M-Audio MXL 990/991 Recording Mic Duo and Audio Buddy Package Microphone "reapers" Questions

I'm using a piece of software called Audacity. When I record using my Rhode NT1-A condenser microphone, the sound isn't as clear as I'd like it to be and I'm sure it can be clearer. NO IDEA WHAT TO DO

My mic seems to pick up internal noise even when muted So this mic pics up noise even when muted, white noise, like a "shhh" sound... even when muted. I've used various programs like Ableton, audacity

i have a mxl 990 microphone and its hooked up to a Pro tools LE 8 Mbox Mini . when im recording on protools or any other software with this mic, i hear a static/popping sound and it records the ...