basic plan doesn't allow for recorded meeting?

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Unlicensed Basic (free) users don’t have access to create  Cloud Recordings, but can create Local Recordings when accessing Zoom from Desktop devices. Local recording isn’t supported on phones and tablets. 

See this Zoom Support article for additional information on local recording:

https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362473 

If you’re asking about access to a Cloud Recording made by the meeting Host, you only have access if the Host provides access.  Being on a Basic account wouldn’t affect your ability to access it. Contact the Host for assistance.