17: Recording Skype calls for podcast audio

Seriously, think about it.

Most people listening to this podcast didn't grow up with the ability to video conference with a person across the globe.

Now, we do it almost daily.

For podcasters, Skype has become a great asset, enabling us to connect with experts around the world for interviews and conversations, all with the click of a couple of buttons.

Maybe you're new to podcasting and don't know how to record a call using Skype.

Maybe you're an old-timer who is considering a switch to a better option.

In this episode I'm going to walk through some of the 3rd party applications that enable you to record Skype - both audio and video - and provide links to all of those resources so you can check them out and make up your own mind.

First, understand that when I say "third party" applications, I mean software programs that are not developed or distributed by the folks at Skype. These software packages come from other folks who have found a way to connect to Skype and record what is going on through it.

Here's my list:

Amolto Call Recorder for Skype - http://amolto.com/ - Windows only

I've never used this program but it appears to be pretty good. With Amolto you can:

• Record Skype calls automatically
• Make your recordings any length of time (no limit)
• Record in lossless or compressed formats
• And record in split-tracks

That's all in the free version. The paid version includes video recording and a bunch of other stuff for $29.99 per user. Find out more at http://amolto.com

Callnote Premium Call Recorder - https://callnote.net/ - Windows and OS

This program is for Windows and MAC and records video as well as audio. Here's the features:

• Records Skype, Google Hangouts, Viber, and Facebook Audio and Video calls
• Can save your recordings to Evernote or Dropbox
• Can share the call records on Facebook, Youtube, or Email
• Can record a shared screen or chat from Skype calls
• You can manage your recordings on your computer
• Limited to 30 audio/video recordings per month on the free version
• Paid version is $9.95/year after a 14-day free trial

Ecamm Call Recorder for Skype - http://www.ecamm.com/mac - OS only

There are two versions to this one - demo and full. The demo version is free, but puts a "DEMO" watermark across your screen. The full version is $29.99 U.S.

• Demo version works for 7 days.
• Both versions record directly to your MAC
• HD video recording quality
• Split screen mode for conversations
• MP3 conversion capabilities
• Tracks can be split after the call

Evaer - http://www.Evaer.com - Windows only

• Free/trial version only allows 5 minute recording of video calls.
• Lifetime license is $19.95 and removes all restrictions.
• HD quality
• Records calls, screen sharing, and up to 10 way group Skype calls
• Many versions can be saved (audio only, video, etc.)
• Can adjust frame rates, etc.
• Save to MP4 or AVI
• Can record in split audio channels

G-Recorder - http://g-recorder.com -...