Set up the equalizer in wireless headphones Xiaomi: a full guide with expert advice

Xiaomi’s wireless headphones are not just an accessory for listening to music, but a complete tool for creating the perfect soundtrack. However, many users do not even realize that standard equalizer settings do not always reveal the full potential of the device. A properly tuned equalizer can dramatically change the perception of sound: add bass in hip-hop tracks, emphasize vocals in rock songs or make speech in podcasts crystal clear.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to configure the equalizer for Xiaomi wireless headphones – from built-in tools. MIUI to third-party applications with advanced functions. You will learn how to adapt sound to different genres of music, fix typical problems (such as lack of bass or excessive "hardness" of high frequencies), and get expert advice on optimizing sound for games, videos and voice calls. We will pay special attention to the models of Redmi Buds 4 Pro, Xiaomi Buds 4 and FlipBuds Pro, but the instructions will be relevant for other devices of the brand.

1. Built-in equalizer in MIUI: Where to find and how to use

The easiest way to customize the sound is to use the built-in equalizer in firmware. MIUI. It is available on all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO system version MIUI 12.Important: equalizer in MIUI It works only with connected headphones and does not affect the sound of the phone speaker.

To open the settings:

1. Connect the headphones to the smartphone via Bluetooth.
2. Go to Settings. → Sound and vibration → Sound settings → equalizer.
3. Activate the Equalizer slider (if it is turned off).

In the standard version. MIUI 5 Preliminary Presets Available:

• 🎵 Balanced – Neutral settings for most genres.
• 🎸 Rock – High and medium frequencies for guitar parts.
• 🎤 Pop – Emphasis on vocals and upper frequencies.
• 🎧 Basses – Enhanced Low Frequency for Electronic Music.
• 🎻 Classics – wide range with emphasis on medium frequencies.

⚠️ Note: In some regional versions MIUI (For example, for Europe, the equalizer may not be available due to certification limitations.

If you don't like presets, you can manually adjust sliders for 5 frequency bands (usually 60 Hz, 230 Hz, 910 Hz, 3.6 kHz and 14 kHz). For bass, the first two sliders answer, for vocals - the third, for air and details - the fourth and fifth.

2. Advanced settings through the application "Mi Earphones"

For owners of Xiaomi and Redmi headphones of the latest generations (for example, Redmi Buds 4 Pro or Xiaomi Buds 4), the branded application "Mi Earphones" is available. It allows you not only to configure the equalizer, but also to update the firmware of the headphones, change gesture control and check the charge level.

Download the app from Google Play (for Android) or the App Store (for iOS).

1. Open the Sound tab in the lower menu.
2. Select the Equalizer.
3. Choose one of 8 presets or create your own by moving the sliders.

The advantage of "Mi Earphones" over the built-in equalizer MIUI:

• 🎛️ More Preview Presets (including Game and Podcasts).
• 🔊 Ability to keep your own profiles.
• 📊 Visualization of frequency characteristics in real time.
• 🔄 Synchronize settings between devices (if you use one Xiaomi account).

In the application "Mi Earphones" for models with support LDAC (For example, FlipBuds Pro is available an extended equalizer with 10 bands instead of 5.

3. Third-party applications for fine-tuning sound

If Xiaomi’s built-in tools aren’t enough, you can use third-party apps, which offer more presets, advanced settings, and often support a global equalizer (works with all apps, not just the player).

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App selection is limited for iOS due to Apple’s policy, but you can try Boom 3D" or "Equalizer"+". Note that on iPhone, the equalizer will only work in the app player itself, not globally.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as Wavelet) require root rights to work with system sound on older versions of Android (below 10.

When setting up a third-party equalizer, follow these tips:

• 🎧 Start with the Flat Preset (flat specification) and gradually adjust the sliders.
• 🔊 Don’t raise all frequencies at once, it will cause distortion.
• 📱 Check the sound in different applications (music, video, games).
• 🔋 Close background apps – they may conflict with the equalizer.

4. Optimal equalizer settings for different genres of music

There is no universal equalizer setting – the perfect sound depends on the music genre, the quality of the recording, and even your personal preferences. Below are recommendations for popular destinations that can be used as a basis for further customization.

🎸 Rock and metal

For guitar riffs and drums, medium and high frequencies are important. Try this setting (for a 5-band equalizer):

• 60 Hz: +2 dB (light bass boost).
• 230 Hz: 0 dB (neutral).
• 910 Hz: +3 dB (focus on guitars).
• 3.6 kHz: +4 dB (detailing of impacts).
• 14 kHz: +2 dB (air).

🎤 Pop and vocals

To make the singer or singer's voice sound clear, reduce the low frequencies and raise the averages:

• 60 Hz: -1 dB.
• 230 Hz: +1 dB.
• 910 Hz: +4 dB (vocals).
• 3.6 kHz: +2 dB (articulation).
• 14 kHz: +1 dB.

🎧 Electronic music (EDM, house, drama n bass)

Bass and subbass play a key role here, but be careful: over-amplifying low frequencies can cause distortions on cheap headphones.

• 60 Hz: +5 dB (subbass).
• 230 Hz: +3 dB (bass drum).
• 910 Hz: -1 dB (remove dirt).
• 3.6 kHz: +1 dB (synthesizers).
• 14 kHz: +2 dB (hee hats).

For classical music and jazz, it's best to use neutral settings or presets of Classics in "Mi Earphones." These genres are usually well balanced in the original recording, and over-adjustment can spoil the sound.

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If you listen to music on streaming services (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music), turn on the “High Quality” or “Lossless” option in their settings, which will allow the equalizer to work with more detailed sound.

5. Equalizer setting for games and video

Sound in games and movies is very different from music, and not only is it quality, but also spatial perception (for example, to hear the steps of the opponent in shooters or clearly distinguish between dialogue in movies).

General recommendations for games:

• 🎮 Reduce low frequencies (60-230 Hz) by 1-2 dB to avoid drowning out important sounds (shots, steps).
• 🔊 Raise the average frequencies (910 Hz – 3.6 kHz) by 2-3 dB for better voice audibility and sound effects.
• 🎧 Enable the game settings (if any) option 3D-sound HRTF.

For movies and TV shows:

• 🎬 Use the preset "Cinema" in "Mi Earphones" or create yours with a focus on dialogue (amplification 1-3 kHz).
• 🔊 If the bass is too loud and drowns out speech, reduce 60-230 Hz by 3-4 dB.
• 📺 On YouTube or Netflix, enable Dynamic Range in your audio settings: High.

To test the settings, use these scenes:

• 🎮 In games: pass the level with different sound effects (rain, shots, dialogues).
• 🎬 In movies: listen to a scene with quiet dialogue and loud explosions (such as the beginning of Blade Runner 2049").

⚠️ Note: In multiplayer games (e.g, PUBG Mobile or Call of Duty: Mobile, excessive amplification of high frequencies can create a "squeak" effect in headphones when loud sounds. If this happens, reduce the 14 kHz slider.

6. Solving typical sound problems in Xiaomi headphones

Even after you set up the equalizer, you may experience unpleasant effects, and let's look at the most common problems and how to fix them.

If the problem persists after all the manipulations, try:

• 🔄 Reset your headphone settings (in "Mi Earphones" or via Bluetooth Settings) → Forget the device).
• 📱 Update the firmware of headphones and a smartphone.
• 🎧 Check the headphones on another device (for example, on a computer).

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If the sound gets worse after you set up the equalizer, put all sliders back to 0 dB and start over, and often the problem is over-adjusting one of the frequencies.

7. How to save equalizer settings and sync them between devices

One of the most frustrating things is losing the equalizer settings after reconnecting your headphones or resetting your phone. To avoid this, follow these tips:

For the built-in equalizer MIUI:

• 📱 Settings are automatically saved to the user profile, but only for the current device.
• 🔄 When resetting the phone or changing the smartphone, the settings will have to be restored manually.

For the "Mi Earphones" app:

• ☁️ Settings sync with your Xiaomi account if you’re signed in on both devices.
• 📲 To transfer settings to a new phone, export the profile to a file (if the feature is supported).

For third-party applications (Wavelet, Poweramp):

• 💾 Most applications allow you to export presets to a file (usually in.eq or.json format).
• ☁️ Some (like Wavelet) support sync via Google Drive.
• 📋 Save a screenshot of settings in case of resetting.

If you switch between devices frequently (like a smartphone and a tablet), use cloud-based preset storage services, such as Wavelet:

1. Create an optimal profile.
2. Click Export in the settings menu.
3. Save the file to Google Drive or send it to your mail.
4. On the second device, import the file via Import.

8.Other tips for improving the sound in Xiaomi headphones

Setting up the equalizer is just part of the job of making the perfect sound, and here are some more tips to help improve the sound:

🔹 Choosing a Bluetooth codec:

• 🎧 Use it for music. LDAC (maximum quality but high battery consumption; or AAC (balanced).
• 🎮 For gaming, aptX Low Latency (minimum latency) is better suited).
• 📞 It's standard enough for calls.

To change the codec, go to Bluetooth Settings. → Settings (cog next to headphones) → Audio codec.

🔹 Tightness and headphone fitting:

• 👂 Check that the rubber tips fit tightly into the ear canal, and poor tightness steals up to 30% of the bass.
• 🔄 Try out the bottles of different sizes (complete with headphones usually go 3-4 versions).
• 🧼 Clean earwax regularly – it can make sound worse.

🔹 Sound source:

• 🎵 Use high-resolution players (e.g. Poweramp, Neutron, or USB Audio Player PRO).
• 📀 For local files, select formats FLAC or WAV instead MP3.
• 🎧 In Spotify or Tidal, enable High Quality in Settings.

🔹 Firmware updates:

• 📲 Check regularly for headphone updates in the "Mi Earphones" app. The manufacturer often improves the sound through software patches.
• 🔄 After updating the firmware of the headphones may require re-tuning the equalizer.

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If you listen to music in transport or noisy places, turn on the headphone settings mode ANC (Active noise cancellation, or Transparent safety mode, which doesn't affect the equalizer, but it improves sound perception.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions