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How to record audio from computer and microphone?

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  By Olga Krovyakova - modified June 3, 2026, created February, 21 2021.

Don't know how to record audio from computer and microphone to get a high quality final recording? SolveigMM will help solve this problem with its best tool to record audio from a computer. This question is especially relevant for the owners of the devices that lack a “Stereo Mix” function whereas it is very important to record sound from a computer or microphone. Those who have never encountered such a need might wonder why audio recording may be required. In fact recording a computer screen with audio or sound from a microphone may be needed quite often. For example, an audio recording is necessary in the following situations:

  • recording of voice communication with someone;
  • gameplay sounds / dialogues recording;
  • record audio from YouTube;
  • recording sound from an Internet webinar, online radio broadcast, etc.

In other words with the help of certain software you can record the sound, both internal and external.

HyperCam SolveigMM is one of such recording programs.

 

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HyperCam from SolveigMM is not only the best tool for recording video from a computer screen and creating attractive videos, but also a user-friendly software allowing you to record external audio, record internal audio, record voice. The versions of the program are constantly updated and improved.

How to record audio with the HyperCam from SolveigMM

The HyperCam software is an affordable and trustworthy product that will help you record a PC screen with audio and/or audio via a  microphone. You can make high-quality recordings of webinars, computer and online games, Skype conferences, films, radio broadcasts and any other actions. You may also need to add an audio for your video. For example, you might need to record sound if you want to add voice comments to the actions that are being recorded on a video.

To start recording audio from a computer you need:

1. Run the program from its icon on the desktop or use Start / find HyperCam icon in the "All" section. 

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2. Click on the sound icon on the right side of the main HyperCam window.

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3. The interface will be switched to the audio mode.
Please note, that this mode doesn’t intend to record the video, only the audio from your computer or/and microphone will be recorded.

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4. You can select here the needed options for sound recording:

  • recording sound from your computer (System audio)
  • recording microphone sound only
  • recording both system audio and microphone.

These settings are easily made with help of convenient switchers near the appropriate sound option.

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5. Assume we would like to record both system audio and microphone.

Make preparations of what you are going to record: open the webinar window, start radio streaming or launch your game.
Don’t forget to check the system sound and microphone volume options. Also it is good to be sure that the microphone is enabled in your system, so HyperCam can use it.

No additional further settings in HyperCam are required. Just click on the “Record” button - and the audio recording will be started right away.

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6. Launch the project you would like to be recorded. Make voice annotations during the recording.


7. When you are ready to complete the recording, click the Stop button or F3 hotkey.

You can pause and resume the recording at any time using the appropriate buttons.

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8. Your recording will appear in the Records window, where you can playback it and check if it meets your aims and all was recorded properly.

Here you can also:

  • share your recording with the friend, colleague or anyone else;
  • edit it in the built-in pre-installed HyperCam Media Editor or open Online Video Editor to delete unnecessary segments
  • open the folder that contains your recorded file.

Useful tip: if you have not added some annotation during the recording, you can add it to the already recorded file as the voice over with HyperCam Media Editor. 

You can also mute sound on some segments if it is required.

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That’s all! Thank you for reading.  

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I record audio from a microphone with the HyperCam?

Yes. With the SolveigMM's HyperCam software you can record the sound not only from a computer but also through a microphone. You will get a clear and high quality final soundtrack.

 

How to record audio and video at the same time?

The process of recording audio together with the video is described in detail in the “How to record audio with HyperCam SolveigMM” section. Furthermore, a detailed description of the process can be found in the video “How to record internal and external audio with HyperCam” and in the HyperCam Manual which describes in detail how to record video with and without an audio track.

 

How do I record audio on my computer without a microphone?

It is possible to record the sound on a Windows computer without a microphone or speakers. You can record system sounds, streaming music, a video soundtrack playback or any internal sound coming from your computer using either built-in system tools or using third-party programs. With the HyperCam from SolveigMM it is much easier to record sound than with other software. In addition, the quality of the final product is higher. However, you won't be able to record your voice. This recording method is only for internal sounds.

 

Want to record audio from the computer? Download and install HyperCam from SolveigMM on your PC. It is the best software to record audio from a computer which offers an intuitive interface and detailed manual.

 

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  • https://www.solveigmm.com/en/howto/how-to-cut-mp3-files/
  • https://www.solveigmm.com/en/howto/how-to-screen-record-on-pc-with-hypercam/

 

 About the author

imageOlga Krovyakova is the Technical Support Manager in Solveig Multimedia since 2010.

She is the author of many text and video guidelines of company's products: Video Splitter, HyperCam, WMP Trimmer Plugin, AVI Trimmer+ and TriMP4.

She works with programs every day and therefore knows very well how they work. Сontact Olga via support@solveigmm.com if you have any questions. She will gladly assist you!