However, in some cases, you will need to edit the recording to enhance the sound. In this workshop we will review the technique for removing silence from an audio clip. The purpose of this exercise is to cut any unnecessarily long silences from the beginning or end of the output file to conserve space. We will also use the DC Offset feature and run through the procedure for normalization . We suggest using the Dynamics effect to adjust the amplitude range.
Clipping can give rise to such clicks or pops.
We also suggest using the noise reduction features to reduce unwanted noise within a sound, such as a background hiss A number of additional editing options are available through Goldwave. Use the Goldwave Help file for an overview of the Edit menu , as well as the Effects menu . Click on the View menu from the Goldwave Toolbar. Remove silence from beginning of recording. Adjust the start marker by clicking the left mouse button on the graph at the point where you want to place the start marker.