Anonymous
Apr 14, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good quality, slight noise
Solid build quality. I noticed some background hiss when gain is maxed out, but overall great value for the price.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Electronic Components / Maker DIY / Computer Hardware, Monitors & Peripherals |
| Origin | - |
| Operating Voltage | 2.7V to 5.5V |
| Gain Range | 24dB to 46dB |
| Attack Time | 10ms |
| Release Time | 80ms |
| Output Signal Type | Analog Audio |
| Microphone Sensitivity | -42dB +/- 3dB |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 60dB |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Module Dimensions | 20mm x 15mm x 5mm |
| Compatible Platforms | Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi |
Anonymous
Apr 14, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good quality, slight noise
Solid build quality. I noticed some background hiss when gain is maxed out, but overall great value for the price.
Anonymous
Apr 13, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Easy to Integrate
Plug and play with standard headers. Documentation was clear enough to get started quickly on my prototype.
Anonymous
Mar 20, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Great for ESP32 Projects
Used this for a smart home voice trigger. Low power consumption and reliable output when paired with an ESP32.
Anonymous
Mar 20, 2026
Rating: 3/5
Sensitivity varies
Had to tweak the wiring to reduce interference. Works okay but requires careful shielding in noisy environments.
Anonymous
Feb 08, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for Voice Recognition
Works flawlessly with my Arduino Nano. The AGC feature really helps stabilize the input levels for my speech project.
Q: Is there a digital output for clap detection?
A: No, this is an analog amplifier module. You need to process the signal in code to detect claps.
Q: Can I adjust the gain manually?
A: The MAX9814 has automatic gain control. Fixed gain versions exist, but this one adjusts automatically.
Q: How do I connect this to an Arduino Uno?
A: Connect VCC to 5V, GND to GND, and OUT to an analog pin like A0. Ensure common ground.
Q: Does this output digital or analog signal?
A: This module outputs an analog audio signal compatible with ADC pins on microcontrollers.
Q: Can I power this with 3.3V?
A: Yes, the operating voltage range is 2.7V to 5.5V, so 3.3V is safe and supported.