Microphone Test

Test your microphone quality, input levels, and background noise

Select Microphone

If you don't see your microphone, check your browser permissions.

Live Monitor

Not Recording
Input Level 0%
Silent Good Loud Too Loud

Recording Test

Record a short clip to test playback quality.

Microphone Properties

Device Info

Name:
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Sample Rate:
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Channels:
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Audio Analysis

Peak Level:
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Average Level:
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Noise Floor:
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Microphone Testing Guide

What to Check

  • Input level should peak around 50-75%
  • Waveform should be clear, not fuzzy
  • Background noise should be minimal
  • Speech should sound clear and natural

Optimal Setup

  • • Position mic 6-12 inches from mouth
  • • Speak directly toward the mic
  • • Use pop filter for plosive sounds
  • • Minimize background noise
  • • Avoid touching or bumping mic

Common Issues

No input detected: Check browser permissions, ensure mic is connected and selected
Low volume: Increase system mic gain, move closer to microphone
Distortion: Reduce mic gain, move further from microphone
Background noise: Use directional mic, enable noise cancellation, treat room acoustics

Types of Microphones

Built-in Laptop

Basic quality, picks up keyboard noise

Headset Mic

Good for calls, close to mouth

USB Microphone

Better quality, easy setup

XLR + Interface

Professional quality, more complex

More Audio Tests

Stereo Channel Test

Test left/right audio channels

Frequency Response

Test 20Hz to 20kHz range

Bass Test

Test low frequency response

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