Every couple months i pointlessly ask this question.
Is anyone aware of an app that can adjust the headphone amplifier levels?
I need the headphone amp to have REDUCED volume to eliminate static noise when listening to quiet music at night.
Voodoo sound does this perfectly, but only works on samsung phones.
Thanks in advance, even though lets face it it doesn't exist.
stonew5082 said:
Every couple months i pointlessly ask this question.
Is anyone aware of an app that can adjust the headphone amplifier levels?
I need the headphone amp to have REDUCED volume to eliminate static noise when listening to quiet music at night.
Voodoo sound does this perfectly, but only works on samsung phones.
Thanks in advance, even though lets face it it doesn't exist.
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What exactly is causing this static noise??
DSP manager should be what you are looking for. Set the equalizer in the headphone settings to "custom" then reduce the levels across all the bands. If it is high pitched static you may just want to reduce the high frequencies
EDIT: Search the forums for "Dsp manager" to find the download link. Id post it but cant...
thornhill523 said:
What exactly is causing this static noise??
DSP manager should be what you are looking for. Set the equalizer in the headphone settings to "custom" then reduce the levels across all the bands. If it is high pitched static you may just want to reduce the high frequencies
EDIT: Search the forums for "Dsp manager" to find the download link. Id post it but cant...
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I appreciate your reponse but its not a solution. If you listen to quiet music at night like classical music, you will hear a static. Its a cheap headphone amp in the phone. Think about a guitar amp turned up too loud. You would hear the amp clearly when the guitar isn't playing. Some phones are worse than others in this regard. Turning the headphone amp down and the media volume UP reduces static noise and allows the media volume to be high.
Turning the eq down may help but at the cost of good sound quality. I have tried it.
And finally, here is the answer. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teamkang.fauxsound
I had the same problem to with white noise static coming in my low impedance in ear phones.
I edited these 2 files and lowered the gain to 48 for headset. I think by default its on 55.
They are in /system/etc
Files
TPA2051_CFG.csv
TPA2051_CFG_XC.csv
Edit and reboot. Make copies before edit just in case.
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So I ordered the GoGroove Bluegate Bluetooth Receiver from Amazon the other day and my package was delivered today! Woohoo!
I got everything set up in my room and was very impressed. I'm no audiophile, but I noticed no difference in quality between the Headphone jack and BT audio.
So out to my truck I went, got it all wired up the way I like, and started playing some tunes.
On Batakang 1.00 and using DoubleTwist, the volume was WAY TOO LOUD. It was also pretty distorted. So I made sure the stereo, BT volume, and media volume were all at the lowest settings to no avail. Still incredibly loud.
Is this phone just loud as hell? I know the external speaker is louder than most other phones. Is it software or hardware? Is there any way I can force the volume down? (Side note, I miss the expandable volume controls after pressing the rocker in CM9/CM10)
Any help is appreciated!
Use Audio Concert Pro from the play store and it should give you everything you need.
Cheers
Burgo
Ban-Hammer said:
So I ordered the GoGroove Bluegate Bluetooth Receiver from Amazon the other day and my package was delivered today! Woohoo!
I got everything set up in my room and was very impressed. I'm no audiophile, but I noticed no difference in quality between the Headphone jack and BT audio.
So out to my truck I went, got it all wired up the way I like, and started playing some tunes.
On Batakang 1.00 and using DoubleTwist, the volume was WAY TOO LOUD. It was also pretty distorted. So I made sure the stereo, BT volume, and media volume were all at the lowest settings to no avail. Still incredibly loud.
Is this phone just loud as hell? I know the external speaker is louder than most other phones. Is it software or hardware? Is there any way I can force the volume down? (Side note, I miss the expandable volume controls after pressing the rocker in CM9/CM10)
Any help is appreciated!
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It sounds like something in your setup is causing it to bypass the volume settings and just play at max volume. I use my phone all the time for bluetooth audio on 2 blackberry bluetooth gateways (home stereo and office stereo) and a sony bluetooth audio car stereo and I am able to control the volume just fine from both the phone and the stereos.
marky2mark said:
It sounds like something in your setup is causing it to bypass the volume settings and just play at max volume. I use my phone all the time for bluetooth audio on 2 blackberry bluetooth gateways (home stereo and office stereo) and a sony bluetooth audio car stereo and I am able to control the volume just fine from both the phone and the stereos.
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I think I figured it out. I installed "music volume EQ" from Play and I adjusted all bands to -15 db. This surprisingly made all volumes much more acceptable. I noticed media volume over 8 used to sound the same, like it was maxed out, but it seems much more granular now, and lower volumes are more "normal".
I suggest this fix for anyone who is unhappy with any volumes.
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I know this topic is way old, but I know what the problem is. I unlocked and flashed cm10.1, and while the bluetooth takes a few seconds to lock on, it now is at a reasonable volume, the BT volume slider changes volume, and it never jumps to 100% after connection. The Motorola BT drivers must be wonky. Anyway, that's it! Moto screwed up.
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Hey, when i hear music over in ear headphones, then it is pretty quiet.
My old LG was much louder with the same mp3 files.
Only when i use the build-in speaker, then it is loud enough.
Somewhere i read that that is limited by the EU to prevent hearing damage.
But that doesn't help me, because all my MP3's are almost same db level (mp3 gain).
Is there a way to get it louder? Ofc. does my phone has root.
Prototyp206 said:
Hey, when i hear music over in ear headphones, then it is pretty quiet.
My old LG was much louder with the same mp3 files.
Only when i use the build-in speaker, then it is loud enough.
Somewhere i read that that is limited by the EU to prevent hearing damage.
But that doesn't help me, because all my MP3's are almost same db level (mp3 gain).
Is there a way to get it louder? Ofc. does my phone has root.
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Try using this app from the play store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.omegacentauri.SpeakerBoost&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsIm1vYmkub21lZ2FjZW50YXVyaS5TcGVha2VyQm9vc3QiXQ..) It seemed to work for me on my Galaxy Y. I'm not sure about any other phones, I haven't even tried it on my Miro.
Prototyp206 said:
Hey, when i hear music over in ear headphones, then it is pretty quiet.
My old LG was much louder with the same mp3 files.
Only when i use the build-in speaker, then it is loud enough.
Somewhere i read that that is limited by the EU to prevent hearing damage.
But that doesn't help me, because all my MP3's are almost same db level (mp3 gain).
Is there a way to get it louder? Ofc. does my phone has root.
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As I told someone else , Do what i did, find the app called earpiece in the play store. After you install it, open up a music player, play a song, crank up the volume and open earpiece app. Next.thick the audio trough earpiece box and see what happens. You should hear a huge difference and the sound isn't distorted. If nothing changes just click and un click it a few times untill you hear a difference. And also if that's not enough you can also thick the volume boost box but that, as far as I can tell makes your treble stronger and leaves out the bass. Anyways just try it and I can promise your volume will improve.
Btw this works great with the headphones, I haven't tried it on the speaker phone. So just try it out and tell me if it works
Well i've tested gamer649's app until now. And it doesn't work for me. I cant hear any changes, even with 100% loudness.
Earpiece also not worked for me. It only worked with the built-in speakers, but there was no change on the headphone loudness
Prototyp206 said:
Well i've tested gamer649's app until now. And it doesn't work for me. I cant hear any changes, even with 100% loudness.
Earpiece also not worked for me. It only worked with the built-in speakers, but there was no change on the headphone loudness
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Regarding the earpiece app, did you remember to click on the " Audio Trough earpiece"?
Try it and if you don't hear any changes try it again a few more times. Sometimes it takes a little while until the app changes the volume( even dough in my case it starts right of ).
layup23 said:
Regarding the earpiece app, did you remember to click on the " Audio Trough earpiece"?
Try it and if you don't hear any changes try it again a few more times. Sometimes it takes a little while until the app changes the volume( even dough in my case it starts right of ).
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Well, of course that works. It can change the loudness of the speaker on the back and from the front, but has no effect on the headphones. They still have the same loudness even when i pull it up to the max ...
You can always try custom ROM like me - CM10 works fine on J, minus few minor bugs. It's pretty loud and the equalizer is just some nice stuff. :good:
Hmm yeah, would be an idea.
But before i try that, i want to try to get it work. I've also written sony an e-mail, and they said, that they had to limit the loudness because of an EU law
we've already tried fixing the loudness in the stock firmware itself but it didn't work... no im on CM10 and enjoying the music !!!
SONY Xperia Z5 - headphone jack - static + hissing noise
Description
Static / hissing noise through headphones and speaker while playing sounds (music etc.) especially on low volume. If DSEE HX is enabled in audio settings while using the official Sony music app, the sound is perfectly clear.
DSEE HX ON + Sony Music App = perfect sound
DSEE HX ON + YouTube, PowerAmp, ... = static noise
DSEE HX OFF + Sony Music App, YouTube, PowerAmp, ... = static noise
affected devices
Sony Xperia Z5
Sony Xperia Z5 Compact
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium
android version
Android 5.1.1
Build Number: 32.0.A.6.200
kernel: Stock, AndroPlus, etc.
troubleshooting
- flashed new / diffrent kernels and roms = same issue
- send to Sony Repair -> had to pay 250€ for repair because of unlocked bootloader = nope, certainly not
links
https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xper...ing-noise-audio-error-bug-report/td-p/1085160
https://www.reddit.com/r/SonyXperia/comments/3riwsd/xperia_z5_statichissing_noise_in_headphones/
Anybody with the same issue?
I think I have it too, but I'm not sure.
My phone has cracked glass on back side so imo they will not repair it for free even with locked bootloader.
Did You check sound without headset?
Not all Z5s affected - mine is fine. I just tested the Sony Music App and turning DSEE HX on and off. Headphones are older Sennheiser PX 200 - maybe some audiophile will have 10 reasons why they're crap and my test doesn't count BUT there's NO STATIC doing the tests above.
Siudzix said:
I think I have it too, but I'm not sure.
Did You check sound without headset?
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Yes, I tested it with several headphones (good ones, and cheap ones). I know I have a good hearing (the first volume step is enough for me), but it MUST be audible for every normal person.
You tried different headphones ? (I've tried 2 different headphones so far, and experienced this only upon using the other pair yesterday: Creative EP630; vs. some Philips Headphones where it didn't occur - so far ...)
alphatact1cs said:
Yes, I tested it with several headphones (good ones, and cheap ones). I know I have a good hearing (the first volume step is enough for me), but it MUST be audible for every normal person.
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uh, okay
I remember that at the beginning there wasn't any static noise but now the only option that "fixes" this is using DSEE HX,
this is ridiculous !
(I'm also getting this on the Galaxy S1, btw )
This bothered me a great deal since sometimes I listen to music before I sleep and it's really annoying - getting me to be more alert rather than more and more sleepy
One way to promote DSEE HX
Could be that software updates to certain components (kernel ? music player ? libraries ?) did cause this or some other factors
zacharias.maladroit said:
This bothered me a great deal since sometimes I listen to music before I sleep and it's really annoying - getting me to be more alert rather than more and more sleepy
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This is what I do (or want to do).
zacharias.maladroit said:
You tried different headphones ? (I've tried 2 different headphones so far, and experienced this only upon using the other pair yesterday: Creative EP630; vs. some Philips Headphones where it didn't occur - so far ...)
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I tried the Z5 headphones, Sennheiser In-Ear CX 300, and Sony MDR1A. With the MDR1A the sound quality was ok.
I tried diffrent kernels, flashed diffrent roms...everytime the same problem. I think DSEE HX is only enabled in the Sony Music App. If someone could find a solution to enable it systemwide, that would be great.
alphatact1cs said:
This is what I do (or want to do).
I tried the Z5 headphones, Sennheiser In-Ear CX 300, and Sony MDR1A. With the MDR1A the sound quality was ok.
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Yeah, I'm planning to use this phone partly for work & at home so it has to work flawlessly - calming after some stress is also part of the plan.
Nice ! I've got the same Sony MDR1a, will see how those work for me
Anyone took a look at the following soundmod ?
[SPLIT THREAD] The first Soundmod for the Xperia Z5 : Project Desire http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...it-thread-soundmod-xperia-z5-project-t3255636
Project Desire have many Features like an improved DSEE-HX for better Audiophile feel or White Noise Killer, it's Ultra Clear and wonderful for your ears, you will hear what you never heard
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Challenge accepted :silly:
(once I unlock the bootloader & use custom parts - I'm still seeing whether I can get this all to work without modding & mainly work on Sony's part )
@alphatact1cs that MOD appears to be system-wide, it's not DSEE-HX but it's a start, after that it might only be some modding to get DSEE-HX globally
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okay, tested the following additional headphones (high quality ? what are their differing characteristics ?)
MDR-1a
Xiaomi Piston V2 (2.1)
in both the static noise ("white noise") was still there but only much more subtle - still annoying in the long run
edit2:
is this "static noise" equal to IMD+Noise measured by gsmarena ?
http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_z5-review-1326p7.php
http://www.gsmarena.com/gsmarena_lab_tests-review-751p4.php
If yes, it would be nice to know if the original Xperia Z also head this "behavior":
http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note_3-review-996p8.php (similar values with headphones attached for IMD+Noise)
zacharias.maladroit said:
Yeah, I'm planning to use this phone partly for work & at home so it has to work flawlessly - calming after some stress is also part of the plan.
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Same here
zacharias.maladroit said:
Nice ! I've got the same Sony MDR1a, will see how those work for me.
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I Have the MDR1A-DAC. It has an inbuild DAC, so I can use it via USB.
zacharias.maladroit said:
[SPLIT THREAD] The first Soundmod for the Xperia Z5 : Project Desire http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...it-thread-soundmod-xperia-z5-project-t3255636
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I added it to my INDEX so others will find it, thanks.
Its not a permanent noise, it interferes with the music, but only when a tone is played. I have to get my phone back from Sony, then I can try new solutions and record the distortion.
[INFO]: Lower SPL/mW means lower noise. The device has to use a higher voltage to generate the same amount of volume = fewer distortions.
Got some new experience:
If "Developer Options" are enabled and "Use AwesomePlayer (deprecated)" is toggled, then there's no output for Sony's Music app (while DSEE HX is enabled),
but the other music apps (only some ?) still work but there's also still the white noise while playing music (e.g. JetAudio), so I assume that doesn't use NuPlayer ?
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(also posted in ProjectDesire thread)
Another observation:
When setting the preamp to -30 dB on the Galaxy S1 (Voodoo Sound Mod), the white noise mostly goes away - the max output isn't as high as with preamp set to max (of the hardware limits) - but output is much clearer and appears less distorted (IMD, THD ? http://www.gsmarena.com/gsmarena_lab_tests-review-751p4.php )
The difference is that with DSEE HX on the max output appears to be non-changed from the default (e.g. no settings or ClearAudio+),
so DSEE HX appears to utilize the hardware's full potential (preamp TFA98XX according to http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64005513&postcount=4),
while also tuning the software to optimum ...
edit:
essentially what the following does: https://github.com/AndroPlus-org/an...mmit/3ad9cddb55bc361c8bf8f6d38159c7d4efd95b92 Fix static noise on high end headphones , but that comes with the issue of voice cancelling not working, so perhaps not so low values ...
Looks like we also need some sort of Voodoo for the Z5 series ( @supercurio I'm looking at you)
I think Rev4 is the one with least problems. I don't feel this, think lucky me.
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Hi all,
Just had this problem on my Z5. Fixed by going to Settings > Sound & notification > Audio Settings
and turned DSEE HX off and ClearAudio+ off. Then in Sound effects, turn everything off.
Cheers.
I get the hissing statistic background effects too when playing videos, music, games etc.. Anybody found a solution to this?? Changing audio settings doesn't make a any real difference.. possibly a software/driver bug?? I can't remember if the sound was hissing on lollipop before I updated to marshmallow.. it's subtle hissing-static but very noticeable when putting the speaker close to the ear.. It almost sounds like sound interference or sound crossover (different frequencies overlapping causing static rustling hissing effect)..
Original Xperia Z never had this issue.. I just hope it's not device/speaker related as I can't be bothered going through a long process for a replacement..
But if it was device speaker related, wouldn't the noise also occur while on a phone call?? Both internal and external sound?? Just a thought..
I'm going to look in to this further and see if I can find a possible perm fix or something, unless one already exists..
Any ideas guys??
Sent from my E6653
Okey, I found an ACTUAL fix for this, believe it or not You do have to pay a few dollars for an app called FauxSound if u want it to work though, and it's not 100% perfect, but makes the white noise inaudible in ALL apps for me. Also, it's not my fault if this doesn't work for you, or ends up exploding your phone or something :3
I expect most of you to find this as easy as installing any mod, but in short you have to use FauxSound (or maybe an alternative, I used FauxSound) together with a supported kernel, which in my case was Zach's Kernel Playground. Stock and AndroPlus does NOT work. Long story; after installing the kernel (or the FauxSound supported kernel of your choice) through TWRP and downloading FauxSound from Google Play, I opened the app and put "Digital Output Gain Controls" down to -17 after toggling "Link Headphones Gain Controls". Keep in mind that I use the Headphone volume boost mod which is posted somewhere here on XDA, so unless you also use that, you might want to turn it to -10 or so. After that it was as simple as turning volume a few steps higher than normal and listening to music with NO white noise/static . Best part is that if you're using speakers where the volume is too low, you can use the same app to boost the volume past what's standard. That also includes your phone speakers, but be careful not to break your phone or other equipment.
BTW, I use the Z5 Compact, and I'm suspecting you Z5 users to have more kernels to choose between. Also, this might use more battery or something, don't know and don't care.
Gonna go and post this on Z5C forum too, good luck
Edit: Also, the FauxSound app has a bug where your settings will reset when you open the app/browse through its menus. TURN DOWN THE VOLUME BEFORE CHANGING THE SETTINGS. Or else you'll get your volume turned up to max and blow up your ears. It also MIGHT reset when phone has idled, and will (depending on your settings) reset when you reboot your device.
Also, small bug when phone has idled, if noise is higher on one earpiece or goes up and down, go into the app and drag "PowerAmp" up or down.
Edit: Wrong acc :|
One possibility could be the Audioflinger
The Audioflinger has the normal outputs like Direct, Fast, Deep Buffer, etc. and a special one made by Sony for Sony devices called Sony High Resolution Audio API
This cause why we have DSEE-HX and why we can hear Hi Res songs on all Sony phones up to Z3
So my theory is then that they made some mistakes on the Audioflinger on the normal outputs which cause this static noise, and that's then why u don't have it on DSEE-HX because there the Sony Hi Res Audio API works and that is a new output
I hope I could help a bit with that, again that's just a theory and I just can know that when I have the source code
Your PDesire
Lelelelel said:
Okey, I found an ACTUAL fix for this, believe it or not You do have to pay a few dollars for an app called FauxSound if u want it to work though, and it's not 100% perfect, but makes the white noise inaudible in ALL apps for me. Also, it's not my fault if this doesn't work for you, or ends up exploding your phone or something :3
I expect most of you to find this as easy as installing any mod, but in short you have to use FauxSound (or maybe an alternative, I used FauxSound) together with a supported kernel, which in my case was Zach's Kernel Playground. Stock and AndroPlus does NOT work. Long story; after installing the kernel (or the FauxSound supported kernel of your choice) through TWRP and downloading FauxSound from Google Play, I opened the app and put "Digital Output Gain Controls" down to -17 after toggling "Link Headphones Gain Controls". Keep in mind that I use the Headphone volume boost mod which is posted somewhere here on XDA, so unless you also use that, you might want to turn it to -10 or so. After that it was as simple as turning volume a few steps higher than normal and listening to music with NO white noise/static . Best part is that if you're using speakers where the volume is too low, you can use the same app to boost the volume past what's standard. That also includes your phone speakers, but be careful not to break your phone or other equipment.
BTW, I use the Z5 Compact, and I'm suspecting you Z5 users to have more kernels to choose between. Also, this might use more battery or something, don't know and don't care.
Gonna go and post this on Z5C forum too, good luck
Edit: Also, the FauxSound app has a bug where your settings will reset when you open the app/browse through its menus. TURN DOWN THE VOLUME BEFORE CHANGING THE SETTINGS. Or else you'll get your volume turned up to max and blow up your ears. It also MIGHT reset when phone has idled, and will (depending on your settings) reset when you reboot your device.
Also, small bug when phone has idled, if noise is higher on one earpiece or goes up and down, go into the app and drag "PowerAmp" up or down.
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OMG thank you so much.
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Hi everybody
I've had the same issue described in the 1st post since I bought my z5 e6653.
Now I updated it to 32.3.A.0.376, Nougat. Nothing seems to have changed,but I experienced interesting things, even if i don't know if they are related to the nougat update but my situation at this moment is the following:
Google play music or Sony music: headphones + DSEE HX on-> perfect sound
Google play music or Sony music: without headphones -> noise even with DSEE HX
Any video or game: noise anyhow
But...
First strange thing:
Spotify with or without headphones, DSEE HX on or off..perfect sound! It's the only app at this moment to have a perfect sound without any "help" nor DSEE HX !
Second:
I read something above about faux sound, but I tried with a free app that is "volume booster goodev": when you open this app it's just a pop up and you can choose the % of boost. That's the strange thing: I press play in Google play music, then I set the % of boost on 0 or 1% in that pop up and...the noise goes away!! The same volume (1% boost is not so much and it works even with 0%) but without this annoying noise! And it seems to be working with all of my apps.
Why a simple app can solve this problem while Sony doesn't move a finger?
FC24 said:
Hi everybody
I've had the same issue described in the 1st post since I bought my z5 e6653.
Now I updated it to 32.3.A.0.376, Nougat. Nothing seems to have changed,but I experienced interesting things, even if i don't know if they are related to the nougat update but my situation at this moment is the following:
Google play music or Sony music: headphones + DSEE HX on-> perfect sound
Google play music or Sony music: without headphones -> noise even with DSEE HX
Any video or game: noise anyhow
But...
First strange thing:
Spotify with or without headphones, DSEE HX on or off..perfect sound! It's the only app at this moment to have a perfect sound without any "help" nor DSEE HX !
Second:
I read something above about faux sound, but I tried with a free app that is "volume booster goodev": when you open this app it's just a pop up and you can choose the % of boost. That's the strange thing: I press play in Google play music, then I set the % of boost on 0 or 1% in that pop up and...the noise goes away!! The same volume (1% boost is not so much and it works even with 0%) but without this annoying noise! And it seems to be working with all of my apps.
Why a simple app can solve this problem while Sony doesn't move a finger?
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Video demonstration
Hi,
I managed to make a video demostrating the issue we're facing. I can't post the link as a new user :/ The video id is "d63WJi0-kuo" and the title is "Sony Xperia Z5 Compact noise / hissing / distortion issue with sound".
I'm posting this based on my testing on various sources that the ZF6 sounds with my 3.5mm earphones sound different than my laptop, desktop, and galaxy S7. Desktop, laptop and my S7 sound identical.
Any rock song seem to be overly muffled on the ZF6 on my 3.5mm earphones and I can't seem to fix it. I have tried testing with various settings in AudioWizard and also tried disablling it to no avail.
Not sure if it was like this in Android 9 and also in Android 10.
Anyone else notice this?
I don't have any problem with audio. Have you tried another media player? I use Poweramp.
aleksander002 said:
I don't have any problem with audio. Have you tried another media player? I use Poweramp.
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Tried different media player, youtube, twitch. Everything sounds off on the ZF6 compared to my mentioned examples.
Can you elaborate more about what exactly makes it sound off? Weird frequency response, some kind of sound effect, distortions/cracks? I will try to compare my phone once more.
aleksander002 said:
Can you elaborate more about what exactly makes it sound off? Weird frequency response, some kind of sound effect, distortions/cracks? I will try to compare my phone once more.
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Sorry, English is not my first language.
As far as as describing the problem, there's no inherent "problem" with the sound per se, but most songs I listen to on a daily basis sounds very different and off in a really bad way. I've disabled AudioWizard, and also tweaked with the equalizer, bass, treble in AudioWizard and nothing.
I've kept my best in keeping everything same for testing. Like, listening to the same song, using the same earphones, and pretty much tried my best in keeping things in stock settings and same across my laptop, desktop, s7 and zf6 as best as I could.
I think there's some funky equalizer setting that is muffling certain "tones" in music and I can't access it or something. I have no idea.
Not rooted/locked bootloader if that makes any difference. No funky app or add-on that could possibly affect this.
Edit: try listening to this: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3x8geNo31yg
the first 30 seconds sounds so obviously different to me. If this is not the case for you then something is wrong with my zf6 whether by some setting or defective
I can't hear any significant difference between my Zenfone 6 and a Acer Laptop without EQs. The music is quite old and not a high quality one but other than that everything plays fine.
Hi,
I do not own a Zenfone 6 but did own a Zenfone 5 last year and listened to a lot of music. I was coming from an HTC 10(the brand I went back to).
I did experience issues with the sound quality on the Zenfone 5 both on the external speaker and through headphones. The problem being an eq setting (which I had no power over) that lowers automatically the volume when low frequencies (any kind of percussions or beats) played fom either a music player or streaming app. The result was a "wavy" sound where volume fluctuated in a noticeable way, plunging down when low frequencies kicked in (I guess it's a way to stay under a certain maximum dB level?). The rest of the frequencies sounded muffled and blended together. Basically there wasn't a good sound separation even through the headphone jack.
No setting on AudioWizard could solve the issue and it was widely reported on the ZenTalk forums.
I remember a software update which claimed to solve the problem but simply ended rising the max volume through the jack, mantaining the sound distortion as it was. I found no solution whatsoever and switched brand.
I don't know if this problem changed on the 6 but what you describe sounds to me almost exactly what I experienced on the Zenfone 5.
It sounds like there was an output limiter of some kind which was altering the sound to avoid speaker distortion. I didn't notice this on my Zenfone 6. I've never had an Asus before though.
I had several problems with the audio from the 3.5 jack after updating to andoid 10, especially with the fm radio. I had to downgrade to android 9 to fix it.