yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] nirogu325:
No, I do not use Magisk and that's precisely one of the reasons why I don't use it for now. I'm already used to seeing Magisk users posting mod compatibility issues on several threads. I see SuperSU as the more mature root solution for now IMO.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Ryder.:
Dual mono v2 works on android 8.0? Are there issues?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] AfterLifez:
I flashed it with no problems, it works well. No issues until now.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Nex23:
Works perfectly.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
As the location of the su folder changed with the new SBIN mode in SuperSU 2.82 SR2, here are the updated zip files for systemless DualMonoV2 and Surround Sound Louder.

EDIT: Noticed I had made a mistake in the Surround Sound Louder zip and it wasn't copying the script. I've now fixed that.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] martin.velvet:
Works on stock 8.0.0 just fine.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] meciu99:
Can someone help me with editing mixer-paths?

I have a hardware problem with 2nd mic (1st mic used in voice calls & video rec is working fine)

When on video-call (skype, fb messenger) or speaker-call mic is not working well, people only can hear noise when I tap on phone - nothing else.

I've tried to change speaker-mic path name from DMIC3 to DMIC1 but no results.

Anyone?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] StormIceX:
I installed the 6.0.1 on main post and works fine with Oreo. What's the difference between your files and the file in main post?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
They are based on newer files from 7.1.2 (there are some slight changes), they enable stereo recording and use a higher bitrate for the audio in videos (192kbps vs 96kpbs) and if you use the Magisk or SuperSU versions, you can still install OTA updates as they don't modify /system.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] StormIceX:
I need to flash stock settings before I install the updated zip? Which is better? Dual mono or surround louder?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
You don't need to. If you flash the regular files it will just replace the old ones. If you use systemless or Magisk, the new ones will just be loaded instead of the old ones. I prefer DualMono but it's a matter of taste.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Atok_fr:
I don't understand what this mod does. Is it just another equalizer or does it change the way Android treat the music with new system files ? What does it change really and what's the result on the sound quality ?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
It enables the use of the earpiece speaker as a second speaker when listening to music or watching videos. The sound is a little bit louder and immersive as you are using two speakers instead of one.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] pmacevad:
Does this work for Oreo?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] j-a-d-z:
Yes.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] LoqOs195:
Did someone reported any kind of harm or lowerness in the quality of the sound after installing this mod for a while (like weeks or months)?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Have used this mod since it was released, haven't noticed any kind of decrease in quality.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] szucsgf:
Me too.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] neth15:
Upper speaker as tweeter for Magisk

Hello,

I ported this little mod (Tweeter version) to Magisk. I have no previous experience with building Magisk modules, but this one isn't really that difficult. I use it myself and it works just fine.

But first, some credits and thanks belong to:
[MENTION=5108383]sshafranko[/MENTION] - for coming up with the idea of using both front facing speakers during media playback on our beloved Nexus 5X
[MENTION=5940484]Jose-MXL[/MENTION] - for the idea of using upper speaker just as tweeter, without left/right channel separation

and ofc [MENTION=4470081]topjohnwu[/MENTION] for Magisk and Magisk Module template

Links:

https://xdaforums.com/nexus-5x/themes-apps/mod-surround-sound-testers-t3252659

https://xdaforums.com/nexus-5x/them...nd-testers-t3252659/post66653858#post66653858

https://github.com/topjohnwu/magisk-module-template
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] LoqOs195:
Thank you [MENTION=1346563]CazeW[/MENTION] [MENTION=4783761]szucsgf[/MENTION] I will try this mod once my warranty expires cause the 5x vanilla audio quality is just terrible
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] parthabhatta:
Did anybody test this on Android O / AICP? Please report.

I used this mod long back during the days of Android M and N (Dev Previews) and it worked flawless.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] neth15:
Working perfectly on stock Oreo, should work on AICP as well.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] buffer overflow:
Works pretty well in AICP Oreo. I'm on.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Ham3dt:
I've copied/replaced mixer_paths.xml to system/etc with rw rw r permissions and restarted the device but it's not working and the main speaker disabled too!

ive systemless root Android 8.

help!
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Wrong permissions, it should rw-r-r (644). Link to stock files. You can also get systemless files from here.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Ham3dt:
thx, flashed surround sound and it's working nicely.

what's the difference between surround and dual mono?

dual mono seemed a bit louder to me but surround a bit like stereo. am i right?

does stereo mic affect call talking?

sorry for noob questions...
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Dual mono is just like the name suggest, mono sound (slightly tweaked) from both speakers. Surround is more like stereo, but as the earpiece speaker is far less powerful than the bottom one, the other channel won't play as loudly.

Stereo mic only affects when recording video or audio.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] raffejos:
Which version I have to use? I have PixelRom with Android 8 installed and francokernel. So maybe somebody can halp me with a download link and an install instruction?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
If you have SuperSU, you can use systemless. If you have Magisk, you can use Magisk. If you have neither, use the normal version. Just flash one of them through TWRP (or FlashFire). If you are in doubt, use the normal version.

Normal, old SuperSU systemless, Magisk

SuperSU (SBIN mode) systemless
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] simonsak:
Hi, I was able to flash the mod without a problem, but there is no sound coming out of the upper speaker. Could the cause for this be that I disconnected the contacts of the main (lower) speaker since it is making squicking noises. I am using stock rom, Android 8.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Ham3dt:
ive had the same problem, try clear cache/dalvik after flashing the zip.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] simonsak:
Thx for the advice. I cleared the cache but no change, still no sound coming from the upper speaker. Do I need to do anything else after installing the mod and restarting the nexus?

Regards,

Simon
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Which zip did you flash?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Ryder.:
I don't know which mod to choose... Which one is better? Dual mono v2 or surround sound? What is the difference? Any suggestions?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] osm0sis:
Probably explained best here: https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=66653858&postcount=276 (the Tweeter Mod later became Dual Mono)

I went with [MENTION=1346563]CazeW[/MENTION]'s StereoMic + DualMonoV2 zip, he's done a good job keeping it up to date for systemless SuperSU, including SBINBIND mode. It's linked a few posts back.

I'm using it on SuperSU rooted stock with Franco Kernel right now and it's excellent. :):good:
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Momofil31:
I've flashed surround sound louder zip from this post on stock rooted nexus 5x and seems that the upper speaker doesn't make any sound when listening to music from youtube for example.

How can I fix this issue?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] laugeek57:
Hello,

It's strange I use this me too and work perfectly with Youtube...

You use another mod sound on your phone ??
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Momofil31:
Sorry, I forgot to tell i am using pixel mod for graphics and launcher. But no other sound mod are installed.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] laugeek57:
Even stranger I already use the pixel mod and no worries either ??

Try flashing Universal deep-buffer Remover.zip
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Momofil31:
I'll try
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] laugeek57:
https://androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=165953
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Momofil31:
Mmm... Nothing changed :(
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] laugeek57:
Sorry i have never encountered this problem either on a stock rom or a custom in my opinion you should do a clean install ..:confused:
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Momofil31:
Okay, last thing, is the .zip (StereoMic_and_Surround_Sound_Louder-Systemless(SBIN).zip) i used the right one or do I have to choose another one?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] laugeek57:
I always use this : Nexus_5x_6.0.1_Surround_Louder and i'm rooted with magisk v14.3
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] osm0sis:
If you're using SuperSU in SBINBIND mode (default only in Oreo). Use the other zip for Magisk or older su.img SuperSU. Both are linked 2 pages back in CazeW's post. All working great here.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Is your su located in the /sbin/supersu folder?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Momofil31:
No, it isn't.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
I noticed I had made a mistake in the Surround Sound Louder SBIN zip as it wasn't copying the script into the folder. I've now updated the post with a fixed version. But if you don't have that /sbin/supersu folder, then you need an older systemless zip. I made a zip for the Surround Sound Louder for the older SuperSU if that's want you want to use.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] szucsgf:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=64056100
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] darkfangex5:
How do i decrease the top speaker volume so i can remove any distortion when playing my music at max volume/ when ring tones go off?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] sshafranko:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=64007407
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] darkfangex5:
Thanks :) I didn't realize that was for the top speaker. I thought it was for only the bottom speaker.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] sshafranko:
Yea Rx7 is the main speaker and Rx1 is the earpiece speaker. I added the pics to post 2 in case anyone wants to change the volume on their own. If anyone is uncomfortable trying it let me know here and ill make a couple more flashable zips with different volume levels..☺
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] szucsgf:
I can verify this. I always downloaded from phone and the zip was always corrupt. I could never flash successfully and I couldn't extract the contents on my phone to install manually. I just downloaded via PC and moved the file to my phone and it flashed successfully. Strange.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] darkfangex5:
At this point I feel like I'm being difficult for asking but is it possible to make both speakers mono?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] sshafranko:
Maybe its a Mediafire thing. Ill transfer them over to AFH see if it helps. I always liked Mediafire because it never gave me issues, its simple to use because they have an app, and no advertisements just a nice DL button...
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] manup456:
Totally not a mediafire thing its more of a Google chrome thing. I have issues downloading from AFH as well with it. I use Firefox and all is well with your Mediafire link and the AFH links I was having issues with. I used Firefox to download your mod and everything worked great.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] gleggie:
That's strange, on chrome I download files from AFH perfectly, I only have issues with mediafire occasionally

Sent from my Nexus 5X (vzw)
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] manup456:
I bet you download this mod with Firefox it works. I had an issue a few times trying to download Chroma with AFH and then tried Firefox and it worked perfect. I'm not a avid Firefox user but was having issues and said let me try and it worked same with this mod.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] noturbru:
Can you port this to Android One?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] sshafranko:
Post your mixer_paths and if you have a mixer_gains file and ill check it out..try to give me the files from the latest update..
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] noturbru:
Is the mixer_paths can be found in /system/etc? If yes i can't find it i think there's no such file in this device.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] parthabhatta:
Would like to have a zip with slight increase in earpiece speaker keeping main speaker as it is.

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No need on second thoughts, as i saw i am already on "89" in the mixer-paths.xml file and according to you 90 is the safe threshold. So i will make myself satisfied with 89.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] sshafranko:
Take screen shot of your etc folder please
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] :
Hey buddy, would you mind applying this mod for my S4 as well? I'm running an S6 ROM on it, if this matters. I've attached the mixer paths file. Thanks in advance :)
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] noturbru:
Here are the ss:
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] gingus7:
Will this work if you haven't ran a custom rom? I'm haven't ran a custom rom on a phone before.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] sshafranko:
You have to be rooted
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Momofil31:
Thank you very much, with this .zip it is working!??
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CLPose:
Hi, there! So sorry to be one of the many that asks once and again, but: which zip should I flash? :confused: OP provides ZIPs for 6.0 and 6.0.1, and when I looked for 7.1.2 in the search box I found a lot of ZIPs and XML, files :eek: I've gone through this thread and so I'm confused! :crying: I'm in official LOS14.1, with LOS SU add-on (system or systemless?), and I want the surround sound + stereo recording mod :D So, what ZIP shohuld I flash through TWRP? Which ZIP should I flash if I want to revert changes back?

Thanks a lot!
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] easyrider77:
I too would like to know, since the OP has 6.x.x and if there is a newer version which one is best to use.

I am currently on Octos rom 7.1.2.

If the OP works I can use that, but if there are newer and the newer is needed, is there any way to update the op to reflect the new one to use?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] kevtrysmoddin:
They should all work in using duAl mono V2 on 8.1
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
When in doubt, just flash the normal one from my zips (the ones from the OP will also work, but there has been some changes in the files since Marshmallow). The normal version will copy the files to the system/etc folder. Systemless is for those who use SuperSU and want to keep OTA compatibility as it instead loads the files with a script, leaving the system partition intact.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] yashpatel99:
Unstable in 8.1

This mod pretty unstable in Android 8.1 beta, sometimes suddenly both the speakers will go off then I have to restart my phone to make the speakers play again. So please someone work on this mod to make it stable on 8.1
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] zurik:
I don't have any issue with the mod on 8.1.0
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Which one of the zips are you using? From the OP or one of mine?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] yashpatel99:
I used Surround sound under 6.0.1
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Try one of mine.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] zurik:
Yesterday and today I'm faced exact the same issue as you described.

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I used the magisk variant and I still have the exact same issue with magisk module. I try now the zip that overwrite the mixerpaths xml and I will see if this should work properly.

Edit: the issue is a bug on 8.1.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Maerk-051:
Any negative effect on battery life?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] osm0sis:
Logically it'll drain a little faster while playing media or games because it's using 2 speakers instead of one. I don't think it's major though, I haven't really noticed a difference.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] sasory:
Hey guys! Who can help make SURROUND SOUND on Xiaomi Mi A1?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] zurik:
Thanks for the Magisk Module but I noticed distortion. Maybe it's too loud?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] androidalexm:
Noticed it too. Android 7.1.2 lineage os 14.1
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] stifmaster81:
it works for the new 8.1?

Enviado desde mi Nexus 5X mediante Tapatalk
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] axiel7:
Magisk version works for me
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] stifmaster81:
Magic also works for me, I ask for the sorroumd mode for the new image 8.1

Enviado desde mi Nexus 5X mediante Tapatalk
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] axiel7:
There's a magisk version for this mod
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] Tortel:
Didn't for me
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] DMA2013:
What is the best version ?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] chavocarlos:
This works well for me, Android 8.1, Magisk v14.5, stock kernel.

DualMono is my favourite.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Personally I like DualMonoV2 best. As for the zips, pick the one for the root method you're using.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] _Ghost:
Which post would have the various versions?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] j-a-d-z:
The one he quoted?

https://xdaforums.com/nexus-5x/themes-apps/mod-surround-sound-testers-t3252659/post72337047
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] SomeRandomGeezer:
Whenever I try to install the Magisk version zip it always tells me that Magisk is not activated and then tells me installation failed. I know it's working though because I have around 10 other modules working so I've no clue what's wrong. It has done it before with other mods. Thing is, they intall fine when I get modules from the official downloads section. ?*♂️
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] axiel7:
Could you update the magisk mod? Causes bootloop on latest magisk beta 14.6
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Are you sure it's caused by the module? The module should still work the same and there's reports in the beta thread about people having bootloops with the 14.6 in general.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] axiel7:
I only use two modules, and only when I flash this my phone doesn't boot
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Try the attached zip. Used a different template for it but I have my doubts it will make a difference since it's essentially still the same (I doubt they made changes to the module installation in 14.6). If it still doesn't work, I'd recommend removing Magisk completely, going back to stock boot and reinstalling again.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] axiel7:
Nope, it doesn't work
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Then it's an issue with your phone and Magisk 14.6. Try reinstalling Magisk from scratch.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] axiel7:
I tried flashing the magisk uninstaller zip then flashed magisk and the mod, but it doesn't work. I'm using the no-magisk zip for now.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Added files in my post for Magisk v15 as the module templates have changed.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] MrGHLover:
does this work on android 8.1?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] buffal0b1ll:
Yes.

Nexus_6.0.1_Surround.zip still works great for me on 8.1
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] MrGHLover:
sweet. that's good to know
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
There have been some slight changes to the files since the files in OP, but they should still work. All of my zips are up to date and work.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] dodjob:
Tried to flash the V2 magisk on my 8.1 and how much it flashes flawlessly, the mode isn't activated (still one hp working) any hint/right procedure to get it to work?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] blunatic:
nothing
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
I'm using the magisk version myself, works flawlessly. Have you enabled the module in magisk manager? Easiest way to install it is to flash it straight from the manager. The top speaker isn't going to be as loud as the bottom one, but easiest way to test if it's working is to cover the bottom speaker and put your ear to the top speaker.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] RegularSam:
Same question here, I would really like to give it a try but I have the latest build of January 2018.

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Where you found the magisk version of this mod?
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
I posted about it one page back...

Link to files
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] RegularSam:
I'm on the phone app and your post was 12 pages back. Anyway, thanks but I tried to install the StereoMic_and_DualMonoV2-Magisk.zip without success, don't know why.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Try the Magisk-v15 file.

And I posted this on the previous page...
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] abdess47:
work's perfectly for me thank's lot
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] zurik:
It's working on Jan 05 8.1 Oreo
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] fleischbanane:
I got this error log when I try to install the magisk15 module:

- Copying zip to temp directory
- Installing Camera-NX-Mod-2018.1.13.zip
Archive: /data/user/0/com.topjohnwu.magisk/cache/install.zip
inflating: /dev/tmp/install/module.prop
update-binary[149]: awk: not found
(!) Magisk mount point not found
Failed!
! Installation failed
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Read your log again and you might see what's wrong... HINT: Second line.

If you are getting the same error with my zip file, are you using the latest Magisk? Looks to me like it's not properly installed.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] fleischbanane:
Ohh, but anyway had the same issue with your module. Reflashed everything from ROM (unofficial Lineage 15.1) to magisk (1531) and now all modules work. My 5X is now encrypted so this could have caused the issue. Don't know, but its the only thing which is changed because i forgot the zip to disable it.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] dodjob:
I did exactly that, but it doesn't work on mine... Thanks anyway for your help :)
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] floydwar:
On my LG Nexus 5x it works perfectly
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] RegularSam:
Unfortunately it didn't work for me. I flashed without problems but after restart nothing changed
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] SickCuriosity:
I got the standard 6.1 version working fine on AICP android 8.1, but strangely I can't uninstall it. I wanted to install the Magisk module version of the mod I found somewhere in the thread but neither the restorer zip nor a dirty flash did anything, the upper speaker still plays music. I don't know how it can persist after a dirty flash but I wanted to ask if anyone knows how to manually delete the files.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
Don't delete the file. If the zip fails, copy manually the mixer_paths.xml file to /system/etc/ folder from either the stock file in OP or from my zip and set its permission to 644.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] SickCuriosity:
Thanks a lot, I'll try :good:
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] ionut15:
i really don't think the second speaker is designed for such an intense use as the main one.Maybe i'm wrong,if so,please correct me.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] osm0sis:
That's why it's left quieter so it doesn't damage it.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] siealex:
The Magisk v15 version works fine. Nexus 5x, Oreo 8.1, Magisk 15.3.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] heinzi23:
I basically did this (on 8.1.0 (OPM3.171019.013, Jan 2018)) and it worked just fine for me.

The only weird thing is, that it doesn't seem to work with Spotify. Anyone else experiencing this? Or got any suggestion how to fix it...

I can clearly hear the difference when playing a song on Spotify and then with Google Player, which definetly has it's volume increased.

thanks

edit: I now tried 'Volume Boost for Nexus 5' from the market, with the same even bigger increase in volume, while Spotify clearly ignores the changes made. So I guess I have to start digging through code/configs at Spotify ;-(
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] CazeW:
DualMonoV2 is working just fine for me with Spotify.
[Nexus 5X Themes and Apps] heinzi23:
Thanks bro!

Spotify definitely got a volume increase! Not equally to Google Player but it's a great starting point for further tuning ;)