You can use Connect to record a high-quality call between multiple participants through your computer. Audio files recorded in Libsyn Connect are .WAV format and recorded in 44100khz sample rate — perfect for podcast post production.
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Note The current version of Connect is best-suited for Mac and Windows laptops or desktop computers using a Chrome, Firefox, or Safari browser. It is not fully supported on mobile devices. |
The first step in using Connect is to schedule a call, whether you want to record it right now or in the future.
To schedule a call in Connect:
- Click New in the upper-right of your Libsyn account and select Connect Call to display the Call Dashboard.
- Click New Call and select either Record Now or Schedule Recording to display the Set Call Options screen.
- Complete the following:
Call Title Enter a title for the call.
Invitee Email Type the email addresses of your guests. You can separate each email address by pressing Enter, pressing Tab, or typing a comma. Each participant will receive an email with a link to join the call. Host Name Your name automatically displays. Date/Time This field only displays if you selected Schedule Recording. Select the date and time for your call. Call Duration Select a call duration between 5 minutes and 5 hours. You can select in 5-minute increments. Call Notes Type your call notes. This is your agenda or plan for what you want to discuss. Share Call Notes with Guests Toggle this option on if you want to share your call notes with your guests. Create Individual Tracks Toggle this option on to enable individual track recording. Each participant will be recorded on their own track for easy editing. - Click one of the following:
Start This button displays if you selected Record Now. Click to display the Set Call Options page. See Set Call Options in Connect.
Schedule This button displays if you selected Schedule Recording. Click to schedule the call and display it on the call dashboard. See View Your Connect Dashboard.
After you click Start or Schedule, invitations are sent to the guests to connect to the call. The invitation informs the guest that they will need:
- Mac or Windows laptop or desktop computer
- Chrome, Firefox, or Safari browser
- Microphone
- Headphones (recommended) or speakers