How to fix sound recording in Windows?

Question

My Skype works correctly, people hear me well. But I cannot record sound from my microphone using standard Windows recording utility or Audacity. I have turned on the microphone in Sound Settings so I can hear myself from the speakers. But applications still record empty sound. How can I fix this?

I'm using Windows XP, with correct drivers installed.

Answer 1

Fixing Windows XP Sound Recorder

1. Go to Control Panel > Sound & Audio Devices > Look for Voice Recording.

2. Click Test Hardware - a wizard will help you setup.

3. Say hello and watch if you see the sound level go up and down. If it does then Sound recorder is working now.

Answer 2

If your objective is to record Skype calls, try this app its free to use to record your calls. I've used it for a few months it works well.

Answer 3

Go to

Control Panel -> Sound and Audio Devices -> Voice (tab) -> Voice Recording (group)

and select Realtek HD Audio Input (this can be different for different motherboards and sound cards)

You can try other options, however this option helped me. I also have Realtek HD Digital input, but I don't know what does it mean.