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How to record Skype conversations (both sides)

Last updated on August 3, 2024 by , Posted to record audio

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Previously, i-Sound could record both sides of Skype conversations only if you were using the same audio device. For example: if you were using a USB microphone and USB headphones, it would only record the side of your choice.

Modern versions of Windows have the ability to redirect audio from one device to another. This way, you can mix and record audio from multiple audio devices at once.

  • Download, install and run i-Sound Recorder.
  • Click the Settings button to open the i-Sound Recorder program settings.
  • Select the Mixer tab.
  • Old way: To record a Skype conversations choose "Stereo Mix" from the Select Recording Source options menu. Some sound cards uses different names for this input so instead of "Stereo Mix" option you might see "WAVE", "What U Hear" or "Wave Out".
  • Modern way: Follow this guide to redirect the sound from the microphone to the headphones. After that, select Headphones as the recording source. This method does not depend on the sound card and works on all computers.
  • If you don't want to specify the output file name each time you record, you can set i-Sound Recorder to generate the file name automatically. Select the "General" tab in the menu. In the file name options, select "Generate automatic name from date/time" and change the file destination folder, if desired.
  • Before you start recording, you can adjust the volume level using the slider on the right. You can also adjust the volume at any time during recording. Alternatively, you can use the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) mode. It will automatically keep the recording level in the optimal range. When you are ready to start recording, click the Start Recording button in the middle.
  • If you wish to skip silent pauses while recording you may activate VOX mode. Go to Settings -> Vox and check the Activate VOX mode option.
  • When you have finished you can stop the recording by pressing the Stop record button.
i-Sound Recorder

Advantages of i-Sound Recorder

  • Recording both sides of the conversation
  • Automatic control of the recording level
  • Skipping silent pauses during recording
  • Support for the latest Opus and AAC codecs
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Firstly, Skype wants to control the microphone selection and gain automatically in "Recording control", and the microphone muting in "Volume Control". You need to deselect Skype -> Options -> Sound Devices -> Let skype adjust... Now you have control, and need to unmute "Microphone" within "Volume Control", and select "Stereo Mix" within "Recording Control". Bit of a mission, but it does work, eventually."
Don't forget about the legal aspects of recording conversations. In most countries, including the US, the law is clear - you can record all types of calls, as long as the participants know about it. You can also record conference calls and web conferences, if you have the right to do so and if the host does not restrict you.

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