Recording phone interviews...

Anyone know if this is possible with the iPhone and it's new audio recording function (or some other app out there)?

I use iDicto. This apps lets you record your voice. But I also use it to record phone conversations. The only way to do it is to use another phone to make the call, then hold that phone up to the iPhone. The recordings are pretty good. Of course, you have to tell the other party that you are recording the conversation.
Hope this helps.

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How Can I record Phone Interviews in Garage Band for a podcast?

Hello...I have a Blue Snowball microphone, IMAC, and Garage Band 3.0.2.
I would like to record phone interviews in Garage band and be able to keep the incoming call at a high enough and clear enough level. So I am not to loud and they are not to low.
This wil be or a podcast.
Please help, any ideas?
-Chris

There's cheap telephone interfaces at Radio Shack (you might do a search in this forum, they have been mentioned before) which plug into the Mac's line-in. Since the Snowball is USB, you can go to the Audio-Midi Utility and create an "Aggregate Device" that consists of your line-in and your Snowball - that way you can record the two sources to two separate tracks and adjust their levels independently.

Recording a phone interview

I have to record an interview with a WWII veteran by phone and don't know the best way to feed audio into FCP. Has anyone had experience with getting a signal from a phone (a normal land-line) into a computer?

Here's a versatile little box. You'll find all sorts of great uses for it, once you realize it's potential.
Gentner Box
You actually hook up a nice mic and this box replaces the telephone handset (you do need a phone with a separate handset and base for dialing - $5 at Target).
I have done time sensitive shoots where we actually hooked up an output of the mixer to this box and sent it back down the phone line to a transcription service. At the end of the interview, the producer checked his email and already had a transcript.
Plus, it's perfect for recording phone interviews, too, which is what you're looking for. It can also be used with an earpiece to allow the producer to interview your subject over the phone while you shoot the interview on location.
Like I said, tons of great uses.

Phone interview recording? directly to computer harddrive or dv deck?

Hi,
I'm a documentarian, and i'm looking into various ways of gathering phone interviews with my iphone. I have the regular 8gig iphone, not the new one btw.
So, i'm thinking about how to make a proper set up for the phone interview process. I don't want to just put the phone on speaker and record it that way, because one party is going to outpower the other in volume and the speaker never sounds that good anyways...
so, that leaves a setup that runs a line directly to my laptop(or miniDV deck. either or) and into an audio program.
If i find a spliter that goes to the headphone jack that my headset can plug into on one side, and run the line to the audio in on my laptop with the other... should that work?
I'm concerned with being able to pick up both sides of the conversation, and having them be about the same level/quality...
has anyone given this issue a troubleshoot yet?
radioshack here i come...

anyone?

Recording podcast skype/phone interviews

Hello,
I have been doing a podcast for a few years now and, up to this point, all my interviews have been recorded in studio. I would like to venture out and do phone interviews with guests. I have searched on the internet and there seems to be a LOT of options.
It looks like going through Skype is the best way to go. Is that true? Also, I wanted to see what you would recommend as far as recording software goes. I would prefer it to be 1) easy to use 2) for the guest to have the option to be on skype, cell phone or a land line 3) compatible with a PC and Audacity
Thanks in advance for your help!

Skype can work: it can also be problematic; but I've never tried doing this, and though I have handled a lot of telephone and landline interviews it was using professional broadcast equipment (very expensive). So I can't give you much help on mixers and the like. The best place to ask, oddly enough, would be in the GarageBand forum. There are number of people there with experience of 'semi-professional' and domestic equipment.
I would, however, suggest avoiding cell phones; the results tend to be very poor. There are programs which will record off Skype, which would probably be your easiest option.

Record a phone interview on my iPhone?

Hello-
I've been trying to figure out a way to record phone calls I make on my iPhone. I have an old set up that worked really well with my Verizon phone but the connections don't work on my iphone. I've tried a number of adapters to get a 3.5mm plug to fit a 2.5mm plug but I've been have all sorts of issues trying to get my voice to record as well as the person I'm talking to.
Is there just a simpler solution I haven't heard of yet? Some software or an internet application?
Thanks very much!

Here's how I would do it...
1) Buy this: http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=7C3 E400&fnode=home/shopiphone/iphone_accessories/cablesdocks&nplm=TN550LL/A and this: http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=62E A09E8&fnode=home/shopiphone/iphone_accessories/cablesdocks&nplm=TN548LL/A
(or similar products, I have both of those personally and have found them to work very well)
2) Plug the splitter into the iPhone
3) Put the iPhone stereo headset into one side of the splitter, and the cable into the other
4) (With this step I am assuming you have a mac)Open Garageband and create a new project. Create a new track, and select real instrument. Change the input to "built in audio" and make sure the monitor and metrenome are off.
5) Listen to the call through your headset and talk into the phone as usual. This way your voice will be recorded and you will be able to hear the conversation though your headset without creating feedback in garageband.
I hope that helps you...

Best way to set up a phone interview?

Hi, I'm looking to set up a phone interview for my podcast. Does anyone have suggestions for how I might get the audio into Garageband?
I'm working with a Macmini and a headphone with a mic. But I don't know I can get clear sound from my phone to GB.
Thanks for the help.

"Thanks for your research. Does this phone jack system from Radio Shack interface directly with Garageband?"
I'm not sure what you mean by "interface directly"? The device from RS is a hardware device specifically made for recording both sides of a phone conversation. Garageband is software. You can't plug a hardware device into software. I think you meant is it 'compatible' and the answer to that is yes. It works just like a mic only it records both sides of the conversation without hiss or interference. I recommend using the device with a cassette or micro-cassette recorder so that if anything happens you'll have a copy of the conversation. If you record directly into GB and the file gets corrupted then you'd have to have the conversation all over again. It would also be easier to do any editing with a tape vs. going directly to computer.

I recorded an interview on my iPad using the iTalk app. How can I transfer that audio to my MacBook Pro? The file is too big to email.

I recorded an interview on my iPad using the iTalk app. How can I transfer that audio to my MacBook Pro? The file is too big to email.

Use DropBox. https://www.dropbox.com/help/84/en
 Cheers, Tom

Recent Grad - needs help on what to expect for phone interview

Hi, I am a recent computer science graduate of DePaul university. I have been looking for an entry level full time position for the past three months and I finally got a nible. The problem is I have never had a phone interview and I really don't know what to expect. I really need this job so I want to prepare myself as much as possible. The position in and entry level programmer/analyst. Below is the job description, can someone please tell me wher I can find some quick reference for COBOL and C++. I took a class in both and did pretty well but that was school and this is real life. Again, I really want this position and I am a really quick study. Can someone please tell me what kinds of questions I should prepare to answer. I know the is a java forum but I was hoping one of you professional programmers can point me in the right direction. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Role: Programmer Analyst (COOL Developer)
The Programmer Analyst is responsible for developing and managing the
application code and user interface (UI) components for a basic system
on the products and services team. (These systems can include the base TBA
System, desktop applications, IVR systems, or Internet/intranet applications.)
The Programmer Analyst works closely with other programmer analysts,
quality assurance analysts, and systems analysts, with tasks in the following
categories:
Planning and design. The Programmer Analyst takes the specifications
from the Systems Analyst and then determines the detailed tasks required to
create the code and UI.
Developing the application code and UI components. The Programmer
Analyst builds the code and UI components according to the functional
specifications and detailed design.
Other specific responsibilities in development include:
Working with the Systems Analyst to clarify and improve the design as
required. He or she may also prepare user documentation and will unit
test each piece of code to verify the basic functionality before passing it along
for more comprehensive testing. Throughout the project, the programmer analyst
consistently uses code management tools to avoid versioning problems.
Role Requirements
Problem solving and decision making
Learning agility
Client responsiveness
Project execution
Project analysis and planning
Technical Skills
Structured programming, design, and language(s) such as COBOL or C
Operating systems
Relational databases and data models (ex. DB2, Oracle or Access)
Source code management
Editing, compiling, and debugging tools
Creating user and technical documentation
Years of Relevant Experience Required: 0-4 years
Travel Required: None
COOL stands for COBOL Object-Oriented Language. It utilizes some of the
skills involved in both COBOL and C++ programming.
Again ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.
A

Actually, no. Just need time to get to your post. If you have not had your interview already try this.
One, bone up on your basic program structures.
Know basic keywords, etc.
Have your books in front of you and open to some topics that seem like test questions.
Review the content of the books that are pertinent. Prepare for the interview like you would a test.
ABOVE ALL - RELAX, sound confident that if you do not know the answer now you can look it up. This is an entry level position - They do not expect you to know everything - just have a basic understanding and be able to go from there.
Do not be afraid to say "I don't know but I know where to look in xxxx book".
Sorry, been busy today just got to forums.
If you posted without allowing a few hours for a reply then ....

Record Phone Conversations?

Are there any recording apps that can record phone conversations on the iphone?

This is the only one I found in the appstore that sounds like it might record outgoing calls, at extra cost.
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=284428991&mt=8

I have an original iPhone running version 2.2.1. I wish to get rid of the phone, but before discarding it I want to remove the email records, phone book information, and photos. I would like to leave the other apps in place. Any suggestions?

I have an original iPhone running version 2.2.1. I wish to get rid of the phone, but before discarding it I want to remove the email records, phone book information, and photos. I would like to leave the other apps in place. Any suggestions?

Delete you mail account on the phone and disable to sync your mail account in the info pane in iTunes with your phone connected, same for contacts. Also deselect photo syncing in the photo pane. After the following sync, your mail, contact and photos should be gone.
Photos inside the camera roll have to be deleted on the phone.
Remember, that apps only can be used with the account they were bought with. If the phone will be set up with a different iTunes account, all of your apps will be removed.
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HT4972 How can I record phone calls with my iphone?

How can I recorrd phone calls with my iPhone? Here in Bogota, Colombia, the IPhone support, has been trying to download programs, which should make possible to record phone calls, but they do not work. They and myself, we have lost many hours trying. Please help.

carl wolf wrote:
You cannot do so, because that would be illegal.
It's not illegal everywhere.

Help - Recording audio interviews for use as podcasts

Hi there -
I'm looking for guidance on getting started with recording audio interviews and then putting on the net as a podcast. Key questions are:
- What is the best equipment to use when starting, in terms of microphones etc.?
etc.(The interviews will be mostly in person, but some may be over skype)
- What software should I use to create podcast? (i have garageband & final vinyl on my macbook)
- What are the 'watch-outs'/most common mistakes I should watch for?
Any help much appreciated.

These two pages offer some suggestions:
http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/FAQPages/Interfaces.html
http://www.bulletsandbones.com/GB/Microphones.html
The author of these pages posts in the GarageBand Forum as do others who use it, and it's a good place to ask questions about this.
As to creating a podcast, once you have made the MP3 audio files (in GarageBand or an audio editor such as Audacity) my recommendation would be Podcast Maker which will write the feed for you and upload it and the files to a server; it writes a good feed and isn't given to causing problems. iWeb can also make a podcast, together with an associated web page, though you may have less control over how it's done.

RECORDING PHONE CONVERSATION

Hello,
for the purpose of my course in linguistics I have to record convesations for conversation analysis.
At this moment I have found the counter parts agreeing to cooperate, and accepting to be recorded.
I have SKYPE which I find useful and I have Imovie.
BUT Imovie does not render a good sound for the other party. My voice is clear but no the interlocuteur's one.
Also Imovie sometimes records, sometimes does not and I only know that after listening which is very annoying, because some parts of conversations will not be able to be reproduced as I have to record live to get a natural speech.
Well MY 2 QUESTIONS ARE:
1) How can I make imovie more reliable and also how can I make the recording of both speakers equal on the recorded item?
2) if the above cannot be solved, does a software exist to record phone conversation on Mac?
Thank you in advance to those who can answer me.
Kind regards,
Kat

Probably the best forum for this question would be one for your Mac model as it is not about a specific Apple software program. Since your profile doesn't give that information, I can't provide you a link to the appropriate forum. However, I can give you a link to a program that can record phone conversations on your Mac. Take a look at Phone Valet by Parliant.
Peggy

Recording phone conversation with imovie

Hello,
for the purpose of my course in linguistics I have to record convesations for conversation analysis.
At this moment I have found the counter parts agreeing to cooperate, and accepting to be recorded.
I have SKYPE which I find useful and I have Imovie.
BUT Imovie does not render a good sound for the other party. My voice is clear but no the interlocuteur's one.
Also Imovie sometimes records, sometimes does not and I only know that after listening which is very annoying, because some parts of conversations will not be able to be reproduced as I have to record live to get a natural speech.
Well MY 2 QUESTIONS ARE:
1) How can I make imovie more reliable and also how can I make the recording of both speakers equal on the recorded item?
2) if the above cannot be solved, does a software exist to record phone conversation on Mac?
Thank you in advance to those who can answer me.
Kind regards,
Kat

No, you don't really want an iMic if you're using a Skype phone.
An iMic is for using a separate microphone to go INTO the Mac. But you don't need that: you're already using the microphone in your Skype phone.
Maybe you're using the Skype so that you get cheap phone calls, but if you used an ordinary loudspeaker phone connected to an ordinary phone line, then you wouldn't need to record on the Mac; you could simply use an ordinary microphone connected to an ordinary Mini-Disc recorder or cassette recorder.
I can't really give you any more detailed information, as I can't hear exactly what you're getting via your Skype phone, and I don't know what settings you've used on your Mac, or in the Audiocorder software.
All I can tell you is that Audiocorder - or possibly even GarageBand! - should work with your Skype phone ..if you get the volume settings right. If you don't need to use your Mac for the phone calls - via Skype - why not just forget about using the Mac to record things, and use a device which is meant for making simple recordings ..that's to say a cassette recorder, or Mini-Disc recorder, plus a microphone, plus a telephone with a loudspeaker in it, so that you can easily record both sides of the conversation?

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