Windows Vista changed the way that sound is played and recorded. This required the makers of sound equipment to write new drivers. Many of the first generation Vista sound drivers did not allow recording from the "Wave Out" (speaker) device. Makers of sound chips are now releasing new drivers that restore this capability. Please try these steps to activate the necessary device to re-enable recording from speakers: Right-click on the speaker icon in the tray Select "Recording Devices" from the menu A window opens. Switch to the "Recording" tab. Right click in an empty area and select "Show disabled devices". Different manufacturers use different terminology for the proper recording device. It may be called "Wave Out" or "What You Hear". Now that this device is enabled, you should be able to record from speakers. Note that you may have to download and install the latest driver from the maker of your sound card or sound chip before this works, and it currently does not work for all sound hardware.