how to enable sound equalization in windows 11

Just built a new gaming computer. Having the same issues listed above. My speakers are the Logitech Z906 5.1 system. I'm using the standard 3.5mm aux jacks on both the computer end and speaker end. As stated above, the EQ has been moved to the "premium" audio software, in my case it's Asus DTS. However, that software doesn't work when using the multi-channel output (three 3.5mm jacks) because it's really designed to enhance a basic stereo signal. This means I don't have access to the EQ settings (which BTW are just 5 bands in this software, not 10). Switching the settings in Win11 to a stereo output gives me access to those audio settings, but I'm locked out when I switch back to 5.1.

Yes iTunes, Media Player, etc. have built-in EQ's, and that's great for when I'm listening to music. But what about when I'm watching Netflix, or Disney+, or YouTube, or playing games? It seems I'm stuck with ugly sounding flat audio.

Just came across the same issue.

There's no equalizer to be found.

Sir -- The Realtek equalizer that was part of earlier windows versions is gone. Unsure why. Many other apps you might use for audio have their own equalizer, for example VLC and windows media player. Or, you can get "FxSound" from microsoft store - it registers as an output device..

Nicole -- Thanks for sending. Many items usefully included in previous Windows versions are missing in 11. I have resolved this issue, through installation of 'FX Sound', and would recommend this solution to anyone.

I am attempting to enable audio equalization for windows 11. I followed a video tutorial, by downloading the latest Realtek audio driver, then opening my sound settings and enabling the equalizer. I am not given this option. I see no equalizer selection in my sound settings. Am I missing something? Thanks in advance.

Kind regards,

bigbeardedbuddy.

lost realtek sound after updating to windows 11 from windows 10 on a Dell all-in-one computer