B1
a piece of music or a speech which has been recorded onto a disc, tape, etc.
Dictionary examples:
I accidentally played a recording of my snoring at the dinner party. (0.0)
The recording of my stomach growling was mistaken for a bear's roar. (0.0)
I played a recording of applause after telling a bad joke. (0.0)
I bought a recording of Maria Callas singing Verdi. (20.7)