record streaming audio

[Harleysdad]

New to the Mac world! Just wondering if I can capture streaming audio? without malware.

 

[Adric]

Yes you can. I made a video for another poster a while back showing how to do it.

Before I can post the video here, I have to ask, is the audio you're trying to capture copyrighted? I don't want to get in trouble with the staff here!

 

[Harleysdad]

Not copyrighted here. Let's see the video!

 

[Adric]

Ok great!

You'll need two programs, both of which are free and without a trace of malware.

Soundflower:
Download Soundflower for Mac - Allows applications to pass audio to other applications. MacUpdate.com

Audacity:
Audacity: Free Audio Editor and Recorder

And here is the video. It was made for another poster but the steps still apply here:
How to Record System Audio Using Soundflower and Audacity - YouTube

 

[chas_m]

If you're willing to spend a little money, you can do this a WHOLE LOT more simply and with more advanced features (such as scheduling) using Audio Hijack Pro ($32). Believe me, I think it's one of the best shareware investments I've ever made. There is also WireTap Pro, a bit more expensive but also excellent (more for "pros" though I think).

 

[Dan_Tu]

Simply with QuickTime on Mac, you can easily record the screen as you want. But if you are looking for anything more professional in recording streaming audio, you can go for some free audio recorders like Audacity, Ardour, etc. For more details, you are suggested to look at these top 5 free audio recorders.

 

[James]

If you need a good audio editor that can also record i recommend a Program called Amadeus Pro, lots of whistles and bells, not cheap but well worth it if you need what it offers. For just plain recording there is a small program called Piezo that will record from quite a few sources very easy to use and does a great job.

 

[Slydude]

Couldn't have said it better myself James.

How are things in Oklahoma?

 

[Tratimp]

Here is an article providing detailed guides about how to record streaming video on Mac with high quality. Hope it would be helpful more or less.