Annoying click/popping in left channel when playing computer audio

[gcwebbyuk]

I have a Pod Go that is updated to the latest firmware (2.50) and using the latest WIndows drivers (2.00.0.0).

 

I have two Windows 11 devices (laptop and PC) if I play audio from either device via USB to the Pod Go (so I can play over the top of it) I get an annoying pop/crackle in the left channel.  This at random intervals and doesnt seem to be associated with what is playing at all.  I have tried on both devices, tried different USB ports on the two devices, tried different USB cables, even returned the Pod Go for a replacement and that device has the same issue.

 

I contacted support who advised a couple of settings that made no difference.

 

The PC audio format is set at 24 bit, 48000 Hz (Studio Quality) but I have tried various other formats and all continued to pop.

 

I have made sure spatial audio is disabled, and ensured that exclusive mode has been disabled.

 

I have changed the ASIO buffer size in the Pod Go control panel.

 

It's preventing me from using headphones to play over PC audio.  I can play through my monitors and then play the PC audio from a seperate set of speakers (with no issues).

 

Any ideas?

 

Thanks!

[silverhead]

On 7/14/2026 at 5:33 AM, gcwebbyuk said:

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It's preventing me from using headphones to play over PC audio.  ...

 

Have you tested your headphones?

[gcwebbyuk]

On 7/14/2026 at 1:35 PM, silverhead said:

Have you tested your headphones?

Yes they are ok. The sound is heard via monitors and also if I connect a Katana to the amp out port on the Pod Go so it’s definitely coming from there.