Headphone settings on Xiaomi Redmi: where to look and how to adjust the sound

Xiaomi Redmi smartphones offer ample opportunities for customizing audio devices, but it is not always easy to find the right settings. Users often face problems: the sound is too quiet, the bass is absent, the headphone microphone does not work. In this article, we will analyze all ways to access headphone settings - from basic parameters to hidden functions. MIUI.

It is important to understand that the interface may vary depending on the model (Redmi Note). 12, Redmi 10, POCO X5) We'll look at the universal methods that work on most devices, and we'll also point to the features of specific versions. MIUI 12/13/14. If you use wired headphones with a connector 3.5 mm or Bluetooth headset, here you will find solutions for both cases.

Where are the main headphone settings in MIUI

Most of the sound parameters are concentrated in the Settings section. → Sound and vibration. But not all of the points are obvious. Let's look at the key elements:

• 🎧 Type of connected headphones – the system automatically determines which device is connected (wired)/Bluetooth) and offers appropriate options.
• 🔊 Media volume is a separate slider for headphones (different from the volume of speakers).
• 🎛️ Equator – hidden behind the additional menu, more about it in the next section.
• 🔄 Automatic audio switching – a feature that redirects audio to headphones when they are connected.

On Redmi with Android 12+ The path may look like this: Settings → Connected devices → Headphones [model name]. Here you can find branded settings for Xiaomi certified devices (e.g. Redmi Buds 4 or Mi True Wireless Earphones).

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi) 9A, Redmi 8) may not be available in the Connected Devices section, in which case use the universal method via Settings. → Bluetooth (for wireless headphones).

If you don’t see the right items, check:

1. Is the firmware updated to the latest version (path: Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
2. Are the headphones connected correctly (wired - to the point in the connector, Bluetooth - with confirmation of pairing).
3. Do not disturb or sound effects from third-party applications (for example, Dolby Atmos) are activated.

Set up the equalizer for headphones

The equalizer allows you to fine-tune the sound to your preferences: strengthen the bass, reduce high frequencies or choose a ready-made preset. MIUI It's hidden in an unobvious way:

1. Open the Settings. → Sound and vibration.
2. Put the pin on the gear badge (⚙️) top right corner next to volume slider.
3. Select the Equator (some models call it Sound Effects).

In the menu you will see:

• 🎵 Pre-installed profiles - "Rock", "Pop", "Classic" and others (their composition depends on the region of the firmware).
• 📊 Manual tuning – sliders for 5-10 frequency ranges (60 Hz to 16 kHz).
• 🔇 Turning off the equalizer is useful if the sound becomes distorted after the changes.

On the Redmi Note 11 and later, the equalizer may not be in the standard settings - it was moved to the Music app (the Effects tab).

⚠️ Attention: Equalizer changes apply to all apps except those with their own audio settings (e.g. Spotify or YouTube Music.

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Third-party sound effects are turned off (Dolby, ViPER4Android)|

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Specific settings for Bluetooth headphones

Wireless headphones (Redmi Buds, Mi AirDots, etc.) have advanced options that are not available for wired models.

1. Connect the headset through Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Put the pin on the gear badge (⚙️) headphone-name.
3. In the menu that opens, select Sound Settings or Additional.

Here are available:

• 🎤 Priority of microphone – choice between “Clarity of voice” (for calls) and “Quality of sound” (for music).
• 🔋 Battery optimization – disabling additional features to save headphones.
• 🔊 Battery notifications – voice alerts about the level of charge.
• 🎧 Game mode – reduces sound latency (useful for shooters).

Redmi Buds 4 Pro and Mi True Wireless Earphones 3 are available LDAC (High-resolution codecs to activate it:

1. Go to Bluetooth Settings → Headphones → Sound quality.
2. Choose. LDAC (Requires codec support on the headphone side).
3. Reset the headset if the sound starts to interrupt.

To solve problems with connecting Bluetooth headphones:

• 🔄 Reset network settings: Settings → Connections and sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth.
• 📱 Clear the Bluetooth cache: Settings → Annexes → Application management → Bluetooth → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
• 🔋 Reboot the headphones – on most Xiaomi models, you need to hold the power button for 10 seconds.

Customization of the microphone in headphones

If your headphones are equipped with a microphone, but the person can't hear you, the problem may lie in the audio routing settings.

1. Open Settings → System applications → Phone.
2. Select Sound during the call.
3. Make sure that headphones are selected (Bluetooth/wired) under “Audio-marchway".

For Bluetooth headsets additionally:

• 🎤 In the headphone menu (cog next to the name in Bluetooth) turn on Use for calls.
• 🔇 Check if Noise Reduction is activated – it can suppress your voice.
• 📞 In the Phone app, turn off Voice Improvement (may conflict with the headphone microphone).

If the microphone only works on one app (like WhatsApp, but not a standard phone), the reason may be permission to access the microphone.

1. Settings → Annexes → Application management → [name] → Permits.
2. Make sure the microphone resolution is on.

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If after connecting the headphones microphone stops working, try to disable the function "Automatic switching of sound" in Settings → Sound and vibration. It can conflict with microphone routing.

Hidden functions and engineering menu

For power users, Xiaomi Redmi offers advanced settings through the engineering menu (#4636##).

• 🔧 Set up the impedance of headphones (useful for high-omnipotent models).
• 📡 Check the quality of Bluetooth connection (signal level, codec).
• 🔊 Calibrate the sound amplifier (caution - wrong values can damage the speakers!).

To open the engineering menu:

1. Enter the code ##4636## in the phone application.
2. Choose Audio (or Hardware Testing) → Audio on new versions).
3. In the Headset section you will find additional parameters.

⚠️ Warning: Changing the settings in the engineering menu can lead to loss of warranty or damage to the audio chip. Do not change the values unless you are sure of their purpose. For example, increasing the level of Headset Gain above 100% can cause distortion of the sound.

For models with Qualcomm Snapdragon (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro)+) Qualcomm AptX is available, which allows you to manually select Bluetooth codecs. Download it from Google Play and activate it:

1. aptX Adaptive – Balance quality and delay.
2. aptX HD — high-resolution music.
3. AAC — Compatibility with Apple devices.

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The AptX Engineering Menu and Codec are designed for advanced users. For most tasks, standard settings in Settings will suffice. → Sound and vibration.

Solving Common Sound Problems

If the headphones are connected but the sound is missing or distorted, use this instruction:

For advanced diagnosis:

1. Install the AccuBattery app and check your battery consumption with headphones.
2. Use it. CPU Monitor to ensure that the processor does not restrict audio (e.g. in power saving mode).
3. Check the headphones on another device – if the problem persists, it’s them, not the smartphone.

On Redmi with Android 13+ This can automatically turn off the sound when moisture is detected in the 3.5 mm connector. To reset the warning, plug the charger in for 10 minutes or use a dryer (cold air!) to dry.

Xiaomi's branded apps for headphones

For full-fledged work of headphones Xiaomi (Redmi Buds, Mi True Wireless, etc.) is recommended to install official utilities:

• 📱 Mi Earphones – for setting gestures, checking the charge level and updating the firmware of headphones.
• 🎧 Xiaomi Audio – an alternative equalizer with support 3D-sound (not available in all regions).
• 🔊 Mi Sound Assistant – for fine-tuning sound profiles (requires registration in Mi Account).

To update the headphone firmware through Mi Earphones:

1. Put the headphones on the phone.
2. Open the app and go to the Update tab.
3. If a new version is available, follow the on-screen instructions (don’t turn off the headphones during the process!).

⚠️ Note: Mi Earphones and Xiaomi Audio apps may conflict with each other. Use only one of them. If the sound gets worse after installation, clear the app data in Settings → Annexes.

Redmi Buds 3 Pro and later, the Spatial Sound feature (similar to Dolby Atmos) is available to activate it:

1. Open Mi Earphones.
2. Go to the sound settings. → Spatial sound.
3. Select Mode Mode Mode Mode Mode or Music.

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If branded apps are not available in your region, download APK from the official Xiaomi website or via APKMirror. Before installing, enable permission for sources outside of Google Play in Settings → Annexes → Special access rights.

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up headphones