Update on free Easy MP3 Sound Recorder download

Submitted by Mike Webster on April 18, 2007 - 12:38pm. ::

People who are inclined to skim only the first lines of these items should be sure in this case to review my disclaimers at the end. Yeah, I'm a coward.

Last night, on another message board, I wrote that I tested a software package, Easy MP3 Sound Recorder by Shiyi Software, that I downloaded for free at Download.com. The page is:

http://www.download.com/Free-Easy-MP3-Sound-Recorder/3000-2170_4-1054765...

I can now report that this thing works. The entry I created with it is now floating around on this site somewhere. However, the software contains a potential trap for technological newbies: a pull-down menu called "Audio Bitrate." I recorded several drafts of my piece with this item set at 320 bps; but during my upload attempt, an error message informed me that this should have been set at 128 bps or less. I had to re-record my piece at 128 bps to get it successfully uploaded.

Ah, well. Practice makes perfect. Many thanks to the contest sponsors for the chance to learn something new while showing off a bit.
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Now for my disclaimers:

1) My good test results do not necessarily guarantee your good test results.

2) Please Remember That You Proceed At Your Own Risk when you accept advice from good-hearted but technologically challenged strangers like me who will, if pushed, callously turn on you at the drop of a hat by completely refusing to accept responsibility for any and all physical, emotional, spiritual or property damages you may encounter from following their misbegotten suggestions.

But don't let that stop you. Happy recording!

Submitted by aikimuse on May 14, 2007 - 3:19pm.

How did you get around the fact that this software cuts out after 30 seconds (even though the program counter continues until you stop recording)?

Checked with the system's analog recorder and imported to Itunes, converted to MP3. Its definitely not problems with the mic or settings in itunes.

Just learned about the contest, so any help with the recording side is appreciated!

Thanks.