1. Introduction
In Windows 10, recording the internal audio of your computer can be a bit tricky, as the operating system does not provide a built-in feature for this. However, there are several methods you can use to achieve this. In this article, we will explore some of the most effective methods to record internal audio on Windows 10.
2. Method 1: Using Third-Party Software
2.1. Downloading and Installing OBS Studio
One popular method to record internal audio on Windows 10 is by using third-party software, such as OBS Studio. OBS Studio is a free and open-source software that is primarily used for live streaming and recording video, but it can also be used to capture internal audio.
To get started, you need to download and install OBS Studio from the official website. Make sure to choose the version compatible with your operating system.
2.2. Configuring OBS Studio
Once OBS Studio is installed, open the software and follow these steps:
Click on 'Settings' in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
In the Settings dialog box, select the 'Audio' tab.
Under the 'Devices' section, set the 'Mic/Auxiliary Audio Device' to 'Default'.
Click on the 'OK' button to save the settings.
2.3. Recording Internal Audio
To start recording internal audio using OBS Studio:
Click on the 'Settings' button in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
In the Settings dialog box, select the 'Output' tab.
Under the 'Recording' section, choose a location to save your recordings.
In the 'Audio' section, ensure that the 'Audio Track' is set to '1'.
Click on the 'OK' button to save the settings.
Click on the 'Start Recording' button in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
Play the audio you want to record on your computer.
To stop recording, click on the 'Stop Recording' button in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
3. Method 2: Using Virtual Audio Cable
3.1. Downloading and Installing Virtual Audio Cable
Another method to record internal audio on Windows 10 is by using Virtual Audio Cable. Virtual Audio Cable is a software that allows you to create virtual audio devices and route audio streams between them.
To get started, you need to download and install Virtual Audio Cable from the official website. Make sure to choose the version compatible with your operating system.
3.2. Configuring Virtual Audio Cable
Once Virtual Audio Cable is installed, follow these steps to configure it:
Open the Windows 'Control Panel'.
Click on 'Hardware and Sound'.
Under the 'Sound' section, click on 'Manage audio devices'.
In the 'Playback' tab, select 'Virtual Cable 1' as the default playback device.
In the 'Recording' tab, select 'Virtual Cable 1' as the default recording device.
Click on the 'OK' button to save the settings.
3.3. Recording Internal Audio
To start recording internal audio using Virtual Audio Cable:
Open an audio recording software of your choice (e.g., Audacity).
In the recording software, select 'Virtual Cable 1' as the recording device.
Click on the 'Record' button to start recording.
Play the audio you want to record on your computer.
To stop recording, click on the 'Stop' button in the recording software.
4. Conclusion
Recording internal audio on Windows 10 may not be as straightforward as recording external audio, but it is still possible with the help of third-party software such as OBS Studio and Virtual Audio Cable. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily record internal audio on your Windows 10 computer.
