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Beats or DPS MANAGER

WHAT IS BETTER BEAT OR DPS MANAGER?
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Beats if its done right
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strapped365 said:
Beats if its done right
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hey strapped, in your supreme sense rom i can enable the sony xloud audio in the miktweaks app... is this the same as beats audio? right under this option it shows beats boost, but its gray'd out, so i wasn't sure if it was redundant. also, dps manager seem to always force close on me when i tried playing music thru my headphones so i got rid of it, is that supposed to happen?
i also noticed in system/app there is htcmusicenhancer.apk and audioeffectservice.apk, can you shed any light on what these are related to and what would happen if i removed them? thanks man! always appreciate your help!

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hey strapped, in your supreme sense rom i can enable the sony xloud audio in the miktweaks app... is this the same as beats audio? right under this option it shows beats boost, but its gray'd out, so i wasn't sure if it was redundant. also, dps manager seem to always force close on me when i tried playing music thru my headphones so i got rid of it, is that supposed to happen?
i also noticed in system/app there is htcmusicenhancer.apk and audioeffectservice.apk, can you shed any light on what these are related to and what would happen if i removed them? thanks man! always appreciate your help!
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In SS their is a mixture of beats and xloud. Its grayed out because beats really isn't compatible with Sense 2.1 or whatever. But if you remove the apks it would most likely just quiet the sounds down. I gotta merge all my files over to my new os today so ill look at them. I'm not one to remember things off top hand till I look at all the files
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AC!D sound Engine (All devices ICS+)

Just wanted to share what I found exploring xda. I claim none of these mods.
A quick summary: It makes your music sound better with various mods including Team AC!D's own modifications. Check out the thread for details and how to flash it.
I've used this on Embryo 5.3, AOKP, and Slimbean. All was working fine. Follow the instructions their thread and you should be fine. I won't be say if this or another mod is better for the same reason that "which ROM is better?" threads aren't allowed. I don't know much about audio/music/mods, but I do know this will not brick a white AT&T i727 Galaxy SII Skyrocket ( For those who don't know which forum is this.) I will do my best to answer any questions, but your best bet for a relevant answer is their thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2002367
My apologies if this is a repeat thread, I've looked in most of the pages in each sub-section and done a search in each sub-section (xda/google.)
All credit goes to Team AC!D
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Thanks for sharing this thread. I just flashed it onto a "White Samsung Galaxy S2 Skyrocket running Cyanogenmod 10" and it works plus sounds great.
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We can confirm that it works on black skyrockets as well, cyanogenmod 10 latest nightly working perfectly using play music and the beats dsp mod.
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If it will just play music over Bluetooth it will be a step in the right direction for me. Lately every time I've tried has resulted in an instant reboot...
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Mine plays Le Musique via Bluetooth. The only thing is that it doesn't sound as good as the headphones plugged in. I use HD Motorolla stereo headset it doesn't make my phone reboot. I found a weird bug tho. When I open the WALKMAN app it stutters (it is awesome.)
My setup:
Hardware: Samsung Galaxy S2 Skyrocket
Software: LiquidSmooth 4.1.2
Sound Engine: ACID Audio Engine V5
Music Player: Walkman
EQ:

If you flash the AC!D without any add on, you can use other equalizers or players without any problems. It might help with your Bluetooth problem. Make sure you flash on a clean install.

Jhong209 said:
If you flash the AC!D without any add on, you can use other equalizers or players without any problems. It might help with your Bluetooth problem. Make sure you flash on a clean install.
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I'm going to reflash everything soon to try to fix this issue anyway. I removed my previous sound mod and flashed this and still got the immediate reboot.
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EDIT: Hm...Reflashed everything and installed this mod with the Walkman addon pack. For some reason the Walkman player will not play at all... The play button is grayed out... Weird.

liquidzoo said:
I'm going to reflash everything soon to try to fix this issue anyway. I removed my previous sound mod and flashed this and still got the immediate reboot.
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EDIT: Hm...Reflashed everything and installed this mod with the Walkman addon pack. For some reason the Walkman player will not play at all... The play button is grayed out... Weird.
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I flashed walkman player too, it seems you have to open it, click play twice, exit, go back in and it'll play.
I also get random reboots just with Walkman. Well, not exactly random, whenever the screen turns off while Walkman player is on, it'll reboot.

Thanks for sharing this!
Works great with my Samsung SGH-i727 running CM10 stable.
Flashed the AC!D Audio Engine and the Walkman player. It's an AWESOME music mod.
I wasn't sure how to get rid of DSP Manager like the instructions said to do. There was no "uninstall" function in the app list.. only a greyed out "Disable" button. Decided not to worry about it and flashed anyway. Everything seems to be working fine.
Great stuff! :good:

To delete DSP manager I downloaded root browser and went to System<app<DSP manager I long pressed and click delete. That got rid of it.
AC!D is cool but I am having some problems with the Walkman player stuttering really bad on me. Cheers
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Sweet! Thanks man! Working great and sounding good
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This sound engine isn't very good for me. It cuts in and out and doesn't sound very good even when it works.
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I just may have to try this.
http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/6020/1352790016228.png

xcrazydx said:
This sound engine isn't very good for me. It cuts in and out and doesn't sound very good even when it works.
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Sorry to hear that. I've never had any cut offs or anything like that. Are you using any of the add-ons?
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Jhong209 said:
Sorry to hear that. I've never had any cut offs or anything like that. Are you using any of the add-ons?
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Just the sound engine and walkman.
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Can someone answer a question for me? I'm a bit fuzzy on the details:
Is the "walkman" a standalone music app? Like, an actual music player, or is it some sort of plug-in?
I like using PowerAmp and would like to continue using it... Wondering if this AC!D sound engine would work with that....

bobgodd said:
Can someone answer a question for me? I'm a bit fuzzy on the details:
Is the "walkman" a standalone music app? Like, an actual music player, or is it some sort of plug-in?
I like using PowerAmp and would like to continue using it... Wondering if this AC!D sound engine would work with that....
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walkman is a music player

kuroihoshi said:
walkman is a music player
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Ok, so is this MOD usable without the player? Hopefully someone is using it without the Walkman player.

bobgodd said:
Ok, so is this MOD usable without the player? Hopefully someone is using it without the Walkman player.
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Im using this without walkman. Totally works. I also use audio fx from the market as an equalizer. If your using the uclk4 rom, theres a bit more you have to do.
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Been using it for a bit now and I'm getting mixed feelings. Since I use power amp religiously, I did not download the Walkman player, but instead opted for their eq app. The adjustments in the eq all are pretty good and very noticeable when using he YouTube app, but hardly noticeable at all while playing music in power amp. I had all power amps eq and any sound settings turned off and still couldn't hear any discernable difference with any changes in their eq app. Very weird.
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Working DSP manager/Awesome beats

Has anyone found a working DSP manager or awesome beats for roms like liquid that doesn't distort bass? Thanks!
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BraddahBoi808 said:
Has anyone found a working DSP manager or awesome beats for roms like liquid that doesn't distort bass? Thanks!
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I would like this also! I cant find anything.....

Good question, I recently tried AC!D and beats, both were a no go. After installing beats it would just freeze my phone shortly after booting. I think acid is only for local music players though (correct me if I'm wrong), I'd like something that works with Play Music and Pandora. Not really a huge concern of mine until someone can confirm something works without bugs.
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Have you tried Noozxoide? I have had success with it on every ROM it has been installed on and it works across all apps.

Have you considered an eq application? That is all beats audio is. I can't speak for dolby, Sony, and others.
I'm an avid audiophile, so I know eq can be tedious if you want a set it and forget it option, but it is worth it, to me.
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MMag05 said:
Have you tried Noozxoide? I have had success with it on every ROM it has been installed on and it works across all apps.
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I did try Noozxoide when installing acid, I played with the EQ while using Play Music and Pandora, but I didn't notice a single change. Maybe I didn't select the correct settings while installing. It also made everything extremely loud to the point where it was like meant for people with hearing problems.
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DrewHulva said:
Have you considered an eq application? That is all beats audio is. I can't speak for dolby, Sony, and others.
I'm an avid audiophile, so I know eq can be tedious if you want a set it and forget it option, but it is worth it, to me.
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Beats Audio and DSP isn't just an eq app. There are libs added into the soundfx folder so it'll work properly. I have also tried Noozoxide and I haven't noticed any changes when changing the eq levels
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BraddahBoi808 said:
Beats Audio and DSP isn't just an eq app. There are libs added into the soundfx folder so it'll work properly. I have also tried Noozoxide and I haven't noticed any changes when changing the eq levels
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So what would one have to do to get the libraries to work with dsp if I am using it on liquid Rom for example. I have it on carbon with dsp functioning well but before on liquid it just didn't do anything. Does it have to be compiled into the actual rom source
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sn1p3r6992 said:
So what would one have to do to get the libraries to work with dsp if I am using it on liquid Rom for example. I have it on carbon with dsp functioning well but before on liquid it just didn't do anything. Does it have to be compiled into the actual rom source
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No it does not. Usually it'll come with the rom or there will be a flash able zip floating around with the files. What I'm having issues with is getting it to work on liquid without the bass becoming over powerful that it sounds distorted
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I have realized that it is hit or miss when it comes to this. Sometimes I get it to work on one ROM but can't on another ROM. I also noticed that you have to have some pretty good headphones to really get to know the difference in the audio quality.

[Sound MOD] [MF9/MDL] BMSound_Full the deep bass works on Sprint SPH-L720

Even though I flashed this with NO ISSUES whatsoever, please, for the love of God and all that is holy in the Android universe: Make a backup before flashing this! I am not responsible for what you do to your phone.
That being said: Guys...I have found what could quite possibly be the best sound mod for our phones ever. :victory:
1) first go to noskojv's thread and thank HIM NOT ME! I didn't write this mod but when I find something awesome I feel the need to share.
2) next if you have CWM go here to flash it.
3) if you're like me and you have TWRP go here to flash it.
Basically fauxsound will increase your gain (loudness) and Beats EQ will "clean up" any distortion. Beats EQ alone will not make your speaker louder.
To access the screens you see attached:
For the Beats EQ/ Music FX menu from the home screen select menu >> settings >> my device >> sound >> music effects
For the Beats EQ preset menu simply open your app drawer and find the app called BeatsEQ
Enjoy my Sprint brothers! :victory:
I also included a screenshot of my fauxsound settings.
Note: faux123's kernel OR ktoosez's kernel (which I use) found here and fauxsound are REQUIRED for fauxsound to work. You may use Beats EQ without fauxsound but if your intent on using this mod is for a volume increase Beats EQ alone will not accomplish this.
****Fauxsound will not work with any other kernel.****
***Note: I'm pretty sure Beats EQ is for Touchwiz ROMs only!

Nice! Thanks for forwarding along. I'll try it later.

mjs2011 said:
Nice! Thanks for forwarding along. I'll try it later.
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You're welcome buddy. Those screenshots are from my phone. I had no issues flashing this with TWRP whatsoever. It should install with ease.

I downloaded and installed the twrp version everything went smooth but when I select an option and apply it I have to wait for it to force close before I can do the next step and it didn't sound any better than using the Volume + I downloaded from the play store but thanks for sharing I want flaming just giving my experience with it every device handles things differently
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I downloaded and installed the twrp version everything went smooth but when I select an option and apply it I have to wait for it to force close before I can do the next step and it didn't sound any better than using the Volume + I downloaded from the play store but thanks for sharing I want flaming just giving my experience with it every device handles things differently
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what kernel are you using? and did you clear cache and dalvik when you installed? I get no force closes at all. What ROM are you running? Try and reboot and see if it clears up your issue. I've used volume+ and I can tell you this is definitely better. My ROM/Kernel setup is in my signature.

rawintellect said:
You're welcome buddy. Those screenshots are from my phone. I had no issues flashing this with TWRP whatsoever. It should install with ease.
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Thanks man, I listen to a ton of Michael Bolton, so hopefully the big bass in his songs will sound even better! :laugh:

mjs2011 said:
Thanks man, I listen to a ton of Michael Bolton, so hopefully the big bass in his songs will sound even better! :laugh:
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I do notice the difference more on my jbl bluetooth external speakers. there's more options like the strength of the eq setting and bass strength under the headphones and bluetooth tabs.
I think for Michael Bolton you'd love the 'R&B' setting the best. I listen to a lot of trip-hop and trance and it sounds great.
I wish I could demo my sound but unfortunately that would require me to be there in person but its pretty good!
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Nice, thanks! And I was totally joking about the Bolton, haha!

mjs2011 said:
Nice, thanks! And I was totally joking about the Bolton, haha!
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Hahaha! Hey...ya never know. I try not to put amyone's choice of music down
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I can't find the sound control in KT's kernel. Not sure what to set the settings to. This seems sweet. Thanks!

rawintellect said:
I do notice the difference more on my jbl bluetooth external speakers. there's more options like the strength of the eq setting and bass strength under the headphones and bluetooth tabs.
I think for Michael Bolton you'd love the 'R&B' setting the best. I listen to a lot of trip-hop and trance and it sounds great.
I wish I could demo my sound but unfortunately that would require me to be there in person but its pretty good!
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I think you might like some puscifer. Throw some on there. Look up puscifer - monsoons, or oceans, or tiny monsters, or humbling River

opz187 said:
I think you might like some puscifer. Throw some on there. Look up puscifer - monsoons, or oceans, or tiny monsters, or humbling River
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Or green valley.
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Or green valley.
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haha you already know
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& potions. i've loved Maynard since tool first started

opz187 said:
haha you already know
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Conditions of my parole is a very epic album.
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Downloaded and installed via cwm. Do not see any difference in the settings and no app in drawer.
Stock rooted and ktoosez kernel.
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Oh, and seeing Tool live in 2001 was the first religious type experience of my life.
Lol
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Anyone who knows puscifer and likes tool is a friend of mine

I can confirmthat this works on Free rom using faux kernel. :good:
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sweets55 said:
I can't find the sound control in KT's kernel. Not sure what to set the settings to. This seems sweet. Thanks!
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Ahh KT uses fauxsound. The link to download it from the market is in my OP.
I use fauxsound to increase my GAIN (make it louder) and essentially use this mod to reduce the distortion and the result is great sound. Even on the crappy speaker in the back of the phone.

Just embarrassed my friend with the HTC One. My speaker got WAY louder than his. And this makes my Beats headphones sound incredible
Ps. Used Fauxsound and Ktoonz kernel to increase speaker gain
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Yup. I went to their Austin show last year.. they jam
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SAShady said:
Just embarrassed my friend with the HTC One. My speaker got WAY louder than his. And this makes my Beats headphones sound incredible
Ps. Used Fauxsound and Ktoonz kernel to increase speaker gain
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That's absolutely awesome to hear (pun intended)!

[Request] Beats/Acid/EQ?

Is there a way to flash an apk or zip file to get a system wide EQ on our phone like Beats? The sound output via the headphones is soooooo low. Any help much appreciated. Thanks!

Viper4Android is by far the best IMO. It's a much easier install than AC!D as well. Beats(even Awesome Beats) was always garbage to me. Especially compared to AC!D/Viper4Android.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191223

Beats - https://db.tt/1EBIkSRr
I've not tried it my Nexus tho
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Seems like I have to edit build props to get Viper to work?
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I've decided to give a try to the Beats Audio™ PRO that used before on my N7 which is now outdated on playstore...if you find it and it works for you it is night and day compared to the original output. There is no equalization but IMO there is no need to. You can still play with EQ with your music player (I use poweramp). I've tried several DSP managers (downloaded, integrated in custom roms, etc...) but nothing comes close this mode. The only inconvience - you need to be root.

AliLaPointe said:
Seems like I have to edit build props to get Viper to work?
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I didn't need to. It worked straight away for me.

AliLaPointe said:
Seems like I have to edit build props to get Viper to work?
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Don't really need to. The stock ROM doesn't contain the lines to edit anyways.

Viper works, I highly recommend if using with a good IRS. Works great on my Nexus 5!! Best audio mod I've used.

Okay. I had installed beats on a previous phone awhile ago and wasn't at all impressed. The EQ in poweramp was good enough. However, seen this thread today and figured I'd give viper a shot being as how a couple people recommended it. Well, I am quite impressed. I've tried it on phone speaker and Bluetooth and it definitely offers an improvement, especially on Bluetooth. Hopefully, it is just as good on the headset, haven't been able to test it out yet. But yeah, definitely worth installing.
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Just installed Viper and it's not having any effect of the music from Google play music. What gives?
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AliLaPointe said:
Just installed Viper and it's not having any effect of the music from Google play music. What gives?
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Do you have the "Enable/V4A-FX is powered on" check box checked for the output you're using? There is one to check for Bluetooth, Speaker, and Headphones. All three have been working for me on Google Music.

Yeah, I have that box checked for my headphones. I've been changing the eq settings and nothing happens. Going to uninstall and reinstall.
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Thank Jesus! The low audio output even on headphones was driving me insane. Viper definitely got that taken care of for me on my N5.

trinikartel said:
Thank Jesus! The low audio output even on headphones was driving me insane. Viper definitely got that taken care of for me on my N5.
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The extra loud option for the speaker comes in handy too

Can anyone link me to viper? There's different versions on the store
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Marck527 said:
Can anyone link me to viper? There's different versions on the store
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191223
Use ViPER4Android FX and install it like a normal App.
For me works great..
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Yeah, I have that box checked for my headphones. I've been changing the eq settings and nothing happens. Going to uninstall and reinstall.
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Go to System-Settings/Sounds and set the Soundmod for Viper..
If You don't hear any changes go to Setiings in Viper and enable the FX Compatible Mode.
That will work.

Roger.T said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191223
Use ViPER4Android FX and install it like a normal App.
For me works great..
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Go to System-Settings/Sounds and set the Soundmod for Viper..
If You don't hear any changes go to Setiings in Viper and enable the FX Compatible Mode.
That will work.
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Thanks it's working.. But only on Google music player app. I use poweramp and no effect on it at all, however on googles music player it's really noticeable. Also I was hoping this would work system wide or at least YouTube.
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It works for me on Poweramp. Enable FX in Audio Settings and Test it. Sometime helps when You longpress the FX Button in Ton/Vol. Viper go open than uncheck the enable option and emable it again.
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What version did you use?
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Marck527 said:
Thanks it's working.. But only on Google music player app. I use poweramp and no effect on it at all, however on googles music player it's really noticeable. Also I was hoping this would work system wide or at least YouTube.
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It *is* system-wide. It won't work on PowerAmp unless you turn off DVC in PowerAmp's settings.
V4A is a comprehensive audio-driver replacement, not just some software EQ.