTS-HPX support...
Use any of the sound mod which has support for them...you will feel a difference..
Nothing much changed in speaker audio..
Reflash your audio mods again....dirty flash
v1.9 - Rebased with the stock mixer_paths.XML and edited it from the start again..its much clean and removed useless codes from the file..
Fixed the bug - in-call voice through speakers even though the phone was in earpiece mode as reported by @AravindhStanley
Finally the mod is universal! One flashable zip for all ROMs and kernels so no hustle of magisk or su versions.
Dropped the HTC10 version as I dint see much potential in it..It will be continued only on demand..
Temporarily removed biQuads support as it requires an in-depth inspection..will include it in the next build..
V2.0 - *Fixed low audio volume on headphones as reported by many....
*Introducing a stock version, which only tweaks the headphone audio leaving the speakers untouched(stock config)
*Reincarnated the HTC10 version as requested by @mahmoudthassan
V2.1 - *added bass filter for earpiece in both htc10 and stereo version to protect the speaker..
*added a bass filter for headphones also to improve bass range which also reduces distortion..
*created an uninstaller for the mod..
V2.2 - *renamed the mod from HI-FI AUDIO PATCH to shox Audio Mod.
*finally implemented biQuads and added my sound signature to the headphone audio output.
*increased the amp volume to 16 to increase output volume.
*included patched kernels also for the mod as it is mandatory.
This is a guide for creating your own biQuads which replaces the existing ones in the mod.
As you all know, biQuads is a set of 5 IIR filters which can be used to enhance the music and also correct the frequency response of the headphones/earphones which you use.
Continue from here only if you know what sampling rate, bit width, lowpass, highpass, peak filters mean. Otherwise google those terms and learn what they are and what they do
So here's how to design your own biQuads and listen the music in your way:
1) Download biQuads flashable zip from the XDA thread here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/reference-qualcomm-audio-codec-iir-t3093000
Thank @chdloc for this great work.
2) Flash the zip in recovery and reboot.
3) You will see an app named biQuads in the apps drawer.
4) Open the app and give it root access.
5)As I told earlier, there are biQuads numbering from 1 to 5
6)After every filter you create for every number, tap design biQuad and wait for 20-30sec. You will be redirected to another window where the app check whether the filter is designed correctly or not with a spectrum graph. After that, increase the biQuad number
7) Do the same step 6 again and again from 1 to 5 until your biQuads is ready.
8)Finally, select review filter where you get a final graph and parameters of different IIR filters.
9)Then select save and give your biQuads a name(make sure there are no spaces included in the name). Click accept and the file gets saved in the internal sdcard with the filename you specified.
10)Open the *.coeffs where * is the name you specified for the biQuads in a text editor.
11) Replace IIR2 with IIR0 wherever found and change INP1 to INP2 wherever found.
12) Finally copy everything from the file and replace the contents in the mixer paths(present in /system/etc) under path name headphones. You will find similar lines there which are my biQuads already implemented.(make sure that you file editor has root access)
13) Replace those lines perfectly and align the lines as they were. Save the file when you are done and reboot.
14) Magic.
Hi! I can't download from the gDrive link, it seems not working now...
Kamaal said:
Hi! I can't download from the gDrive link, it seems not working now...
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Try again..
Thanks. I've been waiting for a dual speakers mod for a long time.
HTC 10 mod version makes the sound output like it's coming out of a can. But the stereo mod is great.
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Try again..
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No luck: it's me?
ERR_CONNECTION_REFUSED
Edit: weird, the problem was only accessing from my Mi Max.
Thanks, i'm gonna to try your mod.
Is there a way to make the earpiece speaker louder that default? On the Mi Max, mine at least, it's far quieter than the main speaker, meaning it, doesn't seem like it does much.
This also means that in Stereo mode, the left channel is far more underpowered when stereo content is playing, and it's noticeable.
Cooly568 said:
Is there a way to make the earpiece speaker louder that default? On the Mi Max, mine at least, it's far quieter than the main speaker, meaning it, doesn't seem like it does much.
This also means that in Stereo mode, the left channel is far more underpowered when stereo content is playing, and it's noticeable.
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Maybe htc10 version is more suitable for this device..
If you have a kernel with sound control, try increasing microphone volume.
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Maybe htc10 version is more suitable for this device..
If you have a kernel with sound control, try increasing microphone volume.
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Was the same with the HTC10 version, and I'm not sure if I have a kernel that can do that, and even if I did, how would I go about doing that?
Discovered a bug with this mod. Installing this would disable mic thus any video you record has no audio. Worse uninstalling this mod would not remove the bug. So I had to reflash ROM.
Cocoyg said:
Discovered a bug with this mod. Installing this would disable mic thus any video you record has no audio. Worse uninstalling this mod would not remove the bug. So I had to reflash ROM.
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I have the mod installed and do not have this issue. my recorded videos all have sound
Mod is working great, but i feel unsafe, any side effect after using call's speaker for a long time?
MM.626 said:
Mod is working great, but i feel unsafe, any side effect after using call's speaker for a long time?
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Nope, as far as the speaker doesn't distort
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hello and kudos for this feat.
but forgive me for asking a stupid question, will this work with bluetooth stereo headphones?
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tried it... worked! muchos gracias!
Working but it have a bugs which video recording has no sound and it also break Hi-Res audio playback on PowerAmp alpha build 704. IEM/Headphone left channel volume sometime really quiet while right channel was too loud. I have to unplug and replug audio jack to make both channels working again.
Tested with Mi Max hydrogen 6.0.1 + Audio Technica ATH-IM50/ATH-M40X/Trinity Delta
For anyone who suffer same bugs, replace mixer_paths_wcd9326.xml and mixer_paths.xml in /system/etc and set permission to 0644
thanks for the heads up.
mine is hydrogen on GlobeROM 7.7.20 + Viper4Arise
did not loose audio on video recording.
nougat
Hi,
Will this work on stock rooted nougat based rom 8.5 ? please revert as i m finding it impossible to install viper on nougat for mi max prime helium
satankid said:
Hi,
Will this work on stock rooted nougat based rom 8.5 ? please revert as i m finding it impossible to install viper on nougat for mi max prime helium
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Viper4Arise is only used to further tweak the settings that this MOD offers.
so i think its just but OK not to install Viper.
also, if you already have a 3rd-party recovery, you can easily flash this.
Tested on the lousy zenfone 3 zoom (stock 3.5mm audio sucks inspite of DAC chip because of the poor engine optimization) and it worked like a champ but i believe other devices with SN 625 may benefit from it and they are A LOT, (use 709 build ONLY) other builds won't work as good, i tested them all.
Please do make a feedback on which other device this worked.
Snapdragon 845 devices (e.g. Sony XZ2) – improved Hi-Res Output detection
Sony XZ/XZ1 – improved Hi-Res Output detection
Lenovo X3 – reenabled 24bits
OnePlus (1st edition) – disabled DVC for Hi-Res output due to forced speaker playback
added new per-output option – No Duck – for cases when notification causes issues. Activated by default for Hi-Res output for some Snapdragon 625 devices (Asus Zenfone 3)
HTCs @ 7.0 – improved Hi-Res Output stability
Nexus 6P – fixed notification coloring
Enjoy Hi-Res music all.
Direct download, use poweramp unlocker to activate it.
sam.fisher190 said:
Tested on the lousy zenfone 3 zoom (stock 3.5mm audio sucks inspite of DAC chip because of the poor engine optimization) and it worked like a champ but i believe other devices with SN 625 may benefit from it and they are A LOT, (use 709 build ONLY) other builds won't work as good, i tested them all.
Please do make a feedback on which other device this worked.
Snapdragon 845 devices (e.g. Sony XZ2) – improved Hi-Res Output detection
Sony XZ/XZ1 – improved Hi-Res Output detection
Lenovo X3 – reenabled 24bits
OnePlus (1st edition) – disabled DVC for Hi-Res output due to forced speaker playback
added new per-output option – No Duck – for cases when notification causes issues. Activated by default for Hi-Res output for some Snapdragon 625 devices (Asus Zenfone 3)
HTCs @ 7.0 – improved Hi-Res Output stability
Nexus 6P – fixed notification coloring
Enjoy Hi-Res music all.
link for pros:
<Mod edit>
APK for noobs i'll upload it when the server wakes up
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Can't see any difference on the audio on Poweramp with this option set for active. The audio quality really sucks on this device.
Mrkblo said:
Can't see any difference on the audio on Poweramp with this option set for active. The audio quality really sucks on this device.
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Did you toggle the 'Wired headset/AUX" ? and was your test with headphones or via the loud speaker? and what your headphones are?
This release 709 worked for me gloriously! the only problem that it's not free and needs some work that you can find on youtube or i would post a fellow up about the odds of activating it but i just needed a conformation that it at least made a difference by utilizing the DAC chip on board!!
sam.fisher190 said:
Did you toggle the 'Wired headset/AUX" ? and was your test with headphones or via the loud speaker? and what your headphones are?
This release 709 worked for me gloriously! the only problem that it's not free and needs some work that you can find on youtube or i would post a fellow up about the odds of activating it but i just needed a conformation that it at least made a difference by utilizing the DAC chip on board!!
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I've downloaded the apk you uploaded and followed the screenshots. It made zero difference to the sound quality. Poweramp DVC is great on other devices, but on my zenfone it sucks, the audio is distorted, the only way to tolerate the audio quality is by disabling it. Best player I could find so far for my zenfone is Phonograph.
Mrkblo said:
I've downloaded the apk you uploaded and followed the screenshots. It made zero difference to the sound quality. Poweramp DVC is great on other devices, but on my zenfone it sucks, the audio is distorted, the only way to tolerate the audio quality is by disabling it. Best player I could find so far for my zenfone is Phonograph.
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The zenfone 3 zoom have an amazing sound quality and believe me the bass is insane via a good headphones, you just need to find a solution to make use of it's potentials, if you want to go throw troubleshooting provide some more information like the exact model and what software build you are currently running... you are right about the distortion i was very upset with the sound quality at the beginning but poweramp made the DAC work properly.
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The zenfone 3 zoom have an amazing sound quality and believe me the bass is insane via a good headphones, you just need to find a solution to make use of it's potentials, if you want to go throw troubleshooting provide some more information like the exact model and what software build you are currently running... you are right about the distortion i was very upset with the sound quality at the beginning but poweramp made the DAC work properly.
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I wouldn't say that the sound quality on the zenfone 3 zoom is amazing. This DTS audio thing is terrible and makes sound awful. I've installed an even older version of poweramp and tried your solution, and it made a difference with my JBL T210 (not the best one around, surely). However, using Poweramp with DVC on an old Galaxy S6 that I have laying around is still miles better. Sound quality is my only complaint about this phone, that's why I was hoping for a custom rom for this thing.
Mrkblo said:
I wouldn't say that the sound quality on the zenfone 3 zoom is amazing. This DTS audio thing is terrible and makes sound awful. I've installed an even older version of poweramp and tried your solution, and it made a difference with my JBL T210 (not the best one around, surely). However, using Poweramp with DVC on an old Galaxy S6 that I have laying around is still miles better. Sound quality is my only complaint about this phone, that's why I was hoping for a custom rom for this thing.
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Yeah you're absolutely right that DTS is a marketing thing and it sucks, you just keep trying on that poweramp 709 build only and try downloading it from APKPURE or somewhere else because the one that i provided was patched with lucky patcher and i hoped it would work with a non-rooted device to skip the activation process but apparently that is not the case, after i reflashed the phone and got rid of the root access i had to install poweramp unlocker and i have to reinstall the the main app every 2 days because without the root i can't seem to be able to activate it, keep digging, i know what a good DAC sounds like, it's not an HTC native level but it's miles ahead of the stock drivers and even better than viper4android module on magisk.
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Yeah you're absolutely right that DTS is a marketing thing and it sucks, you just keep trying on that poweramp 709 build only and try downloading it from APKPURE or somewhere else because the one that i provided was patched with lucky patcher and i hoped it would work with a non-rooted device to skip the activation process but apparently that is not the case, after i reflashed the phone and got rid of the root access i had to install poweramp unlocker and i have to reinstall the the main app every 2 days because without the root i can't seem to be able to activate it, keep digging, i know what a good DAC sounds like, it's not an HTC native level but it's miles ahead of the stock drivers and even better than viper4android module on magisk.
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No worries about that. I've purchased the app years ago. The only thing now is that I can't allow it to update. Thanks for the hint, the sound is clearly better now.
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...because the one that i provided was patched with lucky patcher and i hoped it would work with a non-rooted device to skip the activation process but apparently that is not the case,...
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It's possible to significantly improve loudspeakers sound quality and fix imbalance with hidden Dolby Atmos settings.
Follow any or both steps below (good for all Oneplus 7 series).
STEP 1: Fix stereo imbalance (ROOT is required)
The top loudspeaker sounds louder and crispier than bottom (moreover, the top rattles more at high volume). This can be fixed by editing dax_sqlite3.db with any SQLite editor:
Code:
/data/vendor/dolby/dax_sqlite3.db
I used SQLite Editor app:
1. Open dax_sqlite3.db and go to "tunings".
2. Open record with "speaker_landscape_normal" and edit 2 parameters, then save.
Replace audio_optimizer_gain_l with new value:
Code:
-56,0,40,16,8,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,-16
Replace audio_optimizer_gain_r with new value:
Code:
-16,24,72,48,40,32,32,32,32,32,32,32,32,32,32,32,32,32,32,16
Each number separated by comma = gain in dB * 16 (i.e. "32" means "+2 db", "-16" means "-1 db").
3. (OPTIONAL - may be useless on your rom) Analogically replace the same parameters for the records "speaker_portrait_normal", "speaker_landscape_India", "speaker_portrait_India".
4. Reboot. That's it!
If something goes wrong (or you dislike new sound), just remove dax_sqlite3.db and reboot. Dolby will re-create it and return all default settings. Details about this edit:
We change overal speaker output optimization. Practically it's 20-band EQ for each physical speaker (audio_optimizer_gain_l = top).
So we reset both EQs to sound equally neutral, but keep the top speaker ~2 db lower.
STEP 2: Enable graphic EQ for speakers
You can activate dolby atmos equalizer for loudspeakers (available only for headphones by default) to get more bassy and clean sound.
If you don't have ROOT, use this DAX2 app: https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7t/how-to/dolby-atmos-equaliser-7t-hd1903-root-t4054999
You will have to disable/freeze built-in dolby tuner for full functionality (see tips also in that thread).
If you have ROOT, I recommend the method below. It relies on internal dolby app and will work in all modes (dynamic/movie/music + ringtone).
You'll need to edit sound_tuner.db with any SQLite editor:
Code:
/data/data/com.oneplus.sound.tuner/databases/sound_tuner.db
Again with SQLite Editor app:
1. Open sound_tuner.db, then go to "sound_tuner" and edit the line with "speaker_device".
2. Change values for "headphone_style_preferred" ("Intelligent style") and "audio_frequency" (EQ itself), then save changes.
headphone_style_preferred keeps value from 0 to 3 (0 - balance, 1 - warmer, etc), "0" is recommended.
audio_frequency keeps a string with each band gain in dB, separated with '#' without spaces. Recommendation for 7T:
Code:
4.4#6.5#0.0#-7.8#-6.5#-5.0#-4.5#-4.0#-3.6#-4.0
Don't use "7.0" or higher for first three bands - it will harm the speakers at high volumes.
3. To apply EQ switch current mode in Dolby Atmos settings (e.g. Music to Dynamic). That's it!
To reset EQ you can return "0#0#0#0#0#0#0#0#0#0" in "audio_frequency".
Embox said:
It's possible to use hidden built-in dolby atmos equalizer for speakers, root is required.
Works at least for all latest Oneplus (7 / 7 Pro / 7T).
You need to edit sound_tuner.db - dolby keeps its settings for all connected devices here.
I used MyAndroidTools for quick editing:
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I have a really dumb question: where can I find that app? I searched the play store and nothing I found came up with db editing tools.
Sorry about the search failure question, this is something I'd like to do.
MyAndroidTools can be downloaded at least on Github. As i'm new user here, I cannot paste links yet. Google "MyAndroidToolsWebsite github". I used 1.6.8 release apk.
There's also "aSQLiteManager" app on the play store, it's old and quite slow, but works on my 7T. Enough for tuning the speakers once
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I have a really dumb question: where can I find that app? I searched the play store and nothing I found came up with db editing tools.
Sorry about the search failure question, this is something I'd like to do.
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https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/wangqi/my-android-tools/
Embox said:
It's possible to use built-in dolby atmos equalizer for speakers, for example, to emphasize lows and decrease highs.
Root is required. Works for all Oneplus 7 Series
You'll need to edit sound_tuner.db with any SQLite editor:
Code:
/data/data/com.oneplus.sound.tuner/databases/sound_tuner.db
I used MyAndroidTools for quick editing:
1. Turn Music mode for speakers in Dolby Atmos and play any favorite track looped (not necessary, but much easier to compare sound difference further).
2. In MyAndroidTools go to Database > Dolby Atmos > sound_tuner.db > sound_tuner and open the line with "speaker_device".
3. Change values for "headphone_style_preferred" ("Intelligent style") и "audio_frequency" (10-band EQ), then save changes.
headphone_style_preferred keeps value from 0 to 3 (0 - balance, 1 - warmer, etc), i prefer "0".
audio_frequency keeps a string with each band gain, separated with '#' without spaces.
For 7T try this (more bassy and clean sound, but little loss in volume):
Code:
[B]2.5#6.8#0.0[/B]#-8.0#-6.0#-5.0#-4.5#-4.0#-3.8#-4.0
Don't use "7.0" or higher for first three bands - it brings distortion at high volumes.
4. To apply EQ switch to dolby atmos and change Music mode to Dynamic, and then back to Music. That's it!
To reset EQ you can return "0#0#0#0#0#0#0#0#0#0" in "audio_frequency".
Speaker EQ settings don't affect any headphones, work in all modes (dynamic/movie/music, also in ringtone mode)
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Thanks, sounds really better now!
Speaker bass and clarity is good.
Will this trip safety net? Thanks!
c19932 said:
Will this trip safety net? Thanks!
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Nope.
Igot this working. Thank you for your help. The bass is really nice, but I am concerned about whether the heavy bass will be bad for the speaker in the long run. any idea?
Also, also preset audio_frequency for car speakers for heavy bass? Thank you! this is great!
c19932 said:
whether the heavy bass will be bad for the speaker in the long run
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It can harm at max volumes, mostly the top speaker. If you constantly use max volume or close, better keep first three bands under "6.0" and turn off "Intelligent EQ" (set it to "3"), as any iEQ enables additional bass boost for speakers.
My goal was great clear sound at low-to-mid volumes.
I was searching for the possibility to enable EQ on 7t without root, but nothing really worked, until I found Dolby Atmos DAX2 app (originaly from Razer phone)... (you can find it on apkmirror - I cannot share links yet...) works pretty well... maybe someone can have a use for it too...
Hege said:
Dolby Atmos DAX2 app (originaly from Razer phone)... (you can find it on apkmirror
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Great finding, thanks! I checked it too and it works
This DAX2 app doesn't sync with built-in Oneplus sound tuner though (7T at least). Any change under "Settings -> Sound & vibration -> Dolby Atmos" and EQ for any device will be overrided.
It seems Oneplus has 2-way atmos audio library access - via standard SoundTuner app (in "Settings") and Dolby itself (which can be tuned by this DAX2 app).
I updated the first post - how to fix loudspeakers imbalance and improve total quality.
Try it, now Oneplus 7T sounds perfectly
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I updated the first post - how to fix loudspeakers imbalance and improve total quality.
Try it, now Oneplus 7T sounds perfectly
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Will done. Sounds beautiful!
Thanks for the awesome work. Anyone planning on making a magisk module or something simple for those of us not as inclined to flash all this code?
Hope too, i'm not into magisk much...
A thing about step 2 - this file is personal and keeps your headphone profiles too. Unless magisk module can change (not replace) *db file, you will have to re-tune all profiles again.
Upd: I removed attached file for replacing original db. Seemed to work incorrect even on my device (dolby turned off any effect). Manual editing still works fine.
Hey! I remember back then you posted a value set that produced great bass. Could you post that again? Thanks!
c19932 said:
Hey! I remember back then you posted a value set that produced great bass. Could you post that again? Thanks!
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Hey! Before finding dax3_sqlite.db i used almost the same set for global EQ (now this is "step 2"):
Code:
2.5#6.8#0.0#-8.0#-6.5#-5.0#-4.6#-4.2#-4.0#-4.2
A value set i like most now in combination with additional "step 1" is updated in the first post.
You can visually and faster adjust EQ with Dax2 app in this post (then copy its values to "step 2" and remove the app):
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-7t/how-to/dolby-atmos-equaliser-7t-hd1903-root-t4054999
Thanks for the guide, my speakers sound really nice now. I have a few questions. May I know how you got the values for the speaker balancing? Not planning on doing it myself or anything, just curious. Also, with your EQ values, what are the odds of damaging the speakers at max volume?
Thanks for feedback, I also loved more 7T speakers, though sound got a little quieter.
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how you got the values for the speaker balancing?
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The stock top speaker is louder (not much, but noticeably), GSMArena also mentioned that. Stock EQ values ("Step 1") remind me random earthquake graph, for example bottom speaker gains:
-219,-16,68,-16,-16,0,9,-11,9,-16,52,9,32,-16,-46,4,-11,12,38,-16
So I reset them all to neutral ("0"), add little bass except lowest/highest bands (speakers can't produce 46/20000 Hz). Then made bottom value set +32 higher ("+2 db"), it sounds ok for total balance (no precise measurements with mic). After I adjust global EQ based on this neutral setup ("Step 2").
Curious can also find more hidden fields to tune like bass boost, headphone optimization in the "dax_sqlite3.db".
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what are the odds of damaging the speakers at max volume?
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Good odds with extreme gains and constant max volume. I mean "step 2" (global EQ), no harm with "step 1" only.
On my experience all gains below +6 db are save, no distortion. One can decrease this to +4...5 db for sure safety.
Thanks for this man, now my 7t speaker sounds correct.
Anyway would you please share your EQ settings for Headphone?