i try to install them all and only remove ones that break or really bother me - its fun to play with things from time to time. in terms of which ones i use:
- decoders
- asio output, virtual audio cable setup as needed (but for the most part the output i rarely change anymore)
- DSPs, audio (i upmix to 7.1 depending on output; but not exactly a requirement due to equalizer apo), video stuff for funzies
- Network related stuff (control, upnp)
- theme related stuff though i think this is lacking for my use
- lots of tooling stuff (though ive slowed down on a lot of that as of lately)
the app is a powerhouse for power usersedit formatting