Recording shows off the internet

[dougray2]

Some people have mentioned that they record some of the AT40 shows off the internet. I remember reading a post a few months ago that told where to buy the recorder or equipment needed but I can't find that post now. My question is where do you get it and how much does it cost? I would like to record the upcoming Top 100 of 76 show. I would appreciate any help or info you all may have. Thanks in advance and Merry Christmas to all AT40 fans.

[spt72]

On a PC I use the Total Recorder Pro software and couldnt be happier. I think it was $18 or so. Very cheap for software. Its probably my favorite software Ive ever gotten.

On a Mac, I think there is something called Audio Hijack or something from (something)Amoeba(?). I cant recall the name of it.

Thanks,
shawn

[dougray2]

Thanks spt72. I have a PC so I'll check out total recorder. That's a very reasonabe price too. Thanks again.

[am1143]

On a PC I use the Total Recorder Pro software and couldnt be happier. I think it was $18 or so. Very cheap for software. Its probably my favorite software Ive ever gotten.

I've had problems with Total Recorder - as it's virtual sound card driver caused system troubles.

In case you are not happy, google for No23 recorder. This German freeware does a great job recording internet radio directly into mp3. The interface is easy enough to run without knowledge of the German language.

[spt72]

Not sure what the No23 recorder does, but I can say I use Total Recorder at least 3x a day and have for about 8 months. Ive never had issues with it. I use it to record about 30 programs on the weekend and have never had issues with it.

One of the features I like most is that you can record many things at once... as long as they technically come from a different source. So you can theoretically record a show on Internet Explorer, a show on firefox, a show on windows media player, a show on real audio, a show on winamp, and a show that you bring into the compure through an auxilary unit (i.e. XM radio or Sirius... a Cassette player or a vcr).... all at once.

I assume all recording programs do this also, but I also use the VCR timer-like feature most. I can set it to open up webpages and audio streams all day and record any time I want. You dont have to be around to record. But, again, Im assuming all stream recorders do that.

I just wanted to chime in with a big thumbs up for Total Recorder. Many other guys here will tell you the same.

Thanks,
Shawn

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I have been using Total Recorder since 2002, no problems with it (besides ones I cause) ;D

[RNH]

I have been checking the internet on programs in which you can record off the internet and listening to your advice on this thread.

I am going to make a decision today on what to purchase, but I have questions.

First, are Total Recorder and Total Recorder Pro the same? I just want to make sure.

Second, would it work for recording the AT40s broadcasted from KQQL?

Lastly, can the program be purchased from the website softpedia.com?

Thank you for your help!

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rnh said:

I have been checking the internet on programs in which you can record off the internet and listening to your advice on this thread.

I am going to make a decision today on what to purchase, but I have questions.

First, are Total Recorder and Total Recorder Pro the same? I just want to make sure.

Second, would it work for recording the AT40s broadcasted from KQQL?

Lastly, can the program be purchased from the website softpedia.com?

Thank you for your help!

I will answer your questions best I know in order:

1. They are the same program yes, but with Pro you get more options. Like setting a timer and putting in the internet recording stream you want it to use. With basic total recorder you can set a timer of when you want it to start but you have to manually bring up the internet feed....sucks if you go out of town or something. Basically, I can compare it to this:

Basic Total Recorder=Digital Cable/Satellite wVCR or DVD Recorder
Total Recorder Pro=DVR

2. I dont know what station that is, if they have a live stream and you can get the web based address to pull up the actual live feed then yes, it can be done automatically or with basic, if you pull it up each week or day.

3. Never heard of softpedia.com, I know you can purchase it at their website highcriteria.com, thats where I purchased it.

[spt72]

You definately want to get the pro version for the reasons Paul mentioned. And i think its under $20. But Id pay $100 for it for as much as I use it. GREAT software.

[MEF]

I found the discussion about TOTAL RECORDER. It is located in the general section. I just posted a short segment. This will move the topic on the top of the General section. It will be easier to find that discussion. You will find the website where you can purchase the Total Recorder.

If you want to just try out the software, you can download this for free. However, if you try to record the stream, total recorder will cut out 5 seconds per every minute of recording. Once you pay the company for the TOTAL RECORDER, the cut outs will be eliminated.

First, I decided to download TOTAL RECORDER for free, just to test to see if this program works. You do have to make sure in your sound program is set for recording thourgh TOTAL RECORDER. Yes, the timer is a great feature in TOTAL RECORDER. When you are ready to burn your recordings on a disk, TOTAL RECORDER has some nice features to set the segments from your recording.

I purchased the TOTAL RECORDER earlier this year. I am very satisfied with TOTAL RECORDER. It is very ideal for recording radio shows from stations that webcast.

My suggestion is download the free version. Test the features to see if this software works for your needs. Once your purchase the software, you will receive an ID code to enter. This will stop the 5 second cut offs.

[pandy]

Yesterday I went and got the pro version for my new PC. I also have two programs that were carried over from my old PC that don't record "what U hear" off the Internet anymore. Cool Edit 2000 which is still good on my laptop and the DAK wave recorder and editor. This ones is great when I edit the the tracks for burning Cd's. Just set a marker at the "split logo's" and editor separates the tracks. I have found problems with the Total Recorder. First I had to install the driver so I can record "what U hear" and things went downhill after that. After 15 minutes of recording the top 100 the signal started "skipping". I thought it was the XM's signal but I went to home set and it was fine. Next I tried a different source and the same thing happened without using the recorder. Also now the music sounds "tinny". The next thing was I un-installed Total Recorder and things went back to normal. I do have both 1976 & 1980 countdowns from WDRC on reel to reel that I transfered to MP3/CD.

[Radioman]

pandy said:

Yesterday I went and got the pro version for my new PC. I also have two programs that were carried over from my old PC that don't record "what U hear" off the Internet anymore. Cool Edit 2000 which is still good on my laptop and the DAK wave recorder and editor. This ones is great when I edit the the tracks for burning Cd's. Just set a marker at the "split logo's" and editor separates the tracks. I have found problems with the Total Recorder. First I had to install the driver so I can record "what U hear" and things went downhill after that. After 15 minutes of recording the top 100 the signal started "skipping". I thought it was the XM's signal but I went to home set and it was fine. Next I tried a different source and the same thing happened without using the recorder. Also now the music sounds "tinny". The next thing was I un-installed Total Recorder and things went back to normal. I do have both 1976 & 1980 countdowns from WDRC on reel to reel that I transfered to MP3/CD.

As someone mentioned above:
Total Recorder is a system killer ! There are many components who don't work correct when TR is installed. Nobody knows in detail wich ones they are.
So it is always a 50:50 chance you might be getting happy with that one or better not install it.

[spt72]

It does use a lot of resources and you do have to let it go almost by itself usually.

But you also need the plug-ins (an mp3 converter, etc) described on the site.

And some internet feeds will just skip. Not enough bandwith, power, or whatever... they just do. I have that happen sometimes. Not often, but sometimes.

But in general, I use it for, honestly, probably 100+ hours of recording per week and its worked perfectly - and has for 6 months.

Id be more than happy to run anyone through the settings I have and such on yahoo or aol chat if they wanty some help with Total recorder. Im not the expert or anything, but Ive used t enough to sort of know what Im doing with it. And it IS tricky at first... a lot of settings... some semi-hidden. It took me a good two weeks of working it out constantly to set it where I wanted it.