Mic test online — check your microphone

What is a microphone test?

A microphone test (or mic test) checks if your microphone is properly set up and working. This online mic tester accesses your microphone directly through the browser, shows a real-time waveform when it detects sound, and displays mic information like sample rate and channel count. Unlike built-in OS tools, a browser-based microphone test isolates the mic connection from software issues—if your mic works here but not in Zoom or Discord, the problem is likely in that app, not your hardware.

Online mic test features

A fast and reliable browser-based microphone checker for testing your mic before calls, recordings, or streams.

1. Live waveform visualization: See your mic input as a real-time waveform—watch it respond when you speak, tap, or make a sound into the microphone.
2. Volume level meter: Monitor your microphone input level with a color-coded volume bar that shows green (low), yellow (medium), and red (high) ranges.
3. Sound detection indicator: A live status indicator shows when your microphone detects sound—green pulsing dot for active, dim for waiting.
4. Microphone information: View your mic name, sample rate, and channel count extracted from your device for a complete microphone diagnostic.
5. Peak level tracking: Track the highest volume level during your mic test session, with an option to reset the peak meter between tests.
6. Elapsed test timer: A running timer shows how long your microphone test has been active so you can gauge consistent performance.

How to test your microphone online

Three simple steps to check if your microphone is working with this free online mic test.

1. Click Start mic test: Press the button and click "Allow" when your browser asks for microphone access permission.
2. Speak into your microphone: Talk, hum, or make a noise. Watch the waveform move and the volume meter respond to your voice.
3. Check the results: If the waveform moves when you speak, your mic is working. Review mic info to confirm the correct device is selected.

Troubleshooting tips for microphone testing

Common fixes if your microphone is not detected or not working during the test.

1. Check browser permissions: If the mic test shows no response, check your browser settings and make sure microphone access is allowed for this site.
2. Close other apps using the mic: Zoom, Skype, Teams, Discord, or recording software may hold exclusive access to your microphone. Close them before testing.
3. Check physical connections: For external microphones, verify the mic is plugged into the correct port (usually pink) or USB slot. For built-in mics, check that they are not muted in system settings.
4. Reload and try again: If the mic test does not show a waveform after allowing access, reload the page and try the microphone test again.
5. Test on another device: If your mic still does not work, test it on a different computer or phone to determine if the issue is with the microphone or your current device.
6. Check OS microphone settings: On Windows, check Privacy & Security > Microphone. On macOS, check System Settings > Sound > Input. Make sure the correct mic is selected and volume is turned up.

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