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transferring records to computer
« on: June 18, 2003, 01:36:30 PM »
Anyone know a good plugin for SoundForge (any DirectX plugin should load) or other software that will do a good job removing pops and clicks and minimizing surface noise from record playback?

I have a stack of records that I'm transferring to CD for my grandparents and want to make them sound as good as they can.

I have the Waves bundle, so I'll have to check and see if there's an appropriate plugin there, plus the generic SF ones.

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« Reply #1 on: June 18, 2003, 03:17:42 PM »
how about sonic foundry noise reduction plug in??  Send me a PM, I might know of a way for you to get it!

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« Reply #2 on: June 18, 2003, 07:29:46 PM »
try cool edits click and pop eliminator...if you need cool edit let me know.
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« Reply #3 on: June 18, 2003, 08:53:00 PM »
what pre are you running your player thru?

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« Reply #4 on: June 18, 2003, 10:53:47 PM »
The phono pre is on my dad's gear - something from the mid 80s. I think it's Acoustic Research or something like that. I'd have to look to be certain. It's nothing spectacular. But then again, I'm just doing this as a favor for my grandparents, so I dunno how perfect it needs to be.

If I ever go 24/96 on these records, then I'll find someone with a kickass setup.
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« Reply #5 on: June 21, 2003, 01:54:13 PM »
its just really really important to be running at least a low end pre to preserve the eq curve of the records... if i were you id run the pre > your outboard A/D > digi in... the a/d on the analog in of most cards sucks

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« Reply #6 on: June 23, 2003, 12:59:53 PM »
shit, I'd just as well leave the pops and clicks from the vinyl in there.
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« Reply #7 on: June 23, 2003, 04:44:22 PM »
After listening to both methods, I decided to do just that. It sounds fuller unprocessed and sterile after processing. I guess it's the way vinyl was meant to be.

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« Reply #8 on: June 23, 2003, 04:49:01 PM »
This is gonna sound like a really dumb question, but before you go through the hassle of converting the vinyl - are you sure these records are not available in a digital format?

You may be able to find these recordings at local shops, online retailers, specialty shops, etc.  Could save you a lot of trouble.
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« Reply #9 on: June 23, 2003, 07:37:39 PM »
by the way Matt

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« Reply #10 on: June 23, 2003, 07:54:57 PM »
Thanks! Instead of the good wishes, can you send HER to my door tonight?  :jawdrop:
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« Reply #11 on: June 23, 2003, 08:02:42 PM »
This is gonna sound like a really dumb question, but before you go through the hassle of converting the vinyl - are you sure these records are not available in a digital format?

You may be able to find these recordings at local shops, online retailers, specialty shops, etc.  Could save you a lot of trouble.

Well, for the $0.27 for each blank CD (thank you TS.com special!), this method is much more economical and less time consuming for me. I can do it while I'm job hunting, just listening for when to flip sides of the record. That way I get a few done every day. Split tracks and burn - easy as anything, and sounds pretty good to me.

I'd find it more trouble to go shopping for all of these.
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« Reply #12 on: June 23, 2003, 08:02:42 PM »
wait yer turn big boy :wink2:

 

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