gwavr1

Synopsys

gwavr [ -f filename ] [ -r samplerate ] [ -d sampledepth ]
[ -c numchans ] [-s l | m | c ]

Overview

gwavr will record a PCM encoded wav file from /dev/dsp then compress the data with the GSM algorythm leaving the file as small as 1/10th its usual size. The sample format, length and source of the recording can all be supplied at the command line. If a mixer program is running, it can be used to set the recording source and volume levels of that source. Without arguments, gwavr will output its useage.

Options

-f filename

Uses filename as the name of the recorded wave file. The default is untitled.wav which will be used if -f is not given.

-r samplerate

Asks for samplerate to be used as the number of samplesss per second to be recorded. Common values are 44100 , 22050 , 11025 , 8000

-d sampledepth

Uses sampledepth as the number of bits to use for each sample. Valid values are 16 , and 8 .

-c numchans

Uses numchans channels in recording. Valid values are 2 for a stereo recording, and 1 for a mono recording.

-l length

Records for length seconds then stops. This is not a required option. You may simply ^C the program and it will exit gracefully.

-s m|l|c

Sets the mixer to the appropriate recording source. l = line, m = mic, and c = cd-rom. If a mixer is already running, it can be used to specify recording source and volume levels.