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Jbl bar 5.1 soundbar with detachable wireless speakers the subwoofer makes crackling noise

Colon6885 — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 05:46:53 GMT

My jbl bar 5.1 10 inch subwoofer keeps making this crackling noise even when there is no sound playing from any device just on.

Re: Jbl bar 5.1 soundbar with detachable wireless speakers the subwoofer makes crackling noise

NigelB72 — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 07:54:43 GMT

Is it a sudden burst of white noise or a constant crackling? If it's a constant crackle, it could be a faulty cable or connection..

Re: Jbl bar 5.1 soundbar with detachable wireless speakers the subwoofer makes crackling noise

Colon6885 — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 10:40:54 GMT

It seems to come and go but lately alot more than not and sounds like it's getting louder.

Re: Jbl bar 5.1 soundbar with detachable wireless speakers the subwoofer makes crackling noise

NigelB72 — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 12:03:17 GMT

Try changing the wire that connects the soundbar to the sub...

Re: Jbl bar 5.1 soundbar with detachable wireless speakers the subwoofer makes crackling noise

Colon6885 — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 12:13:04 GMT

The subwoofer is wireless

Re: Jbl bar 5.1 soundbar with detachable wireless speakers the subwoofer makes crackling noise

NigelB72 — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 12:42:46 GMT

Sounds like a fault has developed then if it's only started recently.

I assume it was supplied by BT so if it's still under warranty, you'll need to get in touch with BT to discuss a repair or replacement under warranty.