How to Fix Ground Loop Noise, Hiss, Buzz, & Hum (Simple & Cheap!)
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День томуThis video will show how to fix studio monitor ground loop noise, hiss, buzz, and hum in a cheap and simple way.
Electrical noise from studio monitors and speakers is quite common in audio setups. This could sound like a buzzing noise, hiss, or computer noise where you can hear the computer working from your studio monitors. This is not ideal for music producers.
Ground loop noise is very common in audio setups because your audio equipment will be linked together by signal cables, and the various equipment will also typically be plugged into multiple sockets. This creates multiple grounding points, which can create all kinds of ground loop noise.
Studio monitor noise problems can be annoying, and in this video, I will present several solutions. There are many ways to fix ground loop noise, buzz, hiss, hum and so on. The options presented in this video is far better than typical ground loop isolator solutions. They can often affect sound quality negatively, while these solutions won't.
Fixing studio monitor noise problems doesn't have to be expensive, but you'll have to pinpoint the cause of the noise problem first. So, how do you stop noise from studio monitors? Studio monitor noise problems can be caused by many things, so you need to be sure before you start buying anything. The type of noise will often give a clue as to what the cause might be. Hiss, Buzz, Hum, or electrical noise / computer noise are the most common problems, and the cause of these problems are usually the same. It's typically due to interference due to low-quality unbalanced signal cables (TRS or XLR), or a ground loop problem, either between your studio monitors themselves, or the monitors and the computer. Ground loop problems are also common when connecting electric guitars and such. I'll be providing some examples of the different types of studio monitor noise that are most typical in this video, in order to help identify the problem.
This video is an updated version of my previous video about how to fix studio monitor noise problems, such as studio monitor hiss, studio monitor buzz, studio monitor hum, computer noise / electrical noise, and ground loop noise. I will show you various devices such as the ifi idefender+ and the ifi GND defender which are both efficient at removing ground loop noise and fixing the problem. This was not included in my previous video, so this one should be much more helpful to anyone who has noise problems.
Noise removal devices:
☑️ iFi Idefender+ (For USB audio interfaces): geni.us/idefender
☑️ iFi GND defender (For everything else): geni.us/GND-defender
☑️ iFi DC blocker (remove amplifier hum): geni.us/DC-blocker
☑️ PYLE Hum eliminator: geni.us/hum_eliminator
☑️ Balanced XLR monitor cables: geni.us/monoprice104761
☑️ Whirlwind XLR GROUND LIFT: geni.us/groundlifter
00:00 Different types of noise
01:18 Free things you can try
02:01 Signal cables, filters, and isolators
03:07 Fixing amplifier hum (toroidal hum)
04:02 Ground loop noise
05:26 Removing ground loop noise from USB audio interface
07:50 removing ground loop noise from firewire audio interface
09:42 Noise due to Faulty equipment
10:01 Troubleshooting
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@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
Use these devices to remove noise: ☑️ iFi IDefender+ (For USB audio interfaces): geni.us/idefender ☑️ iFi GND defender (For everything else): geni.us/GND-defender ☑️ iFi DC blocker (remove amplifier hum): geni.us/DC-blocker ☑️ PYLE Hum eliminator: geni.us/hum_eliminator ☑️ Balanced XLR monitor cables: geni.us/monoprice104761 ☑️ Whirlwind XLR GROUND LIFT: geni.us/groundlifter Note: If you go for the Idefneder+ then make sure to attach a 5v USB charger to the side port, or else it won't work, as it requires external power to break the ground loop. Read the instructions. Do NOT Use a 12v charger or any other type of charger! ------------------------------------------------------------------ RECOMMENDED STUDIO GEAR: (Amazon links below) AUDIO INTERFACE: ☑️ Focusrite Scarlett Solo: geni.us/scarlettsolo-3rd-gen ☑️ Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 (3rd Gen): geni.us/scarlett-4i4 REFERENCE HEADPHONES: ☑️ AKG 612 PRO: geni.us/akg-k612pro ☑️ Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO: geni.us/DT-990-pro REFERENCE MONITORS: ☑️ 5": Yamaha HS5: geni.us/Yamaha-HS5 ☑️ 7": Adam Audio: geni.us/Adam-Audio-T7V ☑️ 8": Yamaha HS8: geni.us/Yamaha-HS8 SUBWOOFER: ☑️ KRK 10S2 V2: geni.us/krk-10s2v2 MICROPHONE: ☑️ Audio-Technica Cardioid Condenser Studio XLR Microphone: geni.us/at2020microphone ☑️ Vocal recording booth / stand for microphone: geni.us/microphonebooth XLR CABLES: ☑️ TISINO 35 ft Balanced XLR cable for mic: geni.us/xlr3ftoxlr3m ☑️ Monoprice 6 ft Balanced XLR Cable for monitors: geni.us/monoprice104761 SHORTCUT KEYBOARD: ☑️ Backlit FL Studio Shortcut Keyboard: geni.us/flstudio-keyboard ☑️Get The Complete Idiot's Guide To Music Theory Here: geni.us/idiotsguidemusictheory As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. ------------------------------------------------------------------ ✔️ VST & Effect Plugins: pluginboutique.com/?a_aid=5d496680b59cd ✔️ Premium Loops And Sample Packs: www.loopmasters.com/?a_aid=5d496680b59cd ------------------------------------------------------------------
@bonebap1096 2 роки тому
What is the difference between iFi GND defender and iFi DC blocker as I have KRK V6 studio monitors that has annoying buzzing noise even when my cables are not even connected? Which one should I get as I see you use iFi defender and blocker on studio monitors in your video? Please help. Thank you.
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
@@bonebap1096 the dc blocker is for eliminating toroidal hum from amplifiers. If you have any kind of ground loop related noise such as computer noise or a low frequency hum then you need the gnd defender. You just plug it into the power supply of your computer, and then you ought the power cord into the gnd defender.
@bonebap1096 2 роки тому
@@FireWalkMusicMy speak noises are combos both like the sounds from your white Pioneer speakers(50-60 hz) and your Yamaha HS8. So get the GDN Defender you're saying?
@Hex-Mas Рік тому
What about a raspberry pi that has a analog amp that's powered by the same 5v power supply. No ground loop isolator works.
@mic4ch Рік тому
How about Audioquest JitterBug FMJ? Would that eliminate the ground loop or is it the different type of the device?
@lialudlam9906 5 місяців тому
This is the best video I’ve found on eliminating noise, after watching like 4 others! Thank you for addressing which solutions are for which sounds, and showing visuals of how to fix!
@FireWalkMusic 5 місяців тому
Glad you found it helpful 😀
@miked2588 15 годин тому
An unused USB cable was causing the hum. While using the digital mixer direct to the camera via XLR, no PC was needed, so the USB cord was on the rack. I removed the cord from the mixer, no hum. Thanks for the 1 minute fix. I'll pick up some of those devices anyway. I'm sure they will come in handy later. Thanks for a well made video.
@KennyKleinComedy 10 місяців тому
The pace of this video is perfect. So informative. So well put together. Thank you.
@FireWalkMusic 9 місяців тому
You're welcome! :)
@Preske Рік тому
I have the XX Hz ground loop problem. Your video finally gave me an answer what was wrong. It would slowly build up and start getting louder and louder. A wiggle of the cables made it go away So i always assumed it was a faulty connection, despite the cables being in good condition and not really moving. Now just to find what the actual problem is. They're not studio monitors, just old Cambridge Soundworks pc-speakers and subwoofer. Yeah I know, old AF, but I really like them. They sound good for me and they are very compact.
@jpf2159 Рік тому
Hey, you helped me diagnose a problem that has been plaguing my studio for a long time. Best thing about it is that I was able to solve it without having to spend any money. Thanks so, so much! You da real MVP.
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
That's great! Glad you finally got it sorted 😀
@les7118 Рік тому
how you solved it?
@PomBare 2 роки тому
Brilliant video. I usually can't get my head around technical issues but this was so clear I actually fully understood each step. AND I'm pleased to say that changing the unbalanced leads to balanced leads (I wasn't even aware which ones I had in) did the trick - I was very close to coughing up money on the idefender, but fixed my issue for free. Thank you FireWalk!
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
Glad you found it helpful! :)
@RAM_845 8 місяців тому
Yup does wonder, I have a Preamp SMSL Ho200 stacked with SMSL SU-9n both using XLR cables my JBL 305p Mk3 XLR to TRS (Balanced) XLR out from my JBL LSR310S to my PreAMP, SMSL SU 9n Output XLR input XLR
@Stagoras 10 місяців тому
Great video! Using a 5 y.old scarlet solo, didn't had the option to use balanced cables. Had it unused for more than a year. Had the noises when using mouse, bright images on screen... After watching this video and reading some of the comments, I changed the usb connection of the scarlett from the laptop to the usb-hub on my monitor. Problem solved! No more noise and a great satisfaction with the expectation of future listenings of good music in my work-from-home setup.
@bluejayb1rd Рік тому
I'm a little embarrassed that all it took to solve this issue was cleaning up my wiring, but sometimes the simplest solutions work the best! Thanks for this video!
@cocktailchroniclespodcast Рік тому
Thank you for a really clear and detailed (easy to follow) explanation. I ordered a few devices using your links! THANK YOU.
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
Thanks :) You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful :)
@nigelsilcock5921 2 роки тому
Great advice, I've had low level background noise/hum with my system for years and just went along with it......after watching this video today I solved the problem in 10 seconds.......ground loop noise was the problem, although ALL of my kit is sourced from a single plug socket in the wall (good), I'm using several extension boards and these were the cause of the problem.....my speakers were plugged into extension board 1, and my interface was plugged into extension board 2....... I moved the latter so that all three plugs used extension board 1 and the hum/noise stopped immediately!!
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
Hey, glad you got it sorted! 😀
@reevespeters3717 2 роки тому
It's not quite fixed. I still have some humming. Any ideas of what else I could do? I got the hissing fixed however. Thanks.
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
This is a new and updated version of my original video about how to remove noise from audio setups and studio monitors. The previous video was quite popular and I learned that people were having all kinds of noise-related issues, some of which were not addressed in the video. This video includes much more useful information that should be helpful to those who are dealing with ground loop issues related to firewire audio interfaces or externally powered interfaces, as well as electric guitars and such. I've done much research into this, and I've also tested some of these solutions myself to confirm that it actually works. I believe this video will be helpful to more people who are dealing with noise-related issues such as ground loop induced hum, buzz, hiss, and so on. I know these are issues that many music producers and audio enthusiasts are struggling with, so please share this video and get the word out if you found this video helpful. :)
@condorito692 2 роки тому
Thanks for sharing this great info. Do you know if I can use the GND Defender on my Integrated Amplifier? I keep getting this slight static/hissing sound. I've done a lot of troubleshooting and everything points to my Integrated Amplifier. Thx
@abundantYOUniverse Рік тому
I can't believe your video fixed it instantly. I spent three weeks and a lot of money in cables off Amazon, and it was the ground loop deal. I had one plugged into a monster power strip and the other one on another power strip. Put both power plugs into the same one, noise gone! Thanks!
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
Glad to hear it! 😀
@TraxtasyMedia 2 роки тому
Oh cool. I bought the ifi ground defender and was wondering why my humming on the headphones still is there and I asked myself, for what the other USB input is for. Now I got it and I should've read the manual precisely instead of just glimpsing shortly at it. Thanks for your neat and professional videos.
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
You're not the first one to make that mistake. Many just plug it in and think it just doesn't work. It needs external power in order to break the ground loop, by separating the power connection from the computer itself to the audio interface. :)
@Doggotron9 Рік тому
You rock! This is not an easy topic to research on google. You get a lot of results about people trying to make their computers fans run quieter + a lot of products marketed to health nuts who believe electromagnetic interference/dirty power is harming them physically. Thank you
@scotthudson8363 Рік тому
Great video and discussion of ground loops and computer noises - great, practical solutions too. One additional "culprit" could be a cell phone. I used to store mine near some of the signal cables (including the monitor inputs) and could hear clicks and pops (I assume the bluetooth, WiFi, and cell signals all radiate from the phone and were bleeding into the signal lines). If I leave the phone in another room, I don't hear the noise in my DAW (or speakers).
@hiddenamericachannel Рік тому
I wonder if that's it....🤔
@davidrestrepo8176 Рік тому
I had computer noise loop on a new interface, surprisingly the issue was cause due to the guitar being too close to the PC and the pickups where capturing interference from the it, spent 2 whole days to found out what the cause was :)
@Turkanda 2 роки тому
Thank you so much for all your efforts making this video, it has helped me answer so much questions in a clear concise manner.🤟
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
Hi, glad you found it helpful 😀
@augustinvaclavik6282 9 місяців тому
Reassured me in the solutions i hoped would work but was afraid to waste money on, actually extremely valuable peice of content, like warranted
@TheMeJustMe75 2 роки тому
Just got studio monitors and getting computer noise. I got the IDefender and it definitely helped but my instrument interface is dead now. Going to try some of the cheaper options once I get the interface issue solved. My interface doesn't have balanced outputs so that was part of the problem. This video has been a GREAT help!
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
Hi, glad you found it helpful! :)
@jay321a 11 місяців тому
The first free solution worked. I just plugged my pc into a different outlet and bang no feedback. Thank you!!!
@FireWalkMusic 11 місяців тому
You're welcome 😀
@morsymusic Рік тому
I just posted this comment on your other video but putting it here as well.... I got new KALI AUDIO speakers and started to hear a glitch sound (which I didn't hear on my iLoud speakers.) Everytime I moved my mouse or pushed up and down on the keyboard, I would hear the glitchy sound even more. Currently using the RCA inputs until my TRS cables arrive. After this video I started unplugging wires and learned that my HDMI monitor was the issue. Turns out these speakers don't mix well if the HDMI monitor is plugged in to the same powerstrip. SO the solution was to plug the HDMI monitor into a different power source (which so happens to be on the same wall outlet) Problem solved... Thank you sir!
@muresic2948 Рік тому
I knew it couldn't be an issue with my speakers because the GPU noise was coming through the headphone jack on the audio interface too. I was hesitant to spend $60 on the iFi+ but after trying every possible fix with drivers and cables I could think of with nothing working I finally caved in and ordered it and it was the only thing that actually resolved the issue, thank you.
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome! Glad you finally were able to remove the noise. I know how annoying it can be! :)
@Infidel67 Рік тому
That did it, isolated the cables away from others and used the same outlet, turned both JBL Professional 306P MkII Off before switching it out, turned them back on and the noise was gone. Great Video. Thanks
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome! Glad you got rid of the noise 😀
@LoveMeBack 2 роки тому
The only video in the planet that explains these products. Well done! Though it’s still not clear to me which of the two(GRD or DC) I need so I bought them both so I can experiment.
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
You're welcome. They both do basically the same thing, all though the Idefender only works directly on the sound card, while the GND defender can be used on your computer itself, the monitors, guitar amp and so on, so it has a much wider use.
@LoveMeBack 2 роки тому
@@FireWalkMusic In my situation the DC blocker directly on my monitors fixed the problem. My studio is now dead silent. Probably overkill but I kept the GND Defender and put it directly on my audio interface and I'm going to buy a pair of Ifi power cables, because I have all my power cables, audio cables and others laying on top of each other(no other option) and there is more equipment coming.
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
@@LoveMeBack Glad you got it sorted! The idefender is probably redundant, but I've seen people have issues related to noise from the VRMs on the motherboard, so it certainly can't hurt. There's nothing more annoying than constant noise in a studio. You're spending a lot of time in there, and any kind of constant noise can be maddening.... :)
@davidcurry6784 3 місяці тому
Thanks for taking the time to put this together. It's great.
@Calvin-hq3bh Рік тому
removing signal cables from power cables did the trick for me, lifesaver till today!
@voivodOfficial 8 місяців тому
Great video. Question: How do you address Ground Loop Noise from an amp?
@leolundgren3989 Рік тому
Thanks to this video I discovered that i had a ground loop issue deriving from the audio interface USB connector. I just ordered an iDefender and I hope it will solve the issue. Thank you so much for the informative video!
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome 😀
@Al-Zahid 3 місяці тому
Thanx for help, balanced cables worked very well for me ! Have a nice day 😊
@jthrilla84 2 роки тому
Definitely going to try the IFI plus. I have the same focusrite interface. The mic is fine but when I record with my guitars I notice slight background buzzing noise.or white noise. Ill have to check if I have cheap cables too lol. This should be a big help. Thanks for the info!!
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
You're welcome :)
@devingrubbs Рік тому
I've definitely run into all of those and thankfully sorted most of them. But my current noise battle is with the laptop I use to run my Ableton Live set. Tried Pyle Hum Eliminator and running a Radial DI in between my interface and the mixer. But there's always a static noise coming through the PA speakers. Running the laptop Powered or Battery doesn't seem to make much difference. That USB option you showed looks promising. Between that and upgrading my interface I'm not sure what else I could even try.
@jameslawrencewirth 9 місяців тому
I have Universal Audio Apollo twin interface with Mac. It is gorgeous with mics as a preamp, has a tube inside, which I'm sure enhances the audio signal for mics. I get a hum when connecting guitar or bass direct into the HiZ 1/4" input. Your post here appears the most thorough I have seen aver several years on this issue! i will try some of the fixes you recommend and get back to you, thanks!
@GuitarnoobJulian 2 роки тому
Thanks so much for the Video. Finally i got some clues what i am facing the whole time
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
You're welcome, glad you found it helpful :)
@RLAYY 6 місяців тому
I just realized i might have a few of these issues. Not exactly sure whats the main source. But i had no idea about the unbalanced n balanced thing and the “grounding” part . This is all new to me . Definitely out of my comfort zone. mostly worked on some good quality headphones. But now im trying to listen on my monitors and I didn’t realize i had a humming noise bcuz i live on a main street n my windows are the side of the traffic . So theres noise constantly when im at home . Thx for sharing
@sxyjimbo 8 місяців тому
I have had my Yamaha hs80s for 10 years. I have tried all kinds of cables, separating speakers to different breaker circuits, and even buying a ups to power the speakers off a battery with no luck. I finally decided to give it another go last week and read on a forum something about a ground loop which led me to this video and I FINALLY FIX IT!!!!!! LETS FUCKING GO I LOVE YOU! the ifi groundloop breaker fixed my buzzing perfectly! no buzzing when scrolling the web and most importantly I can actually play video games with my speakers now without going insane!!!!!!!!!
@danalvesDR 7 місяців тому
Great video, thank you very much! One question, the issue that I'm experiencing comes from the usb on my mac, so that ifi defender + should do the job but does the GND defender also works on this kind of usb computer noise related?
@TenDecibel Рік тому
I'd just like to praise your production value. I also produce technical tutorials, and you excel with conciseness, crisp video and scripted voiceover.
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
Thanks! Glad you liked it 😀
@Robert65536 2 години тому
Thank you so much! Works like a charm with the Idefender+. All the noises are gone. I just use an old iPhone 5W power supply to power the Idefender+
@user-ft7iq3oq5s 6 місяців тому
Thanks for sharing. Very informative. God Bless!
@carlosascencio7176 2 роки тому
Thank you! it worked having both monitors connected to the same power outlet!
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
You're welcome, glad you got it sorted 👍 😀
@moochogusto 5 місяців тому
I have been hosting karaoke at a friend's pub and we have been constantly battling with the sound heard at 21 seconds in this video. We have ruled out a lot of potetntial causes but did not consider a grounding loop. Hopefully we are able to move some cables around and solve the issue! Thanks for a great video.
@FireWalkMusic 5 місяців тому
Thanks, you're welcome 😃
@Tutku35 9 місяців тому
Wow great explanation and the video!. I have a pair of iloud micros and they have a terrible white noise even without RCA connected. So these defenders don't work with the DC in port of the device or with the power supply it comes with. Maybe AC ipuifier or DC ipurifier2 would work?
@user-bv6kw7ij7e Рік тому
Great video and very helpful! I'm just wondering if the iFi GND defender and/or the iFi DC blocker perform the same job as power conditioning strips. I have a severe buzz coming from my guitar amp/cabinets when I split the signal chain, with one line going into my amps and the other directly into a Zoom interface/mixing board via a TS instrument cable. I have all of my guitar gear plugged into a Black Lion power conditioner and all of the recording equipment (Zoom, MacBook, monitors, etc) plugged into a SurgeX power conditioner. The amps have zero noise until I plug into the Zoom, either powered on or not. As soon as I unplug from the Zoom, the noise is gone. I've used a Lehle 1 at 3 switch, a Pog harmonizer, and other devices to split the signal, but none has eliminated the buzzing noise, which is especially bad when I use a high-gain (crunch) channel on the amps. Just wondering if either of the iFi devices or the Pyle Hum eliminator might do the trick. Thanks!
@karl3349 Рік тому
Nice tutorial. Do you have any advice for guitarists that have electrical interference through their amps? Mine sounds like 120hz buzz that fluctuates in loudness but never completely goes away. A Furman. SS 6B Pro outlet strip doesn't filter it out. My guitar cables and pickups pick up the noise. Not sure if guitar cables with better shielding would help or not. Thanks.
@jaybrown5586 2 роки тому
Wow this was a great share. Good to have some of these on hand
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
Thanks, glad you liked the video :)
@ECLEKTIKMAN 2 роки тому
Hi from France. Your vidéos are always a real pleasure to watch & very informative. T.U.
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
Hi, Thanks! Much appreciated! Glad you liked it 😀
@popkorn256 Рік тому
Thank you so much for your tip! I was going crazy with a loud computer/monitor noise. I bought the iFi Defender and plugged it to my computer and the noise was gone :)
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful. I know all about how annoying that kind of noise can be. 😀
@user-ko2si3hv5k Рік тому
This video was extremely helpful! Thank you. I am experiencing a buzz when I use my audio interface (SSL2+). I thought maybe it was my cloudlifter (I need one because I have a SHURE SM7B mic) but now I think it's a ground loop issue. The buzz happens completely randomly so it's not consistent. When it does happen, it goes away when I unplug my interface (powered through USBC) from my computer then plug it back in again. I am hoping by purchasing the IFI idefender will solve it!
@tjcadillac2835 Рік тому
Thanks so much ! I didn't even know my cables weren't balanced !
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome 😀
@barryjones6744 11 місяців тому
thank you for sharing this video bro 💯
@MarlonKingShow 9 місяців тому
Thank you for the video. Im getting a werid siren sound when I connect my Orange Stamp Tube amp to my Audient interface to record. I do not get a sound when i play the amp direct throug a speaker, bit when I connect as DI I get a werid siren noise. What is more, if i try and DI from a different pedal, before it gets to the amp, I get the same issue. I do have a power conditioner multiway power supply and I have tried plugging both the amp and sound card into the same one but i still get the sound, and it still comes through when recording. Any ideas? sounds like it could still be a ground loop?
@MIRAJADESIGN Рік тому
Two different power strips! Thank you. That buzz in my left monitor has been bugging me for a while.
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome 🙂
@user-ii7fc3ev2r 5 місяців тому
Thanks for this video. Gives me some ideas on what I'm experiencing with my studio monitors from time to time. I have one other issue I can't seem to figure out and it's somewhat intermittent. My subwoofer will work perfectly for days and then suddenly makes random, low frequency "crackling" sounds. I put that in quotes because it's not really crackling, but that's the closest description I have. I turn it off for a few days and then turn it back on. The sounds is gone for awhile, but then pops up again. I've tried keeping track of what I'm doing before or at the time the noise starts, but there's no consistent activity I can pin on the issue. Thoughts?
@FrankVila Рік тому
Great video and very informative. But what If I do not use a computer. I've had a hard time finding something when you do no use a computer in the chain; Just an old CD player that goes to a DAC and a DAC to an AMP and to some headphones. Apparently is my DAC that is introducing the ground loop hum because it goes away when I unplug it, which does not happen with any of the other devices. It uses a micro USB cable that goes tu an adaptar and to the AC Outlet, and if I touch any of the devices the hum goes away too. So what can I use for this purpose ?
@marko93ns Рік тому
Hey, man, thanks for the video. The noise I get is like clicking/tktktk noise. I get it with only the power cable plugged in and only from one of the studio monitors. Do you have any recommendations on what I can do? Thanks!
@jamesdavisjr1086 Місяць тому
Thanks for the video. I have a hiss and buzzing in my headphones when the volume is turned down. It's still there when i turn up volume, but whatever i I'm listening to will cover it up.
@synthguy7774 Рік тому
Thank you so much!!!!! I needed this video.
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome 🙂
@michelrodriguez8752 8 місяців тому
Hi, thanks for this video. I have some similar problem. I had in one wall the computer and all peripherals connected to an UPS power backup. I have all the amps connected in the opposite wall, in front. If I play my guitar in front of the computer I have that static noise coming from the amp. I think it is the guitar what captures that noise, because if I move away from the computer the noise disappear.
@y-m-t-19 8 місяців тому
My Bose 700 subwoofer module is making a hum noise when connecting to a third-party amplifier i could not figure it out untill i saw this video , i will hit a try when get home and update comment. thanks for sharing such informative video
@kevintran9321 2 роки тому
Good video as always thanks !
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
Glad you liked it! :)
@richardmay3727 9 місяців тому
Regarding the "computer working" noise, I had this for years across two different studio monitors and multiple hardware swapouts on the PC side (all setups were unbalanced to balanced). Currently using on-board audio with KRK Rokit 5 G2 monitors. Finally fixed it last week with all of the below: * PC sleeve into both tips. * PC ring into right ring. * PC tip into lift ring. * Leave cable shields open on the PC side and connected to sleeves at the studio monitors. * Prevent Intel on-board audio chipsets from going into standby (low-power mode). All of the commercially available cable solutions tie all the sleeves together, send left/right signal into left/right tips, and who knows what goes on with ring when you plug TS into a TRS jack. Ironically the KRK's balanced inputs handle the unbalanced source better than their RCA inputs (which are even noisier). Apparently "problem solver" cables wired as above along with others using resistors to create quasi-balanced outputs have existed in the past but I've had no luck tracking any of them down. Isolation transformers should come with a warning about non-linearity -- cheap ones have significant roll-off at one or both ends of the spectrum. Thanks for making this video -- I'm sure it's helped many.
@mundini142 Рік тому
Help a lot. Thank you
@sIIcAnton 7 місяців тому
Dear FireWalk - thank you very much for the Video. I locate my Buzz and from where it is coming. My setup is I have one pair of active speakers connected to my av receiver. And I have a very strong buzz. I find out, that it is coming from the antenna cable. The antenna cable is going into the TV box - and from there via HDMI into the AV Receiver and then I have the buzz in my active speakers. I am struggeling which iFi product I need. Do I need to buy two GND Blocker for each active speaker or do I need a DC Blocker in the av receiver? BTW: The AV Receiver is connected to ONE Active speaker. And this active speaker is connected via a digital cable to the other one. I have Nubert X8000. I would really appreciate your advise. :-) Thank you very much.
@zhihaoxu756 4 місяці тому
Thank you so much for your video! Wondering if I can ask a quick question. I got hiss noise once I connect amp with my passive speakers. Do you know which device will solve the problem? Thank you!
@MaTTheWish Рік тому
Great information! Thanks.
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome. Glad you liked it 🙂
@JostSchwider 2 роки тому
Helpful new version, thanx a lot! 👍 - _also_ for the YT algo! 😊
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
Thanks, glad you liked it! :)
@totalplonker824 5 місяців тому
Even though I've got rid of all my unwanted noise long ago it was only after I changed my cables multiple times ((9-ch), I realised the faint background signal noise (noise floor) I was hearing was actually coming from my unshielded cables. Silence is Golden.
@xjohnlangerijs527 11 місяців тому
In my situation ground loop occurs after connecting my screen to the computer. Have used some shielding around my audio out cable, which takes away a lot. But found some low voltage on p/e and common. I certainly gonna try one of the mentioned devices, TX. Namasté.
@Antonio_Ortiz 8 місяців тому
Your setup is clean AF.
@michaelnovac21 Рік тому
I found a different fix for a similar issue I was having. Audio from Zoom H6 to ATEM Mini to Mac, annoying hiss and crackle. Turned out to be the DC power to the Zoom H6, it was sharing the same USB power brick as my Sony camera. Plugged them each into their own separate USB power bricks, audio is now crystal clear.
@justingad 2 місяці тому
Thanks for great Video. I've been struggling with what I think is a ground loop noise on my one Pioneer S-DJ80X. The other speaker is fine which made me think it may be a physical problem. I'm using XLR cables and a pioneer mixer. The problem is intermittent and granted that there may still be other sources of interference the sound goes away when I touch the back of the speaker or switch it off and on. Is this an indication of a particular problem? I have also tried most of the recommended solutions. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
@robertomannmusic Рік тому
Thank you so much, your video helped me solve my issue, my life is better now.
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
Glad you found it helpful 😀
@vonmeier 8 місяців тому
Thank you for this great, informative video! My problem is the following: I've put together a temp setup with two Yamaha HS50M speakers connected to a small mixer that receives signal from the integrated soundcard of my PC via a stereo jack -> L+R cable. The speakers make an very loud hum noise but only when I plug the jack into the PC. I've tried plugging all the devices in the same and also different power outlets, nothing changes. I know integrated sound cards are very far from optimal but I can't use a standalone currently. The weird part is that the same setup worked with a very low noise at the previous apartment where it was assembled. I'd appreciate if anyone had a tip what to check.
@luckyyoufilms Рік тому
Wonderful video. I am ordering a few products now, to see if I can save me ears. Thank you!!!
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome. Glad you found it helpful 😀
@luckyyoufilms Рік тому
@@FireWalkMusic I only wish I would have found it a year ago. These Yamaha HS8 kick off some major interference, as you know.
@vanedge 2 місяці тому
Hello. This is a great video. I'm getting a humming noise in my powered Mackie HR824s only when I use HDMI out to a second display from my MacBook Pro. I am wondering if using balanced cables from my Focusrite Scarlet 2i2 will eliminate the noise. It's just weird that it's definitely the HDMI output creating this. Please let me know your thoughts.
@jossyvillalona7031 Рік тому
Great video! My problem is hum, however not from my monitors as I unplugged them altogether and used my headphones on my focusrite interface. the hum only shows up when i try to use my Drawmer 1974 Parametric eq. unit is only 3 months old. It's coming out of the eq output. I swapped xlr cables, tried other things too like connecting to other inputs on my interface to ensure it's not the focusrite.. I went as far as getting a replacement eq same make and model, still hum. I tried plugging electrical cable to my Furman PL PLUS Power Conditioner and Light Module unit where I have mac and other equipment plugged in. I also tried plugging eq directly to wall outlet, still hum. I also unplugged other equipment balanced cables and electrical cables one at a time , hum still there. any ideas?
@Nevakonaza. 9 місяців тому
@FireWalk how do i go about eliminating Logitech Z533 speakers constant 'hissing' when powered on?. Apparently its a issue a lot of people have with this setup.
@laurencorinne 7 місяців тому
I just moved into an older apartment, and I am now having audio issues with my Korg SP-250 keyboard. There is static noise coming from the built-in speaker, which goes away when I plug in headphones. The sound also seems to go away, or at least lessens significantly, when I plug my keyboard into my room. However, in the living room, the static is unavoidable. Also note: my record player speaker now makes the same noise, which is also located in my living room. Both speakers are near a microwave and refrigerator… So could it be an electromagnetic interference? Or is it more likely a grounding issue? If so, how do I fix it? :(
@joie7457 2 роки тому
Thanks for this video! I have my laptop [plugged in] then USB daw, then guitar, amp , pedal, pedal power supply and midi footswitch lol. All the noises 😄.
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
You're welcome. Glad you found it helpful :)
@arpantoppo3266 Рік тому
Damn this was very helpful ❤️❤️
@cesarmunoz1832 Рік тому
THANK YOU !!!
@AnuragGanguly Місяць тому
Thank you!
@krystiankreska 8 місяців тому
Hello, first of all thanks for the video and your advices, I have some similar case For me it looks like I hear similar sounds as in 5:05, plus hiss and humming, but only when I play some VST instruments (not all plugins and not all presets, but some) and I'm not talking about Trial plugins, but full versions. I tried different settings in both "FLstudio" and "Maschine2". My PC is connected to "APC back-ups es 700" I don't know if the sound comes from the sound samples that are in these plugins (some kind of artifact that happened while recording those samples or something) or if it's my audio interface's (SSL2+) fault . Studio monitors are definitely not a problem here (I even disconnected them completely to do the test), I mainly work with headphones. In some plugins you can hear hissing/humming around 500 to 2500hz, only when a key is pressed (midi, or in piano roll), And here it's not that bad, but in some plugins you can hear electric sounds like from a pc, moments after when I play an unspecified sequence of keys and let go, then for about 3-5 seconds you can hear electrical artifacts, and it's really annoying specially when i learning playing piano.
@SkreamerOfficial Рік тому
You're amazing. Thanks!
@bhavyadev3923 Рік тому
Wonderful video! However, we have got a Definitive Technology W Studio micro sound bar, and after shifting to our new home and installing it, we seem to have this problem, and we're not sure how to fix it. Could you help for this particular device please?
@bogdanrivaldo 7 місяців тому
Hi. My sub is humming. When it is connected to the power supply and no other cable connected, there is no hum. As soon as I connect the signal cable but not connected at the amp, the humming starts. If I touch the signal cable the humming amplifies. Connecting to the amp, the hum is there. Second, I have the white noise on my shelf speakers. Can it be from the ground loop or from the amp or maybe from my laptop?
@TyrionFrost93 7 місяців тому
So far 1 of the best videos regarding that topic :) I use an ifi zen dac v2 at my pc and got quite a similar interference when using balanced output or low gain... However, should I use iDefender+ or the GroundLoop Breaker? Honestly the need to externally power the iDefender seems a huge turnoff for me but I'm not sure whether both devices will fix the Problem.
@FireWalkMusic 7 місяців тому
The gnd defender does the same thing and don't need external power like the idefender. It's a bit pricier though
@TyrionFrost93 7 місяців тому
@@FireWalkMusic thanks for your quick response. If I might ask a followup question: Could it help to simply use an external Power source for the Zen Dac? Currently its powered by the usb port If my Desktop PC
@FireWalkMusic 7 місяців тому
@@TyrionFrost93 possibly, but not always. Depends on how it works.
@raymondcrisostomo9778 Рік тому
Yes, I have that buzz from my polk audio 12" subwoofer it drive me nuts. I replace wire able same thing. I will try your recommendations to plug the unit on the PowerBar or separate outlet. Those ifi defender are expensive.
@CodySorgenfrey1 2 роки тому
For anyone who can't find the iDefender+ in stock, or finds it too expensive... separating the power wires from the data wires can be done DIY by splitting the cable, and using a 5w USB power adapter (like what comes with the iPhone). This achieves the same effect for GPU/CPU noise.
@JoshFisher567 Рік тому
Ironically iFi makes a USB audio cable that does this but it's like 350 bucks. DIY sounds like a much better solution. The USB connector connects to your DAC then it has 2 USB A ports, one for audio/data and one for power.
@Matilonga Рік тому
I tried this viewing a tutorial, but my laptop doesn't recognize the audio interface (a Presonus Audiobox) when I plugged it into the female connector of the splitter. I tested it with three different extension cables (USB 2.0. as the manufacturer recommends), without sucess.
@mexmax1657 Рік тому
You got a tutorial for this?
@jersey21212121 2 роки тому
I had the same problem but as soon as I took my USB coming from my audio interface and plugged it into the USB that supplies power the one that acts like a charging port the problem went away. Make sure your computer comes with a dedicated USB charging port. Clean audio no noise anymore👌
@bleumamba7454 Рік тому
Bro thanks so much same exact problem
@mclovin1498 19 днів тому
Well dam. 😅
@funcle8572 Рік тому
Got to wonder why expensive speakers/monitors don’t have these integrated
@AnonymousCookie709 Рік тому
Because ground lifting can be dangerous depending on the scenario, especially if it’s done without consideration for common ground. Having a ground lift on a pair of powered monitors would mean an electrical discharge would need to find another route to ground, hopefully not through the user. That’s why DI boxes have a ground lift, because each unit either side of the DI box should be grounded individually and the connection between the two is what needs to be isolated. In essence they’re isolated from each other, not from ground.
@gurpreetcheema Рік тому
Damn this was very helpful ❤❤:) Thank you so much!
@FireWalkMusic Рік тому
You're welcome. Glad you found it helpful 😀
@katiecana2297 8 місяців тому
I've got a slight hiss that only happens when there is audio dialog. It's silent when there is no audio. It's subtle and doesn't bother me when I have music on but videos with talking it is very annoying. The problem occurs using both usb and optical connection. The chain is usb(or optical)out from my PC into my RME ADI-2 DAC out XLR to in 1/4 balanced cables into my studio monitors. Since the noise is still there via optical I am assuming the ifi defender won't help? Any other ideas how to remove the noise would be appreciated. Ive also tried plugging my DAC into a different outlet which didn't help.
@Teejayibrahim 2 роки тому
Nice work. I have buzzing noise on my 42'' samsung flat screen only while im connectected to inverter (table on both regular electricity and generator set) what might be the issue?.
@FOXLLive Рік тому
Great video! You helped me.
@ajkjaro 8 місяців тому
I have old electrical installation in home. Only on 2 wires. One is line 230V cable and second is gound 0V cable. I wonder if ifi defender works when you have only two wires in installation ? I don't have third safe conductor on my electric installation. It is possibile to deal with my ground loops ?
@matthewmiranda7060 2 роки тому
Thanks for this explanation. I've got the CPU ground loop noise (moving mouse, etc...) and have tried several things: high quality cables, using the same power outlet, switching out CPU/motherboard and using the iDefender+. The iDefender+ helped a little bit but not all the way. I can completely unplug my sound card's USB cable from the computer and it's external power supply, and still hear noise. Do you have any advice on how to troubleshoot next? Would the GND Defender for my speakers be the next thing to try? Thank you.
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
I'm using the gnd defender myself now. That should take care of it. Either one directly on your computers power supply, or one on each monitor.
@EWilsonJr 2 роки тому
@@FireWalkMusic Hi, may I ask you if the GND Defender has the same result on the computer power supply as the iDefender+ on the usb? If used upon themselves, not together.
@jesserik2000 2 місяці тому
Thank you for your amazing video. I tried almost all the steps. I got an ctive speakerset with subwoofer that's connected with shielded cables. I get a constant 50hz hum from the subwoofer when I've connected the speakers to my pc. I bought the AQ jitterbug and a filtered power outlet. Switched a lot of cables around, nothing is working. Might get the Infi version to see if that one works. The strange thing is that I don't get the sub hum when I use the same usb c cable for my phone or laptop.. I'm getting pretty desperate, what more could I try? Speakers and sub are Kef LSX II + KC62 subwoofer
@isleofmann1088 2 роки тому
Well explained 👍
@FireWalkMusic 2 роки тому
Thanks, glad you found it helpful 😀
@eman19857 7 місяців тому
Thank you so much. The first solution worked for me. God bless you. thank you so much
@FireWalkMusic 7 місяців тому
You're welcome 🙂
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