Does the bulb make a buzzing sound?
1658283
After reading your question, I put my ear right up to the bulb and I could hear a very faint buzzing sound. More that 6 inches away, I couldn't hear anything.
1383937
I can't hear any buzzing from my CFLs. But that might be just my hearing. I see that another answer talked about the lights failing quickly. While I have not had that problem another customer did. The bulbs come with a support phone number and are distributed by Home Depot.
823520
All of these mini florescent bulbs have small ballasts in the base that control the lighting. They can and often do make a buzzing noise. I have 20 of the 45W lamps and only a few buzz slightly after warming up. I usually have music on when I use them, so it's not noticable for me. If the buzzing is really loud to you, then you might have received a defective batch, in which case I would contact the manufacturer.
447608
Mine does not buzz. However, if you are looking for a serious strobe, keep looking. This is more like a weak blinking light. No strobe effect at all.
2242188
The lights buzz when they are at a medium level of light. I don't think this is uncommon with LEDs. The buzzing is virtually gone when it is on full power, and very faint when using at the lowest setting (we use it for a night light). I am using the lutron DIVA dimmer the package says it works with.
1800539
Not for me, if you are asking about the Phillips LED light bulb with the yellow "glass." I have six of them, none buzzes or vibrates when dimmed to any level of illumination. However, minimum illumination (maximum dimness) is not as dim as that given by a tungsten or halogen bulb.
199238
Mine makes the same buzzing sound, I have had it for about a year, however, it still works perfectly well. Just hold your finger on the on button for 2 seconds or so, or just press it again for a second to ensure that it is on.
652475
In my original review I pointed out that these flicker when dimmed, could also be associated with buzzing since the load is on and off. Mine are still going strong after considerable use, however, I rarely dim since the flickering is irritating.
1941341
No, it doesn't! And despite being very accurate mine created a buzz after some time. I think it's the battery or sth. else ratteling at certain frequencies.
1313938
When I have my unit dimmed to it's lowest setting I do occasionally hear a buzz although it's only noticeable if I am standing next to the switch.
1989348
No. The on/off switch is on the cord. When u turn lamp on it will steady burn all lights for a minute or so then it starts flashing separately. It also makes a faint ringing sound once flashing. Reminds me of a walk signal ring, but it wasn't loud or annoying( for me).
1021693
I also get a slight buzzing. My understanding is that this is common with most LED lighting when they are put on dimmers
401818
None of my dimmers make any noticeable noise. Some incandescent bulbs can be noisy when dimmed, especially when first turned on. Buzzing at the switch can indicate a wiring issue or improper usage - driving a non-dimmable fluorescent or an inductive load like a fan with one of these could certainly cause noise, and is not recommended in any case.
967448
I haven't noticed any buzzing at all. It's in a lamp beside couch. I think would notice if it was an issue.
1615948
Mine does not make a buzzing noise. Contact customer service they will get you a replacement charger out promptly. Mine do take a full charge and last as long as the OR battery.
2022015
I have been using this for a few months now and have not heard a buzz at all. It dims the bulb. At the end point you sort of see the bulb with some very dim light still but it fades. I think it really works well
202540
Did you ever get an answer? Mine appears to be buzzing all the time too - I agree. Extremely annoying.