recording sounds on the computer

[EmperorNero]

how do I record sounds on the computer? for example, I'm watching "outside providence" on my computer and the dad calls his son "dildo" : "come here, dildo!" it's just so funny I have to record the sound clip and send it to someone

 

[Quickfingerz]

there is a sound recorder that usually comes with windows. If it's not installed go you your control panel and add/remove programs and it should be under the windows programs. Hope that helps.

 

[EmperorNero]

I tried that, sound recorder would only record through the mic, it won't record anything that's playing through the computer's speakers.

so I'm still in need of help.

 

[Workin']

Umm, you have to choose the source to be recorded. Open your volume control and choose Properties->Recording and pick the appropriate source.

 

[DocDoo]

Forget the Windows "sound recorder," it will only allow you to record for a limited time (I think 60 seconds).

I use MusicMatch to record live streams from the net. When running MM, under settings set the "source" to your sound cards "input." You will also need to buy (Radio Shack) a 1/8 stereo phono plug (Male/Male). From the sound card, run the output to the input. As an option, get a Y-adapter for your output lead (1 male/2 female).

NOTE: In order to do this, you need a Full-Duplex sound card (like the Sound Blaster LIVE!)

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Make sure it's to the "input" lead, NOT the "microphone" in lead.