Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Sensors |
| Origin | - |
| Chip Model | MAX9814 |
| Operating Voltage | 2.7V to 5.5V DC |
| Gain Control | Automatic Gain Control (AGC) |
| Gain Range | 40dB / 50dB / 60dB selectable |
| Attack Time | 10ms typical |
| Release Time | Ratio 1:4000 typical |
| Output Type | Analog Audio Signal |
| Microphone Type | Electret Condenser (included) |
| PCB Dimensions | 16mm x 13mm |
| Application | Voice Recognition, Recording, Sound Detection |
Anonymous
Mar 29, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good for learning electronics
Bought this for a university project. Documentation online is plentiful, and the module performed exactly as described in the datasheet.
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value, minor noise floor
For the price, this module is unbeatable. The automatic gain is smooth. There is a slight hiss when no sound is present, but it's acceptable for hobbyist applications.
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for Arduino voice projects
The AGC feature works flawlessly. Whether I whisper or speak loudly, the output volume remains consistent. Very easy to interface with my microcontroller.
Anonymous
Mar 21, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Compact and reliable
Used this in a small robot for voice command detection. The size is perfect, and the soldering pads are well-spaced. Highly recommended.
Anonymous
Mar 13, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Easy to configure gain
I appreciate that you can select between 40, 50, or 60dB gain by bridging different pads. Makes it versatile for different environments.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Excellent dynamic range handling
The attack and release times are well-tuned. It handles sudden loud noises without clipping too harshly. Great little sensor.
Q: Can I use this with a 3.3V microcontroller like ESP32?
A: Absolutely. The MAX9814 operates from 2.7V to 5.5V, making it fully compatible with 3.3V logic systems.
Q: Is the output digital or analog?
A: The output is an analog audio signal. You will need an ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) on your microcontroller to process the data digitally.
Q: Does this module come with a microphone attached?
A: Yes, the module includes a small electret condenser microphone soldered directly onto the board.
Q: What is the frequency response range?
A: The module is optimized for voice frequencies, typically covering roughly 100Hz to 10kHz, which is ideal for speech recognition and sound detection.
Q: How do I change the gain setting?
A: There are three pads on the PCB labeled GAIN. You need to solder a bridge between specific pads to select 40dB, 50dB, or 60dB. Please refer to the pinout diagram in the product manual.
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