I have some old speakers in the house that I wanted to test. So instead of messing with the real stereo unit from the 80s, I bought a $30 stereo from Amazon, and new speaker wire.

The speakers sound okay, but there's a hum coming from them all the time. Even with the stereo volume knob turned all the way down. Is this normal for stereo systems and I just haven't noticed?

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[–] [S] 2 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago)

I'll try the tricks! I'm betting the volume knob / potentiometer is a cause.

Update: twiddling the knob does nothing.

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