Audio recording is the process of capturing sound waves and converting them into a digital or analog format that can be stored and played back later. This involves using a microphone to capture sound waves, which are then converted into an electrical signal.

Sound recording and reproduction is the electrical, mechanical, electronic, or digital inscription and re-creation of sound waves, such as spoken voice, singing, instrumental music, or sound effects. The two main classes of sound recording technology are analog recording and digital recording.

Sound recording means capturing sounds from the environment and preserving them on a storage medium. In the past, analog media like magnetic tape was used to store the electrical representation of the sound waves. Today, most recording is captured on a hard drive using digital equipment like a DAW or portable recorder.