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Eireannsg1
Eireannsg1
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August 15, 2016
Question

How to record system sound?

  • August 15, 2016
  • 7 replies
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In the past with my old computer it was a breeze to record the system with Audition.

Now with my new computer, still running on Windows 7 its difficult.

I have got my old program Camtasia, although it tells me that  there is no audio device detected, it properly records the system sound.

How can get Autition, too, to record my system sound. just as Audition did on my old computer?

BTW: I find it bloody difficult to find these help forums here, I am always diverted to some CLOUD pages and I have nothing to do with THAT.

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default9d7uqktdif7y
New Participant
October 7, 2020

Ok, this is easily fixed.

Preferences --- Audio Hardware --- Click Settings --- Double click on "STEREO MIX" and "enable" it. Now you can record your browser.

 

Took me a year or so to work this out, you're welcome.

 

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    EaP
    New Participant
    November 9, 2020

    Unfortunately, stereo mix is no longer a option.  I'm not sure if this is because of an upgrade to Windows 10 or if it's something with the new laptop.

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    JohnSmith90915
    New Participant
    September 23, 2020

    I have used Adobe Audition, Audacity and FonePaw Screen Recorder. The last one is not bad. You can try!

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    williamlee2060
    New Participant
    September 29, 2019

    Hello,

    Just recommend you to try tuneskit screen recorder that I'm using now. It's an easy to use yet professional screen recording software to capture all audios and videos on the computer. The thing is you can choose to record videos with sound or capture sound only; it's up to you. Besides, you're also freely to grab system audio or microphone audio separately or at the same time according to your needs. 

      Littlegeozz
      Littlegeozz
      New Participant
      January 8, 2020

      The only easy software to record PC stereo-out is Audacity.  I say this as a lifetime hobbyist audio engineer and having tried EVERYTHING holy mambos.  Make sure you use the WASAPI sound option with your PC - it is most stable.

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      warrenp36209625
      Inspiring
      January 27, 2018

      Eireannsg1  wrote

      In the past with my old computer it was a breeze to record the system with Audition.

      Now with my new computer, still running on Windows 7 its difficult.

      I have got my old program Camtasia, although it tells me that  there is no audio device detected, it properly records the system sound.

      How can get Autition, too, to record my system sound. just as Audition did on my old computer?

      BTW: I find it bloody difficult to find these help forums here, I am always diverted to some CLOUD pages and I have nothing to do with THAT.

      Hi, check your soundcard settings - if you have a "Loopback" option, or something similar - make sure it's checked and AA should be able to pick it up no problem.

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      randysmith
      New Participant
      January 26, 2018

      Hey, I just use TuneFab Screen Recorder to help me record the system audio and then I can enjoy this sound for further listening. I just turn on my system audio and microphone, then I can record it. Nice!

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      emmrecs
      Brainiac
      January 26, 2018

      SPAM?

        Eireannsg1
        Eireannsg1Author
        Known Participant
        August 15, 2016

        Just installed Audacity, there no problems recording the system sound but I have to set to Audio Host...Windows WASAPI

        .

        Audio HOst MME doesnt work and Audition only offers me MME.

        What can I do so that Audition, too, offers me the system sound?

        ryclark
        ryclark
        Participating Frequently
        August 15, 2016

        Which version of Audition are you using? Audition should allow you to select WASAPI as a Device Class in the Audio Hardware set up page in preferences. But in the long run it is down to how you have your Windows Sound set up for recording that sends system sounds to Audition.

          Eireannsg1
          Eireannsg1Author
          Known Participant
          August 16, 2016

          I am using Audition CS6, an upgrade from CS5.

          Interestingly Audacity has no problems and there is that function.

          When I go to Sound settings the Microphone tab there should be a Stereo mix option, but it isnt there and it seems Audition only uses whats installed on windows while other programs use WASAPI because its part of their programming.

          Any idea to add WASAPI here?

          Eireannsg1
          Eireannsg1Author
          Known Participant
          August 15, 2016

          I wanted to say: In the past with my old computer it was a breeze to record the system sound with Audition.

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