# Audio Recorder

> Record audio from the system microphone using ffmpeg. Supports custom duration, filename, and automatic dependency management.

- Skill: `zhubby/audio-recorder` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add zhubby/audio-recorder`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/zhubby/audio-recorder/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: zhubby (https://skillmd.com/u/zhubby)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/zhubby/audio-recorder

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# Audio Recorder

Record audio from the system microphone and save as high-quality MP3.

## Trigger

Use when the user asks to record audio, capture voice, or start microphone recording.

## Capabilities

| Feature | Description |
|---------|-------------|
| Microphone recording | Uses system default microphone via avfoundation |
| Custom duration | Default 30 seconds, configurable |
| Custom filename | Supports custom output filename |
| MP3 output | 192kbps high-quality MP3 |
| Auto-send | Sends recording to chat after completion |
| Permission check | Detects microphone permission automatically |
| Dependency check | Installs ffmpeg if missing |

## Usage

```
Record audio for 10 seconds
Record a 60-second clip, save as meeting_notes.mp3
```

## Dependencies

- ffmpeg (`brew install ffmpeg`)
- Microphone permission (System Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone)

## File Structure

```
audio-recorder/
├── SKILL.md           # Skill definition
└── record_audio.sh    # Recording script
```

## Notes

1. First use requires granting microphone permission
2. Keep environment quiet for best quality
3. Recommended max duration: 5 minutes (file size grows quickly)