How to record audio on Riverside

1. Open your studio

Create or open a recording studio and adjust your recording settings to “Audio Only”.

2. Invite

Send invites to up to 9 guests to join your audio recording from their desktops or phones.

3.  Record

Hit the record button and start recording audio or your voice in high-resolution no matter your internet connection.

4. Edit & Download

Touch up your audio, create clips, or download separate raw audio (and video) tracks.

Why choose Riverside

The best audio recorder for high-res audio, even on shaky wifi

Uninterrupted high-quality audio

Record audio in up to 48kHz without worrying about your internet connection. Everything records directly on your device, so no internet issues interfere with top-quality audio resolution.

WAV or MP3? You decide

Record sound in uncompressed WAV files for better audio quality. Download MP3 files if you need to save storage space.

Separate speaker tracks - zero overlap

Keep every speaker in their tracks to avoid crosstalk. Invite up to 9 guests to your online recording and get separate audio (and video tracks for each).

Silence the noise

Remove echo and background noise—like the hum of that aircon you can’t live without on a hot day. Let your voice take center stage with our live echo cancellation and AI background noise removal.

An audio recording studio in your pocket

Capture high-quality sound anytime, anywhere with Riverside's mobile recording app for iOS and Android. Invite guests, hit record, and you'll find all your files on your desktop straight after.

Editing made easy with AI

Cut your audio by simply deleting words in your recording transcript with our text-based editor. Remove long silences, clean up filler words, and normalize audio levels – all in just a few clicks.

Free audio and voice recording

You heard right. Record any sound for free directly with our free online voice recorder. (But, if you want to experience the full magic of our audio recording and AI enhancement, it’s worth signing up for a plan.)

Turn your recordings into audiograms

Living in a visual online world without the visuals? Turn your audio recordings into engaging audiograms. Add image and text overlays with your own custom background and logo. Top if off with animated captions for some eye-catching movement.

AI audio transcriptions

Receive highly accurate audio transcripts of all your recordings in a matter of minutes. Our AI transcriptions are automatically generated after you recorded your voice and are available in over 100 languages.

Record studio-quality audio, anywhere. Try Riverside.

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How to choose the best audio recorder

What makes an audio recorder the right one for you? Here’s what to look to find the best online voice recorder (Riverside has it all):

Quick and user-friendly:

If you want to record your sound or voice from a mic or mobile phone, you want to do that with just a few clicks.

All-in-one features:

Look for tools that combine recording and editing, saving you the hassle of struggling with multiple apps.

High-resolution audio:

Choose audio recording software that supports uncompressed WAV files and records at 48kHz for crystal-clear sound.

Beginner-friendly editor:

If you want to clean up and polish your audio, look for automated editing tools powered by AI to save you time.

Multiple tracks:

If you need more editing precision and you’re recording with multiple guests, pick software that lets you export separate audio tracks for each participant.

Local recording:

Capture audio directly on your device to avoid internet-related issues reducing audio quality. (With Riverside, your local recordings automatically upload to the cloud while recording, so you don’t have to wait after.)

Bonus features:

Consider extras like automatic transcription, mobile recording, and the ability to record remote guests.

Audio clean-up tools:

Choose a tool that could clean your recordings even when you are in a noisy environment (in a restaurant, a town square, a busy office).

Online audio recording made easy for:

Smooth sounding podcasts

Record audio interviews with remote guests and still sound like you’re in the studio. With 48kHz audio and local recording, capture crystal-clear sound, regardless of your connection.

Voiceovers

Don’t make your voice crack because of poor recordings. Capture high-res WAV files for any video narration or professional voiceover. You can even fix mistakes with our text-to-speech AI voice feature.

Keeping record of meetings 

Want to keep track of that 3-hour meeting? Record it in high-quality and get an automatic transcript straight after.

Marketing materials

Record expert interviews, client testimonials, or audio snippets with quick tools to repurpose them into promotional content.

“It took us little-to-no time to integrate our workflows. It’s the central hub for recording and managing our video and audio files. 
Rob Goodman Executive Producer | Wix

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How do I record audio without video?

You can record audio with any phone recorder. But if you want to capture high-quality audio without video, then try a dedicated recording app.

To record audio only on Riverside, follow these steps:

Step 1: Create a new studio or choose a pre-existing one. 

Step 2: Go to the studio’s settings. (Select the gear icon to do this). Then go to Recording settings.

Step 3: Under the recording section, choose ‘Audio’. 

Step 4: Go to your studio and hit the record button to start your audio-only recording. 

For tips on achieving the best results, check out our guide on how to record in high-quality for the best results.

Can I record audio on my phone?

Both iPhones and Android phones offer built-in audio or voice recorders, making it easy to record audio. 

If you want to enhance your recording and achieve the best audio resolution, we recommend using a specialized mobile recorder app and a quality microphone.

What are the best online voice recorders?

We’ve got a full guide on the best online voice recorders. But if you’re looking for high-quality audio recordings without worrying about your internet speed ruining resolution, Riverside is worth trying.

Where is my recorder on my phone?

If you’re looking for your phone’s built-in free audio recorder, you should be able to find this by scrolling through your apps. Generally, this app will be titled ‘Recorder’, ‘Voice recorder’ or something similar. If you can’t find one on your phone, you can always download one from the Apple Store or Google Play store.

For crystal clear recordings, we suggest you try Riverside’s mobile audio recorder available on both Android and iPhone devices. You can host a recording session with up to 9 guests or join another person's recording seamlessly.

What is the difference between an audio recorder and a voice recorder?

Although often used interchangeably, an audio recorder and voice recorder differ:

  • An audio recorder captures a variety of sounds, be it voice, music, effects, conversations, and more. Audio recording software like Riverside full suite tends to be more complex and include features beyond recording. 
  • A voice recorder specifically records spoken-word. For e.g., meetings, interviews, or voice memos. They don’t always have as many features and tend to be simpler, like our voice recording tool above

It’s also important to mention that you get hardware digital recorders that are recording devices with mics. (They almost look like walkie-talkies). But this differs from recording software that captures audio on your computer.

Your full recording suite

Everything you need for high-quality audio and video tracks.

Other Riverside tools

Audio Editor

Edit audio online with the power of AI. Create high quality audio files easily.

Recorder

Record HD video and audio. Perfect for solo and remote recordings.

Podcast Recorder

Record podcasts in studio quality from anywhere.

Audio & video transcription

Free AI transcriptions with 99% accuracy in over 100 languages.

WAV to MP3 Converter

Convert WAV to MP3 files automatically in the highest quality.

Microphone Test

Test your microphone online for free.