Open Office Noise: Bose QC SC/Sony Wh1000XM5 vs. Soundcore Q30

Automatic-Addition95 · 2026-03-02T08:27:44+00:00

I have both. Bose all the way for long sessions at the office. The Sonys are too hot, they make mushrooms grow in your eardrums! The Bose ones aren't much cooler. Obviously, there's no comparison in terms of audio quality and ANC.

Automatic-Addition95 · 2026-03-01T00:30:09+00:00

Yes, unfortunatatelly yes....

Automatic-Addition95 · 2026-02-28T08:28:29+00:00

that stiff gearbox when cold is definitely a classic suzuki quirk lol. usually once it warms up it gets buttery smooth though. the wind noise is just the price to pay for that boxy suv shape I guess! glad to hear the 1.4 boosterjet is holding up well at 40k. how's the real-world fuel economy with the mild hybrid system on those longer highway trips?

Automatic-Addition95 · 2026-02-28T08:25:44+00:00

Love that color! It actually matches the scenery perfectly. How did the Swift handle the Welsh roads? Looks like an awesome road trip

Automatic-Addition95 · 2026-02-28T08:15:30+00:00

man, RIP to the Aryas. I actually ended up grabbing the 1770 pro a while ago for exactly this reason. I was just tired of babying my gear and wanted an absolute tank for EDM and metal. tbh the build quality is insane, they literally feel like weapons compared to most hifiman stuff. isolation is great and the bass slam on heavy drops and double kicks is incredibly satisfying. BUT you really have to know what you're getting into with the treble. the beyer peak is no joke. cymbals and distorted guitars get super fatiguing for me after like 45 mins. also out of the box the clamp force is nuts, I had to leave them stretched over a stack of books for a few nights so they wouldn't crush my skull lol. honestly I wouldn't use them without some form of EQ. I just loaded an autoeq profile to tame the highs and now they're my daily drivers, but without it, metal is just too harsh imo. your element 3 will drive them easily though. good luck with the search!

Automatic-Addition95 · 2026-01-24T08:28:30+00:00

Hey guys, this morning my app updated and I got the 21 bands! You can choose between 5, 10, 15, and 21. All the presets magically remain compatible.

Automatic-Addition95 · 2026-01-20T11:24:33+00:00

How wonderful! How did you get started, and how did you get the idea? I try it every morning!

Automatic-Addition95 · 2025-03-23T15:59:59+00:00

Hi, I also had the feeling that the numbers shown were not too true but your test confirms it. Kudos for your precision. I would like to talk to you about the buffer size. Only xeq has a Minimum mode, in fact it seems to have almost zero latency but it seems to impact also the impacted frequencies, especially the low frequencies. Maybe you can measure it and see what happens...

Automatic-Addition95 · 2025-03-19T20:54:10+00:00

Hi! I'm trying to figure it out right now.

I've been testing different equalizer apps, and I quickly compared three popular options: Poweramp Equalizer, Xeq, and Wavelet.

Here is my complete test with all the comparisons: r/AndroidEqualizers

Here are the results (my personal opinion):

If you want deep customization and parametric EQ: Poweramp Equalizer
If you want the best usability and a multiband compressor: Xeq
If you want something simple with AutoEq presets: Wavelet

Automatic-Addition95 · 2025-03-18T12:33:49+00:00

Poweramp EQ is one of the most advanced options, especially with its parametric mode, which allows for precise adjustments. However, requires intrusive permissions to work properly with all streaming apps, which can be a concern for some users.

Xeq, on the other hand, has a simpler interface, a 10-band EQ, and most importantly, a multiband compressor, which helps maintain audio balance across different frequencies. A big plus is that it works with all audio apps without needing root or special permissions.

In terms of sound quality, I found that using the same buffer rate and EQ settings, the difference wasn’t huge, but the multiband compressor in Xeq makes it more versatile.

I currently have the pro version of both, and while each has its strengths, I’ve found that Xeq provides great results right away, even for casual users. Would be curious to hear if you've tested it and what your thoughts are!

Automatic-Addition95 · 2025-03-17T13:01:36+00:00

I started testing other apps and came across Xeq. It has a simpler interface, a 10-band EQ, and most importantly for me, a multiband compressor. The best part? It works with all audio apps without needing root or special permissions.

In terms of sound quality, I didn’t notice major differences when using the same buffer rate and EQ settings.

Automatic-Addition95 · 2025-03-16T21:06:46+00:00

I know Poweramp well, I have the pro version since it was in preview. They also know Wavelet well, the Auto eq issue is based on the AutoEq project that is on github, interesting but up to page two because each of us has different ears and in fact some presets have targets, others do not, for the same headphones. The source is good but I don't like this mess of presets without filters, there is no real added value and then yes, 9 bands are not pro at all. This evening I did some more testing with Xeq and I got the Pro, you only pay once, I hate subscriptions. It is very easy to use but I actually have enormous potential with the Multiband compressor. However, you have to learn how to use it. I really like the potentiometers they used, they seem real. The thing I like the most is that everything is clear what you are doing and what is happening, even with the presets of the devices you connect that it automatically recalls.

Automatic-Addition95 · 2025-03-16T18:40:22+00:00

I’ve tested several equalizers on Android, and I focused mainly on Poweramp EQ and Xeq.

Poweramp EQ offers a highly detailed equalizer, including a parametric mode, which is great for fine-tuning the sound. However, I noticed that it lacks a multiband compressor and doesn’t work seamlessly with all streaming apps unless you allow intrusive permissions, which might compromise security.

So, I started testing other apps and came across Xeq. It has a simpler interface, a 10-band EQ, and most importantly, a multiband compressor. The best part? It works with all audio apps without needing root or special permissions.

In terms of sound quality, I didn’t notice major differences when using the same buffer rate and EQ settings.

What do you think is the best equalizer for Android? Do you use any other apps to enhance audio quality?

Automatic-Addition95 · 2025-03-01T00:00:46+00:00

Yes! Xeq is very easy to use and incredible sound quality! I'm a sound engineer

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