Android auto audio issue

[Sir_G_1]

I have always used headset/earbuds for music (soundcore 14p,space one). So I was suprised to hear the audio quality from my recently purchased car which has bose speakers. With a little digging I found that the 6.1.1 update removed options to change eq for lower frequency (grayed out) if the phone is used without external speaker (img 1). However, if l'm connected to Bluetooth speakers I can do it

(img 2). This issue is android auto is treated as if the phone isn't connected to an external sound source and therefore sound very tinny, however if I connected it as a Bluetooth device I can adjust it. 

Which means I have to choose between AA or good sound quality.

[RobXbalboa · Accepted solution]

Okay if you can set your volume panel to popup on screen, If you go in there  you CAN adjust the 2 left sliders all the way up. 

It will reset if you open the sound effects/EQ again. Also not connected to any bluetooth speaker only phone speaker

[Sir_G_1]

Could you elaborate how do I bring up the UI element that you have in ur SS

[RobXbalboa]

Under Sound assistant / Customize volume panel

[Sir_G_1]

I'm sorry I can't find the settings, is it available on OneUI 6.1

[RobXbalboa]

My bad it's in the good lock app, called sound assistant.
Download the module turn it on the very top is the customization for the panel. Its really good

[Sir_G_1]

Great thanks alot, I'll let you know if this changes the audio from Android auto

[RobXbalboa]

You'll love the quick access to all volume settings. Turn on Dolby atmosphere too. I use Android auto and my subs are banging

[RobXbalboa]

So how did it work out for you?

[Sir_G_1]

Sorry about the radio silence I went down with the flu. And yes your fix seems to be working I should try the Dolby atmosphere. Thanks again....