Hey folks! I'm having a frustrating issue with my speaker setup. I have two Monitor Speakers connected to my PC using speaker wires along with an aux cable that goes into my guitar amp modeler, the Axe FX II. Whenever the amp modeler is plugged into the speakers, I hear a really annoying popping sound that's somehow linked to activities happening on my PC. For instance, if I move my mouse or scroll, the popping sound intensifies, and it gets even worse when the fan in my PC ramps up. All three devices—the PC, amp modeler, and speakers—are plugged into the same power strip, which I suspect could be causing the issue. I'd love some help with this because it's driving me nuts! Also, I noticed that when I unplug the aux cable from the modeler, the sound disappears, so I'm wondering if there's a wattage or amperage issue at play here. If anyone can shed some light on this, I'd really appreciate it! P.S. I'll try to link a recording of the sound if I can.
2 Answers
I totally relate, this can be super annoying! It sounds like your setup is experiencing some kind of interference, especially if the noise stops when you disconnect the aux cable. One common fix is an audio isolator, which you might want to look into. These can help filter out any noise caused by how the devices interact with each other. As for cable recommendations, a simple 1:1 isolator cable for your aux connection should work. This could help clear up that popping sound you're hearing.
Sounds like you're dealing with EMI (electromagnetic interference), which can mess with your audio. Basically, when you're transmitting signals—like from your computer to your speakers—crossing cables can pick up interference from each other. A lot of you might find that if your mouse wire and speaker wires touch or cross, it can create that popping noise. To tackle this, it's a good idea to separate your analog audio cables from others—run them in a way so they don't overlap with your other cords.
Another tip is to consider using a standalone DAC (digital-to-analog converter) to help reduce interference. This could mean bypassing your motherboard's sound card altogether. Just be aware that not every DAC works well with multiple speaker setups. But the major thing is to keep those cables apart to minimize the EMI problems. Good luck!
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