How to tune the sound on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: from bass to Dolby

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is one of the most popular mid-range smartphones, which is still actively used thanks to the powerful Mediatek Helio processor. G90T But even with this hardware, the default sound often leaves much to be desired: quiet basses in the headphones, distortions at maximum volume, or uncomfortable equalizer control. In this guide, we will analyze all the ways to adjust sound – from basic volume parameters to hidden Dolby Atmos functions and optimization for specific scenarios (music, games, calls).

The feature of the Redmi Note 8 Pro is the presence of a dual speaker (upper and lower), which creates a stereo effect, but requires proper calibration. Many users also face the problem of automatically reducing the volume when connecting headphones via Bluetooth - this is not a defect, but a feature of firmware. MIUI, You will then find step-by-step instructions based on the latest system updates (including the following). MIUI 14).

1. Basic volume setting: media, calls, alarm clock

To start with, the volume control on the Redmi Note 8 Pro is divided into three independent channels — media (music, video), calls and alarm clocks — many users confuse them, wondering why at maximum volume in the player the bell is barely audible.

🔊 Press the physical volume button on the sidebar - a slider will appear with the choice of channel (Media, Call, Alarm).
🎵 For a quick switch between the channels, touch the gear next to the slider.
🔕 To turn off the sound completely, press the volume button down to the end - there will be a vibration icon or silent mode.

Please note: MIUI There's an Adaptive Sound function that automatically adjusts the volume to the ambient noise, to turn it off (if the sound changes spontaneously):

Go to Settings. → Sound and vibration.
Turn off the Adaptive Sound switch.

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI The volume slider for the alarm clock is gone, reset the sound settings to the factory settings in the same menu (Reset the sound settings.

📊 Which volume channel do you set up more often?

Media (music, video)

Calls.

Alarm clock

Same thing.

2.Equalizer and Sound Effects: How to Improve Bass and Tops

The built-in equalizer in the Redmi Note 8 Pro is hidden deep in the settings, but allows you to fine-tune the sound for any headphones - from cheap "plugs" to premium ones. TWS. The rule is, don't use presets (like "Rock" or "Pop") -- they often distort the sound:

To open the equaliser:

Run the standard Music app (or Mi Video for video).
During playback, tap on three points in the upper right corner. → equalizer.
Select User and manually adjust sliders: 🎛️ 60Hz – 250Hz: bass (increase carefully so there are no wheezing). 🎛️ 500 Hz – 1 kHz: medium frequencies (voice, guitars). 🎛️ 2 kHz – 8 kHz: tops (purity of sound, but don’t overdo it).

Frequency (Hz)	Recommended value (dB)	The effect
60–100	+2…+4	Deep bass (for electronic music)
250–500	0…+1	Pure basses (no wheezing)
1–2 kHz	-1…0	Cleans up the dirt in the vocals.
4-8 kHz	+1…+2	Brightness of sound (for classical, jazz)

For headphones with poor sound insulation (such as Mi Basic), it is recommended to reduce the frequency. 1–3 khz -2 dB is going to reduce the penetration of external noise. TWS-Headphones (e.g. Redmi Buds) 4), activate in their settings mode Improved bass – it synchronizes with the equalizer of the smartphone.

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Equalizer combination + Dolby Atmos can cause distortion. If the sound is metallic, turn off one of the effects.

3. Dolby Atmos: How to turn on and configure for music/games

The Redmi Note 8 Pro supports Dolby Atmos, a surround sound technology that is particularly useful for games and movies, but by default it is disabled or runs in a simplified mode to activate the full version:

Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Sound effects.
Choose Dolby Atmos → Turn on.
In the Profile section, select: 🎮 The game is for shooters (PUBG, Call of Duty). 🎬 The film is for video (enhances dialogue). 🎧 Music - to play through headphones.

An important nuance: Dolby Atmos consumes additional CPU resources. If you notice an animation slowdown or overheating during games, turn off the effect or switch to the Auto profile. Also check that the Dolby settings activate the option Adaptive Sound - it automatically adjusts the sound to the content (for example, amplifies explosions in action movies).

⚠️ Attention: After update MIUI 13→14 Some users lose the Dolby Atmos tab. To return it, clear the Settings cache (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Settings → Clear the cache).

Turn on Dolby Atmos|Select a profile "Game" or "Film"|Activate "Adaptive sound"|Disconnect the equalizer (to avoid conflict)|Check the volume on 70-80% (maximum)

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4.Sound problems: quiet speaker, wheezing, cliffs

Even after setting up correctly, Redmi Note 8 Pro users often face typical issues:

🔇 Quiet sound in the speakers: check if the bottom speaker is covered with a cover or a finger. Also clean it from dust with a toothpick (carefully!).
🎧 Wheezing in your headphones: lower your bass on the equalizer or turn off Dolby Atmos. If the problem persists, the headphones are faulty.
📞 Sound breaks when calling: reset network settings (Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting settings).
🔊 Spontaneous volume reduction: Turn off Adaptive sound and Safe mode for hearing in sound settings.

If the sound disappears completely (for example, after a phone drop), perform a diagnosis:

Connect the headphones – if there is sound in them, the problem is in the speakers.
Run a hardware test: dial ##4636## → Testing of equipment → Audio.
If the speaker does not work in the test - repair is required (most often the plume departs).

What if the sound is distorted at maximum volume?

It's a firmware restriction. MIUI, To get around it, you're going to have a 1. ViPER4Android (Root rights are required). 2. In the application settings, activate Field Surround and lower Master Gain to 80%. 3. Turn off the built-in equalizer MIUI, avoiding conflict.

5. Customizing the sound for specific scenarios

There is no universal audio setting – the optimal settings depend on the task, and the following are recommendations for the most popular use cases of the Redmi Note 8 Pro:

🎮 Games (PUBG, Call of Duty, Genshin Impact)

🔊 Loudness: 80-90% (to hear the opponent's footsteps).
🎛️ Equator: Increase 1–3 kHz per +3 dB (more heard shots).
🎧 Dolby Atmos: Profile Game + Activate Virtual 7.1.
📵 Bluetooth headphones: use the aptX codec (in Bluetooth settings).

🎬 Movies and videos (YouTube, Netflix)

🔊 Loudness: 60-70% (to avoid distorting the dialogue).
🎛️ Equator: Lower down 250–500 Hz -2 dB (removes "bulleting").
🎧 Dolby Atmos: Profile Movie + Turn off Adaptive Sound.
🔄 For subtitles: in MX Player activate voice amplification.

🎵 Music (Spotify, Yandex Music, local files)

🔊 Loudness: 50-60% (to maintain dynamic range).
🎛️ Equalizer: customize to the genre (see table in section 2).
🎧 Dolby Atmos: Music profile + Turn off Virtual 7.1.
🔗 For Spotify: In the app settings, activate High Stream Quality.

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For games and movies, use Dolby Atmos with a Game or Movie profile, and for music, disable all effects except the manual equalizer.

6. Hidden features and tweaks for advanced users

If standard settings are not enough, you can use hidden opportunities MIUI Important: Some methods require unlocking the bootloader or root rights.

The engineering menu allows you to fine-tune the sound parameters, including the sensitivity of the microphone and the balance of the speakers.

Please dial in the phone app: ##3644633##.
Go to Hardware Testing → Audio.
In the LoudSpeaker section, check the left/right speaker balance (should be 0 dB for both).

🛠️ ViPER4Android (root)

This is the most powerful audiophile solution.

Activate Viper. DDC Choose the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro profile.
In Convolver, load it. IR-Files for your headphones (such as Sony) MDR-7506).
Turn off the built-in MIUI equalizer to avoid conflict.

🔄 Bypassing volume limit for headphones

MIUI artificially limiting the volume for headphones (due to European safety regulations) to remove the restriction:

Install Sound Booster.
Turn on the Remove option EU Volume Limit.
Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Warning: Increasing the volume above the safe level (85 dB) can cause damage to the speakers or hearing loss!

7. Sound optimization for Bluetooth headphones and speakers

Connecting the Redmi Note 8 Pro to Bluetooth headphones or speakers is often accompanied by problems: audio delays, poor quality, cliffs — SBC, It's a mediocre quality, to improve the sound:

Connect the headphones and go to Settings → Bluetooth.
Slip the gear icon next to the connected device.
In the Audio Codec section, select: 🎧 aptX HD (Best quality, low delay). 🎧 AAC (A good balance for Apple AirPods). 🚫 Avoid. SBC — It gives you the worst quality.

Double transmission of sound

If there is no aptX on the list, update the firmware of your headphones and phone. For the Redmi Note 8 Pro, aptX support only appeared in the first place. MIUI 12.5 and later. Also check that the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times tap) Bluetooth debugging option disabled AVRCP — It can cause delays.

For gaming headphones (such as Redmi AirDots 3 Pro), additionally configure:

🎮 In Dolby Atmos, select the Game Profile.
🎮 In the headphone settings (via the Mi Home app) activate Low Latency mode.
🎮 Turn off Adaptive Sound in MIUI, avoid delay.

FAQ: Frequent Sound Questions on Redmi Note 8 Pro

🔊 Why the sound is quieter in headphones than in speakers?

That's a limitation. MIUI To protect your hearing, to remove it: Install Sound Booster. Activate Remove EU Volume Limit. Reboot your phone. If it doesn't work, check the headphones on another device (maybe they're faulty).

🎵 How to make the music stop automatically when the headphones are removed?

This is called the Earbud Pause feature, and to enable it, open the Music app. Go to Settings. → Pause when you remove your headphones. Activate the switch. For Spotify or YouTube Music, you need to enable this setting in the apps themselves.

🎮 Why in games sound lags behind the image?

The delay of sound (audio lag) in games is usually associated with: SBC Bluetooth headphones (switch to aptX) Dolby Atmos enabled (turn it off in audio settings) Background processes (close all applications via Security → Optimization. If the problem persists, try playing with wired headphones.

🔇 How to turn off the camera shutter sound?

In some regions (e.g. Japan), the camera shutter sound cannot be turned off by law. For others: Open the Camera app. Go to Settings → Shutter sound. Select No sound. If you don't have an option, install a third-party camera (e.g. GCam).

📞 Why do people not hear me when they call?

Mik problems during calls can be caused by: Pollution of the microphone hole (clean it with a soft brush); damage to the microphone plume (repair required); Activated Noise Reduction in the call settings (turn it off in Settings). → SIM-map → Noise suppression. Check the microphone through the recorder — if the recording is clean, the problem is on the side of the interlocutor.