If Your Computer’s Fan is Loud…

…and getting into your recordings, here are a few ways to avoid that:

• If you’re using a cardioid microphone, make sure it is pointed directly AWAY from the computer that’s making noise. This will ensure that the least amount of fan noise will be picked up by the microphone.
• If you’re just recording solo and not connecting with anyone over the internet, turn off your computer and record into a portable recorder.
• Use minimal apps and processes on your computer so the fan won’t need to come on.
• Put your computer behind some kind of barrier, or put yourself and the mic behind some kind of barrier.

Can you think of any other options?

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