yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android Software Development] crazymika:
No, it's just forced disabled in settings, and could not enable unless I uninstall Sauron, after remove this mod wifi back again

I've check system.prop and try apply them without Sauron, turn out wifi still working, I can't find anything related to wifi in Sauron's prop setting

I think maybe just some ROM conflicts, I'll keep looking~
[Android Software Development] phobos24:
Hi guys,

Have a lenovo vibe x3 (x3a40) global variant, I just installed the mod.

1 thing i noticed in the "SU.D" folder, In the "ainur_sauron-post-fs-data".

It says ro.build.product=x3c50. Whereas my "build.prop" file says ro.build.product=x3_row

Could you check up on this please.
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
I'll add that, if you know any other model identifiers for vibe x3 - let me know
[Android Software Development] phobos24:
There is a x3c70 in the wild too.

BTW I'm attaching my build.prop file if needed.

Thanks.
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
It uses setprops, not direct writing in
[Android Software Development] Mithias:
Update, had a response on the James DSP thread which says they think it's a James issue rather than Sauron which does make sense since they only happen when I enable something in James.

Is there an alternative DSP that might work with Sauron in the meantime? The sound I'm getting is great but I like fine tuning things for my headphones and hearing as much as possible. MK2 is great by the way, does automagically a lot of what I used to do through V4A manually
[Android Software Development] Nidai Sennin:
Hi there,

I love your mod,it makes my HTC10 sound amazing!

But i am having some doubts on how to update it. I recently switched from SuperSu to Magisk,and i am still pretty noob with magisk. I read quite a bit back but still am unsure on how to install the latest update.

So the question is ,should i uninstall the previous version of Sauron via TWRP and then flash the new one ,or should i just update the Sauron Magisk modules , or both?

Sorry to bother you,but just installed everything fresh a month ago,would hate to mess this up and have to reinstall everything again..
[Android Software Development] OldMidnight:
If you've currently got SAURON I.IV.II, first flash the uninstall zip from the OP in twrp, then flash the new SAURON MK II in TWRP also. I wouldn't recommend using Magisk for SAURON, if magisk is detected while flashing in TWRP, it will sort itself out.
[Android Software Development] OldMidnight:
There it is if you can't find it in the OP ?
[Android Software Development] Hackintoshler:
MK II is Wirkung verry well.

But James DSP is crashing.

Using Redmi note 3Pro with Nitrogen OS Android 8.1
[Android Software Development] Nidai Sennin:
Thank's for the reply OldMidnight.

But what do you mean you would'nt recomend Magisk for Sauron? Like i changed from SuperSU to Magisk because i need to pass the safety net thing,and when i installed Sauron the modules appear on the magisk automatically. Do you mean i shound'nt just update via Magisk or that i should disable the Magisk modules after the install?

Gonna use the uninstaller,thanx!
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
What's the prob with magisk i don't understand?
[Android Software Development] triskadeka:
did i miss something?

after flashing AINUR SAURON MK II for the second time it will uninstall currently installed modules right?

but after that, I couldn't play any music using native musicplayer, tried several musicplayer from playstore too, including musicplayer within X-plore file manager.

I tried Spotify, and it worked.

I'm using Zenfone 2 running RR 7.1.2
[Android Software Development] OldMidnight:
I meant I wouldn't recommend flashing it through Magisk, flashing through twrp is tried and tested, but do whatever you're more comfortable with, that was a suggestion based on personal preference, glad I could help!

---------- Post added at 07:36 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:34 PM ----------

It will only uninstall SAURON. What steps did you take to install it?
[Android Software Development] basmeuter:
I installed SAURON via magisk 15.2, successful I guess. How do I see if it's running? I guess I hear difference in sound, more rich sound, but I'm not sure if that is because of the fulmics update (LG G6) or Sauron

Is there a way to check?

The module shows up in installed modules in magisk manager
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
If it's installed fine, then it should be working. You can make a/b comparison, or make sound graphs & compare them, or use getprop to see which new props are used from Sauron.
[Android Software Development] Nidai Sennin:
All working perfect, thanks for the help!
[Android Software Development] piyush7243:
James dsp force closes on my pixel 2xl.
[Android Software Development] triskadeka:
flash directly in twrp, wipe chace, reboot.

it's really weird, i tried to play music with headphones plugged in and worked, then tried again without headphones and worked, all good now, I clearly have no idea why.
[Android Software Development] piptron:
No error when installing, all is fine but after a reboot it wasnt on the module list. Running magisk 14.0 (cause I cant install 15.2)
[Android Software Development] cadkey:
Hello,

I have a HTC 10 with the LeeDrOiD ROM.

with SAURON MK II, the sound is too high when it is at a minimum level.

what option to use for the sound level is not increased by SAURON MK II please?
[Android Software Development] moneyrockers:
Does it work with S6 Stock Android on N ( rooted )
[Android Software Development] fdgd1998:
I think it should work.
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
No support for magisk below 15.0
[Android Software Development] Nidai Sennin:
I have the same issue also with htc10 and leedroid. I flashed it already late at night and thougt it sounded high from the lack of ambient noise. But now in the morning at minimum i can tell iis way louder..by louder i mean it like it has lost the lower volume steps, cant say if its louder overall.

Tried the several volume steps magisk module but didn't help.
[Android Software Development] cadkey:
I agree, even finding for volume that is no longer progressive from 10% to 100% but rather from 50% to 100% now. For all volumes, music but also ring and alarm. It's very embarrassing.

The problem did not exist with the MK II beta 11. Only with this public version.

same problem when trying with the beta 11
[Android Software Development] Mithias:
Try with the Arkamys addon. I had this same issue (especially when playing audio in Youtube) but installing the Arkamys addon (from the OP) seems to have resolved that whilst keeping the other benefits Sauron has. I'm on HTC10 with Leedroid too, Just bear in mind that when Oreo hits Arkamys currently doesn't work with that so might have to see if the Dirac addon does the same thing perhaps
[Android Software Development] Nidai Sennin:
Tried Arkamys but got a persistent error message. Uninstalled MKII for now, so i can use it around tge family
[Android Software Development] kingbri:
How does this mod work, how can you utilize it with other audio mods? I'm not sure what this is for
[Android Software Development] Sir_gpm:
Today was trying the last version of Sauron, everything seems to be normal, just worried about that line talking about init.d support. Do I need to do something else?.
[Android Software Development] cadkey:
Same here, Arkamys got error message.

[MENTION=6366997]UltraM8[/MENTION]: Do you have a solution for the problem of sound in SAURON MK II on Htc 10 please?
[Android Software Development] OldMidnight:
Arkamys has different ports you can use, follow instructions while flashing on TWRP
[Android Software Development] cadkey:
Ok I don't need Arkamys.

I like MK II but sound problem with Htc 10.
[Android Software Development] meddylad:
Installed the mod... was hoping for a transformation but im finding the letter S comes through sharp/hissy... eg flowerS, whiSper, muSt etc

Its the only mod im using so maybe someone can recommend a fix?
[Android Software Development] Nidai Sennin:
I thought it might had been the wrong port option while flashing, but i'm also not interested in more soundmods, MK1 sounded amazing,, was just trying to update it, but thanks anyway. I think I prefer to revert to MK1 rather than installing more mods
[Android Software Development] OldMidnight:
I assure you, MK II is far superior in all aspects, just uninstall MK I and flash MK II, no need for other mods and arkamys is more of an add-on but I don't use it myself
[Android Software Development] fdgd1998:
Are you rooting with magisk or supersu?
[Android Software Development] xxbabiboi228xx:
On the Arkamy's Addon the 2nd 3rd and 4th Port work the first one is the only Port that doesnt work for me that is.
[Android Software Development] basmeuter:
What do you guys recommend if I want the great SAURON sound, but WITH punchy pretty heavy bass?

I really want to get the best out of my LG G6 and Xiaomi hybrid pro hd.

Now I use Dolby atmos, and jamesdsp (convolver: XHR activebass - headphones slight) next to SAURON

I can try a million combinations, but would be awesome if someone could share some other better settings!

On my previous phone I had xtrememusic and liked the bass - mid - treble combi, but that doesn't work with magisk systemless.
[Android Software Development] gehess:
My understanding is that Sauron either:

1) Replaces the crappy default Android audio drivers with audiophile-level drivers.

2) Replaces the crappy default Android audio settings (i.e. SFX libs tunings and setprops) with audiophile-level settings.

3) Some combination of 1 & 2.

I too would appreciate some further clarification regarding this as I may be wrong. However, the result is that after flashing Sauron the audio quality is improved and instrument placement and mixing is tuned to have a more realistic soundstage.

If you're an audiophile with a decent set of speakers or headphones then this should be sufficient (at least I find it is through my Sennheiser mixing headphones or noise cancelling Sonys).

If you're trying to improve not-so-decent speakers or speakers for a specific purpose (i.e. trying to listen over road noise while driving) then perhaps additional mods will help, such as JamesDSP or Ahrion's Dolby Atmos (which I use for my 6-speaker car stereo).
[Android Software Development] Nidai Sennin:
That was always my intention, to upgrade to MKII, but when i install MKII i lose the low volume steps, wich means that its not possible to have sound without bothering others.
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
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[Android Software Development] SimplyCity:
All righ. No big deal. I think I know what is like. Great work, btw. Keep it up. :)

Echoe™ team member / S7E
[Android Software Development] :
Wow ur amazing dood I can't believe u got panderaaa on my macbooksky and iphone77. Truly ggodlike
[Android Software Development] metrohackz:
Jokes on you those aren't devices there pieces of poop
[Android Software Development] edyreena:
+10.. ?
[Android Software Development] :
what's poop whats jokes
[Android Software Development] vansh_bond07:
Is Pandora works with KitKat Or JB android 4.4.4 Roms ?
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
It should, need tests
[Android Software Development] NetWasp:
This looks awesome!!!
[Android Software Development] :
Yeah non original work is just so awesome.
[Android Software Development] NetWasp:
How so...what happened?I only just found the thread
[Android Software Development] :
http://xdaforums.com/android/software/soundmod-ainur-audio-t3450516/post68469075
[Android Software Development] NetWasp:
So essentially this is in ARISE Numbers 3.5 already?
[Android Software Development] NetWasp:
Ahh this is essentially useless theft then....
[Android Software Development] Mugatu485:
Two questions:

1) could the hack (Post #6) respectively disabling the audio offload have any significant effect on battery drain?

I am just asking because it appears as if my battery life has shortened in idle (when not playing any media, most of time with display off) since I made these changes.

2) I also tried to flash Pandora via TWRP but could not find a new soundfx folders in "system/lib" or "vendor/lib/soundfx" with Droid Explorer.

Any ideas?
[Android Software Development] vanessaem:
Hello everyone,

As you can see, the thread has been cleaned of the last bit of arguing and assorted nonsense going on in this thread. Now, I don't want see any posts or PMs telling of how important your particular post was because the only thing seen here was a whole lot of name-calling and disrespectful back and forth nothingness.

People come here to download and to find out information about this mod, not to see World War 3. No one should be forced to look through a bunch arguing to find the answers they need or make real contributions to this thread.

I know it may be difficult for some but please make an effort to be more respectful of one another and try not to derail this thread any further.

Regards...
[Android Software Development] adithbalan:
If you have tried Pandora or any other sound mod after doing what has been mentioned in post #6, the zip wont be able to extract its contents to the concerned folders, as you've already deleted sound fx folders (path: /system/lib/soundfx & /vendor/lib/soundfx).

The trick/hack mentioned to utilize just the hardware capabilities of your device, is not proposed to be used with any sound mods.
[Android Software Development] DeeZZ_NuuZZ:
just keep the soundfx folders and flash the rom, so now you can create the soundfx folder again where you deleted it and all libs should be back there
[Android Software Development] Mugatu485:
Thanks for the info!

Just moved the vanilla soundfx folders back to the system/lib & system/vendor/lib. Since I could not see any change with these after flashing the zip I manually copied the pandora files to the libs.

Hope it will work this time.

But im still wondering about the consequences of deactivating audio offload for the clean hack. Could it noticeably affect the battery life?
[Android Software Development] cadkey:
Same for me. There is a problem with Htc 10 and MK II final release.

I use MK II Beta6 version that does not have this problem of sound level on Htc 10 and is very good for me.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jae7sDuxOfzowbz-OGbwgoLvYNvTvZMv/view?usp=drivesdk

MK II is an amazing sound mod.
[Android Software Development] greenza:
I had the same issue, it would be great to get this working as Viper4Android has now stopped working on Magisk v15
[Android Software Development] basmeuter:
Is it when you set gain to 100 still there? I've got when I put the gain on 200 also distortions on high volumes in my earphones.
[Android Software Development] Nidai Sennin:
That works! Thanks for posting it.
[Android Software Development] tsalta:
For all with HTC 10 that are complaining about the volume steps the official release MK II is working perfectly fine HTC 10 here Stock Nougat and on top flashed Viper 5.11 Magisk version.

The Problem you had is ROM related im 200% Sure.
[Android Software Development] fdgd1998:
Guys, how do you recommend me to install this mod on stock sense? Leaving boomsound enabled or disabled? Using stock dolby or flash another dolby package?

Because I have read in this thread that boomsound kills the sound.

All i want is to obtain the better sound as is possible.
[Android Software Development] cadkey:
Same problem on ICE Rom 3.6.0.
[Android Software Development] Rammit:
There is specific version for magisk v15. Just search on magisk downloads
[Android Software Development] Rammit:
Am on omni 8.1 weekly, installed sauron mkII through twrp...sounds great so far...thanks Ainur Audio...great work.

Just saw it doesn't go well with viper...it has disabled the drivers.
[Android Software Development] Rammit:
Is it normal
[Android Software Development] Jintu Jose:
I have a doubt. I am having a ZUK Z2 Plus with Android 8.1 Custom ROM (AEX 5.1), also Magisk 15.2. Is it enough that I flash SAURON MK II through TWRP. Or should I do/install anything else to get it worked.:D
[Android Software Development] fdgd1998:
Can I flash this alongside stock rom with sense? Should I disable something like boomsound or dolby?
[Android Software Development] BIGWORM:
I have no issues with the Ahrion version of V4A coupled with Universal Deep Buffer Remover.
[Android Software Development] murali3127:
It increases the vocal sound and decreases the background beats and music which I don't like.
[Android Software Development] ninjasinabag:
I've seen a couple questions about viper.

Sauron mk2 uses Dolby drivers by default forcing them as a stock sound component. If you are using any version of Dolby, it will automatically force an error in conjunction with the viper drivers.

I managed to get viper working, but only in regards to certain effects. Switch it to privapp instead of system app and you should get most effects -convolver working.
[Android Software Development] matekaneve:
I just popped in to say a huge thanks for this mod. Couple of days ago I installed V4A the magisk version and I was just not impressed at all by it. Especially everybody was talking about it. However I have to admit I only tried it with my HTC 10 internal speaker and not with headphones. Anyway, I thought I would give Sauron a go, so V4A uninstalled, Sauron MKII installed and my head is literally blown. Absolutely amazing job. It makes such a difference. I have no idea about all the settings, extras etc... It just works after installing it and that's what I needed. Sounds are crystal clear and loud. Thank you and keep up the good work! :big thumbs up:
[Android Software Development] meddylad:
Such a good mod... can anyone recommend a good music app that can get the most out of it? All my music is flac and Ive got some 1more triple driver earphones so all advice welcome
[Android Software Development] gehess:
Neutron music player
[Android Software Development] Der_Meister01:
And Foobar2000 for high res
[Android Software Development] cadkey:
How to disable HTC 10 amplifier drivers additions?
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
You think it's the root of all high volume evil? I guess i know what's the problem, wait for update.
[Android Software Development] cadkey:
It's a hypothesis. I do not have telegram and there have been few beta versions posted on the forum. The beta 6 did not have this problem and I found the beta 11 only yesterday to test. I will wait for your update.

Thank you very much for your work and this fabulous module. Ainur Sauron is awesome.
[Android Software Development] Nidai Sennin:
The beta 6 for me has a small glitch as you increase the volume, like a bit before medium volume the sound gets really loud, then lower and gradualy higher again. But tge low volume steps are back.
[Android Software Development] Skittles9823:
Lol Neutron supports high res too. You don't need Foobar2000 on android if you have Neutron. By all means use it on a PC though ??
[Android Software Development] dyval:
Delete audio_effects.conf file located at /system/vendor/etc
[Android Software Development] jfodra:
Anyone tried installing on oneplus 3 oreo?
[Android Software Development] Rammit:
Yes...am on Oreo 8.1
[Android Software Development] smohanv:
Flashed Sauron audio. I am using this for the first time. Please help.

I do not see any user interface (in the drawer) after device reboot. I can see this module listed in magisk installer module list.

Should I have to enable DSP Dolby module in useroption file and flash sauron again. Or, should I see a sound improvement without any under interface app.
[Android Software Development] gehess:
Sauron has no gui. Hopefully your audio sounds better.
[Android Software Development] smohanv:
Thanks. I will check.
[Android Software Development] tsalta:
[MENTION=6366997]UltraM8[/MENTION]

Just another problem when you flash Sauron on HTC 10 u know we have Sense Dolby integration so i found out that after flashing Sauron the presets do not work anymore i mean the Earphones profiles for example you have to choice EarBuds Pro, Headphones, Other etc no matter what you choice the sound is the same no matter do this is switched OFF OR ON the sound is the same.

this presets are in System/Vendor/Etc/Dolby ds1-default.xml

Thanks
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
Sauron does nothing to boomsound. Mine is working fine, but i always cut it off from system anyways
[Android Software Development] tsalta:
Yes same here i cut it always to OFF but i found this by testing so its seems that the phone not reading ds1 anymore from the dolby folder

The only thing i use extra is the Shoebox so maybe its posible Shoebox effect somehow to disable the boomsound presets?! since is new effect i dont see any other explanation why the boomsound presets do not work at all no matter what you choice.
[Android Software Development] jfodra:
What rom are you using? I tried it in oos and it broke dirac and then it automatically did a factory reset. :/
[Android Software Development] smohanv:
Brilliant sound effect. Thanks
[Android Software Development] Der_Meister01:
My Vinyl Rips sound better on foobar
[Android Software Development] BodhiBrock:
Arkamy Port 3 works great with Sauron on my HTC U11.
[Android Software Development] colossus_r:
Yes... Working just fine here

OnePlus3, latest open beta, ViPER4Android FX 2.5.0.5 magisk
[Android Software Development] Rammit:
Was with omni 8.1, just came back to oos ob20
[Android Software Development] Sir_gpm:
With superSu.
[Android Software Development] fdgd1998:
I don't know if magisk is really neccesary, but I have installed it all alongside magisk and all works fine.
[Android Software Development] xxxreyxxx:
I have installed dolby atmos + jamesdsp when i'm streaming from youtube, audio output not activated, and someone suggest me to install universal deep remover, it worked but my audio become crackling, how to fix that?
[Android Software Development] OsistemX:
The sound crack when your screen is off ?
[Android Software Development] tsalta:
I was wondering about Arkamys

After detailed look into the files i think port 3 is most fine tunned because have automode on plus presets almost for every scenario depends do u watch movie games or playing music with your earbuds. Just let me know if im on the right path!

Thanks.

And a Personal Question if you use HTC M10 what is the MOD addon you gona use?

I think SAURON is enought i just playing around with Arkamys from all 4 ports its seems v3 sound better but i start to wonder how is posible the Port from Alcatel budged device to make the sound even better? or you did edit by yourself the Arkamys presets and fine tune it?

Why i ask you this personal question is because i know you use HTC as well and you know better than anyone whats suits best regarding the hardware software of the HTC 10 Sense Boom/Dolby.

Thank you in advance [MENTION=6366997]UltraM8[/MENTION]
[Android Software Development] mjh1978:
If I wanted to try this sound mod, will it overwrite the sound mod I'm currently using or will I need to dirty flash my rom to remove current sound mod first?
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
I don't use ports, it was ages since we ported them and i haven't touched it
[Android Software Development] tsalta:
Thank you for the Info!

What you think is the best benefit i already know Sauron alone is Enought and thats it howis meant to be in the user preferences you also leaved the thing by our choice because not every user prefered settings will work on every device without a problem.

Thats why i asked you because you are very familiar with the harware of HTC whats is the best i can squize from Sauron i listen like you never use the Boom presets anyway just pure sound.
[Android Software Development] cadkey:
So you are wrong at 200%
[Android Software Development] basmeuter:
Does arkamys work with AML modules? Is it only flashable in twrp or also with magisk? Would it work next to SAURON, jamesdsp and Dolby atmos (all magisk AML modules)?
[Android Software Development] UltraM8:
All ainur mods support AML
[Android Software Development] xxxreyxxx:
No, it's crackling when audio play