Filtering

I got a question... When I am filtering my samples what would be the correct way to cut out the (hum feedback sound) I have done everything I can with the gain control and also volume control on my mixer. I mean the sound is not really loud or anything but it is still there and you can tell when you listen real close. I mean am I even on the right track with filtering or is there another way to go about this?

Also.. one more question.. I know that you can upgrade pads and stuff but what about the actual buttons? My window button is getting worn out and I got to press real hard sometimes IOT activate it. Still works though.. Peace.

filtering is not the key to removing hum. You need to not introduce it into the signal. Once you start filtering to remove it you start killing frequencies of the sample. Is your TT properly grounded?

yeah its grounded.. its a REALLY CHEAP turntable tho... I guess that may be the problem.. I was just hoping there was something I could do to remove the sound. I'm deployed right now so getting my handz on a new joint is kinda hard.. I'm just gonna have to bear with what I got for now.

Ground loop hum is 60hz (if you're in the US, 50hz in europe). Use a hi pass filter. Or a PC program like bias soundsoap, which is designed to take out the hum without taking out the rest of the bass. Also, a power conditioner may help, if you can get your hands on one.

Buttons: do a search for 'tact switch replacement'

If you can solder, you can order tact switches from MPCStuff. If not, order them and take your 1k to a local music instrument repair shop.

http://www.mpcstuff.com/small-tact-swit ... utton.html

Good Look with the replies.. Imma check out these resources you just sent me. I am also getting a new TT once i get back to the states so hopefully that takes care of the problem without having to resolve it after I have already recored samples.

Get a line conditioner... this can make a big difference. Even on poor hardware.

Make sure you're not using bad cables, they can make a big difference.

Check if your cables are running parallel to electrical/magnetic sources.