BlindOptimism
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Hi there!
I am a complete amateur when it comes to audio recording, so forgive me if this is a simple problem. I've searched your forums for tips, but either haven't found or haven't understood the solution I need.
I do a lot of video work which requires narration. Until now, I've been using my computer's in-built mic, simply because it has been the simplest solution, but now I'd like to branch out and get a microphone. I'm thinking of a USB Yeti, Snowball or Snowflake.
But before I buy anything, I have a question. I have a huge problem with 'clicks' in my recordings. Currently, I have to edit out all of these clicks in post production, but not only is this (very) time consuming, but I can also lose a lot of content if the click comes at the wrong time (which it often does). I've done a monumental amount of research across the web, but without telling someone my specific problem, I'm apprehensive about spending my cash.
I think the clicks in my audio are mouth noises, but I'm not 100% sure. The reason I think this is because I can record other, non-vocal without too many problems (The quality isn't amazing, as it's an only an inbuilt mic, but at least it's clear and coherent). I don't want to spend a lot of money on a mic and then discover the fault is with me. I've recently started using a popper stopper and that seems to have made a slight difference, but I still have to go through my recordings with a fine-tooth comb. The thing is, the sound quality doesn't have to be radio-DJ quality - I don't have a great voice anyway - I would just like to be able to record without having to worry that the audio will be unusable or take a long time to clean.
Here's the thing; I've been watching video reviews on youtube of all the different microphones and sometimes, I can hear clicks in the audio, just like mine. This leads me to believe that it's an unavoidable problem that I'm just going to have to deal with, although I'd be happy to be proved wrong. I've also heard that there is software available that can remove clicks, but I'm skeptical, as I tried "Click Removal" filters in both Soundtrack Pro and Audacity and neither made any difference whatsoever.
So, here's my question: Will buying a USB mic cut out the clicks, or am I going to have to train myself to move my mouth more efficiently when I talk? In other words, is the problem with me, or my mic?
Thanks for any help or tips you can provide.
Here's the equipment I use, if it helps:
Macbook Pro 2012 model
Recording software: Garage Band (previously tried other software such as Quicktime, Audacity, Final Cut Pro and Soundtrack Pro. Garage Band appears to be the best).
Editing software: Final Cut Pro
Microphone: Currently the Mac's inbuilt mic
I am a complete amateur when it comes to audio recording, so forgive me if this is a simple problem. I've searched your forums for tips, but either haven't found or haven't understood the solution I need.
I do a lot of video work which requires narration. Until now, I've been using my computer's in-built mic, simply because it has been the simplest solution, but now I'd like to branch out and get a microphone. I'm thinking of a USB Yeti, Snowball or Snowflake.
But before I buy anything, I have a question. I have a huge problem with 'clicks' in my recordings. Currently, I have to edit out all of these clicks in post production, but not only is this (very) time consuming, but I can also lose a lot of content if the click comes at the wrong time (which it often does). I've done a monumental amount of research across the web, but without telling someone my specific problem, I'm apprehensive about spending my cash.
I think the clicks in my audio are mouth noises, but I'm not 100% sure. The reason I think this is because I can record other, non-vocal without too many problems (The quality isn't amazing, as it's an only an inbuilt mic, but at least it's clear and coherent). I don't want to spend a lot of money on a mic and then discover the fault is with me. I've recently started using a popper stopper and that seems to have made a slight difference, but I still have to go through my recordings with a fine-tooth comb. The thing is, the sound quality doesn't have to be radio-DJ quality - I don't have a great voice anyway - I would just like to be able to record without having to worry that the audio will be unusable or take a long time to clean.
Here's the thing; I've been watching video reviews on youtube of all the different microphones and sometimes, I can hear clicks in the audio, just like mine. This leads me to believe that it's an unavoidable problem that I'm just going to have to deal with, although I'd be happy to be proved wrong. I've also heard that there is software available that can remove clicks, but I'm skeptical, as I tried "Click Removal" filters in both Soundtrack Pro and Audacity and neither made any difference whatsoever.
So, here's my question: Will buying a USB mic cut out the clicks, or am I going to have to train myself to move my mouth more efficiently when I talk? In other words, is the problem with me, or my mic?
Thanks for any help or tips you can provide.
Here's the equipment I use, if it helps:
Macbook Pro 2012 model
Recording software: Garage Band (previously tried other software such as Quicktime, Audacity, Final Cut Pro and Soundtrack Pro. Garage Band appears to be the best).
Editing software: Final Cut Pro
Microphone: Currently the Mac's inbuilt mic