How to change the ringtone of the call on Xiaomi Redmi 9: all ways and life hacks

Xiaomi Redmi 9 remains a popular choice among users due to its balance of price and functionality, but even in such a budget model, you can fully personalize the soundtrack. Standard call melodies offered by default in MIUI quickly become boring, and the desire to stand out or just hear a pleasant sound when calling makes you look for alternatives. In this article, we will examine all possible ways to change calls, from basic settings to install custom audio files through the file system.

It is important to understand that the procedure depends on the firmware version: on Redmi. 9 s MIUI 12/13/14 The interface may be slightly different, but the general logic remains the same, and we will also address common errors that prevent new tunes from appearing on the selection list, and give recommendations for optimizing sound for better perception. If you want to not only change the ringtone, but also customize unique signals for different contacts or SIM-Maps – you will also find step-by-step instructions here.

How to change calls through standard settings

The simplest method is to use the built-in MIUI tools, which don't require any additional applications or technical skills, but have limitations on the choice of tunes.

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen or in the app menu).
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration.
3. Select the item "Melody of the call" (may be called "Caller" in some versions of the firmware).
4. Scroll through the list of standard tunes and tap on your favorite for pre-listening.
5. Click OK or Ready to save the changes.

You can also set up the menu:

• 🔔 Vibration when calling - turn on / off or select a pattern.
• 🎵 The volume of the call - the slider adjustment (it is recommended to set on the 70-80% comfortable).
• 📞 Different tunes for SIM-cards – if the smartphone has two SIMs, you can assign unique ringtones for each.

Note that MIUI 14 has introduced Adaptive Sounds, which automatically adjusts the volume of the call to the noise level in the environment, and can be activated in the same section, Sounds and Vibrations → Adaptive Sounds.

Installation of custom melodies: formats and limitations

If you don't like standard ringtones, you can download your own audio files, but MIUI imposes limits on formats and duration.

• 🎼 Supported formats:.mp3,.m4a,.wav,.ogg.
• ⏱️ Maximum duration: up to 30 seconds (files longer will be cropped automatically).
• 📁 File size: no more 5 MB (optimum — 1-2 MB for fast loading).

To add my tune:

1. Place the audio file in the Ringtones folder on internal memory or SD-map (if not, create it manually).
2. Go to Settings → Sounds and vibration → Call melody.
3. At the top of the screen, select the tab Local or My Melodies.
4. Find your file in the list and select it.

Critical nuance: if the file does not appear in the list, check its name - it should not contain special characters (for example, #, %, *) or Cyrillic, my_ringtone.mp3).

Cut the track to 30 seconds |Rename the file to Latin | Check the format (MP3/WAV) | Place it in the Ringtones | folder Make sure the file is not DRM protected

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Assigning unique melodies for contacts

The individual ringtones feature for individual contacts is useful if you want to know who is calling without looking at the screen.

1. Open the Contacts app (or Phone → Contacts).
2. Select the contact you want and tap on his name for editing.
3. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Set Rington (or Call Melody).
4. Select a standard tune or go to the Local for Custom Files tab.

If the option is inactive:

• ❌ The contact is not saved on the device, but in a Google account or SIM-Map – transfer it to local memory.
• ❌ The firmware has disabled the function - check for updates MIUI.

For the Redmi 9 with two SIM-You can assign different tunes to each number of a contact with cards, for example, if you have two phones, you can tell the difference between a call to a work number and a personal one.

Problem Solving: Why the Call Has Not Changed

Sometimes users find that new tunes are not applied or reset after a reboot. Let's consider the typical reasons and ways to eliminate them:

If the problem persists, try resetting the sound settings to factory:

1. Go to Settings → System and device → Resetting.
2. Select Reset Sound Settings (does not affect personal data).
3. Confirm the action and restart the device.

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If you use third-party launchers (like Nova Launcher), they can block the system sounds from changing.Temporarily return the standard MIUI launcher to set up the call, and then activate the custom one again.

Use of third-party applications to manage ringtones

For advanced features (for example, dynamic change of tunes by time of day or random selection from the playlist), you can use third-party utilities.

• 🎛️ Zedge – a library of free ringtones and wallpaper with the possibility of pre-listening.
• 🔊 Ringtone Maker – editor for cutting tracks and creating melodies from music files.
• 📱 MP3 Cutter and Ringtone Maker – allows you to cut out snippets from songs and save them as bells.

When installing third-party applications:

1. Download the program from Google Play (avoid APK from unverified sources).
2. Give permissions to access files and contacts.
3. Follow the instructions of the app to assign a new tune.

Warning: Some apps may contain ads or request excessive permissions (such as SMS access).

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The app side is convenient for creating unique tunes, but it requires more battery life to work. If you notice an accelerated discharge, check the energy consumption in Settings → Battery → Battery Use.

Optimizing the sound: how to make the call louder and clearer

Redmi 9 has hidden settings to improve sound playback, here are some tips:

• 🔊 Turn on the sound amplification: go to Settings → Special facilities → Amplify the sound and activate the option. 10-15%.
• 🎧 Use equalizer: in the Music app (or Mi Sound Enhancer) adjust the frequencies to better perceive high notes in the melody.
• 📵 Turn off "Do Not Disturb": check if the mode is activated in Settings → Don’t disturb, as it can block the sounds of calls.

For tech-savvy users, there is a way to edit a system file mixer_paths.xml, It's a voice distribution system, but it requires root rights and can cause disruption. 9 firmware MIUI 13+ This method is not recommended - it is better to use regular funds.

If the bell sounds quiet even at maximum volume, check:

• Contamination speaker (clean the hole with a soft brush).
• Damage to the speaker mesh (with severe sound distortion).
• Firmware updates – newer versions of MIUI often optimize sound drivers.

Resetting the sound settings to the factory

If all attempts to change the call have caused a failure (for example, the sound is lost or the settings are not saved), return the sound parameters to the original state. This does not affect personal data, but will reset all individual melodies and volume settings.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → System and device → Resetting settings.
2. Select Resetting Sound Settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
3. Confirm the action with a password or pattern lock.
4. After restarting the device, all sound parameters will return to factory.

⚠️ Note: If you use the second one SIM-You've assigned a unique tune to it, and it's lost when it's reset, write down the file name in advance, or back up the Ringtones folder.

After discharge, it is recommended:

• Reset the device.
• Check for MIUI updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update.
• Re-designate melodies for contacts and SIM-map.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up a call on Redmi 9