How to REMOVE HISS from Recordings

[@sayedhasanalmusawi6966]

This video saved me a fortune because I Already have a Nikon camera and any external microphone connected to it is making a hiss + whistle sound. After hours of searching I found out that the audio support in the camera is bad and I have to buy a lot of things to work around it. The camera is a gift from my friend and I don’t want to buy another one. I tried other software didn’t fix that noisy sound for me I just can’t believe this small size software fix it perfectly more than I expected. My camera is Nikon D3200. My money and time is saved now thanks to you Gary. A big thumb

[@GaryTerzza]

I am pleased the noise reduction worked for you Sayed and saved you some money too!. Thank you for taking time to tell us about your experience.

[@iStillrespectwaman69]

Wow! Just listen to his voice how crisp and clear it is. That's how you know he is not lying!

[@GaryTerzza]

Thank you - all down to the mic and software of course!

[@iStillrespectwaman69]

@@GaryTerzza I host a small gaming channel, the thing that worked for me was a DIY pop filter. Anyways, wonderful video keep up the good work❤️

[@GaryTerzza]

@@iStillrespectwaman69 Will do - good luck with the YT channel.

[@GaryTerzza]

Having hiss on a voice-over recording can be annoying and in this video I demonstrate how to reduce it. I have to say I recorded this on the hottest day of the year and you may be able to hear my computer fan cut in.... in addition to the digital hiss I was trying to remove 😁👍

[@Chesterton7]

Thank you. Could you do a quick addendum video on how one might change/fine-tune the numbers on Audacity's voice profile window to keep a decent human sound to the voice after noise reducing? I'm working with old 1970's recordings with a lot of hiss. I appreciate your video, thanks again.

[@GaryTerzza]

Thanks for the comment. Fine tuning Audacity is more art than science and much of it is trail and error. As an alternative you may want to experiment with Adobe’s amazing AI voice enhancer. I have a video on how to use this for removing room reverb, but it may also work for hiss kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4StmGpporuJf5osi=oiPHw1wlsrRmBlK1

[@joannadodge9155]

Thank you, Gary! This method helped me so much. I really appreciate you taking the time to record and upload this video. 😊

[@GaryTerzza]

I am pleased the tips proved useful Joanna and I appreciate you taking time to write your kind comment 🙏

[@joannadodge9155]

@@GaryTerzza Of course! It's the very least I can do, especially considering how valuable this information. is. Thank you again!

[@maresgoez]

Wow Thank you after watching countless of vides finally a good one. Thank you very much.

[@GaryTerzza]

I am glad the demonstration proved useful.

[@TheGrumpyExplorer]

I often highlight parts between spoken words and silence those parst to remove the hiss where it’s noticeable but not from behind the voice where it isn’t noticeable. That way the voice isn’t altered at all.

[@GaryTerzza]

I do not recommend inserting silence between words as this will create a choppy effect. A little room tone is fine so long as it is not too prominent.

[@ashflower28]

What about my recording on my iPhone 14 , the hiss is exactly the same as shown but on iPhone Please I’d appreciate your help

[@GaryTerzza]

You should be able to export your iPhone audio into Audacity and remove that way. There isn’t an Audacity app at the moment, so you will have to do the noise reduction on a laptop or desktop.

[@1megawhite]

I’m recording acoustic guitar and the white noise is driving me nuts. I have to turn the mic gain to capture the guitar, but the white noise also increases. I’m using a condenser mic into a focusrite Scarlett.

[@GaryTerzza]

Yes, the more you turn up the mic gain, the more white noise you are likely to experience. Much depends on your equipment though. The higher the quality your gear is, the lower the noise floor.

[@1megawhite]

Hi Gary thank you for reply. Interesting that you said a condenser mic through USB is particularly noisy. I'm recording acoustic guitar using a brand new Ashton Origin going into a Scarlett 2i2 second gen audio interface. I'm thinking the only way I can solve this is by purchasing a plugin such as Waves Clarity or Brusfri Klevgrand. It's very frustrating. Thanks again.

[@GaryTerzza]

@@1megawhite That sounds like a great combo and should give you a very low noise floor. If you have too much white noise, then check your audio settings and mic position. Another possible culprit could be your mic cable, so it’s worth swapping your current lead for another one just to rule that out. It’s a process of elimination.

[@1megawhite]

Thanks Gary, great tips. I will check those things today. Best wishes.

[@shivikool1]

Your videos are very informative 👍

[@GaryTerzza]

Glad you like them!

[@hiikiewling2698]

Thanks for the informative video.! Any idea of how to reduce the white noise during live streaming?

[@GaryTerzza]

You would be best looking to upgrade your microphone and interface and so reducing the chances of white noise in the first place.

[@exploringbiblicalendtimes779]

Thanks for this. I tried it out and worked fine for me. This will help in my youtube vids

[@GaryTerzza]

I am glad it proved effective and thank you for taking time to comment!

[@patio317]

Gary, what settings would use on noise reduction if the voice does sound too metallic and you want to redo the effect ?

[@GaryTerzza]

Pat O'Neill By the time you get the metallic sound it is too late really. However my demonstration exaggerates the white noise and the chances are your recordings will only have a little hiss which will be reduced effectively by using the default setting.

[@leshorovitzprofessionalvoi6764]

You definitely want to fix the source of the hiss if possible - check the cabling - perhaps you need to replace the xlr cable if faulty.

[@GaryTerzza]

Agreed - those checks are a sensible place to start.

[@GaryTerzza]

You’re right, a faulty mic cable can cause interference.

[@chriscarruthers6364]

Massively helped me, thank you!

[@GaryTerzza]

There is a new de-esser plugin for Audacity; go to the Audacity forum and search for ‘updated de-esser for speech’ and this will take you to the relevant download page.

[@plan7a]

:D - would selecting and replacing the 'hiss' with 'silence' be another method to rectify this problem? Just a thought as this might stop the removal of the resonance of your voice. (PS: I won't mention the background buzzing this time; oops, LOL. Sorry).

[@D.Bunker]

*You could spend all day doing that manually, or you could simply get a Noise Gate plugin !!!*

[@GaryTerzza]

The problem with inserting silence is that it creates uneven audio. Inserting unnatural silences can disrupt the flow, making the narration feel disjointed and less engaging.

[@biancabolissian6166]

Hi! Thank you for your tutorial. I’m looking for a reason why my mic is creating a hiss just when I talk. Any idea? I tested my regular Apple headphone mic and then the Audio-Technica 2005 USB mic and they both do it. Although the AT2005 is obviously better quality. I would love your help and input.

[@GaryTerzza]

An XLR condenser mic with a decent interface will improve your signal to noise ratio.

[@rejinashahii]

I did the same way but it didn't work for me 😐

[@GaryTerzza]

It depends how loud the hiss (white noise) is. you can always repeat the action - you will find this option under Effects.

[@themoodychic]

Is there any way to do it on your Android phone??

[@GaryTerzza]

Hmm, not sure if that is possible.

[@D.Bunker]

*A Noise Gate plugin is a better option. It get's rid of the hiss during the pauses, but leaves it in during the vocals.*

[@GaryTerzza]

The problem with a noise gate is it drops the in between parts down to absolute silence creating a choppy sensation for the poor listener.

[@hannahlawrie3733]

Thank you so much!

[@GaryTerzza]

You’re welcome. I hope the advice on removing that annoying white noise proves useful.

[@CreativeFosse]

Thanks for sharing! Are you only using Audacity for your voice recordings? I use Adobe Audition myself but I do find it somewhat difficult to manage at times. I don't have any studio at home or anything like that. I only have my computer, a mice and software. So, sitting in my basement (it's like a livingroom really) I don't get that crisp clean sound I would like to. It's like you can hear that I'm in a room where the sound bounce of the walls. It sometimes sound like I'm in a tunnel.... Any tips without having to buy more equipments, etc?

[@GaryTerzza]

CreativeFosse Sounds like you need to check your sound absorption materials and even consider a new mic perhaps.

[@CreativeFosse]

@@GaryTerzza Thank you for your reply. Well, to be honest I haven't got any sound absorotion materials... But right after I posted on this video it occured to me that the pop filter in front of the mic might be a part of the problem. Why? Well, as it turns out it's made of metal (soft aluminum) and it came in the box with the mic. And after I watched another video of yours I then found a few pillows, etc. and used it for sound absorption materials. And it worked better this time.. So, thanks again!

[@camcab147]

Thank you!

[@GaryTerzza]

My pleasure 😇

[@BanditmitKredit]

Very good Video

[@GaryTerzza]

Thanks for the visit

[@laurencet2841]

Thanks Gary! Helpful as always. BTW, congratulations on your 'Distinction' in whatever subject it was you studied!

[@GaryTerzza]

You're welcome Laurence. The only 'distinction' I recall getting was for my Cycling Proficiency test!

[@laurencet2841]

@@GaryTerzza I just noticed an impressive-looking certificate in the background, that's all!

[@GaryTerzza]

@@laurencet2841 Ah that's my eldest son's guitar certificate!

[@Kxngfroz_e]

Cool

[@GaryTerzza]

Thanks for the comment 🙏

[@k-rulez8250]

U remind me of mr bean

[@GaryTerzza]

I'll take that as a compliment... I think!