How to Reduce Background Noise for Quality Audio

Background noise can be frustrating in many situations, especially when you are trying to record. Your song or script deserves to shine in all its glory — not be overshadowed by the traffic jam happening outside the window.

Whether you are a recording professional or hobbyist, pristine audio quality is important in production. When background noise gets in the way, it can muddy the audio or music project you have worked hard to perfect. Soundproof Cow carries a wide variety of soundproofing materials to help you take control of your surroundings by reducing background noise and elevating the recording process.

Strategies to Reduce Background Noise in Audio Recording

Several strategies exist to reduce background noise in your commercial or personal recording studio, although some are better than others. Here are some techniques for minimizing background noise during or after vocal and instrument recordings:

• Make the most of technology. Post-production programs can help you edit out background noise in your recordings. This approach is most effective for occasional noise — extra time tweaking every measure can add up and leave your recording sounding over-edited.
• Use the right equipment. The equipment you use, including your mic stand and its position, can have an impact on the quality of your recording. However, purchasing new equipment is more of an investment than finding a solution with what you already own.
• Seal gaps and cracks. Over time, gaps and cracks can form in a room from shifting foundations or other natural causes. Be sure to keep these filled to prevent sound leakage.
• Incorporate soundproofing materials. Soundproofing materials are an affordable and effective solution to creating a quieter environment. Installing panels or insulation can reduce background noise and reverberations for clearer, more precise recordings.

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Soundproofing Solutions for Recording Studios

A Soundproof Cow, we have a vast selection of soundproofing materials to reduce background noise in video or audio settings. Browse our available options below to find the right solution for your space.

Acoustic Panels

Acoustic panels are the ideal soundproofing solution for efficacy and aesthetics. Our panels are made with high-quality materials to provide durable solutions to the most complex soundproofing challenges. They offer excellent acoustic performance and are simple to install in your space.

Soundproof Cow has various acoustic panels to choose from, and each is completely customizable to meet your needs:

• Turn your custom images into soundproofing solutions with our art acoustic panels.
• Our Udderly Quiet® Acoustic Panels are professional-grade and available in several stylish configurations.
• We also offer perforated wood panels that add a touch of warmth and professionalism to any space.

Acoustic Foam

When you speak or strum a guitar, the sound waves bounce off hard surfaces and create an echo. Strategically placed acoustic foam reduces ambient background noise, making it a perfect solution for your recording studio.

This material is thick and porous, so a sound wave would have to expend a lot of energy to reflect from it. Instead, the sound disperses across the panel and gets absorbed.

Our acoustic foam is available in several forms:

• Acoustic foam panels
• Fabric-wrapped foam panels
• Fire-rated foam panels

Soundproofing Insulation

If you are in the process of building a recording studio, install soundproofing insulation for ultimate noise-canceling — inside and outside. Our Quiet Batt® Soundproofing Insulation adds mass to your walls, making it more difficult for background noise to seep through.

Elevate Your Audio With Soundproof Cow

Take your recordings to the next level with quality soundproofing materials from Soundproof Cow. Browse our wide selection or contact our experts today to learn how we can help elevate your audio production experience.