Use a noise removal tool or an AI audio cleaner, apply the effect, then listen back and adjust the strength until speech sounds clear. Recording in a quiet space first means less to fix later.
Video Glossary
Background Noise Removal
Background noise removal is the process of reducing or eliminating unwanted sounds from a video or audio recording.
What is background noise removal?
Background noise removal is the process of cleaning up a recording by reducing or removing unwanted sounds, such as fans, traffic, keyboard clicks, or room echo. The goal is to make speech clear and easy to listen to.
How background noise removal works
Traditional tools use filters to cut specific frequency ranges. Newer AI tools are trained to tell speech apart from noise, so they can remove distractions while keeping voices natural. You apply the effect, listen back, and adjust the strength until the audio sounds clean.
Why clean audio matters
Viewers forgive rough visuals far more than rough audio. Clear sound keeps people watching, improves comprehension, and makes automatic captions and transcription more accurate. Good audio is one of the simplest ways to make content feel professional.
Cleaner audio with Livestorm
If you record remote sessions, background noise is common because everyone is in a different room. Livestorm's AI features help clean up recorded audio so your replays and clips sound polished. You can also run a microphone test before you go live.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I remove background noise from a video?
Does removing background noise reduce audio quality?
It can if you overdo it, which may make voices sound thin or robotic. The goal is to reduce distractions while keeping the voice natural, so adjust gradually.
Why does clean audio matter so much?
Viewers tolerate rough visuals far more than rough audio. Clear sound keeps people watching and makes automatic captions and transcription more accurate.
Can I clean up audio from a recorded webinar?
Yes. Livestorm's AI features (https://livestorm.co/features/ai) help clean up recorded audio so your replays and clips sound polished, which is useful when everyone joins from a different room.
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