GA-X58A-UD3R (Rev 2.0) - Audio Crackling/Static

[jarablue]

I don't know about any FB11 bios but I did upgrade to the F6M bios on gigabytes website..beta bios.  And since doing so the crackling has completely gone from my system.  I went back and picked up my Klipsch speakers.

Thanks to everyone on the site who helped.

[Dark Mantis]

It's really good to see something actually working well for a change. Especially for this board.

[niklz]

Hi, I also have had this cracking, dropping out sound issue.

I've flashed the latest BIOS, and I'm still getting issues

Anything obvious I can check (new BIOS settings etc)

regards,

Nick

[Dark Mantis]

If you have read through this and the other threads on the subject then you will probably have tried it all already. Sometimes it is software based and sometimes hardware. Check to see what programs you have running in the background and eliminate them, one by one. Also try moving the USB ports you use for keyboard , mouse etc.

[niklz]

well I'm currently using an antiquated sound system which I will probably upgrade. I'll probably get a nice 5.1 system and would benefit from a decent sound card, will this fix these issues for me?

[Dark Mantis]

Quite likely. It is often recommended as a fix for this problem so I take it that it works better.

[BeXool]

I updated the bios but still sometimes it happens

[Dark Mantis]

I updated the bios but still sometimes it happens

We could really do with a few more details BeXool. If you would like to list your hardware and main software it will help.

[ak1nza]

I'm also having the audio static/hissing/crackling noise on my X58A-UD3R (Rev 2.0).

I've tried flashing to the new FB16 per the website, and the FB11 that is mentioned here to no avail.

My specs:

X58-UD3R Rev 2.0
Intel i7-930
6GB Ram PC1600
Radeon HD5770
Corsair 650W PSU

My speakers are not the culprit as plugging them directly into my iPod does not produce any static or crackling.  The sound affects all channels (front, rear, side, center) as well as my headphone jacks in the front of my case.

The sound starts after post (after I see the Windows logo).  I've tried muting all other channels, and inputs but it doesn't help. 

I just got this mobo last week and put my system together and never had any type of issue like this before.  Been searching for a solution before RMAing this.  If anyone has any ideas I'd really appreciate the help!

Thanks.

[Dark Mantis]

The only suggestion I have is that it may be caused by your wiring "crosstalking". Try to run the data cables away from the power cables. Failing that try moving the mouse and keyboard receivers if they are USB.

[ak1nza]

@ Dark Mantis.  Thanks for the response.  I have tried booting the computer with nothing but the VGA card, power, and my speakers plugged in (USB Keyboard and USB mouse unplugged and cables no where near the computer) and I still have the same issue with the audio static/hissing/crackling on my speakers.  I've also tried playing around with the speakers and all wires while they are plugged in and sometimes it makes a difference and others it does not.  So I'm unable to isolate anything at the moment.

I've been reading other postings regarding this and I can't seem to get an idea whether this affects all X58A-UD3R boards.  It seems both Rev 1.0 and 2.0 are having some issues.  Also I can't get clarity whether or not a dedicated sound card would solve the issue as I've read some still encounter the issue even with a dedicated sound card. 

I'm going to try a couple of other things tonight and the next obvious step would be to return the motherboard for a replacement but I'm happy with the motherboard overall.  The only issue I'm having is the sound and if that is resolved then this is still a great mobo IMO.  I've sent Gigabyte a tech support request as well.

If you have any other ideas I really do appreciate the help.

Thanks!

[Dark Mantis]

Actually I was talking about the cables inside the computer! It could also be the circuit board itself. Sometimes a dedicated sound card can cure the problem and often it is the best way to go.

[brucelia]

I'm sorry but today seriously Im f******* pissed off about you gigabyte, I read everywhere that this mobo is excellent. I have always been buying asus mobo but today I went to the store and P6X58D-E wasn't available anymore so I tought "ok lets give a shot at gigabyte for the first time".

Yeah the board is great on every aspect except I cant have a good working sound chipset and I tried everything. But seriously why the sound? this just amaze me that the reviews were great and the sound is not even working correctly, what is once again even more incredible is that you cant fix it.

So now I'm going back to the store, pretty short gigabyte adventure for me....

[Dark Mantis]

I am sorry that you seem to have a problem but if you would like to elaborate on it a little maybe we can get things sorted out for you. The sound is normally quite good for an on-board sound chip.

[brucelia]

I tried both bios releases and I disabled almost everything using the latence checker program. It's definetely the sound chipset. I took 2 old sound cards and the sound was great on both no problem at all, USB sound card and PCI sound card

I dont have the mobo anymore and sorry if you find me stupid or anything it's just I spent my saturday on it...at least I made my own opinion about gigabyte.