How to connect two Bluetooth speakers to one phone Android 10?

Connecting multiple Bluetooth speakers to an Android phone allows you to stream audio to two or more external speakers at the same time. This enables you to enjoy stereo sound, increased volume, and expanded wireless coverage. The key benefits of connecting two Bluetooth speakers to an Android phone include:

• Louder and more powerful sound output
• Ability to separate left and right audio channels for true stereo playback
• Wider distribution of audio, allowing more people to hear the sound
• Expanded wireless range, with less chance of dropouts

To connect two Bluetooth speakers to a single Android phone, your device must be running Android 10 or later. This version of Android supports a feature called Bluetooth Multipoint, which allows two audio devices to be connected simultaneously. With Multipoint enabled, you can pair each speaker independently and then play audio to both outputs at the same time from your Android device.

This guide will walk through the full process of enabling Multipoint on Android 10, pairing two speakers, adjusting volume, streaming audio, and troubleshooting any issues that arise.

Check Android Version

The first step is to check which version of Android your phone is running. This method for connecting two Bluetooth speakers only works on Android 10 or newer.

To check your Android version, open the Settings app on your phone. Scroll down and tap “About phone.” On the About page, look for the “Android version” section. This will show the specific Android version your phone is running.

Confirm that your Android version is 10 or newer. If your phone is running Android 9 or older, this dual Bluetooth speaker method will not work. You will need to update your phone’s Android version to take advantage of this feature.

If your phone meets the Android 10 or newer requirement, you can move on to enabling developer options.

Enable Developer Options

To enable Developer Options on your Android device, first open the Settings app. Then, go to the About phone or System section and tap on the Build number option 7 times. This will enable the hidden Developer Options menu.

According to Android Developers, tapping the Build number 7 times is the universal way to enable Developer Options across Android devices. Once enabled, you will find the Developer Options menu under System settings.

Inside Developer Options, make sure the options you need like Bluetooth debugging are enabled. Enabling Developer Options is required in order to unlock certain features needed for connecting multiple Bluetooth speakers.

Turn on Bluetooth Multipoint

In order to connect two Bluetooth speakers to one Android phone, you’ll first need to enable the Bluetooth Multipoint setting. This allows your phone to maintain connections with two Bluetooth devices at once. To turn on Bluetooth Multipoint:

1. Open your Android phone’s Settings app and select “System”.

2. Scroll down and tap on “Developer options”. If you don’t see this, you may need to enable Developer options first by tapping “Build number” 7 times in the “About phone” section.

3. In Developer options, find “Bluetooth” settings.

4. Turn on the toggle next to “Bluetooth Multipoint” to enable this feature.

With Bluetooth Multipoint enabled, your Android 10 device can now connect to two Bluetooth speakers at the same time. The next steps will cover pairing each speaker.

Pair the First Speaker

Pairing your first Bluetooth speaker to your Android device is easy. Here are the steps:

1. Open your Android device’s Bluetooth settings. You can do this by pulling down the notification shade and tapping the Bluetooth icon, or by going to Settings > Connected Devices > Bluetooth.
2. Put your first Bluetooth speaker into pairing mode. Refer to the speaker’s manual for specific instructions, but often this involves pressing and holding a pairing button on the speaker.
3. With the speaker in pairing mode, you should see it pop up and appear available in your Android device’s Bluetooth settings. Tap on the speaker’s name to initiate pairing.
4. Confirm pairing on both your Android device and Bluetooth speaker if prompted. The speaker should connect once paired.

Once paired, your Android device and first Bluetooth speaker will automatically connect when in range of each other. You’re now ready to pair your second speaker.

Pair the Second Speaker

After successfully pairing the first Bluetooth speaker to your Android device, it’s time to pair the second speaker. The process will be very similar to the first pairing:

1. Put the second Bluetooth speaker into pairing mode by pressing and holding the Bluetooth or Pair button. Refer to the speaker’s manual for instructions if unsure. The speaker will usually indicate it’s in pairing mode by flashing a light or emitting a tone.
2. On your Android device, go back to the Bluetooth settings page. Choose the option to “Pair new device”. Your device will scan and display a list of available Bluetooth devices.
3. Find the name of your second Bluetooth speaker from the list and tap on it to pair. Accept any pairing prompts on both your Android device and the speaker.
4. Once successfully paired, the speaker’s name will be displayed under the list of Paired Devices. Your Android device is now connected to both speakers simultaneously.

Both speakers should now be paired and connected to your device via Bluetooth. Try playing audio from your phone and confirm you hear the sound through both speakers at the same time.

Connecting Speakers

Connecting to Bluetooth speakers you’ve already paired with your Android phone is a simple process. Here’s an overview of how to connect to two speakers at the same time:

First, open your phone’s Settings app and select Bluetooth. You should see both paired speakers listed here. Tap on the name of each speaker to connect to it.

Your phone may connect to the speakers automatically if the Bluetooth connection was not disabled. If not, simply tapping on each speaker name should initiate the connection.

Once connected, you’ll see the Bluetooth icon next to the speaker name change from gray to blue. The speakers will also usually indicate they are connected by a change in their LED status indicator or audio queue.

And that’s it! With both speakers now actively connected to your Android phone, you can start streaming audio and it will play through both speakers at the same time.

Adjusting Volume

When you have two Bluetooth speakers connected to your Android device, keep in mind that the volume levels on each speaker must be adjusted separately. The volume controls on your phone will adjust the overall system volume, but they do not control the speakers independently.

To change the volume on a specific speaker, look for volume buttons directly on the speaker itself. Most Bluetooth speakers will have physical volume up/down buttons, dials, or touch controls. Use these to increase or decrease volume on each speaker.

Get the volume levels balanced between both speakers for the best stereo experience. You may need to go back and forth a few times between adjusting the left speaker volume, right speaker volume, and system volume to get it right.

The maximum volume level will be limited by the lower of the two speaker’s volumes. For example, if the left speaker is set to 80% volume but the right is only at 50%, you won’t be able to achieve full max volume on both together.

Take the time to get the levels just right, so you can enjoy your music, videos, or other audio at the perfect volume on both speakers.

Streaming Audio

When you want to stream audio from your Android device to both Bluetooth speakers at the same time, simply open your preferred music or video app and start playback as normal. The audio should automatically play from both paired Bluetooth speakers simultaneously.

This allows you to enjoy your music in stereo sound, with one speaker playing the left channel and the other playing the right channel. Having two speakers can also help increase overall volume and fill a larger space with sound.

Most music and video apps have built-in support for streaming audio to multiple connected Bluetooth devices. However, you may need to adjust your app’s audio output settings if you don’t hear audio from both speakers by default.

Look for an option like “Audio Output” in your app’s settings and select “Bluetooth” to ensure it is pushing audio to your paired Bluetooth speakers. Some apps also allow you to select specific Bluetooth devices to play audio through.

Once configured properly, streaming high-quality stereo audio to two speakers via Bluetooth is a great way to create an immersive listening experience from your Android smartphone or tablet.

Troubleshooting

If you are having issues connecting two Bluetooth speakers to your Android device, here are some troubleshooting tips:

Check Bluetooth Multipoint is Enabled

Go back into your Android device’s Developer Options and verify that Bluetooth Multipoint is enabled. If it got toggled off somehow, turn it back on again.

Retry Pairing the Speakers

Go into your phone’s Bluetooth settings and “Forget” both speakers, then pair them again. Make sure to fully go through the pairing process with both speakers.

Note Bluetooth Range Limitations

Keep in mind Bluetooth has a limited range, usually around 30 feet or 10 meters. Make sure both speakers are within range of your phone. Move the speakers closer to the phone and try reconnecting.