[SOLVED] Amp weird noises

[johnn1111]

Hi And thanks for reading. The problem i am having is that whenever i connect my amp to any sound source equipment which uses rca connectors for the sound output, the amp works fine.

Connected the amp to the Asus H170I-PRO motherboard which uses 3.5mm jacks for the sound output and i am getting crackling, static nosies I mean it is bad, really bad massive distortion.

I thought that since the outer shielded / braided screening cable of a stereo 3.5mm jack cable are connected together ( and rca's are not ) there may be some ground loops developing.

Is there a cure for this. Have you read anything or experienced anything of this nature. Is it ground loops? Do some amps just not like 3.5mm jacks. What should my next move be.

When i plug in headphones there is no noise. Also borrowed my neighbours amp and also no noise problems arose. Seems to be a problem specific to some amps.

Have just purchased a ground loop isolator and am waiting delivery.

If am forced to change motherboard do you know of any with rca connectors for the audio, more of a high end board.

Thanks.

 

[Freeshivacado]

Check your cables/amp. Make sure its plugged in all the way. Look for a ground issue. Usually that can cause some issues. Try resetting your amp. Unplug it and turn it off, Let it sit out for about 10/15 minutes. Let all the components in it discharge. Then turn it back on. If that doesnt fix the issue. Try contacting your amp manufacturer.