How do i record a piano recital, audio event on a macbook?

how do i record a piano recital audio only on my macbook?

ggeidel wrote:
sounds like i need a good external microphone. understood.
is garageband the way to go?
have not used it ... yet ... no time like today
You need an external microphone interface, 'good' microphones require more than a 1/8th socket can provide. Look for USB microphone preamplifiers on Google.
This is the Blue Icicle, it can be bought for about $40, it is my favorite cheap preamp. XLR balanced input (all good mics use this connection method) and USB out, get 2 if you are planning on stereo, or go to the Blue website for more info.

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