Airport express an Wifi audio

Hi,
I need help. I'm using airport express for audio, but when there is a lot of phone , either not connected to my wifi, the audio does not play normally . How can I resolved it ? Is it could be better with making my ssid invisible ?
Thanks in advance

You can mitigate the effects of wireless interference by using the Express's 5 GHz network, if it is capable of it. All Express models produced within the last five years can create a 5 GHz wireless network, but only the newest iPhones can use 5 GHz.
... Is it could be better with making my ssid invisible ?
No, unfortunately this will not help.

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