

It may not be listed by its exact name, but it should include "USB" in the name-mine appears as "USB Audio CODEC." Select one or two channels, depending on whether you are converting a monaural or stereo record. First, make sure that your turntable is selected as the recording device. Open Audacity, click on "Save Project As." in the File menu and name your project, then set the preferences. Step 4: Record the Vinyl Record in Audacity I have also found that liquid screen cleaners work well when gently applied with a microfiber cloth. Specialized vinyl record cleaner brushes and kits are available, including the simple and inexpensive RCA Discwasher kit, which I use and recommend.

Although you can clean up the recording in Audacity, it's a good idea to clean your vinyl records as well as you can before you begin the recording and conversion process.
