How do I increase the volume on Spotify Android?

Spotify is one of the most popular music streaming services worldwide, with over 433 million monthly active users as of September 2022 according to backlinko.com. The service offers access to millions of songs and podcasts that can be streamed on mobile apps and web player.

The Spotify app for Android devices provides a similar music listening experience as the desktop and iOS versions. One common task users want to perform is increasing the volume, especially when listening with headphones or external speakers. This guide will explain the various methods of raising the volume level within the Spotify app for Android.

Locate Volume Controls

To increase the volume on Spotify for Android, you first need to locate the volume controls. Here are the steps:

Open the Spotify app on your Android device. The Spotify app icon looks like a green circle with three black curved lines inside it.

Start playing a song so that you are on the Now Playing screen in the Spotify app. The Now Playing screen shows the album artwork and information about the currently playing song.

While on the Now Playing screen, look near the bottom of the screen and you will see volume controls. On most Android devices, this is a vertical volume slider with a speaker icon next to it. You can adjust the volume by dragging the slider up or down.

If you do not see the volume slider on the Now Playing screen, try tapping on the album artwork to bring up the full screen player. The volume controls should be visible there.

Now that you’ve located the volume controls in the Spotify app, you can adjust the volume as needed.

Adjust Device Volume

To increase the maximum volume output on Spotify, first try adjusting your device’s system volume. You can do this by using the physical volume buttons on your Android device. The volume buttons are usually located on the side of the phone. Press the top button to increase volume, and the bottom button to decrease volume.

Set the device volume to maximum by holding down the volume up button for a few seconds. This will raise the system volume to the highest level allowed. Having your device’s system volume set high allows apps like Spotify to play at a louder maximum volume. Just be careful not to damage your hearing by playing music too loud, especially with headphones.

According to a discussion on the Spotify Community forums, some users find the maximum volume on Spotify to be too low, even with the device volume set to max. This seems to be an issue Spotify is aware of based on the responses from Spotify employees. While setting your device to full volume should allow for the loudest playback, there may still be some limitations set by Spotify.

Adjust App Volume

To adjust the volume specifically within the Spotify app on Android:

1. Open the Spotify app on your Android device.

2. While playing music, locate the volume slider in the bottom right corner of the Spotify app. You may need to tap the song thumbnail image first to bring it up. The volume slider appears as a vertical bar with a dot that can be slid up or down.

3. Drag the dot on the volume slider up to increase the volume within Spotify. Dragging up increases the app volume, while dragging down decreases it.

This adjusts the audio level only within the Spotify app itself. It allows you to turn up the volume higher just for Spotify, independent of your device’s overall system volume.

Note that the Spotify volume slider goes from 0 to 100%. Adjust it to your liking. Setting it higher boosts the audio level within Spotify.

Source: community.spotify.com

Disable Volume Limit

Spotify has a built-in volume limit setting that prevents the volume from going above a certain level. This can be useful for avoiding damaging your hearing, but it can also result in the volume being too low if the limit is set very conservatively. To disable the volume limit on the Spotify mobile app for Android:

Go to the Settings page in the Spotify app. This can be accessed by tapping the three dots icon in the top right corner, then selecting “Settings”.

Under “Music Quality”, toggle off the “Volume Level” option. This will remove any cap on the maximum volume level in Spotify.

With the volume limit disabled, you can now increase the volume in Spotify as needed by using your device’s volume buttons or volume slider. Just be careful not to set the volume dangerously high for your headphones or speakers.

Disabling volume leveling may lead to louder and more inconsistent volume between songs and playlists. But it gives you full manual control over the volume in Spotify.

Troubleshooting Low Volume

If you’re experiencing an issue with low volume on Spotify for Android, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can try:

First, check your headphone connection. Make sure your headphones or speakers are plugged in properly and any cables are not damaged. Faulty connections can sometimes cause volume issues.

You’ll also want to check your hardware volume controls. Make sure the volume on your phone itself or any connected Bluetooth device is turned up high enough. Spotify won’t be able to output at higher volumes if the system volume is low.

Finally, try restarting both the Spotify app and your Android device. This will reset any glitches that may be causing problems with volume output. Simply close the Spotify app, restart your phone, reopen Spotify and check if the volume issue is resolved. As suggested in this Spotify community thread, restarting can sometimes fix volume problems on Android.

If you’ve tried all the troubleshooting steps but are still experiencing very low volume on Spotify, you may need to contact Spotify Support for further help diagnosing the issue.

Equalizer Settings

The equalizer allows you to adjust the levels of specific frequency bands to customize the sound on Spotify. This can help boost the overall volume.[1] To access the equalizer on Android:

1. Open the Spotify app.
2. Tap the “Settings” icon in the top right.
3. Select “Audio quality.”
4. Tap “Equalizer.”

You’ll see sliders for frequency bands like bass, mid, and treble. To increase volume, drag the sliders up for the “Loudness” and mid-level bands. This amplifies the vocals and instrument volumes. Drag the lower bands up moderately for richer bass. The key is finding a balance that sounds best to your ears without maxing any one band.[2]

Be careful not to overdo the treble bands at the top end, as too much can sound harsh. You can tweak the equalizer while a song is playing to hear the effects in real time.

[1] https://www.soundguys.com/best-equalizer-settings-spotify-101232/
[2] https://freeyourmusic.com/blog/best-spotify-equalizer-settings

Quality Settings

To get the highest quality audio from Spotify on your Android device, you’ll want to go into the Audio Quality settings and select the “High” or “Very High” options. According to Spotify’s support article, “Very High” quality gives you music streamed at 320kbps, while “High” quality is equivalent to 160kbps [1]. This is a big jump from the default “Normal” quality setting, which streams at 96kbps.

To change your Audio Quality setting on Android:

1. Open the Spotify app.
2. Tap on the “Home” tab at the bottom.
3. Tap on the gear icon in the top right to open Settings.
4. Scroll down and tap on “Audio Quality.”
5. Select “High” or “Very High.”

Many users report a noticeable difference in audio quality on Spotify between the Normal and High/Very High settings, especially when using high-quality headphones. According to one Reddit user, the 320kbps streaming bitrate on Very High is comparable to a premium uncompressed audio file [2]. So upgrading to High or Very High quality is worth it if you want the best listening experience!

Connect External Speakers

If the built-in speakers on your Android device don’t provide loud enough volume, you can connect external speakers to increase the volume output. There are a couple options for connecting external speakers:

Pair Bluetooth Speakers

Many external Bluetooth speakers can pair with your Android device to play audio from apps like Spotify. After pairing and connecting your Bluetooth speakers according to the manufacturer’s instructions, the audio will automatically be routed through the external speakers rather than your device’s built-in speakers. You can then control the volume from your Bluetooth speaker to increase the output volume.

Some popular portable Bluetooth speaker options include JBL Charge 5, Sonos Roam, and Ultimate Ears BOOM 3. Just make sure your speakers support the A2DP Bluetooth profile for streaming audio.

Connect Wired Speakers

You can also connect wired external speakers to your device’s headphone jack or USB-C port (with an adapter). This will automatically route the audio through the wired speakers for increased maximum volume. Make sure to adjust the volume control on the external speakers, not just your Android device, to further increase the output level.

Some good wired portable speaker options are the Bose SoundLink Micro, JBL Clip 3, and Anker SoundCore. Just connect using an auxiliary cable or USB-C cable depending on your device.

Conclusion

Increasing the volume on Spotify for Android is easy once you know where to look. The main ways to turn up the sound are to adjust your device’s system volume, increase the in-app volume in Spotify’s settings, and disable any volume limiters. You can also boost certain frequencies with the equalizer or upgrade to high-quality streaming to make the most of your speakers or headphones.

Some additional tips for improving your listening experience include connecting to external Bluetooth speakers if the built-in ones aren’t loud enough, adjusting audio accessories like headphones to make sure they fit properly, cleaning any headphone ports and speakers, and checking for software updates. The Spotify support site has plenty of helpful troubleshooting guides if you run into any other volume issues.

With all of these options, you should be able to get Spotify playing at the perfect volume for you. Just remember to keep it at a safe level and avoid damaging your hearing.