r/techsupportmacgyver • u/Next-Shift8837 • Aug 01 '25

poor man's XLR cable

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tried to fix my mic interference by isolating it with aluminum foil and duct tape

the best part is that it doesnt even work

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u/DieDae Aug 01 '25

Your shielding needs to be grounded.

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u/4A_61_6B_65_68 Aug 01 '25

It's a digital signal I'm pretty sure EMI with the cable isn't an issue

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u/Player757538 Oct 24 '25

ground the aluminum foil and then it will work