How To Stop Studio Monitor Noise (Computer Noise, Hiss, Buzz, Hum)

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    This video will show you how to stop studio monitor noise. Studio monitor noise problems like hum, buzz, hiss, electrical interference, or computer noise in your studio monitors are quite common. Fortunately, there are ways to eliminate it. Your Studio monitor noise problem is most likely caused by a ground loop or electrical interference.
    Ground loops and electrical noise are a major cause of noise in audio setups, resulting in hiss, hum and buzz from studio monitors. This can be really annoying if you're a music producer and need to have a quiet mixing environment.
    In this video, I will show you the most common reasons for studio monitor noise problems, and how to stop the noise.
    Fixing studio monitor noise problems doesn't have to be expensive, but you'll have to be able to identify the exact cause of the noise first. There are many things that can cause studio monitor noise, 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, and the cause for these problems are usually the same. it's typically due to interference due to low-quality unbalanced signal (TRS or XLR cables, or a ground loop issue, either between your monitors themselves, or the monitors and the computer. 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 will show you how to fix studio monitor noise problems such as studio monitor hiss, studio monitor buzz, hum, computer noise / electrical noise, and so on.
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    00:00 Studio monitor noise examples
    00:28 Balanced vs unbalanced TRS / XLR studio monitor cables
    01:06 Ground lifter (eliminate hum buss hizz)
    01:10 Preventing interference in signal cables
    01:27 Ground loop problems in audio setups
    01:47 How to fix studio monitor ground loop noise
    02:13 How to stop computer noise in speakers
    02:45 stop computer noise with the Ifi iDefener+ ground lifter
    03:18 How to install the ifi iDefender+
    03:40 studio monitor noise is gone
    04:06 Be sure to properly identify your noise problems
    04:47 speaker/studio monitor due to faulty equipment
    04:53 Basic troubleshooting example
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  • @FireWalkMusic
    @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Check out my new and updated video HERE: th-cam.com/video/einxGsiuwso/w-d-xo.html
    Amazon links below:
    iF iDefender+ for USB audio interfaces: geni.us/idefender
    Balanced XLR monitor cables: geni.us/monoprice104761
    iFi GND intelligent ground loop breaker: geni.us/GND-defender
    When all else fails, try the iFi GND defender! It intelligently removes DC ground loops without sacrificing safety. It can be plugged into your computer, studio monitors, guitar amps and so on and works much the same way that the iFi Idefender+. See the link above.
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  • @ErinKrasniqi
    @ErinKrasniqi ปีที่แล้ว +45

    him: as you can hear my noise that i had is gone
    me who hears my studio monitor's noises: i cant confirm that sir

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Try your headphones instead, they won't be affected by the ground loop like your monitors. :)

    • @eugenm6375
      @eugenm6375 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me: ok...

  • @drktbr8906
    @drktbr8906 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Finally i can get rid of monitor loop...i was so irritated by these sounds that when i try to record my vocals after editing my voice i could hear that hiss sound... Thanks a lot brother

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad you found it helpful! 🙂

  • @johkonut
    @johkonut 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I’ve been dealing with this for YEARS but I just didn’t know what to search for. I wish I found your video sooner.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad you found it helpful 😀

    • @johkonut
      @johkonut 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@FireWalkMusic Not only did the XLR cables fix my issue, it also made everything louder and clearer! :D

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@johkonut Great! Glad you got it sorted! :D

  • @rylandussinger6180
    @rylandussinger6180 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I had my interface plugged into a usb extender. I switched it directly to my laptop and it instantly helped.
    this is actually such a helpful video and one of the coolest things ive learn as a producer. so clutch!!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you found it helpful! :)

  • @GeoffNelson
    @GeoffNelson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This video is incredible. Haven't solved my issue yet but this gives me a lot of hope

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, I hope you'll sort it out! :)

  • @spinrocks
    @spinrocks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Thanks for this. Had continuous low-end, low-volume hum in my speakers. Simply replacing the cables with balanced XLR's immediately stopped the problem.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great! Glad you found it helpful 👌👍

  • @rommperr
    @rommperr ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much! Dimmers was my issue. My right monitors started the same exact sound you have on that part of the vid. And just followed your instructions.

  • @eliascarlson2262
    @eliascarlson2262 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    holy heck dude, I was stuck on this for ages! I thought I'd never get a break from the buzz! This vid saved mah butt, turns out them being plugged into the same outlet makes a HUGEEEE difference. Thanks man, really REALLY appreciate this vid

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome, glad you found it helpful! :)

  • @Lawls
    @Lawls ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video, getting balanced cables fixed my issue!

  • @paqiuman966
    @paqiuman966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love your videos man, they are so helpful.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you liked the videos! 😀

  • @SamuelMing
    @SamuelMing ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had a ground loop issue thanks for the good video

  • @deveyous6614
    @deveyous6614 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    will be getting the iDefender after seeing this! life saver

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, glad you found the video helpful! :)

  • @shaynepantry9105
    @shaynepantry9105 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    very informative thanks

  • @ziomek422
    @ziomek422 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, I literally just touched the cable and it stopped buzzing. Dayum, you're the chief mate 😎

  • @CalebMadl
    @CalebMadl 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you! I was running my audio interface through a USB hub instead of directly into the computer and that solved my issue!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome! 🙂

  • @somejerkfromflorida
    @somejerkfromflorida หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    THANK YOU for this video. I was having crazy noise issues with my new desktop PC and after trying everything I discovered this video. The USB device on Amazon is worth the $60. My sanity is back. Thank you.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad you found it helpful! :)

  • @Pandorium_Man
    @Pandorium_Man ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much !!!!! Had to plug mine into the same power outlet/bar

  • @explorelearnshare8222
    @explorelearnshare8222 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I had the computer noise with moving the mouse, etc. Turns out putting the computer and video monitor on a different outlet from everything else cleared it up for me. Another commenter suggested this, and it worked for me! Thanks! Note that I had everything in one outlet before (everything on one power strip).

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad you got it sorted! Indeed, just changing outlets will often cure these kinds of problems.

  • @bennyloppo
    @bennyloppo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had my eris e5 speakers on different multi-plugs thinking "they should share different electricity for better sounding" and was having high pitched noise from the twitter just like how you've demonstrated on the video. After plugging them into same plugs, it now works perfectly. Thank you so much for the video!!!!! Would have wasted my money on a stabilizers.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful! :)

    • @Adamk24
      @Adamk24 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I found this video for the same issue on the same speakers and putting them all on the same plug fixed it. Thanks!

  • @TheMxSFxT
    @TheMxSFxT 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Like #1000 for saving me a massive headache! Just cut down 60% of the noise in my right monitor by plugging them in to the same power strip. Left one is fine, right still has a little, but it's not driving me mad anymore lol. Big thanks.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad you found it helpful 🙂

    • @YSEVERYNAMETAKENGOD
      @YSEVERYNAMETAKENGOD ปีที่แล้ว +1

      subtle plug to the #1000 hashtag ;)

    • @TheMxSFxT
      @TheMxSFxT ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FireWalkMusic big time! thanks again

  • @VoiceAdBd
    @VoiceAdBd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    this video helped me so much. in my case is it was a ground loop, the spekers are buzzing with mouise movements,, but while i put everything in one power socket, the ground loop was just gone!! 👍👌❤️❤️

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you found the video helpful! :)

  • @peterleyvabazan1519
    @peterleyvabazan1519 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Changing the port to other USB-C on my mac solved the problem, i had a USB-C hub with all my conections including a Focusrite. Thanks a lot!

  • @krishrong2560
    @krishrong2560 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you, your explanation is very clear.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome 😀

  • @TonezworldTV
    @TonezworldTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It worked!! I just plugged one monitor power cord into a different socket and it stopped...THANK YOU!!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome, glad you got it fixed 😀

  • @morsymusic
    @morsymusic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ohhhh my GOD you are a lifesaver!!! 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!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome! Glad you found the video helpful! :)

  • @Chaga1314
    @Chaga1314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are a freaking life saver! Thank you.

  • @thomasfroland762
    @thomasfroland762 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful information thanks

  • @KaddysJamKave
    @KaddysJamKave ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fixed all the noise on my studio speakers by using x2 TRS 1/4 jacks straight into the audio interface. Thanks!

  • @milesjordan
    @milesjordan 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for the helpful video! I switched the outlet of my monitors so that my new PC is not on the same power source & now it works

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you found the video helpful 😊

  • @mgesolutions
    @mgesolutions ปีที่แล้ว

    After watching, I did some troubleshooting of my own. I realized that the noise was being caused by my usb mouse. Replaced it, problem solved. Thank you.

  • @arox2962
    @arox2962 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This helped, it was the power outlet lol, changed it and the buzz was gone. Thanks man very helpful video

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome, glad you found it helpful 😀

  • @think_query
    @think_query 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Worked!! I fixed my issue by just wiggling and moving my cables to my speakers around which probably was too close to another power cable in the back of my PC.

  • @juglarlocogmail
    @juglarlocogmail 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    absolutely useful video. Thanks

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome, glad you found it helpful 🙂

  • @darrenhirst9900
    @darrenhirst9900 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My Yamaha HS8's picked up the radio and it was a good tune.
    Looks like the cables are acting like an antenna and the monitors are just amplifying it.
    Good video and it cured my noise so thanks.
    Also try your monitors on a different socket than the rest of you equipment as that worked too.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Indeed. Often times it's a quick and easy fix fortunately. It just goes to show how sensitive audio setups can be.

  • @leitmotiph
    @leitmotiph 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Whaaaat. I can't believe all that buzzing noise went away just from plugging my speakers into the same outlet/power source! Thanks!!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome 😊

  • @orbeafan
    @orbeafan 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Switching to an alternative usb power source for my speakers solved my issue. Thank you

  • @Geepstar
    @Geepstar ปีที่แล้ว

    A lot of recognition! I got a big reduction just changing the usb cable. And I ordered and aliexpress ground loop isolator for the last bit.

  • @joenicklo
    @joenicklo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    1:11 well....that explains it. Thank you so much. I'm using Mogami cables so knew it had to be something else. This noise has been driving me insane!!!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're welcome. Glad you got it sorted 😃👍

  • @cristiangongola8138
    @cristiangongola8138 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video!

  • @martonandorka
    @martonandorka 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video thank you. A quick question... I have the same issue now with my Yamaha HS7. I just ordered the iFi defender, but I'm a bit concered about the connection. Even if it works fine, have you experienced any dropouts from the audio interface because of it? Is the audio quality the same after it? Thanks

  • @thedateofburth4837
    @thedateofburth4837 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks a whole lot! Haven't solved my issues yet, but at least I know what's the root cause. Cheers from the cold North :)

  • @teem5945
    @teem5945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much for sharing this. I simply removed the audio signal cable while the speaker is on and while the computer is off and moved the cable away from power cables and the "radio like" noise is gone.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful 😀

  • @GIANT-JAWS
    @GIANT-JAWS ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had the same issue, and it was coming from my TP-LINK router. it was so close to my HS7 speakers. I just disabled my WIFI and there is no more noisy sound.
    Thank you FireWalk for this video.

  • @introspectivep
    @introspectivep 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    SUPER SUPER SUPER helpful. Never used to have issues with my monitors .. thought it was my RAM not keeping up with ProTools, etc. Factory reset my PC. Nope. Just a power loop issue lol😂

  •  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thank you!

  • @lessonvideos7587
    @lessonvideos7587 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the advice. I knew the hum was from my Scarlett Solo (it works fine with my other laptop with the same monitors) but didn't know how to go about the problem. Hopefully the iFI iDefender will solve the issue. Thanks!

  • @peyton3220
    @peyton3220 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I had a tiny amount of ground noise. Te problem vanished like magic once I connected them to the same outlet. Thank you!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome 😊

  • @johnnyanko6051
    @johnnyanko6051 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally, I know how to fix that damn noise...! Thanks :>

  • @WassupFred
    @WassupFred 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video

  • @otto9468
    @otto9468 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the explanation, iDefender helped me filter out the VGA noise finally. :)

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful 😀

  • @sidl834
    @sidl834 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much.

  • @someoneanonymous1
    @someoneanonymous1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! Just bought rather expensive monitors to replace my old ones and was aghast to hear horrible hiss! Changed to balanced XLRs and voile, hiss gone! Thanks!!

  • @bbrstudio3647
    @bbrstudio3647 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi! This was very informative. 👌 My challenge is that I have old school Yamaha NS10's and they are wired with pink speaker wire. So I am not sure how to go about troubleshooting a monitor ground loop hum with that? Any ideas are more than welcome???🙏 Thanks! 😃

  • @Suchitttt
    @Suchitttt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice information

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Trancer! Glad to see you're still around! Glad you liked the video :)

  • @mastodonrock96
    @mastodonrock96 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video was enormously helpful, thank you.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome. Glad you found it helpful! :)

  • @lukereaume4225
    @lukereaume4225 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So I had the second sound in the ground loops in audio setup section, bought the iDefender and has largely fixed the issue, (though I still can't record my bass guitar far enough away from my computer to stop it from picking up the interference) however I still have a very annoying high pitched whine that comes from my left speaker after audio playback even watching just youtube. I switch the balanced TRS cables around and now it comes out of my right speaker.
    Additionally, all these problems only started after my laptop broke and I built my own desktop. I have everything plugged into one power bar and have tried multiple different wall outlets in my home. I've read that poor grounding in the wall outlet itself could possibly cause ground looping issues and the laptop battery in my laptop was acting similar to how the idefender was working as in it was giving the USBs a clean source of power to break the ground. Idk I'm very confused and any help is appreciated!

  • @signerinn
    @signerinn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much,
    It helped me to change to a USB interface sound card, I can’t believe that the stupid buzz sound is totally away,
    Thank you for walking through this sound challenge,
    The only sound now is the fan😅

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're welcome, glad you found it helpful 🙂

  • @olegfrolov7652
    @olegfrolov7652 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much! It helped

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're welcome, glad you found it helpful :)

  • @deuceeeali
    @deuceeeali ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for this video man

  • @bonerici
    @bonerici 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    great video thanks

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome 🙂

  • @deeplyaffected3520
    @deeplyaffected3520 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best bro, Good luck man🌺

  • @Stranded360
    @Stranded360 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the idea- hope it works! Really hope it's not my expensive mixer that is on the fritz =( Mine sounds like USB ground loop interference. It showed up when I installed a new graphics card into the system and have been chasing it down for many days now.

  • @CHUCKRYALS1234
    @CHUCKRYALS1234 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very informative, thanks. I had a slight "flutter" noise on my right side KRK monitor (KRK V8's hooked up to I MAC) that was driving me crazy. I found out the monitor was too close to the internet modem. I moved the modem 3 feet away and the flutter went away!

  • @tfb2024-2nd
    @tfb2024-2nd ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i have definetly experienced the 60hz hum thing at my old schools auditorium, i think that mightve added to my trauma of me being scared of speakers

  • @jeremiahgarcia4228
    @jeremiahgarcia4228 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow.. ive dealt with this for so long.. and the whole time i just had to plug then both into the same strip… thank you!!!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome 🙂

  • @schmutz06
    @schmutz06 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the same hiss and buzz in both Yamaha HS50M monitors of mine - the computer interference and the buzz. I also use the HS10W Subwoofer.
    I've had the problems for at least 8 years and have invested money and time into trying to fix it without success. Through different houses, and different cables (I have balanced cables).
    My audio interface is the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - previously another Focusrite (same issues, I've really changed everything; the house, cables, interface, computer - the speakers themselves are the only thing I haven't changed in the 8 years!). I have tried everything without the subwoofer hooked up, by the way. Of course the subwoofer introduces more potential for signal problems, but it makes no difference with or without.
    What removes the computer noise for me is by plugging my cables part way into the audio interface - they have to be in an EXTREMELY precise position and angle; it reduces it to a white hiss and the computer noise goes entirely - but I believe this may also reduce the audio signal - it becomes quieter. This leads me to believe that the general noise I hear is coming from my computer - and that gizmo which breaks the computer ground loop seems promising.
    My interface connects to the computer via USB C so I'll need that variant.
    Any recommendations? I would actually invest a significant amount into a setup with performance akin to my HS50Ms which is silent - I am prepared to buy new studio monitors if required - the problem has made using them a very rare event for me.

    • @scottedelen5194
      @scottedelen5194 ปีที่แล้ว

      The only thing that worked for me is lifting the ground from the speakers using those 3 prong to 2 prong adapters they sell at the hardware store for $2 a piece. Also running the monitors off a laptop got rid of the electrical noise.
      I'm also using the Yamaha HS50M monitors with the subwoofer. Things I have tried; I changed houses, changed outlets, different brand balanced cables (XLR and TRS cables), Power conditioners (Furman PST-6 and the SS6B), new all metal PC case, unplugged the router and modem completely, turned off the power to every other circuit in my house, new mouse keyboard and display monitor, new motherboard in computer with audio interface/DAC specific USB ports, removed the Nvidia graphics card, grounded pc case directly into outlet, lifting the ground of the pc but not the speakers, and the Ifi Defender to lift the ground of my audio interface (Native instruments Komplete audio 6). I also tried dozens of software side troubleshooting such as disabling audio, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth, messed with every windows and BIOS setting I could, but nothing helped and none of the things I listed made a noticeable difference.
      Before lifting the monitors ground prongs, there were like 4 different types of noise that I could head, a rhythmic once per second "zap", static when ever I moved the mouse, clicking when the CPU was working, and when the GPU was underload the sound was just chaotic and unbearable.
      When I plug my guitar into the audio interface, use a high gain amp simulator program, and I put the guitar within 4 feet of the computer, the guitar's pickups also hear the electrical noise and reintroduce it into the audio signal which is then effected by the volume of the system/speakers, where as the normal electrical noise being picked up by the HS50Ms before I lifted the ground were not effected by any volume setting.

  • @JohnPaulGiancarlo
    @JohnPaulGiancarlo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this worked for me ! thank you

  • @ptt3975
    @ptt3975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU! My Adam T7Vs had hum just as you described... I plugged both into the same outlet and no more hum!!! Suggestion: you might add to your video that certain applications such as music keyboard require Unbalanced cables.

  • @Swiftloy_tech
    @Swiftloy_tech ปีที่แล้ว

    Just connected monitor to a different socket from smart decoder and the noise is gone,great advice, a volt guard connected from main socket to extension was causing the noise, thanks

  • @undergroundmixtapes3037
    @undergroundmixtapes3037 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks man !!

  • @jackstuif1859
    @jackstuif1859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great thanks! i fixed it my cable was next to the power and hdmi cable from my monitor!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you got it sorted! 😃👌

  • @Jwhite2095
    @Jwhite2095 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was helpful, appreciate it. The issue I'm having (yamaha hs5's and scarlett 2i2) the left monitor gets fuzzy when I turn the volume up or down and sounds less precise than the monitor on the right. Sounds kind of like a ball or tire losing air. I've tried new cables (1/4" trs & am now running XLR) as well as switching the left and right monitor but haven't had any luck.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have you tried it on any other audio interface?

    • @Jwhite2095
      @Jwhite2095 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@FireWalkMusic No i haven't yet but I have a feeling that's exactly what it is. Because the issue will go away and return later regardless of cables or which monitor is on the left or right

  • @jimochiltree
    @jimochiltree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    For me, it was the cables. Balanced cables did the trick. Thanks!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome, glad you got it sorted! :)

  • @MonzaniaStrike
    @MonzaniaStrike ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Intrigued to try the idefender. Ive used my monitors with multiple wire combinations and several pcs to troubleshoot the noise. It turns out that i have an extra whiney GTX 1080 or Corsair PSU on my main rig. So thanks for this video, i hope it works.

  • @jfoquendo
    @jfoquendo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow very pro, great video !

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, glad you liked it 🙂

  • @JulesCalella
    @JulesCalella ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm getting that issue with the noisy USB. I suppose I can try buying that iDefender, but the frustrating part is that I wasn't getting this noise before I got a new desk. So I'm guessing there is a better configuration I need to find again, or something suddenly broke while in the desk switch. Thanks for the video! I'll reply again if I fix my issue (otherwise it's back to mostly using headphones).

  • @AbhishekAichMusic
    @AbhishekAichMusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love you ❤️ sir you are awesome ❤️love from India❤️

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, glad you liked the video 🙂

  • @carlosdanger5877
    @carlosdanger5877 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hi-thanks for the excellent video-im setting up my new studio running my audio out through the 1/8 stereo output on my iMac (mid-2010 iMac) and I'm getting some nasty interference that didn't happen with a similar setup before-the 1/8th stereo headphone output on the rear of the iMac is being split into two mono RCA plugs and then into two 1/4 mono plugs(left/right) going into the back of an Alexis power amp connected to a pair of monitor-one speakers
    -there was zero noise with this system before, but I was using a tower with a smaller monitor-my new 27" monitor is quite large and closer now-each speaker is maybe 8" from the outer edge of the monitor on each side-i've tried moving the computer away from the speakers, but the noise persists (a constant medium-volume static punctuated by occasional spikes)
    there is no interference listening through headphones from this output or from the built-in speakers-something to do with power source...
    is shielding the issue? the monitors are rather old-would better cables help?-i'll try plugging the amp directly into wall socket (noise persists though slightly lower)
    any ideas?😀

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, it definitely sounds like a ground loop issue. I would try this: geni.us/GND-defender
      Just plug it into the power supply of your computer and then plug the power cord into it again. It should effectively break any DC ground loop introduced into the system. It's an intelligent device that maintains safety, it's not a ground lift.
      In some cases, you might need more than one. For example, if you're using an external guitar amp then you might need one there as well.

  • @johnalmighty
    @johnalmighty ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much, I believe the USB is my issue. Once it's plugged out, the noise is gone. Once plugged in noise comes so I'll buy the USB thingy to see if it fixes

  • @johnsharp3459
    @johnsharp3459 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    top tanx good vid it help me

  • @johndoe4318
    @johndoe4318 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a similar sound pattern to 1:49 but at 18kHz. I swapped out the 1/8'' auxiliary cables that connected my computer to my audio switch and it reduced the noise by about 80-90%. Guess those were just poorly made cables.

  • @bdodge1959
    @bdodge1959 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watched your video. Good presentation. My issues are:
    1. My Tube Guitar amp has a loud, what sounds like a ground loop. I've tried different outlets and different guitars. This is with all other devices in the studio off.
    2. When my PC Vidoes monitors are on the noise gets real loud.
    Any suggestions?

  • @woodsiee
    @woodsiee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    funny timing. i was just about to send the idefender back (i ordered it including the ipowerX power supply) as i thought it wasnt working. following your vid i noticed that i should have payed attention to the lil instruction booklet. i had it connected directly to the interface instead the usb hub ^^ iE the other way around. (my iDefender is USB-C to USB-C thus it may be less obvious which way to connect) turns out it works as intended afterall when used the rigth way ;)) kudos!

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you sorted it out! :D

  • @408sophon
    @408sophon ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'll get back to this comment when I figure out which solution worked for me. Thanks for the comprehensive video.

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, you're welcome 🙂

    • @408sophon
      @408sophon ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FireWalkMusic Update: balanced cabled did the trick. Bought the ones you recommended, though I imagine any would have served. I also ordered the iFi, and am considering cancelling the purchase, but I'm curious as to whether it will 100% eliminate the slighttttt hiss i hear when leaning into the speaker. Cheers

  • @leondylan2916
    @leondylan2916 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    cheers for the video , my hero .. can you make another video showing how to silence kids in the studio !!

  • @ShoaibKhan-vq8sy
    @ShoaibKhan-vq8sy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love u bro, it works❤

  • @HellFireno88
    @HellFireno88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks!

  • @MichaelMai
    @MichaelMai ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I recently switched my interface from Line6 UX1 to Focusrite 4i4, and soon I realized the noise from monitors. I tried switched back to LINE6, and my monitors were quite. In this case, maybe the iDefender can help? Thanks

  • @simongoddard2516
    @simongoddard2516 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    cool post

  • @Stefan_Heinrich
    @Stefan_Heinrich ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hey awesome video. I have noise just on the monitors and not on headphones.
    If i understood this correctly if the issue would be with the audio interface itself (and could be solved with iDefender probably) then i would also have it on the headphones?
    Also i notice it is way stronger on graphically intense games and gone when there is nothing going on. So i guess it must be related to the gpu somehow.
    I have XLR cables running into Yamaha HS50m. Are those XLR cables always balanced?

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like a ground loop for sure. Headphones won't be affected because they are not independently powered, unlike the monitors, so they won't create any loop. Both the idefender and the gnd defender should take care of this.

  • @madsyntstsa5764
    @madsyntstsa5764 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi there, I use the Dixon cs-400m and a Samson c1-03 condenser mic
    To record my tracks in fl studio or wherever but as soon as I connect the mixer there's noise that comes from the monitors and it becomes worse when I add effects inside of fl studio..
    Do you know what could be causing that?

  • @chriskelvin248
    @chriskelvin248 ปีที่แล้ว

    I run my PC from a rack that also holds my Scarlett 2i2 that runs into a Behringer power amp, then out to unpowered DA speakers with decent 12 gauge speaker wire. I get only the most barely perceived noise when moving my mouse around the screen. When I play a game on the computer, the noise kicks into overdrive- to the point of distraction. When I listen through headphones plugged into the audio interface, there is never any noise whatsoever. I have tried listening for noise change while rerouting cables to no effect. I never knew about the iDefender+, but I now have it on on order and will try that next.

  • @muhammadumerulmujahid4521
    @muhammadumerulmujahid4521 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks bro my speakers digital cpu type loud noise is gone
    Now i fee a Mind Peace
    No hmm or buzz sound totally Dead Silence
    Your idea is working

  • @martinhp1783
    @martinhp1783 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi! I run a DJ setup on a non grounded socket (dont have any in my complex) I suspect thats were all my noise i comming from, do you have any advice on how to deal with non-grounded powergrids to remove electrical noise?

  • @maxsch7772
    @maxsch7772 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much. Unfortunately my brandnew Yamaha HS8 are buzzing for a different reason. They buzz/humm even without being connected to any other device. I tried all plug sockets in my apartment and connected them to the same as well as to different ones. The buzz is also there if only is plugged in at all. I also removed the wlan modem and switched off all other electric devices... It doesnt help at all...
    And the buzzing Im talking about is not that quiet humming some monitors have. its really loud and you hear it even when the music is playing.....

  • @j7ndominica051
    @j7ndominica051 ปีที่แล้ว

    The computer's power supply might be on its way out with worn capacitors like you shown and can cause big problems later on. I changed the power supply, and the noise was significantly reduced and changed in character.
    I also got the most unholy radio interference attempting to use a SATA disk outside of the computer case. I would transmit the video card's pulses and was not good if an OpenGL window was opened. It's a miracle that the electronics inside the computer work, and I don't know how it is shielded if some front panels in CD bays are missing, but it seems to be ok.
    The old standard was to put the sound card in the bottom most slot away from the video card.

  • @kevintran9321
    @kevintran9321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks :)

  • @musicfl350
    @musicfl350 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It was great🔥

    • @FireWalkMusic
      @FireWalkMusic  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, glad you liked it 😃

  • @nicholaszer
    @nicholaszer ปีที่แล้ว +2

    actually worked by just plugging audio interface directly into computer usb port