You don’t mention what your system is. I think every element of the system has something to contribute to this from the quality of the LP to the cleaning process, the cartridge, the turntable and motor, and the phono stage.
In my system, noise is almost nonexistent or at least so minor that it is not an issue for me so here is my system and approach.
1) I buy only LP’s that are rated VG+ or better from dealers with a good reputation
2) I clean before each play on a Loricraft cleaner
3) I have a Transrotor Fat Bob TT which has magnetic floating bearing (IMHO this is the single most significant factor in reducing noise. I have had several other turntables and none have been as quiet as this)
4) I have a ZYX Airy 3 cartridge and Graham Phantom 2 arm
There are certainly better systems out there but all I can tell you is that with mine, clicks and pops or any other noises are a non-issue.
In my system, noise is almost nonexistent or at least so minor that it is not an issue for me so here is my system and approach.
1) I buy only LP’s that are rated VG+ or better from dealers with a good reputation
2) I clean before each play on a Loricraft cleaner
3) I have a Transrotor Fat Bob TT which has magnetic floating bearing (IMHO this is the single most significant factor in reducing noise. I have had several other turntables and none have been as quiet as this)
4) I have a ZYX Airy 3 cartridge and Graham Phantom 2 arm
There are certainly better systems out there but all I can tell you is that with mine, clicks and pops or any other noises are a non-issue.