Simple HTTP MP3 songs can be downloaded with Replay Media Catcher, freeware Orbit Downloader. You can also find http:// ... .mp3 URL with freeware URL Snooper and download the song with any download manager or even with your browser. You can even get the MP3 song from the cache of your web-browser.

But if you like direct sound recording software you need to set up a program like Audacity. The only direct sound recorder that has a built-in Audio Setting Wizard is liteRecorder. This wizard automatically detects the sound card on your computer which is best for recording sound . You won't need to configure audio devices for Microphone recording or external audio device recording. You can download the demo version of liteRecorder to see what settings you need in other direct sound recorders.