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Microphone Tester

Check your microphone with a live waveform meter. Switch input devices, monitor levels, and catch clipping or low gain instantly in the browser.

Plug in new hardware, then rescan to make it appear in the list.
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Optional. Raise this if you want to hear your mic while testing (may cause feedback).
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Live level meter
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Recent mic activity

About Microphone Tester

Microphone Tester uses the Web Audio API to visualize your voice or instrument in real time. Quickly spot low gain, background hum, or clipping. Swap inputs without leaving the page and listen back through your speakers if needed.

  1. Choose the microphone you want to evaluate and press Start testing.
  2. Speak at your normal volume; watch the meter for healthy green/yellow levels.
  3. Enable monitor volume to hear the mic live (use headphones to avoid feedback).
  4. Review the activity log to confirm peaks and ensure the signal stays consistent.
See also
DIAGNOSTICS
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