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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.
@@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.
@@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?
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!
Thanks! This was very helpful. I wish I could send you a video of what we are hearing. We definitely have noise from our speakers. Small 4 piece band guitar, bass, keyboard, drums. We have floor monitor and in ear. Everything has the noise. I have bought little green hum eliminator plug ends ( wall outlet ) but it does not seem to help.
Glad you liked the video, and thanks a lot for the support! Much appreciated. Generally, the more stuff you have connected together like that the greater the chance you'll have ground loop issues. They can be tricky to diagnose and can manifest themselves in many different ways, as shown in the video. You can send me a clip to my email address and I'll have a listen to it. You'll find my email address in the video description. :)
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!
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
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.
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. :)
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
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!
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!!
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!
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.
You, kind sir, had saved my sanity aswell. iDefender did the trick, no more GPU/CPU/HDD noise from PC finally! Sure it does cost some additional money besides audiointerface's itself, but now i got my Arturia MiniFuse completely silent with Yamaha's HSO50 in idle time. Thank you very much for so wide and detailed explanation!
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!!!!!!!!!
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.
mannn you hit the nail on the head... I'm having this problem with my current setup. my laptop is connected to my external display and my usb c hub to connect my interface. In my case, where's what's happening. the moment I plug the dc 200W POWER supply, I have this ground loop noise 60hz you showed. It's truly annoying! and I thought it was my laptop, but.... I'm gonna check my cables. They might be crossing lines, which you said, they shouldn't be doing that. thanks man!
Thanks for the video! I got a brand new monitor controller and after I wired everything the way I wanted it, there was a light hum in the syster, I was gutted. After trying everything with my audio setup, it turned out to be the printer -> display -> computer -> monitor controller. It was a ground loop between the printer and the display (I use the usb connection so I don't use the usb from the computer). When I plugged the printer and the display into the same outlet, the hum finally vanished! Hope this helps someone, good luck and don't give up 😄
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.
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. :)
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.
Is there any device which does this to a Thunderbolt 3 connection? I'm going crazy about the interference on my Yamaha HS8 + MBP 14" + Apollo Twin X + Studio Display. As soon as I unplug the Apple Studio Display the noise is gone. It certainly has to do with the Power Supply from the TB connection but even if I use the Magsafe power supply it gives me the same noise as in your video with the difference, that it gets different/louder when I scroll through websites or watch a video e.g.
Sounds like a classic ground loop, especially since it goes away when you unplug the studio display. I would recommend the GND defender, which is what I'm currently using: geni.us/GND-defender You can plug the gnd defender into the back of your computers power supply, like I did. That should break the loop. I have both a USB and a firewire interface and the Idefender works great on USB interfaces, but obviously won't work for anything else, like thunderbolt or firewire devices. The GND defender separates the computer itself and breaks the loop that way. It's a little bit more expensive than the defender, but it works great and it's also more flexible. It can be used directly on the computer itself, or you can plug it directly into studio monitors, guitar amps etc.
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!
I had an issue with constant buzzing for a year or so. I thought I loosened a capacitor within my PC when de-dusting it. Every time I moved my mouse in certain applications for work it would also produce a separate, louder buzzing sound. Originally, I thought it was my £20, 20 year old PC speakers. I got new ones and still had the issue. This is what made me think it was the PC. However, after watching this video I immediately went searching for a source of the ground loop once ruling out the speakers. It turns out it was the PC monitor. I plugged it into a separate wall socket and hey presto....the buzzing has gone. Took 5 minutes after watching the video to fix it. 3 of the 5 minutes was just restarting the PC after changing the plugs about. So thank you so much for this educational video...!
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.
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.
@@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.
@@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.... :)
Thank you so much for this video! I think it gets me close and I wanted to humbly ask your recommendation about a product. I have a home studio set up - I use an iMac desktop and the USB of a Presonus Studio 18/10 interface. Going direct things are dead silent though I do like using a studio mixer. I have a Behringer x2442 and use a "snake" of balanced cables into the first four inputs of the interface. Because I mostly do cleans it's not that big of a deal though lately I've been getting the higher pitched digital ground loop sounds. I do not use studio monitors, only the headphone jacks from the Presonus interface. I would love to keep the studio mixer and believe it's the one adding noise. I'm not sure if I should go with the GND Defender for the power of the mixer or the DC Blocker in that same space. Is there a recommendation you'd give? I appreciate your time.
Hi, I have both and I world go for the gnd defender myself because it's more versatile. You can plug it into the back of the computers power supply for example.
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!
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.
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!
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.
So I'm happy to report..... I FIXED IT! And even though it wasn't any of the solutions you had on here, just your positive energy and cool vibes solved the problem! I first went into the BIOS and shut some power options off that were used for hibernation purposes and I don't use that. So I turned that off (had to take the CMOS battery out to reset the password). Then after that I rebooted the computer and went into the Real Tek mixer menu. I switched from 4 channels to headphones and also shut the unused input mixer channels off.... IT WORKED!!!! Sounds gone. It now works perfectly no annoying weird feedback!!! Your video and excellent narration was the motivation I needed! Thanks bro!!! My card is a Real Tek ALC 889....Yes it's old school. But it sounds amazing and came with the computer for free. I didn't even realize it had a sound card until I brought it home.
It's hard to say. Most musicians use external USB sound cards, as internal ones are more susceptible to noise from nearby components. However, it could also very well be a ground loop noise. You could test this by temporarily disabling the ground on the computer's power cable. Just put a small piece of tape or something to isolate it. If the noise then goes away, it's a ground loop issue. Do NOT leave it that way though, you must remove it afterward or it could lead to a fire if there's an electrical fault. If that "experiment" works then I would buy the ifi GND defender. That should take care of it. It is also 100% safe to use, and it will enable the ground if it senses a fault.
I didn't see which device you used to remove the white noise. I am getting it from my RME Fireface UCXII interface. I hear it mostly with headphones and it's just a consistent hiss. Can you help? Thank you!!!!
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 :)
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
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).
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 :)
Great and very informative video.I think i might have identified my problem i just want to ask if i've got the right solution.I have 2 KRK Classic 5 monitors connected through RCA unbalanced cable(Sommer AWG 24 Advanced Guitar Cable - so it's not a cheap cable) to my PC (using an internal Creative SoundBlaster AE-5 Plus sound card).I tried connecting to different sockets , same thing , the humming / buzzing noise stops if i disconnect the RCA Cable.There are some other high sounds when i move the cursor or i scroll.Since they are connected directly through the rca cable and not usb , i would need 2 iFi GND Defender , one for each monitor !? if i understood corectly.Wanted to ask before ordering them as they are not cheap.Thank you in advance for any answer.
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.
This was very informative. However, I notice this is focused on monitor output noise, or a noise that constantly comes through the monitors. I don't get noise like this unless I'm recording into my DAW and have the track's "arm recording" button turned on. So basically I'm only getting noise in the recording inputs, not the monitor outputs, destroying all the tracks I record. Sometimes I can mitigate that with plugins, but not always. Any ideas what's causing it in those cases?
I have the same issue. Noise only occurs when I record audio with my focusrite in Reaper. Ifound that some usb ports in my PC reduced the noise a little.
Im having the same issue, not the first time for me either. A couple fixes ive had was wiping the pins on the xlr cables with a cloth, also some wall outlets dont have grounds in the wall which is a pain in the ass, other than that you can check to see if there’s something wrong with your laptop
Prolly still ground loop I had the same thing I used a morley hum exterminator on my pc itself. At first I had the hum x on the speakers then I tried on the pc itself works perfect that way.
First of all thank you for a informative video. I am getting right to it, I bought a treadmill (lifesmart 4500) as soon as you plug it in and turn on the power the buzzing sound starts. This happens during standby mode. How can I get rid of this noise? Thank you for your help.
Okay, I have a question: I have a car subwoofer amplifier and subs connected as the bass channel to my atmos setup that's connected to my PC. The PC uses HDMI to the receiver and the subwoofer amp is connected to the receiver via a shielded RCA cable. My 120 volt AC to 14.4 volt DC PSU provides very clean DC current in excess of 100 amps. The subwoofer hums a tiny bit and hums more when the gain is turned up. However, the hum completely goes away when the PC and receiver is turned off or the RCA is disconnected. So, that means the source of the hum is from the RCA cable and what it's connected to. If everything is on and no audio is playing and I turn the receiver volume up, the hum is not affected and stays the same volume. Therefore the hum doesn't appear to be coming from the amplifier circuitry in the receiver and seems like an RCA ground loop issue. Is this something an RCA ground loop isolator likely would take care of?
Do you know if the devices used for the audio interface/computer ground loop would be able to solve also a ground loop caused by the guitar pedalboard ?
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!!
Hi, I should have been more clear about this in the video. White noise like that is usually caused by electrical interference from other devices like nearby air conditioners, transformers, fans etc, which can get picked up or even cables nearby, so I would start by making sure that your signal cables are not close to any power cables etc. Also, make sure to use balanced cables. It could also be faulty equipment, or improper settings on your audio interface. If the gain on any of the inputs are set too high for example, then it can easily cause hiss like that. White noise can also be caused by ground loops, but I would start troubleshooting by testing out the free and cheapest solutions first.
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.
Maaan this video's a lifesaver. Does using a power conditioner also get rid of the humming? A producer friend of mine told me to get one, and I have yet to use it (it's stuck in my closet). Just want to know if I wasted my money or not
Thank you for your video! I had the same issue with the studio monitors and external sound interface connected via USB to MacBook Pro. The noise was exactly like in your video-white noise and computer ground loop noise together. I tried switching and changing my settings in various ways, but it didn't help. Finally, I disconnected my external monitor, which was connected to the same computer, to another USB-C port, and the noise was gone.
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
What products would you recommend? Trying to record an electric guitar i have lots of noise. To minimize it i have to find a certain position, i have to face away from computer, hold a guitar in unnatural position (not even 90 degrees, more like 100-110 degrees), and any deviation from that "safe zone" causes noise like in 3:00 in my headphones (monitors are off, of course). It is either with single-coiled pickups or humbuckers (the first ones, obviously, worse). The StudioOne shows quite a high level of noise on a recording channel /quite hearable -33 to -44dB/ even with no sound coming through (when i don't produce sounds on guitar and/or when guitar is in "safe from noise" area). I am thinking about getting Electro-Harmonix Hum Debugger pedal... (?) That's the main question. Also... ~ I have too much noise when i turn the mix (comp/in) knob towards instrument (1) and a very little headroom for recording, either the signal is too weak or, after moving the gain knob just one little degree, i get distortion, noise and clipping (2). It is either with single-coiled pickups or humbuckers (the first ones, obviously, worse). PreSonus iTwo has a very little headroom, but i suspect that this is not the sole cause: maybe by increasing the gain i increase the noise (interface limitations+ground loop). (1) - waiting for a new interface Topping E2x2 (could/can't record anything with PreSonus iTwo or, recently, SSL2...SSL2 supposed to have a very low noise, but in my case (? why) i had even more noise...returned it while i could). (2) - waiting for a new interface and a ground loop breaker usb power injector for the interface C-port. For recording with a physical amp (Katana) i plan to get a Morley Humno Noise Eliminator. DI boxes (active and passive) seems like do nothing in my case (or make things worse): Behringer active DI20 gave lots of noise; DI Dolamo a bit Increases the noise compared to direct connection (TRS a bit more compared to XLR), but in nut-shell, it does not decrease the noise. Don't have any Gate pedal and not planning because it is tricky and i hardly play heavy music. In recorded track the noise is increasing in quiet times. I have a power conditioner Furman m8x, everything is connected there and it goes to one outlet. No noise-cancelling devices for pc or USB ports or 9V supply. All my guitars are in tact (grounded and shielded). The lights: no lights, some lights, big lights - not much difference. Thank you
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👌
Perhaps you have a wifi source, like a router or something close by? Even your phone can, in some cases, cause interference. So check to see if there is something emitting anything nearby.
Great vid. I’ve just had a new high spec PC for music production and there is horrendous loud static from the speakers even though I’m using the same monitors and sound card as with my old PC. Some new balanced cables to replace the old unbalanced ones totally silenced it
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 ?
So our guitarist amp and my bass amp definitely has noise like the 50/60 you talked about. Should we try the DC adapter for this? Also out speakers from the mixer have noise as well. Should we try the GND adapter for those? Thanks for your video
It's impossible for me to say for sure, but generally, I can say that ground loops are very common in setups like the one you describe, with guitars and amps all interconnected, with multiple grounding points. I would try the GND defender to break the loop. The problem is that in cases where you have multiple grounding points, just removing one of them might not work and you might need more than one GND defender. You could always "test" this by taping over the grounding pins temporarily and see if the noise goes away. If it does when you tape one or more of them, then you'll know it's a ground loop issue, and that the GND defender should take care of it. That way you can also figure out how many you need. Just don't leave it like that with the tape, because you'll have no protection. Keep in mind that the ground is a safety measure, and your insurance will be voided if you leave it like that and your house burns down as a result. The GND defender though is completely safe to use, and won't void the insurance. It will intelligently reengage the ground if any problem is detected. That's why it's fairly expensive as well, as it's not a passive device. You can check it out here: geni.us/GND-defender
@@FireWalkMusic OK, so we were at practice last night. we isolated that one speaker was connected to a separate outlet. As soon as we put it on the same multiplug where we had "Ebtech Hum X Ground Line Voltage" plugs.... the hum went away. You really have to isolate each piece of equipment for sure. Thanks for your helpful video.
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
I have an Audient EVO 4 interface and recently upgraded to some KRK Classic 5's and started getting the static. I'm assuming it's from the USB cable into the interface. Do you think a USB cable with a ferrite would do the trick, or should I just get the iDefender+ and be done with it?
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 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
Not sure if i will get an answer since this video is pretty old, but let's try. Maybe it's not a problem at all (I'm new to the monitor thing...), but it's something i'm noticing. I'm using CR-X monitor (balanced 1/4) in a VOLT 176 that is hooked into my computer via USB. When there are no sounds outputting from the computer, they are dead silent (powered on, of course). But as soon a sound is triggered (youtube, system audio, windows volume adjustment...), i'm getting a subtle hiss(?) that kicks in along the audio and then vanishes a couple seconds after i pause the audio (i don't have this issue through headphones). Like i said... Maybe it isn't even a problem, but i want to make sure... :) Thanks for the excellent video!
this video was really informative but sadly didnt fix my issue everytime i go into FL Studio and go to input 1 for my microphone on the mixer track there is white noise coming out without even my microphone plugged in it also does this without being on my daw i can see the noise coming out of my inputs even on the focusrite control 2 app and if i plug my micophone in it still the same issue.
Yesterday I installed monitors from Adam and have a low crackling hiss from the pc which gets much worse when opening up Reaper. I thought it was reaper at first, but the crackle is there low in the background even without the DAW running. I was just sick from disappointment after the $ investment, then I found your video. This gives me hope to track down the problem and not just return these beautiful studio monitors.
It is very rarely the monitors themselves. Did you try disconnecting the signal cables and keep the monitors powered on to see if the noise goes away then?
Great video, I was wondering though, I only get a noise on my phono line, none of the others. I have a record player and constant hum on the line. Now my house runs soley on solar and batteries, these are DC switching to AC for the powerline. I never had this problem before we moved a bit of the solar equipment. It sounds likey it could be DC interferance based on your video. Do you have any experience in this and possibly only the phono line. Many thanks
Hi, thanks for this great video! I still can't figure out what my problem is. The set up is like this: Guitar (there are all kinds, both single and humbackers), directly to a pedal board with a power supply with isolated outputs. It connects with 3 pins to electricity, a transformer that has grounding. After that to a sound card that connects USB to the computer and also has its own power cable with grounding. And from there to the monitors (all connected to the same power splitter) and the stationary computer. which is also connected to the same power splitter. When I touch the strings of the guitar there is more silence than when I leave my hand. And so every metal part in a specific guitar. Not about other things like you demonstrated in the video that you took a cable from your sound card and touched a sound card. It only happens with guitars touching. What do you think the problem is? And which product do I need?
I would recommend the gnd defender. It has more uses. You can plug it into the back of the computer itself, or into each monitor for example to break the loop.
Great advice, thank you. Here is my problem; I have Klipsch 2.1 computer speakers. When I plug the green end cable into the motherboard, there is a loud noise and even if I just slightly move the cable it is sooo loud. Also to that, when I mouse over (not click) a link, there is a pulsing noise coming from the speakers. Talk about annoying. I used these speakers on my old computer and no issues. Now on my new computer with a Gigabyte motherboard, there is. Old computer, Windows 10, new computer, Windows 11 if that helps? Thank you.
Hi, great video! I was wondering if you could help me out, my problem seems to be coming from ground loop creating a buzzing that comes and goes in short bursts. It only affects one of my synths and strictly when I plug in a usb cord in it to use it as a controller. As soon as I plug it out to use the synth normally, it’s gone, so it doesn’t come from the speakers nor the interface as I have other synths which don’t have this issue. Should I turn toward the iDefender on the usb placed between my computer and synth, use a DI box, or something else? Thanks in advance if you ever have time to reply to this!
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.
Thanks for the thorough video! I was able to figure out that the noise I hear through my scarlett 18i20 disappears only when I turn off my PC, but remains unchanged when I completely remove the usb from the PC to interface with the PC powered on which is confusing but maybe im over thinking it. Do you think the idefender cable would fix this?
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?
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.
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.
I’m using a PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 to connect microphones and then I take that audio and put it into an Audio/ Video mixer (Roland VR-3EX). Yes the Roland VR-3EX has 4 XLR-mic inputs but I have over 10 XLR-cables that I use. When doing this it causes the hum/buzz as indicated by the 50/60 Hertz that you shared in your video. What can I do to fix that hum/buzz??
Hi, this is a common problem when you're hooking up gear that's independently powered. They'll have different electrical potential and because they're now connected through signal cables, you'll end up several different grounding points. It's a classic ground loop issue. The best way to deal with this is to use the ifi GND defender to break the ground loop. You might need more than one depending on how much gear you have. Most people plug it into the back of their computers power supply, and that will usually take care of it. Others use two, one for each monitor. I'm not sure what kind of power adapter the VR-3EX are using but if it's compatible then you might want to plug the idefender into that. You can find it here: geni.us/GND-defender
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.
Hi, its a long shot probably if you reply to this but I really hope you do. My issue is, I am using the Line-In on my PC to listen to a games console through my computer headset alongside my computer audio. The console is plugged into my secondary computer monitor which I switch the HDMI input to when needed. My problem is I get what seems to be the gpu/computer interference described in this video, though only [or only noticeably] when this audio is plugged in and unmuted. Muting it in my computer's sound control stops, and just unplugging it also stops it. My problem is this is all done through typical 3mm audio jacks and not USB as shown in the video for that type of problem, so what should I get? I'm open to spending money if it will fix the problem. I have also already tried switching outlets and such and making sure everything comes out the same one, to no avail. Thank you very much for your time if you do see this and can help, and my apologies for treating your comment section like a tech support but I've been dealing with this for a few years now and I'm at a loss until I stumbled on this video.
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!
Thanks! Yeah I noticed that too after I was done shooting. I didn't have the time to redo it all. The first thing I'm going to install when my new studio is finished is a robotic vacuum cleaner that can work tirelessly once a day when I'm at work. :D
I've recently moved into an apartment and I could hear a weird noise when in the bedrooms and everything is quiet, it sounds exactly like the 50/60 HZ hum you first showed but it isn't consistent. It would come every hour or so, last about 20 seconds, and come and go in a very distinctive pattern during that 20 seconds, almost like if you imagine a morse code transmission. The sound was coming from the walls or the ceiling, it had me stumped. Eventually once my belongings arrived and I set eveything up, I now have a small stereo in that room, and the sound now comes out of the speakers, but again, only about every hour, and that same very distinctive pattern. It is 100% the exact same noise, but now more noticeable and amplified. Do you think the IFI DC blocker would be a good start?
Ive got a computer with a speaker hooked up n it has a battery in it when the power is plugged into it the sound comes n goes could that be the battery recharging ? would the defender plus stop that noise ?? thank you for your time its much App.
Hi, I have these issues with my set-up, first that I get is the sound of electrostatic from my PC Tower into the speaker cones. They are mini speakers that plug in via a USB for the power and a 3.5 jack for sound. Now and then that static goes right across them, especially when I use the Hotspot router via the USB port for charging and router all in. Once router is receiving Wi-Fi only, then the static stops! Another problem is outside interference to the cones of these mini speakers via a CB/HAM radio rig from a neighbour across the road. It only seems to happen when the idiot pushes his signal to the limit, and it used to cut out my 3G internet but when I changed to 4G that part no longer was affected. However, I still get his broken up voice in my speakers. Very annoying as it can drown out the volume of what I'm listening to on these small speakers. “Any tips welcome, not sure if taking the speakers USB cable out of the PC and powering them from another source would help!” Many thanks…! 🤔😮💨⚡🔌☢
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.
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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.
@@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.
@@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?
What about a raspberry pi that has a analog amp that's powered by the same 5v power supply. No ground loop isolator works.
How about Audioquest JitterBug FMJ? Would that eliminate the ground loop or is it the different type of the device?
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!
Glad you found it helpful 😀
The pace of this video is perfect. So informative. So well put together. Thank you.
You're welcome! :)
Thanks! This was very helpful. I wish I could send you a video of what we are hearing. We definitely have noise from our speakers. Small 4 piece band guitar, bass, keyboard, drums. We have floor monitor and in ear. Everything has the noise. I have bought little green hum eliminator plug ends ( wall outlet ) but it does not seem to help.
Glad you liked the video, and thanks a lot for the support! Much appreciated. Generally, the more stuff you have connected together like that the greater the chance you'll have ground loop issues. They can be tricky to diagnose and can manifest themselves in many different ways, as shown in the video.
You can send me a clip to my email address and I'll have a listen to it. You'll find my email address in the video description. :)
The first free solution worked. I just plugged my pc into a different outlet and bang no feedback. Thank you!!!
You're welcome 😀
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!
Glad to hear it! 😀
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
You're welcome! Glad you got rid of the noise 😀
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.
You're welcome! Glad you finally were able to remove the noise. I know how annoying it can be! :)
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. :)
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
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!
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!!
Hey, glad you got it sorted! 😀
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.
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!
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.
That's great! Glad you finally got it sorted 😀
how you solved it?
Reassured me in the solutions i hoped would work but was afraid to waste money on, actually extremely valuable peice of content, like warranted
You, kind sir, had saved my sanity aswell. iDefender did the trick, no more GPU/CPU/HDD noise from PC finally! Sure it does cost some additional money besides audiointerface's itself, but now i got my Arturia MiniFuse completely silent with Yamaha's HSO50 in idle time. Thank you very much for so wide and detailed explanation!
@@EvilD85 you're welcome. Glad you found it helpful 😃
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!!!!!!!!!
Did you have to buy 2 for both monitors? Or just used 1 for the PC outlet? Thanks
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.
mannn you hit the nail on the head... I'm having this problem with my current setup. my laptop is connected to my external display and my usb c hub to connect my interface. In my case, where's what's happening. the moment I plug the dc 200W POWER supply, I have this ground loop noise 60hz you showed. It's truly annoying! and I thought it was my laptop, but.... I'm gonna check my cables. They might be crossing lines, which you said, they shouldn't be doing that. thanks man!
Thanks for the video! I got a brand new monitor controller and after I wired everything the way I wanted it, there was a light hum in the syster, I was gutted. After trying everything with my audio setup, it turned out to be the printer -> display -> computer -> monitor controller.
It was a ground loop between the printer and the display (I use the usb connection so I don't use the usb from the computer). When I plugged the printer and the display into the same outlet, the hum finally vanished! Hope this helps someone, good luck and don't give up 😄
The only video on youtube that explains this in extreme detail! Thank you so much
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.
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. :)
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.
Is there any device which does this to a Thunderbolt 3 connection? I'm going crazy about the interference on my Yamaha HS8 + MBP 14" + Apollo Twin X + Studio Display.
As soon as I unplug the Apple Studio Display the noise is gone. It certainly has to do with the Power Supply from the TB connection but even if I use the Magsafe power supply it gives me the same noise as in your video with the difference, that it gets different/louder when I scroll through websites or watch a video e.g.
Sounds like a classic ground loop, especially since it goes away when you unplug the studio display.
I would recommend the GND defender, which is what I'm currently using: geni.us/GND-defender
You can plug the gnd defender into the back of your computers power supply, like I did. That should break the loop. I have both a USB and a firewire interface and the Idefender works great on USB interfaces, but obviously won't work for anything else, like thunderbolt or firewire devices.
The GND defender separates the computer itself and breaks the loop that way. It's a little bit more expensive than the defender, but it works great and it's also more flexible. It can be used directly on the computer itself, or you can plug it directly into studio monitors, guitar amps etc.
@@FireWalkMusic thanks a lot, will check it out!
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!
Glad you found it helpful! :)
removing signal cables from power cables did the trick for me, lifesaver till today!
I had an issue with constant buzzing for a year or so. I thought I loosened a capacitor within my PC when de-dusting it. Every time I moved my mouse in certain applications for work it would also produce a separate, louder buzzing sound. Originally, I thought it was my £20, 20 year old PC speakers. I got new ones and still had the issue. This is what made me think it was the PC. However, after watching this video I immediately went searching for a source of the ground loop once ruling out the speakers. It turns out it was the PC monitor. I plugged it into a separate wall socket and hey presto....the buzzing has gone. Took 5 minutes after watching the video to fix it. 3 of the 5 minutes was just restarting the PC after changing the plugs about.
So thank you so much for this educational video...!
Problem is, they are expensive, too expensive to buy and then find out its not the problem...
I still wanna buy a few in case
They're under 10 bucks on eBay
You saved the hell outta my studio life. You got a sub. Great video
Glad to hear it! Thanks! :D
Thank you for playing the samples of the various noise kinds, very helpful
I'd just like to praise your production value. I also produce technical tutorials, and you excel with conciseness, crisp video and scripted voiceover.
Thanks! Glad you liked it 😀
A tremendously helpful and informative (and short) video. Thank you very much for solving two of my ongoing noise issues. *applause*
Thanks! Glad you found it helpful! :)
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.
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.
@@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.
@@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.... :)
Watching as an audio enthusiast
Good luck with your channel. Great information never stop. 🎉🎵
Thank you so much for this video! I think it gets me close and I wanted to humbly ask your recommendation about a product.
I have a home studio set up - I use an iMac desktop and the USB of a Presonus Studio 18/10 interface. Going direct things are dead silent though I do like using a studio mixer. I have a Behringer x2442 and use a "snake" of balanced cables into the first four inputs of the interface. Because I mostly do cleans it's not that big of a deal though lately I've been getting the higher pitched digital ground loop sounds. I do not use studio monitors, only the headphone jacks from the Presonus interface. I would love to keep the studio mixer and believe it's the one adding noise. I'm not sure if I should go with the GND Defender for the power of the mixer or the DC Blocker in that same space. Is there a recommendation you'd give?
I appreciate your time.
Hi, I have both and I world go for the gnd defender myself because it's more versatile. You can plug it into the back of the computers power supply for example.
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!
You're welcome 😀
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.
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!
Hi, glad you found it helpful! :)
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.
Thanks, you're welcome 😃
So I'm happy to report.....
I FIXED IT! And even though it wasn't any of the solutions you had on here, just your positive energy and cool vibes solved the problem!
I first went into the BIOS and shut some power options off that were used for hibernation purposes and I don't use that. So I turned that off (had to take the CMOS battery out to reset the password). Then after that I rebooted the computer and went into the Real Tek mixer menu. I switched from 4 channels to headphones and also shut the unused input mixer channels off....
IT WORKED!!!! Sounds gone. It now works perfectly no annoying weird feedback!!!
Your video and excellent narration was the motivation I needed! Thanks bro!!!
My card is a Real Tek ALC 889....Yes it's old school. But it sounds amazing and came with the computer for free. I didn't even realize it had a sound card until I brought it home.
It's hard to say. Most musicians use external USB sound cards, as internal ones are more susceptible to noise from nearby components. However, it could also very well be a ground loop noise.
You could test this by temporarily disabling the ground on the computer's power cable. Just put a small piece of tape or something to isolate it. If the noise then goes away, it's a ground loop issue. Do NOT leave it that way though, you must remove it afterward or it could lead to a fire if there's an electrical fault. If that "experiment" works then I would buy the ifi GND defender. That should take care of it. It is also 100% safe to use, and it will enable the ground if it senses a fault.
@@FireWalkMusic I fixed it!!!! Re read the post above!!!!
@@hiddenamericachannel awesome! Glad you got it sorted! 😀
I didn't see which device you used to remove the white noise. I am getting it from my RME Fireface UCXII interface. I hear it mostly with headphones and it's just a consistent hiss. Can you help? Thank you!!!!
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 :)
You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful. I know all about how annoying that kind of noise can be. 😀
Great video! Thank you, this was super helpful in calibrating my home studio
@@xaibana you're welcome. Glad you found it helpful 🙂
Thanks so much ! I didn't even know my cables weren't balanced !
You're welcome 😀
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
Two different power strips! Thank you. That buzz in my left monitor has been bugging me for a while.
You're welcome 🙂
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).
I wonder if that's it....🤔
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 :)
Unplugging an USB device worked for me! Thank you very much.
You're welcome! :)
Great and very informative video.I think i might have identified my problem i just want to ask if i've got the right solution.I have 2 KRK Classic 5 monitors connected through RCA unbalanced cable(Sommer AWG 24 Advanced Guitar Cable - so it's not a cheap cable) to my PC (using an internal Creative SoundBlaster AE-5 Plus sound card).I tried connecting to different sockets , same thing , the humming / buzzing noise stops if i disconnect the RCA Cable.There are some other high sounds when i move the cursor or i scroll.Since they are connected directly through the rca cable and not usb , i would need 2 iFi GND Defender , one for each monitor !? if i understood corectly.Wanted to ask before ordering them as they are not cheap.Thank you in advance for any answer.
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.
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO. FINALLY MY AUDIO IS CRSPY CLEAN! APPRECITE IT
You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful :)
This was very informative. However, I notice this is focused on monitor output noise, or a noise that constantly comes through the monitors. I don't get noise like this unless I'm recording into my DAW and have the track's "arm recording" button turned on. So basically I'm only getting noise in the recording inputs, not the monitor outputs, destroying all the tracks I record. Sometimes I can mitigate that with plugins, but not always. Any ideas what's causing it in those cases?
I have the same issue. Noise only occurs when I record audio with my focusrite in Reaper. Ifound that some usb ports in my PC reduced the noise a little.
Im having the same issue, not the first time for me either. A couple fixes ive had was wiping the pins on the xlr cables with a cloth, also some wall outlets dont have grounds in the wall which is a pain in the ass, other than that you can check to see if there’s something wrong with your laptop
I'm having the same problem. I only get the noise when recording. Digital pops and cracks.
Prolly still ground loop I had the same thing I used a morley hum exterminator on my pc itself. At first I had the hum x on the speakers then I tried on the pc itself works perfect that way.
@@brandonbell4420 your problem sounds more like buffer not selected to the right size. Try a higher buffer size.
First of all thank you for a informative video. I am getting right to it, I bought a treadmill (lifesmart 4500) as soon as you plug it in and turn on the power the buzzing sound starts. This happens during standby mode. How can I get rid of this noise? Thank you for your help.
Thank you for a really clear and detailed (easy to follow) explanation. I ordered a few devices using your links! THANK YOU.
Thanks :)
You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful :)
Okay, I have a question:
I have a car subwoofer amplifier and subs connected as the bass channel to my atmos setup that's connected to my PC. The PC uses HDMI to the receiver and the subwoofer amp is connected to the receiver via a shielded RCA cable.
My 120 volt AC to 14.4 volt DC PSU provides very clean DC current in excess of 100 amps.
The subwoofer hums a tiny bit and hums more when the gain is turned up. However, the hum completely goes away when the PC and receiver is turned off or the RCA is disconnected. So, that means the source of the hum is from the RCA cable and what it's connected to.
If everything is on and no audio is playing and I turn the receiver volume up, the hum is not affected and stays the same volume. Therefore the hum doesn't appear to be coming from the amplifier circuitry in the receiver and seems like an RCA ground loop issue. Is this something an RCA ground loop isolator likely would take care of?
Do you know if the devices used for the audio interface/computer ground loop would be able to solve also a ground loop caused by the guitar pedalboard ?
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!!
You're welcome :)
Guitars have a noise floor, can't eliminate it completely
Hello nice video, however you never explained how to fix the white noise / hiss you showed in the beginning of the video. Any advice?
Hi, I should have been more clear about this in the video. White noise like that is usually caused by electrical interference from other devices like nearby air conditioners, transformers, fans etc, which can get picked up or even cables nearby, so I would start by making sure that your signal cables are not close to any power cables etc.
Also, make sure to use balanced cables. It could also be faulty equipment, or improper settings on your audio interface. If the gain on any of the inputs are set too high for example, then it can easily cause hiss like that.
White noise can also be caused by ground loops, but I would start troubleshooting by testing out the free and cheapest solutions first.
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.
Maaan this video's a lifesaver. Does using a power conditioner also get rid of the humming? A producer friend of mine told me to get one, and I have yet to use it (it's stuck in my closet). Just want to know if I wasted my money or not
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+
You're welcome! Glad you found it helpful! :)
Thank you for your video! I had the same issue with the studio monitors and external sound interface connected via USB to MacBook Pro. The noise was exactly like in your video-white noise and computer ground loop noise together. I tried switching and changing my settings in various ways, but it didn't help. Finally, I disconnected my external monitor, which was connected to the same computer, to another USB-C port, and the noise was gone.
@@krishjanisantons4047 you're welcome. Glad you found it helpful 😀
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
What products would you recommend? Trying to record an electric guitar i have lots of noise. To minimize it i have to find a certain position, i have to face away from computer, hold a guitar in unnatural position (not even 90 degrees, more like 100-110 degrees), and any deviation from that "safe zone" causes noise like in 3:00 in my headphones (monitors are off, of course). It is either with single-coiled pickups or humbuckers (the first ones, obviously, worse).
The StudioOne shows quite a high level of noise on a recording channel /quite hearable -33 to -44dB/ even with no sound coming through (when i don't produce sounds on guitar and/or when guitar is in "safe from noise" area).
I am thinking about getting Electro-Harmonix Hum Debugger pedal... (?)
That's the main question.
Also...
~ I have too much noise when i turn the mix (comp/in) knob towards instrument (1) and a very little headroom for recording, either the signal is too weak or, after moving the gain knob just one little degree, i get distortion, noise and clipping (2). It is either with single-coiled pickups or humbuckers (the first ones, obviously, worse). PreSonus iTwo has a very little headroom, but i suspect that this is not the sole cause: maybe by increasing the gain i increase the noise (interface limitations+ground loop).
(1) - waiting for a new interface Topping E2x2 (could/can't record anything with PreSonus iTwo or, recently, SSL2...SSL2 supposed to have a very low noise, but in my case (? why) i had even more noise...returned it while i could).
(2) - waiting for a new interface and a ground loop breaker usb power injector for the interface C-port.
For recording with a physical amp (Katana) i plan to get a Morley Humno Noise Eliminator.
DI boxes (active and passive) seems like do nothing in my case (or make things worse): Behringer active DI20 gave lots of noise; DI Dolamo a bit Increases the noise compared to direct connection (TRS a bit more compared to XLR), but in nut-shell, it does not decrease the noise.
Don't have any Gate pedal and not planning because it is tricky and i hardly play heavy music.
In recorded track the noise is increasing in quiet times.
I have a power conditioner Furman m8x, everything is connected there and it goes to one outlet. No noise-cancelling devices for pc or USB ports or 9V supply. All my guitars are in tact (grounded and shielded). The lights: no lights, some lights, big lights - not much difference.
Thank you
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👌
Bro thanks so much same exact problem
Well dam. 😅
I love you I wish you become a billionaire with the prettiest wife in the world XDD You saved me bro thank you
tnx for great video . i'v a problem. When I change the orientation of my monitor the noise stops . How is it fixed and where is the problem?
Perhaps you have a wifi source, like a router or something close by? Even your phone can, in some cases, cause interference. So check to see if there is something emitting anything nearby.
There is no device nearby and only one of the speakers has noise. It has been tested and is healthy@@FireWalkMusic
i had the same problem for month now. Big interference coming from something that is not in my apartment. Don't know if i can even resolve this
Great vid. I’ve just had a new high spec PC for music production and there is horrendous loud static from the speakers even though I’m using the same monitors and sound card as with my old PC. Some new balanced cables to replace the old unbalanced ones totally silenced it
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 ?
So our guitarist amp and my bass amp definitely has noise like the 50/60 you talked about. Should we try the DC adapter for this? Also out speakers from the mixer have noise as well. Should we try the GND adapter for those? Thanks for your video
It's impossible for me to say for sure, but generally, I can say that ground loops are very common in setups like the one you describe, with guitars and amps all interconnected, with multiple grounding points.
I would try the GND defender to break the loop. The problem is that in cases where you have multiple grounding points, just removing one of them might not work and you might need more than one GND defender.
You could always "test" this by taping over the grounding pins temporarily and see if the noise goes away. If it does when you tape one or more of them, then you'll know it's a ground loop issue, and that the GND defender should take care of it. That way you can also figure out how many you need. Just don't leave it like that with the tape, because you'll have no protection. Keep in mind that the ground is a safety measure, and your insurance will be voided if you leave it like that and your house burns down as a result. The GND defender though is completely safe to use, and won't void the insurance. It will intelligently reengage the ground if any problem is detected. That's why it's fairly expensive as well, as it's not a passive device.
You can check it out here: geni.us/GND-defender
@@FireWalkMusic OK, so we were at practice last night. we isolated that one speaker was connected to a separate outlet. As soon as we put it on the same multiplug where we had "Ebtech Hum X Ground Line Voltage" plugs.... the hum went away. You really have to isolate each piece of equipment for sure. Thanks for your helpful video.
@@MichaelDaniels indeed! Glad you found it helpful 😀
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
Thank you! it worked having both monitors connected to the same power outlet!
You're welcome, glad you got it sorted 👍 😀
I have an Audient EVO 4 interface and recently upgraded to some KRK Classic 5's and started getting the static. I'm assuming it's from the USB cable into the interface. Do you think a USB cable with a ferrite would do the trick, or should I just get the iDefender+ and be done with it?
Did you fix it? I'm having the same issue
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.
The gnd defender does the same thing and don't need external power like the idefender. It's a bit pricier though
@@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
@@TyrionFrost93 possibly, but not always. Depends on how it works.
Thanx for help, balanced cables worked very well for me !
Have a nice day 😊
Not sure if i will get an answer since this video is pretty old, but let's try. Maybe it's not a problem at all (I'm new to the monitor thing...), but it's something i'm noticing. I'm using CR-X monitor (balanced 1/4) in a VOLT 176 that is hooked into my computer via USB. When there are no sounds outputting from the computer, they are dead silent (powered on, of course). But as soon a sound is triggered (youtube, system audio, windows volume adjustment...), i'm getting a subtle hiss(?) that kicks in along the audio and then vanishes a couple seconds after i pause the audio (i don't have this issue through headphones). Like i said... Maybe it isn't even a problem, but i want to make sure... :) Thanks for the excellent video!
this video was really informative but sadly didnt fix my issue everytime i go into FL Studio and go to input 1 for my microphone on the mixer track there is white noise coming out without even my microphone plugged in it also does this without being on my daw i can see the noise coming out of my inputs even on the focusrite control 2 app and if i plug my micophone in it still the same issue.
Yesterday I installed monitors from Adam and have a low crackling hiss from the pc which gets much worse when opening up Reaper. I thought it was reaper at first, but the crackle is there low in the background even without the DAW running. I was just sick from disappointment after the $ investment, then I found your video. This gives me hope to track down the problem and not just return these beautiful studio monitors.
It is very rarely the monitors themselves. Did you try disconnecting the signal cables and keep the monitors powered on to see if the noise goes away then?
Hi from France.
Your vidéos are always a real pleasure to watch & very informative.
T.U.
Hi, Thanks! Much appreciated! Glad you liked it 😀
Great video, I was wondering though, I only get a noise on my phono line, none of the others. I have a record player and constant hum on the line. Now my house runs soley on solar and batteries, these are DC switching to AC for the powerline. I never had this problem before we moved a bit of the solar equipment. It sounds likey it could be DC interferance based on your video. Do you have any experience in this and possibly only the phono line. Many thanks
Hi, thanks for this great video! I still can't figure out what my problem is.
The set up is like this:
Guitar (there are all kinds, both single and humbackers), directly to a pedal board with a power supply with isolated outputs. It connects with 3 pins to electricity, a transformer that has grounding.
After that to a sound card that connects USB to the computer and also has its own power cable with grounding. And from there to the monitors (all connected to the same power splitter) and the stationary computer. which is also connected to the same power splitter. When I touch the strings of the guitar there is more silence than when I leave my hand. And so every metal part in a specific guitar. Not about other things like you demonstrated in the video that you took a cable from your sound card and touched a sound card. It only happens with guitars touching. What do you think the problem is? And which product do I need?
Great video! My electric guitar generates a ground loop. What device from iFi could I get to eliminate that problem, my dear?
I would recommend the gnd defender. It has more uses. You can plug it into the back of the computer itself, or into each monitor for example to break the loop.
Great advice, thank you. Here is my problem; I have Klipsch 2.1 computer speakers. When I plug the green end cable into the motherboard, there is a loud noise and even if I just slightly move the cable it is sooo loud. Also to that, when I mouse over (not click) a link, there is a pulsing noise coming from the speakers. Talk about annoying. I used these speakers on my old computer and no issues. Now on my new computer with a Gigabyte motherboard, there is. Old computer, Windows 10, new computer, Windows 11 if that helps? Thank you.
Wonderful video. I am ordering a few products now, to see if I can save me ears. Thank you!!!
You're welcome. Glad you found it helpful 😀
@@FireWalkMusic I only wish I would have found it a year ago. These Yamaha HS8 kick off some major interference, as you know.
Great video. Question: How do you address Ground Loop Noise from an amp?
Thank you for such detailed info ,this video has been very informative and helpful,much appreciated…
@dertywhiteboy8944 glad you found it helpful 🙂
Hi, great video! I was wondering if you could help me out, my problem seems to be coming from ground loop creating a buzzing that comes and goes in short bursts. It only affects one of my synths and strictly when I plug in a usb cord in it to use it as a controller. As soon as I plug it out to use the synth normally, it’s gone, so it doesn’t come from the speakers nor the interface as I have other synths which don’t have this issue.
Should I turn toward the iDefender on the usb placed between my computer and synth, use a DI box, or something else?
Thanks in advance if you ever have time to reply to this!
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.
Thanks for the thorough video! I was able to figure out that the noise I hear through my scarlett 18i20 disappears only when I turn off my PC, but remains unchanged when I completely remove the usb from the PC to interface with the PC powered on which is confusing but maybe im over thinking it. Do you think the idefender cable would fix this?
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?
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.
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.
Thank you so much, your video helped me solve my issue, my life is better now.
Glad you found it helpful 😀
I’m using a PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 to connect microphones and then I take that audio and put it into an Audio/ Video mixer (Roland VR-3EX). Yes the Roland VR-3EX has 4 XLR-mic inputs but I have over 10 XLR-cables that I use. When doing this it causes the hum/buzz as indicated by the 50/60 Hertz that you shared in your video. What can I do to fix that hum/buzz??
Hi, this is a common problem when you're hooking up gear that's independently powered. They'll have different electrical potential and because they're now connected through signal cables, you'll end up several different grounding points. It's a classic ground loop issue.
The best way to deal with this is to use the ifi GND defender to break the ground loop. You might need more than one depending on how much gear you have.
Most people plug it into the back of their computers power supply, and that will usually take care of it. Others use two, one for each monitor. I'm not sure what kind of power adapter the VR-3EX are using but if it's compatible then you might want to plug the idefender into that.
You can find it here: geni.us/GND-defender
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.
Hi, its a long shot probably if you reply to this but I really hope you do. My issue is, I am using the Line-In on my PC to listen to a games console through my computer headset alongside my computer audio. The console is plugged into my secondary computer monitor which I switch the HDMI input to when needed. My problem is I get what seems to be the gpu/computer interference described in this video, though only [or only noticeably] when this audio is plugged in and unmuted. Muting it in my computer's sound control stops, and just unplugging it also stops it. My problem is this is all done through typical 3mm audio jacks and not USB as shown in the video for that type of problem, so what should I get? I'm open to spending money if it will fix the problem. I have also already tried switching outlets and such and making sure everything comes out the same one, to no avail. Thank you very much for your time if you do see this and can help, and my apologies for treating your comment section like a tech support but I've been dealing with this for a few years now and I'm at a loss until I stumbled on this video.
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!
Incredible video but dust your speakers bro lol
Thanks! Yeah I noticed that too after I was done shooting. I didn't have the time to redo it all.
The first thing I'm going to install when my new studio is finished is a robotic vacuum cleaner that can work tirelessly once a day when I'm at work. :D
I've recently moved into an apartment and I could hear a weird noise when in the bedrooms and everything is quiet, it sounds exactly like the 50/60 HZ hum you first showed but it isn't consistent. It would come every hour or so, last about 20 seconds, and come and go in a very distinctive pattern during that 20 seconds, almost like if you imagine a morse code transmission. The sound was coming from the walls or the ceiling, it had me stumped.
Eventually once my belongings arrived and I set eveything up, I now have a small stereo in that room, and the sound now comes out of the speakers, but again, only about every hour, and that same very distinctive pattern. It is 100% the exact same noise, but now more noticeable and amplified.
Do you think the IFI DC blocker would be a good start?
Ive got a computer with a speaker hooked up n it has a battery in it when the power is plugged into it the sound comes n goes could that be the battery recharging ? would the defender plus stop that noise ?? thank you for your time its much App.
Hi, I have these issues with my set-up, first that I get is the sound of electrostatic from my PC Tower into the speaker cones.
They are mini speakers that plug in via a USB for the power and a 3.5 jack for sound.
Now and then that static goes right across them, especially when I use the Hotspot router via the USB port for charging and router all in.
Once router is receiving Wi-Fi only, then the static stops!
Another problem is outside interference to the cones of these mini speakers via a CB/HAM radio rig from a neighbour across the road.
It only seems to happen when the idiot pushes his signal to the limit, and it used to cut out my 3G internet but when I changed to 4G that part no longer was affected.
However, I still get his broken up voice in my speakers.
Very annoying as it can drown out the volume of what I'm listening to on these small speakers.
“Any tips welcome, not sure if taking the speakers USB cable out of the PC and powering them from another source would help!” Many thanks…! 🤔😮💨⚡🔌☢
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.