Online Microphone Test
Choose your microphone, check the live input, record a sample and listen back. Your audio stays in this browser.
How to use this audio tool
- Choose the microphone you want to check, then press Start. Your browser asks for access.
- Speak normally. Watch the live level; record a sample or compare relative levels.
- Use the result guidance below. Downloads stay on your device.
- 1
Prepare
Choose a quiet place. Allow microphone access when you start.
- 2
Test
Start the microphone and watch the input level.
- 3
Compare
Review your levels or play back a recording.
Microphone test
Your recording stays in this browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Speak normally after starting.
Available inputs appear after you allow microphone access.
These readings describe digital input; they are not calibrated room decibels.
Audio is processed locally. Starting requests microphone permission. Stopping releases microphone tracks.
Download recording
Listen, look, and compare at the same settings.
Your test summary is ready
Save the text file to keep your settings and listening notes. It does not contain microphone audio.
Download summary (.txt)Read your summary
What the microphone test checks
Can people hear you, but you cannot hear them? That may be an output problem. Try the speaker test. For a phone speaker muffled after a splash, see the phone speaker cleaner. It plays through the speaker; it does not clean a microphone.
MIC INPUT
Check that your microphone is connected
Confirm that the browser can see the microphone you want to test.
VOICE LEVEL
Check how loud your microphone is
Watch the input while you speak to see whether the mic is too quiet or clipping.
LISTEN FOR
Record and hear your voice
Hear buzzing, echo, distortion, or heavy background noise in a short recording.
When to test your microphone
Run a microphone test when people cannot hear you clearly, your mic seems too quiet, a new headset is not working, or you changed browser or system input settings.
Tips for a clear result
- Use a normal speaking voice.
- Select the correct input device.
- Test in a quiet room first.
- Keep a normal distance from the mic.
- Check mute switches and permissions.
What your microphone test result means
Microphone not picking up sound?
Check browser permission, selected input, mute controls, and system microphone settings first.
Why does my microphone sound rough?
Lower input gain or move slightly farther away. Persistent distortion may point to the microphone or connection.
Microphones you can test
Phone and tablet microphones
Test built-in or connected mobile microphones.
Headset and earbud microphones
Check wired or Bluetooth headset microphones.
Laptop, desktop and USB microphones
Test built-in, USB, or external microphones.
Microphone test questions
Why does this test need microphone access?
The test needs access to live mic input so it can show levels and record a short sample in the browser.
Can I test a Bluetooth microphone?
Yes. Connect it first and choose it as the active input.
Why is my microphone too quiet?
Low gain, distance, the wrong mic, blocked openings, or a weak connection can all reduce level.
Can this test fix a broken microphone?
No. It helps identify input or clarity problems but cannot repair hardware.