How can I record a basic sound clip?

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How can I record a basic sound clip?

I am new to macs and switched from a pc recently, so please excuse me if this is a silly question, but I am totally stumped. I have been trying to record just a simple 20 second sound clip on my imac and cannot do it right. I recorded the sound clip in garageband (as I couldn't figure out any other way to get the built in microphone to record) and wanted to save the clip to upload to a website but am unable to save the file in QuickTime. Doesn't look like that can be done. I have only the software that came with the intel imac but I cannot believe that there is not a simple, easy way to record a sound clip and upload it to the web with all the wonderful software that come with this computer. I know I must be doing something wrong - somewhere!

So - what is the secret to recording a sound clip and saving the file so I can upload it to my website??

imac intel Mac OS X (10.4.8)

Posted on Dec 5, 2006 1:52 PM

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Answer 1

Steve M.

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Dec 5, 2006 2:38 PM in response to imac4me

I understand that Audio Recorder is an easy to use app to record.

http://versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/17392

As far as saving as QuickTime, I'm not sure.

Regards,
Steve M.

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Answer 2

Dec 5, 2006 2:57 PM in response to imac4me

You can record voice soundtracks in iMovie just as easily. Within iMovie, you CAN export to .mpg filetype. Be sure to check out the Help menu once you have iMovie running for info on how to record voice clips/voice overs.

If you are going to be doing much AT ALL with sound and video clips, you would benefit by purchasing a QuickTime Pro registration. It's only $29.00 and you will be using it over and over again.

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Answer 3

Steve M.

Level 5

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Dec 5, 2006 4:14 PM in response to Lance Mitchell

Lance,

What audio capabilities do you get with QT Pro?

Thanks,
Steve M.

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Answer 4

Dec 5, 2006 7:28 PM in response to imac4me

Imac4me,
I noticed that my one of my Imacs does not keep the internal mike operational but changes to in line port when using quicktime audio record! So I have to go to sound in the system preferences and reselect internal!! Then I can make a sound recording. I understand your frustration. When I go on a PC I can't find out how to do anything! It's all there on the mac, just takes a little time to get familiar.

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Answer 5

Steve M.

Level 5

4,757 points

Dec 5, 2006 8:52 PM in response to Roger Carlson2

Roger,

Did you have to pay for QT Pro to record audio in QT? Thanks.

Steve M.

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Answer 6

Dec 6, 2006 9:03 AM in response to Steve M.

Steve, I do have Quicktime pro but in the past it was not needed to record audio. I don't have a mike for my G4 Quicksilver at this house or I would plug it in and try it. The iMac 5 is the one that won't stay on internal mike. roger

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Answer 7

Dec 6, 2006 3:16 PM in response to Steve M.

Basically, you get FULL EDITING capabilities plus MORE.
Plus, you can record new movies with iSight, or record podcasts or soundtracks!

Here's a link to the QuickTime Pro features.

http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore?productLearnMore=D33 80Z/A

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