Below are some equalizer apps we like to use.
Each one is available from the Google Play Store.
10 Band EQ can be awkward to adjust.
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This caveat is well worth making use of VLCs built-in EQ.
VLC is often considered to be one of the finest media players on the market.
The app is free, open-source, and contains no ads.
Easiest to Use: Equalizer FX
Simple interface.
Effects can be customized.
Plenty of presets and the ability to add more.
Limited to 5 band EQ.
There are three included effects: Bass Boost, Virtualization, and Loudness.
Fortunately, the effects arent just On/Off.
Equalizer FX is free and includes a bar of unobtrusive ads at the bottom of the window.
Create Your Personalized Sound Profile: Neutralizer
Perfectly adjust sound to suit your hearing.
Works with most audio players.
Neutralizer isnt your typical Equalizer.
This app focuses on building a sound profile based on your hearing.
Its complicated (and takes some time to learn), but its well worth the effort.
It is highly recommended that you do not use this with the built-in rig speakers, but rather headphones.
Neutralizer does work with most music players and allows you to add multiple profiles.
A profile is added by adjusting the sound of each frequency until you could barely hear the tone.
Once youre done, save the profile and the sound you hear will be customized perfectly to your hearing.
The app is free, contains no ads, and does offer in-app purchases.
Best Integration: Sound Booster for Headphones
Integrates into your favorite music player.
Makes adjusting your sound simple.
Put Some Bass in Your Speakers: Bass Booster and Equalizer
Includes a home screen widget.
Some of the best presets on the market.
Must watch videos to remove ads.
Bass Booster and Equalizer works with most music players available for Android.
The free version of the app does include ads, but you might remove them by watching videos.
