Adjust the bass response for your Apple EarPods

Learn how to adjust the bass response for your Apple EarPods with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

When you use Apple EarPods with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, you can use the equalization settings on your device to adjust the bass response. Follow these steps:

  1. Connect your Apple EarPods to your iOS device.
  2. Go to Settings > Music > EQ.
  3. To increase the bass response, tap the Bass Booster option. To decrease the bass response, tap the Bass Reducer option.

If you notice that the audio quality is either lacking bass or definition, then reposition the Apple EarPods in your ear to improve the sound quality. 

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