Recently, the onboard sound died on my motherboard. I got by using a cheap usb headset, but then a headphone went out after a few short months . So, I bought a Diamond Xtreme Audio sound card ($20 at Best Buy). When plugging my monitor speakers into the sound card, there is no excess static/noise/buzzing. However, when I plug in my headphones (Turtlebeach Earforce x12s) there is a very annoying static and buzzing sound. This occurs even when the sound is muted, and amplifies when the sound is maxed.
Things I have tried:
Disabling on board audio.
Disabling the other playback options (line-in, CD player, etc)
Disabling mic boost.
So, this leads me to believe that it must either be an issue with the sound card, or some other internal hardware issue. Any help is greatly appreciated. I really can't afford to buy a new soundcard, so please save the day!
Edit: I have also tried using a regular pair of Beats Headphones. The issue still persisted.
Update: I have removed the soundcard, and purchased an external USB soundcard, and I am still experiencing the same noises in any pair of headphones I use. Can anyone help?
Things I have tried:
Disabling on board audio.
Disabling the other playback options (line-in, CD player, etc)
Disabling mic boost.
So, this leads me to believe that it must either be an issue with the sound card, or some other internal hardware issue. Any help is greatly appreciated. I really can't afford to buy a new soundcard, so please save the day!
Edit: I have also tried using a regular pair of Beats Headphones. The issue still persisted.
Update: I have removed the soundcard, and purchased an external USB soundcard, and I am still experiencing the same noises in any pair of headphones I use. Can anyone help?