Its built-in microphone might not capture ultra high fidelity sound, and the audio recording apps that come preloaded on the computer aren't complex, but at least it's simple to record sound on a Mac.īut remember: to make recordings, you'll need a microphone. From dictating a note you want to share with a colleague about a project, to rattling off a grocery list, to recording a discussion that takes place in the conference room, your Mac can be used as a handy audio recording device.