Galaxy S4 sound level

[Raypalmer]

When equalizer is turned off sound level is higher than when it is on. Why is this and how can I get the higher sound levels?

[Daniel · Accepted solution]

Hi,

Android works slightly differently, rather than having EQ's per app/system etc they all tap into a global EQ which controls all volumes, settings globally for all apps that tap into the media output sound channel. The inbuilt EQ (or "Audio Effects" as it's called in the app) in spotify is essentially just a link to the Equalizer built into the ROM. 

So any sound loss by having the EQ enabled is due to your equaliser and is not something Spotify actually controls. Maybe try a different equaliser app such as ViPER4Android FX (which is what I use), or Equalizer and the option will appear in the Spotify app. Clicking on it will take you to the EQ app where you can control the settings.

FYI:- xda thread for V4A with setup guide, tips and support is: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191223

[raypalmer22]

Sorted. Thank you