How to turn on the speaker for music on Xiaomi: all the ways and nuances

You want to listen to music through a conversational speaker on your Xiaomi but don't know how to activate it? This feature is useful when the main speaker is drowned out or you want amplified sound for calls and media. Depending on the model and version of MIUI, the process can vary from simply switching in settings to using hidden engineering menus.

In this article, we will discuss all the working methods for enabling a conversational speaker for music on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones, including devices with MIUI 12, MIUI 13 and MIUI 14. You will learn which models support this feature out of the box and where a workaround will be required. We will also look at possible problems and ways to solve them – from the lack of sound to distortion during playback.

Why the Speaker Doesn't Work for Music by Default

On most Xiaomi smartphones, the conversational (top) speaker is only used for phone calls and notifications.

• 🔊 Hardware limitations – some models do not physically support stereo through both speakers for media.
• 📱 Politics. MIUI — Manufacturer turns off the function to save battery power and prevent overheating.
• 🎵 Sound quality – a conversational speaker usually has less power and a worse frequency response compared to the main speaker.

However, on many devices (e.g. Xiaomi 11T, Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO F3) this feature is hidden in the settings or can be activated through the engineering menu.

Method 1: Enable through sound settings (official method)

On some Xiaomi models, the Speaker Activation feature for music is available in standard settings. This method is the most secure and does not require superuser rights.

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Go to the section Sound and vibration.
3. Find the Dynamics for Media or Stereodynamics item (the name may vary).
4. Activate the switch Use the conversational speaker.

If there is no such item, try an alternative path:

Settings → Special features → Sound settings → Sound amplification through both speakers

Check out the MIUI version in About Phone

Update the firmware to the latest version

Make sure the speakers are not contaminated.

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Attention! On devices with MIUI 14 and later, this item may be hidden.

Method 2: Activate through an engineering menu (for power users)

If you don't have the right setting, you can turn on the speaker through the engineering menu, which works on most models, but you need to be careful.

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##36446337## (code may differ for different models).
3. In the engineering menu, select Hardware Testing → Audio.
4. Find LoudSpeaker Mode or Dual Speaker.
5. Set the value of Enabled or Stereo.
6. Save the settings and restart the device.

Important: Do not change other options in the engineering menu – this can cause malfunctions in the device!

Method 3: Using Third-Party Applications

If the standard methods didn’t work, you can use specialized apps from Google Play.

• 🎧 SoundAssistant – allows you to redirect sound to a conversational speaker, adjust the balance between speakers.
• 🔊 Dual Speaker Mod – activates stereo sound on devices where it is hardware possible.
• 🎵 Volume Booster – Upsizes volume and can use both speakers (caution – risk of distortion!).

Instructions for setting up through SoundAssistant:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Open it and provide all the necessary permissions.
3. Go to the Media Audio Route section.
4. Choose Dual Speaker or Earpiece + Speaker.
5. Set up a balance between speakers with a slider.

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Before using audio amplification applications, check their ratings and reviews. Some programs may contain ads or malicious code.

Warning: Sound modification applications may:

⚠️ Lead to overheating of the device with prolonged use at maximum volume.

⚠️ Cause sound distortion or damage to speakers on some models.

Method 4: Editing system files (for advanced users)

This method requires root rights and is designed for power users, and allows you to turn on a conversational speaker by changing the system configuration files:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer).
2. Go to /system/vendor/build.prop.
3. Find persist.speaker.dual.enable.
4. Change the value from false to true.
5. Save the file and restart the device.

Alternative path (for some models):

/system/etc/mixer_paths.xml

In this file, you need to find the section responsible for routing the sound and add support for a conversational speaker for media.

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Editing system files without backup can lead to a device blink. Always create a backup before making changes!

Problem Solving: Why the Speaker Doesn't Work

If after all the manipulations the speaker is not playing music, check the following points:

• 🔇 Contamination speaker - dust or moisture can block sound. Clean the hole with a soft brush.
• 🔊 Speaker damage – if sound is absent even when calling, repairs may be required.
• 📱 Application conflict – some programs (such as sound equalizers) may block the function.
• 🔄 Resetting – Return the factory sound settings to Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Reset the sound settings.

To diagnose hardware problems:

1. Enter the phone app: ##4636###.
2. Select Testing → Audio → Speaker Test.
3. Check if the sound is played through the speaker.

If the test is successful, but the music is not playing, the problem is the software settings, and if the sound is not in the test, the speaker is probably faulty.

Safety and recommendations for use

Using a conversational speaker for music has its nuances. Follow these guidelines to avoid problems:

• 🔋 Control battery power – playback through both speakers increases power consumption 15-20%.
• 🌡️ Watch the temperature – prolonged use at maximum volume can cause overheating.
• 🎵 Avoid distortion – do not set the volume above 80% to avoid damaging the speakers.
• 🔄 Regularly update the software in new versions MIUI There may be improvements for the work of stereo speakers.

Important for POCO owners: On some models (like the POCO X3), activating the speaker for music can lead to an imbalance in sound, in which case use applications like SoundAssistant to manually adjust the balance between speakers.

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To check the sound quality through both speakers, use test tracks with a frequency of 20-20000 Hz. This will help to identify possible distortions at high or low frequencies.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the conversational speaker on Xiaomi