Whether you’re using the earbuds that came with your phone or a more premium set, there are lots of apps that can improve the quality of your headphones.
Here we round up the top 5 sound-enhancing apps...
Bose Connect
In a nutshell: The Bose Connect app is specifically designed to help you get the best from your Bose headphones.
This app is compatible with most new Bose headphones, but if you’re looking to start working on your fitness, Bose Connect is really handy to use alongside SoundSport Pulse wireless headphones. With it, you can:
Track your heart rate so you know when you need to up the intensity for maximum health benefits
Access heart rate readings
Control noise cancellation levels - no more unplugging your headphones when you’re jogging over busy roads.
Adjust the volume of your music.
Listen to the same music as your running partner thanks to the app’s ability to pair with two devices (as long as you both have Bose headphones)
Improve the quality of free headphones – Headphones Equalizer
In a nutshell: Give the headphones that came with your phone a boost with a high-quality audio setup.
Sure, the headphones that come in the same box as your phone are pretty good – but they still have a way to go. Use the Equalizer app to master any brand of headphone for the best possible audio quality. With it you can:
Get total control over your sound with bass, midrange and treble toggles
Enjoy a deep bass sound with the bass boost
Manage everything from within the app – it syncs with your default music player
Or have it running in the background– and use the Quick Notification access to change the settings from your home screen
Get the app for Android from the Google Play store
Listen to different genres - Bass Booster
In a nutshell: Metal and rock fans will agree, some music can only be listened to loud
Blare out your favourite tracks the way they should be played by boosting the volume by up to +10dB on Bass Booster. With it you can:
Set it up with presets for different genres – it’ll automatically detect these based on what’s being played
Or create your own – and listen to your music the way you like it
Use the homescreen shortcut to manage your settings without having to open the app
Programme it to fade out for incoming calls – and turn down the volume during conversations
Get it on Android in the Google Play store
Take control of how your music sounds - Onkyo HF Player
In a nutshell: Elevate your music to hi-res status with Onkyo’s touch-adjustable equalizer
Does it drive you crazy when you feel like the sound just isn’t quite right? Maybe it’s something about the mix, or perhaps you just prefer a little more bass. Take control with the Onkyo HF Player app. With it, you can:
Choose from more than 15,000 bands of high-definition equalization without compromising audio quality
Save your custom presets or use existing ones created by professionals
Crossfade between tracks for a seamless mix
Apple: App Store
Android: Google Play Store
For turning it up to 11 - Volume Booster
In a nutshell: Does exactly what it says on the tin.
Sometimes the loudest setting just isn’t loud enough. If this sounds like you, you’ll want to download Volume Booster immediately, which lets you pump it up with a single tap. This clever app lets you:
Boost your device’s volume by up to 40%
Increase the volume for music as well as ringtones, notifications, and phone call audio
Connect to headsets, headphones and speakers to boost your audio however you’re listening
Android: Google Play store
These handy apps do a lot for improving the listening experience on your phone. For truly outstanding audio quality you just can’t beat a great set of headphones. If you’re thinking it’s time for an upgrade, then head to ShopLive. Our in-store experts can point you in the right direction and help find your perfect pair.
