Why does my sub make a humming noise?
David Ramirez
Published Apr 18, 2026
Why does my sub make a humming noise?
Why does my subwoofer make a humming noise? The voltage difference between a subwoofer electrical ground and the equipment ground can cause it to hum. This can happen because of the irregular current flow in your audio cable. Turning on the volume too high can also cause a hum.
Why is my subwoofer not working on my computer?
The 2 speakers work, but the sub won’t output any sound. I’m sure it’s an old set up, they’re Klipch THX Lucasfilm. I’m using Windows 10 (might be an issue with how old these might be) and Realtek audio software. I just have my stock soundcard on my MSI Z97 motherboard.
How to connect a subwoofer to a receiver without a speaker?
Example of a powered subwoofer with 2 types of signal inputs (speaker level and RCA jacks) along with sound controls. Note: Not all subwoofers have speaker level inputs, which makes it a problem connecting them to a receiver without a subwoofer output.
What does.1 mean on a subwoofer?
The “.1” is used to represent a sound channel limited to only bass for optional subwoofer use. Example of a powered subwoofer with 2 types of signal inputs (speaker level and RCA jacks) along with sound controls. Note: Not all subwoofers have speaker level inputs, which makes it a problem connecting them to a receiver without a subwoofer output.
What does it mean if your Mobo has no subwoofer?
No Center, No Rears. No Subwoofer, in your case it means your subwoofer will NOT be connected to the Mobo’s SUB OUT jack. LARGE = Full Range, same thing. What are the choices under 5.1 SPEAKER? You don’t have 5.1, you got 2.1. No Center, No Rears. No Subwoofer, in your case it means your subwoofer will NOT be connected to the Mobo’s SUB OUT jack.
The 2 speakers work, but the sub won’t output any sound. I’m sure it’s an old set up, they’re Klipch THX Lucasfilm. I’m using Windows 10 (might be an issue with how old these might be) and Realtek audio software. I just have my stock soundcard on my MSI Z97 motherboard.
Example of a powered subwoofer with 2 types of signal inputs (speaker level and RCA jacks) along with sound controls. Note: Not all subwoofers have speaker level inputs, which makes it a problem connecting them to a receiver without a subwoofer output.
The “.1” is used to represent a sound channel limited to only bass for optional subwoofer use. Example of a powered subwoofer with 2 types of signal inputs (speaker level and RCA jacks) along with sound controls. Note: Not all subwoofers have speaker level inputs, which makes it a problem connecting them to a receiver without a subwoofer output.
How do you turn off a subwoofer?
Set the volume on the back of the active subwoofer to the middle position. If the subwoofer has a cut off frequency adjustment, set it to the maximum position to pass all low frequencies to the subwoofer. If your subwoofer has a standby function, turn it off. Connect one end of the audio cable to the subwoofer audio input connector.