I get lots of email from new podcasters. And without question, one of the main complaints I hear relates to noise. People using small digital field recorders to record their podcasts seem to have particular problems with noise.
In most cases, these are simple environmental noise problems like unbalanced AC power sources, air conditioners, fans, fluorescent lights and other environmental factors that can ruin your recordings. The fix is usually simple.
Try to use balanced AC or use power conditioners. Make sure that you don't locate your recorder near an AC power source, fluorescent lights or mobile phones during recording.
Turn off any electrical item in the room that you don't need. Turn off fans and air conditioners.
Make sure you have good clean cables and that they are properly inserted. Don't cross instrument or mic cables and power cables.
These are very basic responses to a basic problem. Give them a try first before you go to extreme measures that involve spending money.
And by the way, if you want a more detailed look at this, go to "Seven Steps to Noise-Free Digital Audio."
For more information on podcasting, visit my site Podcastingtricks.com.
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