Recording straight into the computer works but if you have
access to a mini-disc or tape recorder, these will produce even better
results which you can load into the computer for editing. |
Every computer is a sound recorder - If you don't believe
it, try this..
SOUND RECORDER is a Windows utility. It can be found among the
Entertainment
accessories in your programme listing.
(START/ACCESSORIES/ENTERTAINMENT/SOUND RECORDER) It can record one
minute sound files in .wav format.
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First, plug in a microphone. Then click New, click on the
red record button (or microphone icon) and start talking.
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Watch the line and see if it 'wiggles'. If it does, you are
recording. Click on the red record button and then the black rectangle which is the stop button. (The symbols
for all video and audio players are, mercifully standardised).
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Trouble-shooting: If you are not seeing any response and the line stay flat as you record, then you
need to tell your sound card to connect to the microphone to the recorder.
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In the sound recorder menu pick Audio properties.
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Make sure the mic is selected AND the volume is turned up.
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Try again.
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Click New for each experiment. You can save the
results or scrap them. If you do decided to Save, set up a directory for
your audio work.
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If the line is wriggling when you record, but you don't hear
anything when you press playback, then check that your loudspeaker is
switched on - You might have turned it down or clicked Mute.
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Have a look at the help files which will show you how to add echo, play
yourself backwards and much more.
If you survive the experience of hearing your words
emerging from the computer, read on and soon you could be broadcasting your
stories to the world.
You already have the technology - You are in business!
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