Microphone: Improve sound quality - tips and tricks

You can also improve the sound quality with relatively cheap microphones, for example for voice recordings and online calls. You can find out how to improve sound quality in this article.

Improving the sound quality of your microphone: the best tips

• Even the best microphone is useless without a good sound card. You can install a sound card in your PC yourself. You can find good models for private use from around 34 euros in online retail.
• You should also set up your sound card optimally. Instructions can be found in a separate article.
• If you are using a large diaphragm microphone, for example, it is advisable to purchase a so-called pop killer.
• You should place this in front of your microphone. Speak into the microphone at a distance of about five to ten centimeters. By trying it out, you will quickly find the optimal distance for your model.

Microphone: Improve sound quality - further information

• In the case of VoIP calls in particular, you should make sure that you deactivate all other programs that suck on the Internet line while making calls.
• With a wireless Internet connection, you should also optimize your WLAN reception.

In the next practical tip, we will give you tips for a better connection on Skype calls.