A Buzz That I can't Get Rid Of

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7 total messages Started by Angelo_Bonadonna Mon, 02 Feb 2009 21:28

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Author: Angelo_Bonadonna
Date: Mon, 02 Feb 2009 21:28

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I've recently set up a podcast studio in my office and everything seems to be working correctly, except for a constant buzz that I get automatically when I open Audition. This buzz records at about ten decibels, and I can't figure out why it is there. I can reduce it's impact through noise reductions, but it still affects the sound quality.

I've plugged my mixer into a power source by itself, turned every level low, but the same thing keeps happening. Any suggestions on how to remedy this? It seems like a stereotypical problem, but I couldn't find a cure myself. Thanks.

Re: A Buzz That I can't Get Rid Of

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Author: ryclark
Date: Tue, 03 Feb 2009 11:12

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We will need to know a lot more about how your system is connected, what soundcard and PC you are using before we have any hope of suggesting a cure.

Re: A Buzz That I can't Get Rid Of

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Author: Angelo_Bonadonna
Date: Tue, 03 Feb 2009 15:04

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My apologies to you for not clearing that up. I posted a first topic right before this and failed to go through the correct process while typing this post up.

I have a powerpod mixer with four inputs hooked up to my Windows XP OS with a SoundMAX Digital Audio Device. It's some sort of an internal buzz, it continues when all levels are muted. Everything seems to be connected properly. It's just that I can't get this damn sound right.

I hope this clears matters up a bit.

Re: A Buzz That I can't Get Rid Of

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Author: ryclark
Date: Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:05

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Is it a laptop or desktop PC? Some combinations of laptop and their power supplies can cause earth loop problems with external powered devices.

Re: A Buzz That I can't Get Rid Of

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Author: SteveG
Date: Tue, 03 Feb 2009 18:17

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      SoundMAX Digital Audio Device




That's an internal sound chip...

Re: A Buzz That I can't Get Rid Of

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Author: Angelo_Bonadonna
Date: Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:23

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Yes it is an internal sound chip. Currently, all purchases are on hold and it is unlikely I'll be able to get a decent sound card. So, am I stuck with this buzz because of this low-caliber equipment? Or is there any way to restore a crisp sound without purchasing a sound card?

Re: A Buzz That I can't Get Rid Of

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Author: SteveG
Date: Wed, 04 Feb 2009 18:02

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If it's a laptop, then try running off batteries. If that alters the level at least, then it's ryclark's power supply problem. If it's a desktop machine, then you need to look carefully at the grounding arrangements of all of the equipment you are using - and I have to warn you that these problems can sometimes be right sods to sort out.

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