Making Audio Enhancers Work on Windows

[alanfox2000]

On win10 build SA 18219, Dolby Atmos for stereo speakers, DTS:X Ultra and DTS Headphone:X spatial sound format options. New DTS Sound Unbound has added. But clicking "DTS Sound Unbound" opens up an empty Store page.

 

[Mahmoud]

I have problem with (Sound Blaster Connect 2) it show bottom left a message say "Your audio device cannot be detected. Please check your connection."
Here what i did:
1- Installed Clean Windows 10 Version 1809
2- Installed (8555_FF00_PG468_Win10_RS1_RS2_RS3_RS4_Win7_WHQL) Driver
3- Installed APO Driver Version 2.2.6 and selected only Creative APO 1.2.65.18 component while installing
4- Run FX Configurator as Administrator then selected endpoint "Active Speakers (Realtek High Definition)" {64129f35-f8c4-4600-b8d0-d3e427524007}
Product Config Tool and selected Product (Sound Blaster Connect 2 Desktop App) then Pressed Apply Product Settings to Selected Endpoints
5- installed Sound Blaster Connect 2
6- Extracted GenKGA3 and copied KGAGen.exe to "C:\programdata\creative\softwarelock" and opened as Administrator then extracted 35 files
7- restarted my pc
8- Opened (Sound Blaster Connect 2)

Please help me

 

[alanfox2000]

I have problem with (Sound Blaster Connect 2) it show bottom left a message say "Your audio device cannot be detected. Please check your connection."
Here what i did:
1- Installed Clean Windows 10 Version 1809
2- Installed (8555_FF00_PG468_Win10_RS1_RS2_RS3_RS4_Win7_WHQL) Driver
3- Installed APO Driver Version 2.2.6 and selected only Creative APO 1.2.65.18 component while installing
4- Run FX Configurator as Administrator then selected endpoint "Active Speakers (Realtek High Definition)" {64129f35-f8c4-4600-b8d0-d3e427524007}
Product Config Tool and selected Product (Sound Blaster Connect 2 Desktop App) then Pressed Apply Product Settings to Selected Endpoints
5- installed Sound Blaster Connect 2
6- Extracted GenKGA3 and copied KGAGen.exe to "C:\programdata\creative\softwarelock" and opened as Administrator then extracted 35 files
7- restarted my pc
8- Opened (Sound Blaster Connect 2)

Please help me

keep only CTLT9SJDX2.kga file for Sound Blaster Cinema 2 in softwarelock folder, too many kga files cause detection problem.

 

[Mahmoud]

keep only CTLT9SJDX2.kga file for Sound Blaster Cinema 2 in softwarelock folder, too many kga files cause detection problem.

But i installed (Sound Blaster Connect 2) not (Sound Blaster Cinema 2 ) are you sure ?
BTW i tried but not working

 

[alanfox2000]

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB2
THX TruStudio Pro -> CTLT99HB0X.kga
Sound Blaster Panel -> CTD1JXF23A.kga

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB3 -> CTL02H0X2.kga

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB5 -> CTLX2Q3X2.kga

THX TruStudio Pro -> CTLT99HB0X.kga

Sound Blaster Cinema 3 -> CTLMN34X2.kga

Sound Blaster Cinema 2 -> CTLT9SJDX2.kga

Sound Blaster Cinema -> CTLT47H9X2.kga

Sound Blaster Connect 2 (Desktop App)
Sound BlasterX 360° -> CTLLAS4HX2.kga OR
Sound BlasterX 720° -> CTLNBK2HX2.kga

Sound Blaster Connect UWP App
Sound BlasterX 360° -> CTLLAS4HX2.kga
Sound BlasterX 720° -> CTLNBK2HX2.kga

Restart audio service and the Sound Blaster Connect 2 Desktop App after you place that kga in softwarelock folder.

 

[Mahmoud]

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB2
THX TruStudio Pro -> CTLT99HB0X.kga
Sound Blaster Panel -> CTD1JXF23A.kga

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB3 -> CTL02H0X2.kga

Sound Blaster X-Fi MB5 -> CTLX2Q3X2.kga

THX TruStudio Pro -> CTLT99HB0X.kga

Sound Blaster Cinema 3 -> CTLMN34X2.kga

Sound Blaster Cinema 2 -> CTLT9SJDX2.kga

Sound Blaster Cinema -> CTLT47H9X2.kga

Sound Blaster Connect 2 (Desktop App)
Sound BlasterX 360° -> CTLLAS4HX2.kga OR
Sound BlasterX 720° -> CTLNBK2HX2.kga

Sound Blaster Connect UWP App
Sound BlasterX 360° -> CTLLAS4HX2.kga
Sound BlasterX 720° -> CTLNBK2HX2.kga

Restart audio service and the Sound Blaster Connect 2 Desktop App after you place that kga in softwarelock folder.

Thanks for your fast reply
I puted only CTLNBK2HX2.kga file in softwarelock folder and exit Sound Blaster Connect 2 from try then restarted audio service from FX Configurator and rerun Sound Blaster Connect 2 but same problem also tried to restart my pc

 

[alanfox2000]

Thanks for your fast reply
I puted only CTLNBK2HX2.kga file in softwarelock folder and exit Sound Blaster Connect 2 from try then restarted audio service from FX Configurator and rerun Sound Blaster Connect 2 but same problem also tried to restart my pc

I just test it, it works fine. Have you try the UWP version?

Edit 1:

Disable virtualbox/vmware adapters, disable all but one and regenerate KGAs

Edit2:
@prettyclaire82, APO Driver still using old MBAPO2 dll, kga file do not work on newer MBAPO2 dll. May be something need to done on GenKGA?

 

[prettyclaire82]

I only made it via the link you posted, unless the person updates that link and code. I can't change code only compile it

 

[Mahmoud]

It worked finally
I just restored registry backup from FX Configurator then repeated the step 4 i mentioned

4- Run FX Configurator as Administrator then selected endpoint "Active Speakers (Realtek High Definition)" {64129f35-f8c4-4600-b8d0-d3e427524007}
Product Config Tool and selected Product (Sound Blaster Connect 2 Desktop App) then Pressed Apply Product Settings to Selected Endpoints

And then puted only

Sound BlasterX 720° -> CTLNBK2HX2.kga

file in softwarelock folder
Then restarted pc

Thank you alanfox2000 for your response

 

[alanfox2000]

I only made it via the link you posted, unless the person updates that link and code. I can't change code only compile it

https://pastebin.com/BHnvBYWD
Fixed incorrect MAC hashing, it hashes now only Ethernet adapters (MIB_IF_TYPE_ETHERNET)
https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=39499&start=320#p692601

 

[pxrave]

dear alanfox2000 @alanfox2000

i have alc1150 codec hardwareid 0900

msi z170 nihamic 2+
after update to win10 1809 (latest patch fix is installed) i dont have any apo working
i uninstalled the msi hda driver and installed your uad universal driver manually.

i tried some audio mods from your driver and i get the apps work but no effects. now i managed the new nahimic 3 but the effects doesnt work. can you help me?
i already tried various drivers and original but i cant get driver effects to work. apps work fine (only creative doesnt work)
i dont have any effects tap in my sound driver @Fx config disable all effects isnt ticked.

thanks for your support



//EDIT

Updated to17763.104 build manually -> fixed sound problems nahimic 3 works fine but now realtek audio console shows no rpc service :/
--> i blocked all future feature updates for 14 days...baddest windows 10 version ever.....

 

[Globespy]

Appreciate help just simply getting a working Realtek HD driver (ALC1220) for my AsRock Z370 Extreme4 intel board.
Front panel audio is literally unusable - just constant distortion and feedback despite being connected to the motherboards "NE5532 Premium Headset Amplifier for Front Panel ".

Not a hardware issue as Microsoft Generic HD drivers work mostly fine, just occasional clicks and pops which seems to be a very common complaint with this board/Realtek combo.

Also, the Microsoft drivers recognize headphones in the front panel and my desktop speakers in the rear motherboard connection - why can't Realtek do this anymore? The Realtek HD Audio manager on my old Z170x board did this just fine. Has Realtek got lazy?

All I want is to use my headphone to play games/listen to music via the front panel connector, and my desktop speakers into the motherboard at the back.

Tried APO drivers once and friends said that my system was pushing feedback that made their ears bleed.

Appreciate any help.
Thanks

 

[prettyclaire82]

https://pastebin.com/BHnvBYWD
Fixed incorrect MAC hashing, it hashes now only Ethernet adapters (MIB_IF_TYPE_ETHERNET)
https://www.vogons.org/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=39499&start=320#p692601

Will give it a shot once I setup pc for coding again x

https://tinyurl.com/y74z78fx This is the new GenKGA I am calling GenKGA3.1.exe

 

[alanfox2000]

Will give it a shot once I setup pc for coding again x

https://tinyurl.com/y74z78fx This is the new GenKGA I am calling GenKGA3.1.exe

Tested and UWP app don't work with GenKGA3.1 + MBAPO2 2.0.0.25.

 

[prettyclaire82]

Perhaps it is down to the coder to fix I am afraid.

 

[Mahmoud]

Appreciate help just simply getting a working Realtek HD driver (ALC1220) for my AsRock Z370 Extreme4 intel board.
Front panel audio is literally unusable - just constant distortion and feedback despite being connected to the motherboards "NE5532 Premium Headset Amplifier for Front Panel ".

Not a hardware issue as Microsoft Generic HD drivers work mostly fine, just occasional clicks and pops which seems to be a very common complaint with this board/Realtek combo.

Also, the Microsoft drivers recognize headphones in the front panel and my desktop speakers in the rear motherboard connection - why can't Realtek do this anymore? The Realtek HD Audio manager on my old Z170x board did this just fine. Has Realtek got lazy?

All I want is to use my headphone to play games/listen to music via the front panel connector, and my desktop speakers into the motherboard at the back.

Tried APO drivers once and friends said that my system was pushing feedback that made their ears bleed.

Appreciate any help.
Thanks

Open Realtek Audio Manager then click on connector settings and check "Disable front panel jack detection"

 

[CityCultivator]

@alanfox2000
1. The FX Configurator application is not properly scaling with high DPI displays.

You can enable proper scaling by referring to this link:https://blogs.windows.com/buildinga...g-high-dpi-experience-gdi-based-desktop-apps/

Proper scaling can be set by an end user by going to the application shortcut properties, compatibility tab and set High DPI Scaling Override, acccessed from the Change High DPI Settings. If you, as developer follow instructions from given above link and recompile the application, the application interface will improve on high DPI displays.
If what I am saying is not clear, the given link will also give an introduction to the problem.

2. Configuration INI for SRS Premium sound has the GUID for properties pages missing. It seem to be lost since APO driver 2.x. Check the INI file and add the previously present GUID.

 

[alanfox2000]

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@alanfox2000
1. The FX Configurator application is not properly scaling with high DPI displays.
View attachment 109609
You can enable proper scaling by referring to this link:https://blogs.windows.com/buildinga...g-high-dpi-experience-gdi-based-desktop-apps/
View attachment 109608
Proper scaling can be set by an end user by going to the application shortcut properties, compatibility tab and set High DPI Scaling Override, acccessed from the Change High DPI Settings. If you, as developer follow instructions from given above link and recompile the application, the application interface will improve on high DPI displays.
If what I am saying is not clear, the given link will also give an introduction to the problem.

2. Configuration INI for SRS Premium sound has the GUID for properties pages missing. It seem to be lost since APO driver 2.x. Check the INI file and add the previously present GUID.

Please test the beta version if the 3 windows wrong size on high dpi.
I had changed SRS_Premium_Sound.ini. Properties page will show if RtPgEx64.dll or RtkPgExt.dll is found on C:\Windows\System32. This mean you need Realtek HDA installed.

 

[CityCultivator]

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Please test the beta version if the 3 windows wrong size on high dpi.
I had changed SRS_Premium_Sound.ini. Properties page will show if RtPgEx64.dll or RtkPgExt.dll is found on C:\Windows\System32. This mean you need Realtek HDA installed.

On left: new beta. On right: Old app with scaling: system (enhanced).
Advantages of new beta: Sharp text
Disadvantages of new beta:
1. the three lower windows are smaller. On 4k display, the windows wll be very tiny.
2. Horizontal scrollbars in lower windows.
I would recommend you to set your display scaling to 125%. Everything will look larger (not great, but manageable on 1366*768 display), but you an observe the effects of scaling on your own system.
Try to enable System (Enhanced) scaling on the app.

 

[alanfox2000]

31/10/2018
APO Driver 2.2.7
- Update DTS Universal APO to 4.0.2.0
- Add SRS Premium Sound property which will show if RtPgEx64.dll or RtkPgExt.dll is found on C:\Windows\System32 (Realtek HDA installation required)
- Update FX Configurator to 2.0.1.6

FX Configurator 2.0.1.6
- Fix high DPI scaling

 

[CityCultivator]

@alanfox2000
Is it possible to add that RtPgEx64.dll/RtkPgExt.dll into APO Driver?

 

[harris123424]

wow it open but no sound effect, (music,voice,movies etc) I need xml files ?
edit: It want a "trick" for open, try to use TAB 4 times and press SPACE

 

[jaymeluccas]

I realized here on the PC that after installing Dolby atmos uwp the equalizer apo is no longer working. Any solution?

 

[CityCultivator]

I realized here on the PC that after installing Dolby atmos uwp the equalizer apo is no longer working. Any solution?

Both solutions rely on APOs, thus you need to combine them.
Fastest possible solution: Configure Equaliser APO configuration to 1. use SFX/MFX/EFX 2. enable Equaliser APO as MFX APO.
Other solution: Open the Equaliser APO ini file from the load external config in notepad and paste LFX contents in composite SFX and GFX contents in composite EFX. Both composite SFX and EFX have contents if Dolby Atmos UWP is being used. Add Equaliser APO LFX and GFX on a new line.

 

[alanfox2000]

There too many GenKGA here.
This is the newest one fixed incorrect MAC hashing, it hashes now only Ethernet adapters (MIB_IF_TYPE_ETHERNET)
http://www.mediafire.com/file/1bab988oug7sglb/25.10.2018_GenKGA3.1.exe/file

Old KGA file:
http://www.mediafire.com/folder/u6u7lx014gq5s/Old_KGA