Introduction
Your on-device audio recording and transcription app for macOS.
Welcome to the official documentation for Silkwave Voice!
Silkwave Voice is a lightweight, privacy-focused application designed specifically for audio recording and transcription. It leverages the power of Apple Intelligence to provide professional-grade transcription entirely on your device.
Core Capabilities
Versatile Audio Recording
Capture audio from any source to suit your needs:
- Microphone: Record external sound (voice notes, in-person meetings).
- System Audio: Record internal sound directly from apps (browser tabs, video streams).
- Hybrid Mode: Capture both microphone and system audio simultaneously-perfect for recording interviews or Zoom calls.
On-Device Transcription
Convert speech to text near-realtime using Apple Intelligence (macOS 26+). Because the process is completely offline, it is free, fast, and secure.
Privacy First
Silkwave Voice is built with privacy as a priority.
- On-Device Processing: All transcription happens locally. Your audio and transcriptions never leave your device.
- No Cloud Required: No internet connection needed for transcription. No data sent to external servers.
Requirements
- macOS 26+ with Apple Intelligence support
- Microphone Permission: Required to capture external audio, such as your voice or in-person meetings.
- System Audio Permission: Required to capture internal audio directly from applications, browsers, and video calls.