How much speaker hum is normal...if any?

[Johnny Vinyl]

Originally Posted by DeadDog

Correct. I cannot hear it when I'm just sitting on the couch watching a movie or tv. I only hear it if I place my ear within about 1.5 feet of the speaker, even then I really have to try to listen for it.

I can really tell it's there when my ear is just inches from the speaker. I assumed some noise is expected but I'm just not sure how much. Is this noise just from the speakers receiving power? Is this acceptable?

I would say from what you're describing that it's acceptable. There is always a hum, sound, or whatever when you're system is on....that is normal. As long as it isn't overtly noticable you're fine.

Did you change your speakers/amplifier/other componant recently and is this something new you noticed?

John