Mic test
See in one click whether your microphone works, how strong your voice comes through and whether it clips. Record a short clip and listen to yourself.
Free · no sign-up · your file is processed in your browser and never sent to a server
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- Dominant frequency
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- Sample rate
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Frequency view
A 5-second clip is recorded and played back right away. Hear yourself the way others hear you.
How to use
- Start the testClick "Test microphone" and confirm the browser's permission prompt.
- SpeakTalk at a normal volume: the level meter should move and the result line should tell you how your voice sounds.
- Record and listenTake a 5-second test recording and play it back; pick another microphone if needed.
How do I read the results?
| Level (dBFS) | Meaning |
|---|---|
| −60 or lower | Almost silence: the mic may be off, muted, or the wrong device may be selected |
| −45 to −20 | A good range for speech |
| −6 to 0 | Too loud; peaks start to clip (distort) |
The frequency view shows where your voice's energy is concentrated. In speech, most energy sits between 100 Hz and 4 kHz; if you only see a constant peak at the far left, there may be hum in the room (a fan, electrical noise).
If your microphone isn't working
- Allow microphone access for this site via the lock or microphone icon in the address bar, then reload the page.
- On Windows, allow your browser under Settings › Privacy › Microphone; on macOS, under System Settings › Privacy & Security › Microphone.
- Close any video call or recording app; only one app can use the microphone at a time.
- If you use a headset mic, unplug it and plug it back in, then pick the right device from the list.
- Check any hardware mute switch.
Common questions
Is my voice recorded or sent anywhere?
No. Measurements happen in your browser; the test recording is only played on this page and isn't sent anywhere.
The level meter doesn't move at all.
Check that the right microphone is selected and the hardware mute is off. The input level in your system sound settings may be set to zero.
What does the "Raw audio" option do?
It turns off the browser's echo cancellation, noise suppression and automatic gain control. Use it to hear your mic's true sound, or when recording music or a voice cloning sample.
Why does my voice break up in meetings?
If the level is too low, others struggle to hear you; if you see the clipping warning, your audio is distorting. Adjust the mic distance and compare raw audio with noise suppression.
Can I test on my phone too?
Yes. Current mobile browsers support microphone access; just confirm the permission prompt.
Related tools
- Online voice recorderRecord audio in your browser and download as WAV, MP3 or WebM.
- Online dictation: type with your voiceType with your voice: live dictation in the browser, with punctuation commands.
- Remove background noiseReduce fan noise, hum and hiss in a recording, in your browser.
- Audio to text converterTurn a recording into a timestamped transcript with speakers.
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