17.019 Can an overloaded power supply affect IIgs sound?
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This article is from the Apple II Csa2 FAQ, by Jeff Hurlburt with numerous contributions by others.
17.019 Can an overloaded power supply affect IIgs sound?
Yes, it can, even when the computer seems to be working okay otherwise.
When I first plugged in my new TDX Stereo Card, I got sound, but very, very
quiet. When I turned up the speakers (a LOT), the audible noise from the bus
got almost deafening, yet the music level increase was barely perceptible.
It was at this point that I recalled why I bought a Buggie power supply in
the first place. I had never needed it, having suffered no major power-starved
related problems in the past; but, thinking it might make some small
difference, I removed the internal power supply and connected the Buggie and
tested again.
I have never, ever heard something sound so sweet! It balanced the volume
perfectly and completely eliminated the bus noise.
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