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There was a post where someone suggested using the AIMP player, I haven't been able to find it again (to give the proper credit), but it started because someone noticed how sound played different depending on what app played the sound or music.
It seems AIMP uses the Snapdragon 24-bit DSP (or DAC?) , which delivers a high quality output, I was actually surprised when I heard the difference.
My question is where or what could be changed so the default audio output uses the high quality DSP? So videos games and even ringtones and notifications (seriously it sounds much better) use it as well.
There is a great mod that activates the headspeaker when playing media, and even allows using both speakers with a stereo configuration, so perhaps using the DSP by default is also doable.
it was me who suggested the AIMP player in a previous post. i would however like to inform you that audio output using the OpenSL ES API instead of the default AudioTrack output will give you the raw audio of the DAC. Media Players which have this option will definitely sound much better. To my knowledge i have seen only VLC media player to support this feature (you have to change the output in setting unlike in AIMP). Custom sound mods are software level implementations which will just give you an amplified sound irrespective of quality. PowerAMP and MX has this option too but doesnt seem to work.
For better audio quality through speakers the default AudioTrack API works better.
asrone96 said:
it was me who suggested the AIMP player in a previous post. i would however like to inform you that audio output using the OpenSL ES API instead of the default AudioTrack output will give you the raw audio of the DAC. Media Players which have this option will definitely sound much better. To my knowledge i have seen only VLC media player to support this feature (you have to change the output in setting unlike in AIMP). Custom sound mods are software level implementations which will just give you an amplified sound irrespective of quality. PowerAMP and MX has this option too but doesnt seem to work.
For better audio quality through speakers the default AudioTrack API works better.
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Oh it was you, awesome recommendation indeed! Now normal audio output sounds muffled to me, the DAC audio quality is certainly much better.
Thank you, will look into it!
Avan7 said:
Oh it was you, awesome recommendation indeed! Now normal audio output sounds muffled to me, the DAC audio quality is certainly much better.
Thank you, will look into it!
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Sure man, ZUK has done something which modifies the audio quality before getting into our ears. I am sure its the audio driver. If someone can change that we should get a better audio quality.
Ummm I'm so unlucky, I've my JACK bricked :silly:. And I'm finding some way to route audio through USB using "USB-C to 3.5mm converter", same as Le2. I could not find a decent type-C headphone. I use Bluetooth reciever, and it's not even close to 3.5 mm jack. Any clue ? I'VE bought Poweramp, and it's useless now.
For those who use PowerAmp, update to latest build, i.e. 704 from official forum. Zuk Z2 does support HiRes Audio Output. Latest Play Store beta channel only have 703 build, which doesn't support HiRes Audio output in N.
kima09 said:
For those who use PowerAmp, update to latest build, i.e. 704 from official forum. Zuk Z2 does support HiRes Audio Output. Latest Play Store beta channel only have 703 build, which doesn't support HiRes Audio output in N.
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When I enable hi-res output, it fails. I don't think it is working.
kima09 said:
For those who use PowerAmp, update to latest build, i.e. 704 from official forum. Zuk Z2 does support HiRes Audio Output. Latest Play Store beta channel only have 703 build, which doesn't support HiRes Audio output in N.
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Can't find build 704. Will you please post a link?
asrone96 said:
it was me who suggested the AIMP player in a previous post. i would however like to inform you that audio output using the OpenSL ES API instead of the default AudioTrack output will give you the raw audio of the DAC. Media Players which have this option will definitely sound much better. To my knowledge i have seen only VLC media player to support this feature (you have to change the output in setting unlike in AIMP). Custom sound mods are software level implementations which will just give you an amplified sound irrespective of quality. PowerAMP and MX has this option too but doesnt seem to work.
For better audio quality through speakers the default AudioTrack API works better.
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Latest version of MX Player (1.9.5 & 1.9.7) support change of audio output method. Although no big difference with movie files, maybe difference can be felt when listening to flac audio.
Incrovantilist said:
Latest version of MX Player (1.9.5 & 1.9.7) support change of audio output method. Although no big difference with movie files, maybe difference can be felt when listening to flac audio.
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MX player doent work. it works with vlc and aimp only
asrone96 said:
MX player doent work. it works with vlc and aimp only
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Maybe true, coz I found no difference even in movies with uncompressed 6 channel & 5.1 audio. But option exists, so we have hope for it to be working in future releases.
Update for Poweramp 704_universal - Doesn't work properly yet. No observable difference in quality even with flac. I've been using the 704 version for quite a while now, also on 3 different phones. None of the three have supported high res properly. On my OPX it usually caused the app to crash. Maybe with the long awaited update to v3 might make it work properly.
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Maybe true, coz I found no difference even in movies with uncompressed 6 channel & 5.1 audio. But option exists, so we have hope for it to be working in future releases.
Update for Poweramp 704_universal - Doesn't work properly yet. No observable difference in quality even with flac. I've been using the 704 version for quite a while now, also on 3 different phones. None of the three have supported high res properly. On my OPX it usually caused the app to crash. Maybe with the long awaited update to v3 might make it work properly.
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yeah...those options make no difference ...only AIMP works for now...in the beta release of AIMP there is an option to change audio output too
d3vyarth said:
Can't find build 704. Will you please post a link?
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If, like me, your preferred player is Poweramp, you can make it sound like AIMP's OpenSL output. besides enabling OpenSL as output method, open this file /data/data/com.maxmpz.audioplayer/shared_prefs/com.maxmpz.audioplayer_preferences.xml, find the string osl_headset_float and set its value to true and save it.Then force close PowerAMP and open again, the audio quality will match that of AIMP. But anyways, if you are really a audiophile, using VLC (opensl output ofc) gives the best possible quality, just saying
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If, like me, your preferred player is Poweramp, you can make it sound like AIMP's OpenSL output. besides enabling OpenSL as output method, open this file /data/data/com.maxmpz.audioplayer/shared_prefs/com.maxmpz.audioplayer_preferences.xml, find the string osl_headset_float and set its value to true and save it.Then force close PowerAMP and open again, the audio quality will match that of AIMP. But anyways, if you are really a audiophile, using VLC (opensl output ofc) gives the best possible quality, just saying
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Yes I use Poweramp, thanks for the workaround
Audio breaks when i use open sl audio output. Do you ever face this problem or my mobile is defective.
@abhishek said:
Audio breaks when i use open sl audio output. Do you ever face this problem or my mobile is defective.
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force stop vlc and open again... It works...
d3vyarth said:
Ummm I'm so unlucky, I've my JACK bricked :silly:. And I'm finding some way to route audio through USB using "USB-C to 3.5mm converter", same as Le2. I could not find a decent type-C headphone. I use Bluetooth reciever, and it's not even close to 3.5 mm jack. Any clue ? I'VE bought Poweramp, and it's useless now.
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I have the converter as well as ZUK Z2 (with my wife), I'll check if audio through USB-C works and if the hardware output works or not (provided my wife doesn't get cranky over my testing )
I tried many EQ music apps such as poweramp and also with MusicFX.apk and everytime i switch on the EQ , it makes sound too low. The default AudioFX does seem to work with little reduction in Vol but the effect are not good.
Even using Poweramp the sound becomes too low as soon as i enable the EQ.
Can anybody try it and find out the Solution..?
I have the same problem when I play music over usb c. On Z Play the output is much better and that wasn't a flaggship. What can we do and can tell me anybody what's sound dac is build in? Is it 24-bit? On bluetooth all is fine (speaker box), but I would like to play music over usb c in good quality and especially with power, too.
allrightlite said:
I have the same problem when I play music over usb c. On Z Play the output is much better and that wasn't a flaggship. What can we do and can tell me anybody what's sound dac is build in? Is it 24-bit? On bluetooth all is fine (speaker box), but I would like to play music over usb c in good quality and especially with power, too.
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This is disappointing , Moto Z has a good output too. Want to know if its the same for Custom Rom users
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what about Dolby atmos?
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what about Dolby atmos?
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I have not tried Dolby Atoms , only tried the non-root methods . I think root is needed to use dolby atmos..
Inspired from:- https://forum.xda-developers.com/asus-zenfone-max-pro-m1/how-to/asus-dolby-guide-root-t3871899
This guide will allow you to install Dolby equalizer without root on your asus zenfone max pro M2. Just follow these simple steps:-
1) Install the app provided below
2) Now open the app
3) Now close the app and remove it from recent apps
4) Now go to any music player
(recommended music player): jiomusic, google play music, gaana, saavan, spotify, hungaama and other equalizer supported player
5) Now in your music player app open equalizer icon from the settings of the app
6) You will be greeted with AsusDolby and then turn asus dolby on
7) Now on equalizer select normal, classic, pop etc option according to your need......(DOLBY EQUALIZER) option recommended
8) Now you can enjoy your DOLBY SOUND ON STOCK ROM
Be amazed with the results!!!!!!
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Sir thanks for sharing. I got option of dolby in play music but in jio saavan Dolby atmos is not shown how can I enable dolby in Jio Savan?
It is only dolby equilizer notdolby atmos
Background noise
I can hear some radio like background noise while the equalizer is on
satyajitd111 said:
I can hear some radio like background noise while the equalizer is on
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On which app are you using it?
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On which app are you using it?
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Spotify and Play Music, it only does so in headphones. No complaints while using it on the stereo, i guess because they are always so loud
satyajitd111 said:
Spotify and Play Music, it only does so in headphones. No complaints while using it on the stereo, i guess because they are always so loud
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If you use headphones specially Bluetooth with mic then audio quality is automatically changed, maybe that's why you where experiencing background noise. Stereo mode is recommended for music.
Dhairy said:
If you use headphones specially Bluetooth with mic then audio quality is automatically changed, maybe that's why you where experiencing background noise. Stereo mode is recommended for music.
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By stereo i meant my car stereo..? sorry for the confusion, and no i don't use Bluetooth headphones.. my headphones are Sennheiser hd 180 over the ear, and boat basshead 100 in ear
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Dhairy said:
If you use headphones specially Bluetooth with mic then audio quality is automatically changed, maybe that's why you where experiencing background noise. Stereo mode is recommended for music.
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Well i just decreased the two sliders "bass" and "sound field".. what do you know there's no noise anymore.. but still i get the enhanced sound quality
Thank you @Dhairy for sharing this app. It really improved the sound experience!
Great. The sound output hqs more depth now. Thank you for this.
Link dead. Pls upload a mirror link
Anyone plz give the link of this.... previous link is not working
Shubham Kumar Sinha said:
Anyone plz give the link of this.... previous link is not working
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Check the apk attachment seems to work for me
The app in OP is not by Dolby. It's just a renamed app. The real name of the app is LifeVibes MusicFX by NXP Software. Here's the original apk. All credits to the app developer(s).
Thanks for the app. Works without a glitch and I'm very satisfied. Thank you.
Thanks. It improved my music quality.
Ok, audio via phone Bluetooth connection question.
I recently exchanged my Samsung Galaxy S9 for a OnePlus 7T, and I notice that with the new phone, I have to play music on my car radio (Kia Forte) at a higher level of sound. Sound quality is good though. Has anyone had a similar experience, be it an Android or an iOS phone? Thanks!
I've been trying to work this out myself.
I moved from a Galaxy S8 to a OnePlus 7t and I stream my music via Bluetooth to my JBL Charge 4; I have been feeling like volume has been a lot lower and bass is just not there like it was on the S8. But then I had been flicking between Spotify and Deezer on my S8 so that could have contributed to the confusion as the volumes levels differ a bit on there too.
I'm on 10.0.9 (Stable - EU) and believe it to be quieter and lacking in comparison to Samsung :/
Try dolby atmos equalizer and you can feel the difference of volume boost and audio quality had same problem on my car with sony BT stereo but with that app it's a lot better, give it a try.. You can find it under "oneplus 7t themes apps and mods"
Hitman478™ said:
Try dolby atmos equalizer and you can feel the difference of volume boost and audio quality had same problem on my car with sony BT stereo but with that app it's a lot better, give it a try.. You can find it under "oneplus 7t themes apps and mods"
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Are you referring to the APK? I did see this the other day but wasn't sure if it persisted after reboot
Hitman478™ said:
Try dolby atmos equalizer and you can feel the difference of volume boost and audio quality had same problem on my car with sony BT stereo but with that app it's a lot better, give it a try.. You can find it under "oneplus 7t themes apps and mods"
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My T-Mobile 7T has the Dolby Atmos equalizer option, and it does help with sound quality, but not overall loudness.
Also, I tried this on my OP, and it more or less helps with a bit louder sound, but not as loud as the Samsung.
https://mobileinternist.com/low-bluetooth-volume-android
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Are you referring to the APK? I did see this the other day but wasn't sure if it persisted after reboot
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Yes the apk.. to get it working properly you need to disable the in-built one, either via adb or disable application app (root)
Hi community.
My wife has a ear disease and she is deaf on the left ear.
I can't find default android system audio balance settings for set audio on the right ear when she uses her BT headphones (because the sound vibrations hurts her left ear).
I searched in Play Store an app that can help me to do this without success.
Thank you
spqromanni said:
Hi community.
My wife has a ear disease and she is deaf on the left ear.
I can't find default android system audio balance settings for set audio on the right ear when she uses her BT headphones (because the sound vibrations hurts her left ear).
I searched in Play Store an app that can help me to do this without success.
Thank you
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https://mcmw.abilitynet.org.uk/adjust-leftright-volume-balance-android-10
or on playstore look for Equalizer Pie
barttheman said:
https://mcmw.abilitynet.org.uk/adjust-leftright-volume-balance-android-10
or on playstore look for Equalizer Pie
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Thank you barttheman for reply.
I attached screenshots about redmi note 8 pro's (android pie) accessibility settings menù where there isn't audio balance option.
I also tried equalizer pie (free and pro) but It doesn't make any audio changes (audio balance, equalizer presets, etc with or without wired headphones, BT headphones, nothing), even in my LG G7 Thinq too.
this is screenshot from my access. settings, turn on mono audio and balance will show.
spqromanni said:
Thank you barttheman for reply.
I attached screenshots about redmi note 8 pro's (android pie) accessibility settings menù where there isn't audio balance option.
I also tried equalizer pie (free and pro) but It doesn't make any audio changes (audio balance, equalizer presets, etc with or without wired headphones, BT headphones, nothing), even in my LG G7 Thinq too.
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Does your 4th photo not show the Ballance.
If you cannot find an software fix, you could always buy an audio balance adaptor like the one i have linked below.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3-5mm-AU...rphones-Speaker-Extension-Cable-/361211561651
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this is screenshot from my access. settings, turn on mono audio and balance will show.
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It doesn't appear even with audio mono on.
Wich is your OS version?
My wife's phone has Android Pie and MIUI 11.
Tinderbox (UK) said:
Does your 4th photo not show the Ballance.
If you cannot find an software fix, you could always buy an audio balance adaptor like the one i have linked below.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3-5mm-AU...rphones-Speaker-Extension-Cable-/361211561651
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Thank you, I will considerer it
You can download the "sound amplifier" by Google which is an accessibility app and according to my experience with it I think it will solve your issue.....the app was announced as a feature of Android 10 but was posted to play store for anyone to download if their version of Android is supported.
I have not tested the app as an accessibility app I only checked it out of curiosity
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You can download the "sound amplifier" by Google which is an accessibility app and according to my experience with it I think it will solve your issue.....the app was announced as a feature of Android 10 but was posted to play store for anyone to download if their version of Android is supported.
I have not tested the app as an accessibility app I only checked it out of curiosity
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Hi,
thank you for suggestion.
Sound amplifier works like an ambience sound amplificator using the phone's microphone but ot doesn't work with media played by the phone.