How to Record a Vocal From an MP3

Ever wanted to see how your voice would sound recorded? Now you can be the producer and the singer all at the same time. Whether it is song vocals, dictations, or just your thoughts you want recorded, it is all possible with your computer. Record your track and play it back as an MP3 to all of your friends. This is important to anyone who wants to learn how to record vocals and save it as an MP3.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Microphone
• Windows Sound Recorder
• Free Wav to MP3 Converter

1. Configure your microphone. Go to "Start Menu > Control Panel > Speech Recognition Options." You want your microphone to pick up your voice accurately and clearly.

2. Position your microphone so that it isn't too far away and not too close that it causes blaring and static.

3. Go to "Start Menu > Accessories > Sound Recorder." Sound Recorder comes with all Windows OS computers. Click "Start Recording" when ready. The "Start Recording" option is found on the red button. Record a few practice sessions to get a feel for the recording process and make adjustments to the microphone if needed.

4. Click "Stop Recording" when you are done. Save your file in the desired folder.

5. Download the Free Wma to MP3 Converter. Sound Recorder only records in wav formats so you must convert the wav file into an MP3.

6. Install Free Wma to MP3 Converter. Click "Add Files" and search for your recorded wav file. Select the desired bit rate, then click "Next" to title your track. Click "Okay" when you are done. Press "Start" to begin the conversion.

7. Open up your newly recorded MP3 vocal track and listen.

Tips & Warnings

• The better quality the microphone is, the better the sound quality of the recording will be.

Resources

• Free WMA to MP3 Converter
• Windows Vista Sound Recorder