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Record high-quality audio with Riverside’s remote audio recording software. Easy, reliable recording from anywhere.

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What to consider when choosing an audio recorder

What makes an audio recorder the right one for you? Most importantly, find high-resolution audio recording software. For crystal clear audio, we recommend uncompressed WAV files over MP3s and a minimum of 41 kHz, but it's best if you can record in 48 kHz. It’s also worth finding software with local recording to ensure that everything is recorded straight on your device. This stops unreliable internet connection from ruining your recordings’ sound quality and resolution. Besides
recording-related features, editing tools are something to look out for.

All-in-one software means you don't need to switch between apps, giving you a seamless experience. If you’re a beginner you’ll want automatic editing tools. This saves you a lot of time and effort! If you’re more advanced and want more control you might be better off using specialized editing software. In this case, use audio recording software that allows you to export separate audio tracks. Other extras to consider include automatic transcription, the ability to record with remote guests, and mobile phone recording.

Why choose Riverside as your online audio recorder

Uninterrupted high-quality recordings

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

WAV and MP3 audio format exports

Choose what’s best for you! We record in uncompressed WAV files for better audio quality. But, you can download MP3 audio backup files to save storage space.

Separate tracks for each participant

Invite up to 7 guests to join your online audio recording and get individual tracks for each! Download separate audio (and video) tracks for each participant to maximize your editing control in post-production.

AI audio transcriptions

Receive highly accurate audio transcripts of all your recordings. Our AI transcriptions automatically generate after sessions and are available in over 100 languages.

Mobile audio recorder app

Keep your recording studio right in your pocket! Record on any iOS or Android device with Riverside's mobile recording app. Invite guests, hit record, and you'll find all your files on your desktop straight after.

Editing made easy with AI

Save time and fine-tune your audio in just a few clicks. Remove long silences and background noise, or normalize audio levels with our automatic tools. Our text-based Editor also works with AI transcriptions, so you can trim your recordings as easily as deleting text.

Uninterrupted high-quality recordings

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

WAV and MP3 audio format exports

Choose what’s best for you! We record in uncompressed WAV files for better audio quality. But, you can download MP3 audio backup files to save storage space.

Separate tracks for each participant

Invite up to 7 guests to join your online audio recording and get individual tracks for each! Download separate audio (and video) tracks for each participant to maximize your editing control in post-production.

AI audio transcriptions

Receive highly accurate audio transcripts of all your recordings. Our AI transcriptions automatically generate after sessions and are available in over 100 languages.

Mobile audio recorder app

Keep your recording studio right in your pocket! Record on any iOS or Android device with Riverside's mobile recording app. Invite guests, hit record, and you'll find all your files on your desktop straight after.

Editing made easy with AI

Save time and fine-tune your audio in just a few clicks. Remove long silences and background noise, or normalize audio levels with our automatic tools. Our text-based Editor also works with AI transcriptions, so you can trim your recordings as easily as deleting text.

How to record audio with Riverside

Riverside Platform
Walkthrough

Open a Studio

Create or open a recording studio and adjust your recording settings to ‘Audio Only’.

Invite

Send invites to up to 7 guests to join you from their desktops or phones.

Record

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

Edit & Download

Touch up your audio & create clips or download separate tracks for further post-production.

“Riverside.fm allowed us to record speakers
locally in remote locations… We would always get
high-quality video & audio every time
we recorded, which was a huge help!”

“Riverside.fm allowed us to record speakers locally in remote locations… We would always get high-quality video & audio every time we recorded, which was a huge help!”
Mina Sabet
Director Production & Video Operation

“Riverside is the most dependable,
easy-to-use, high-quality remote recording
platform that I have ever encountered.”

“Riverside is the most dependable, easy-to-use, high-quality remote recording platform that I have ever encountered.”
Shawn Cole
Head of Audio Production

“We were looking for something to capture
recordings (especially last minute)...I tested out
Riverside and we decided  as a team that it was
the best.”

“We were looking for something to capture recordings (especially last minute)...I tested out Riverside and we decided as a team that it was the best.”
Colten Becker
Communications Services Engineer

“If I didn't have Riverside in our production
process, I would be worried about our ability
to produce content quickly.”

“If I didn't have Riverside in our production process, I would be worried about our ability to produce content quickly.”
Nolan McCoy
Head of Video and Creative Content

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I record just audio?

On some software like Riverside you can record both audio and video. If you want to only record audio follow these simple steps to change your studio settings to just an audio recording: studio

  1. Create a new studio or choose a pre-exisiting one. 
  2. Go to the studio’s settings. (Select the gear icon to do this).
  3.  Under the recording section, choose ‘Audio Only’. 
  4. Go to your studio, hit the record button to start your audio only recording. 

If you want to learn more about recording audio, check out how to record in high-quality for the best results.

Can I record audio on my phone?

You can easily record audio on both iPhone and Android phones. Both phones offer a built-in audio or voice recorder. If you want to enhance your recording and record in the best audio resolution we recommend using a specialized mobile recorder app and it’s also a good idea to consider investing in a quality microphone.

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 7 guests or join another person's recording seamlessly.

Which audio recorder is best?

The best audio recorder for you depends on your needs. Some of the best audio recorders include the Sony PCM-D10 and the Olympus WS-852. Head over to our blog to learn everything you need to know before choosing the best audio recorder for you. It’s worth also checking out the best recording software for the perfect recording setup.

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