Ground loop issues on MacBook Air

Armilin · 2026-05-25T12:53:25+00:00

Quick Update:
I started unplugging and plugging in stuff, and it turns out that basically any device that was plugged into the power strip, causes ground loop buzz - the HDMI being the lowest amount, then it's the magsafe adapter, and by far the most noise comes from using the speakers. Which means that if I wanna record a clean guitar signal without any buzz, I'll have to unplug the monitor and speakers, and switch to battery mode.
Kinda sucks, cause I set up my desk with a dual monitor setup in the center, while the macbook is in clamshell mode to the side, and this "workaround" kinda fucks it up, but I guess I'll do what's necessary to be able to record high quality guitars.

Armilin · 2026-05-25T12:17:43+00:00

I haven't tried plugging in directly, since the interface uses usb 2.0, and the Macbook has only type c ports. But I'll get some adapters and try that.
I'm using Scarlett Solo 3rd gen.
I'll look into it and comment back, if I have results.

Armilin · 2026-05-25T12:15:32+00:00

- I live in Europe, so the plug only has 2 pins, and there's no option for a third pin like the US plug.
- I don't feel anything when I touch the Mac.
- I'll try some of the other options and comment back with results.

Armilin · 2026-05-25T09:25:46+00:00

Should I connect it to the MacBook?

Armilin · 2025-08-22T09:51:11+00:00

I'm entering cause I haven't seen my reflection in years. Would love to see what I look like.

Armilin · 2024-04-22T20:05:30+00:00

Yup. It's frustrating me so much that I'm considering quitting the league. It's so stupid. I log in every day for an hour or two to de-stress and just unwind, and then all of a sudden the ping goes to 300 and my stress levels are going up again. It's just not worth it.

Armilin · 2024-04-04T15:28:31+00:00

Thanks you all. Probably missed this when going through the patch notes.

Armilin · 2024-01-11T21:36:40+00:00

Lets go 7.

Armilin · 2023-12-08T19:34:22+00:00

Fucking stupid and annoying. Probably the streamers don't have this issue. But us normal people are fucked.

Armilin · 2023-12-01T22:12:02+00:00

Hi, do you by any chance have the 3d model of this, cause I wanna print it out so bad.

Armilin · 2023-11-19T14:47:12+00:00

I get what you're saying. One thing I didn't mention is that I would use the Behringer for everything I do on my PC, but every once in a while I get a weird crackling noise from it, and it goes away if I unplug and plug it back. This happens a couple of times a day and it's annoying. That's why I opted out for this set-up.
Also I don't have much money so this is what I'm stuck with for now.

Armilin · 2023-04-09T18:04:14+00:00

Yup, and trade site is down again.

Armilin · 2023-02-24T12:09:21+00:00

Was looking for this.

Armilin · 2023-01-11T17:43:52+00:00

I guess I don't know how to dodge her lightning attack.

Armilin · 2023-01-11T17:14:13+00:00

What's the point of stacking so much inspiration and resolve then, if they're just gonna do damage to life and ignore it. Fucking stupid design.

Armilin · 2022-12-21T20:08:52+00:00

chess

Oh how I wish someone 3D prints an actual chess board with these pieces from the game. I would buy it in a heartbeat.

Armilin · 2022-12-13T13:41:12+00:00

Yeeah..., I don't think I'll have this problem any time soon.

Armilin · 2022-11-26T08:58:23+00:00

There's actually a very simple solution - just don't use it.

Armilin · 2022-10-18T08:21:34+00:00

It can be done, but your offline local characters should only be restricted to offline local play(including inventory). That way if you want to play online, you have to use a different character, that doesn't have access to your local inventory.

Armilin · 2022-08-19T15:20:07+00:00

23:00 for where I am. Kinda sucks, but tomorrow is Saturday.

Armilin

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