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Users searching for a solution to record audio from any application or audio input on their Mac
About Piezo
Piezo makes it a snap to record audio on your Mac. In seconds, you'll be recording audio from any application or from audio inputs like microphones. Piezo requires almost no configuration, and it's a blast to use. Simple and inexpensive, that's a winning combination. Select an application or audio device in Piezo, then just hit Record to save the audio! Piezo records from Skype and other VoIP apps with ease. It even saves the audio to distinct channels for easy editing. Open the settings popover to choose your recording quality, name your clip, and add comments. Piezo captures audio from just about any application playing on your Mac. With one click, recording audio on your Mac has never been simpler. Piezo's simple recording presets mean less worrying about your settings. Simple and striking, Piezo's charming interface makes recording fun. Save audio from the web, just by setting a browser such as Safari or Chrome as your source.
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