Sound Recorder Static

[Guest]

Hello
I am trying to record using a microphone and windows sound recorder. The sound is being picked up, but is accompanied by a lot of static. What to do? (Window XP Pro, Dell Inspiron 8600 laptop, Sigma Tel C Major audio card, Sony Electret Condenser Microphone with new battery)

 

[Sharon F]

Hello- I am trying to record using a microphone and windows sound
recorder. The sound is being picked up, but is accompanied by a lot of
static. What to do? (Window XP Pro, Dell Inspiron 8600 laptop, Sigma
Tel C Major audio card, Sony Electret Condenser Microphone with new
battery)

Controlling sound quality is not one of my areas of expertise but it sounds
to me like you might benefit from using a more sophisticated recording
program. One that can help you eliminate background hisses and other
noises. An internet search should turn up several for you try.

Other things to try
- experiment with the level of sound on speakers and microphone. The goal
is to find a mix that eliminates as much static as possible
- increase distance between microphone and speakers to lessen possibility
of interference between these devices
- consult manuals for sound card and microphone for suggestions on
eliminating interference noise

 

[Guest]

I downloaded an updated driver to my sound card and that seemed to do the trick!

 

[Sharon F]

I downloaded an updated driver to my sound card and that seemed to do the trick!

Well, good! Glad to hear that you have this fixed