# Suggestion: db boost aka a amplification slider for fx sound **URL:** \ **Category:** Share Feedback\ **Created:** [September 29, 2023, 11:08pm UTC](https://forum.fxsound.com/t/suggestion-db-boost-aka-a-amplification-slider-for-fx-sound/2339 "2023-09-29T23:08:37Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 5\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![zanezonair](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/58956e/32.png) [@zanezonair](https://forum.fxsound.com/u/zanezonair)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2023, 11:08pm UTC](https://forum.fxsound.com/t/suggestion-db-boost-aka-a-amplification-slider-for-fx-sound/2339/1 "2023-09-29T23:08:37Z")
i dont know the exact term for it but one feature that could be added to fx sound could be a decible slider. aka preamplification/amplification whatever you call the thing that raises or lowers decibels by user input only. as while the dynamic boost does kinda do this. it does also automatically adjusts volume db on its own and that isnt ideal for people who dont like the volume in stuff changing while they use it. so having the option to raise or lower my db would be very helpful. and im sure im not the only one who would like this. ---
**Author:** ![doolhoofd](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fxsound.com/doolhoofd/32/1131_2.png) [@doolhoofd](https://forum.fxsound.com/u/doolhoofd)\ **Post date:** [September 29, 2023, 11:41pm UTC](https://forum.fxsound.com/t/suggestion-db-boost-aka-a-amplification-slider-for-fx-sound/2339/2 "2023-09-29T23:41:30Z")
Hi, Look, once again, I completely understand where you’re coming from, I really do. But the Dynamic Boost function in FxSound is actually an incredibly intelligent tool to boost the volume, because it is one of the very, very few that really increases it while _not_ simultaneously inducing distortion due to excessive loudness. I might be wrong, but I think what you need, is an actual, physical amplifier, not software which includes a preamp. Because you can try just about any preamp software dial out there, and in most cases, the end result will simply be a surpassing of your system’s threshold, and hence, distortion. > **[Clipping (audio)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clipping_(audio))** > > Clipping is a form of waveform distortion that occurs when an amplifier is overdriven and attempts to deliver an output voltage or current beyond its maximum capability. Driving an amplifier into clipping may cause it to output power in excess of its power rating. > In the frequency domain, clipping produces strong harmonics in the high-frequency range (as the clipped waveform comes closer to a squarewave). The extra high-frequency weighting of the signal could make tweeter damage more likely tha... ---
**Author:** ![zanezonair](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/58956e/32.png) [@zanezonair](https://forum.fxsound.com/u/zanezonair)\ **Post date:** [September 30, 2023, 12:15am UTC](https://forum.fxsound.com/t/suggestion-db-boost-aka-a-amplification-slider-for-fx-sound/2339/3 "2023-09-30T00:15:00Z")
i dont mind distortion. i dont notice it. i do notice when loud sounds get their volume turned down especally during music. i dont want the sound lowering on its own volition. i dont know you know what i mean or not. so im going to use an analogy here just to be safe. imagine your in a concert and just as the song kicks up they lower the volume of all the instruments, music etc, just everything by 25%. that would be jarring and would ruin the moment. and dynamic boost does that. but if i take it off said concert becomes so quiet its almost impossible to hear. ive been looking for months but fx sound is the only one that actually works on windows 11 so i dont have other options. if i came off rude at all im sorry. that is not my intent i just dont know how to phrase my words a lot of the time. i dont want to waste any more of your time so i wont reply after this. good luck with what you do. and once again. im sorry for wasting your time. ---
**Author:** ![doolhoofd](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/forum.fxsound.com/doolhoofd/32/1131_2.png) [@doolhoofd](https://forum.fxsound.com/u/doolhoofd)\ **Post date:** [September 30, 2023, 12:39am UTC](https://forum.fxsound.com/t/suggestion-db-boost-aka-a-amplification-slider-for-fx-sound/2339/4 "2023-09-30T00:39:29Z")
> [@zanezonair](#): > > ive been looking for months but fx sound is the only one that actually works on windows 11 so i dont have other options. - [SteelSeries Sonar](https://steelseries.com/gg/sonar)- free (_see below_) - [DeskFX](https://www.nchsoftware.com/deskfx/index.html)- free (_see below_) - [Neutron](https://neutroncode.com/player)- paid > [@Inability to get Fx Sound to function](https://forum.fxsound.com/t/inability-to-get-fx-sound-to-function/2220/3): > > - DeskFX is from NCH software, which has a reputation for providing buggy software. Their software are notorious for difficult to uninstall and making a mess in windows registry. > > - SteelSeries Sonar is better than any paid software. It’s free but needs an account to work. P.S.: Big thanks to @Tarek_Hasan for the advice. ---
**Author:** ![Dolmatov](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/d26b3c/32.png) [@Dolmatov](https://forum.fxsound.com/u/Dolmatov)\ **Post date:** [October 13, 2023, 5:39pm UTC](https://forum.fxsound.com/t/suggestion-db-boost-aka-a-amplification-slider-for-fx-sound/2339/5 "2023-10-13T17:39:09Z")
Various equalizers have settings for adjusting the “volume” of the sound. I’ve seen equalizers where there is adjustment of both positions (input, output of the sound stream). Unfortunately, your request does not appear to be suitable for this program. The program processes sound as a whole and you cannot predict in advance that any system sound or third-party program will not cause excessive volume levels. Sometimes high noise levels damage equipment. Dynamic adjustment reduces this risk.