Gaming Headset Test & Gamepad & Controller Checker

Simply click the "Start Mic Test" button on this page, allow microphone access when prompted by your browser, and speak into your gaming headset. The live frequency spectrum, volume meter, and channel meters will show you instantly whether your mic is working. No download or registration is needed — it's completely free and works directly in your browser.

Yes. Select the "Discord" platform option in the tool. This sets the test to use Discord-compatible audio settings (echo cancellation, noise suppression, 48kHz sample rate). If your headset mic passes this test, it will work correctly in Discord voice channels and direct calls. You can also use the Record feature to hear exactly how you sound to other Discord users.

Yes — our free online gamepad tester supports Xbox (Series X/S, One, 360) and PlayStation (DualSense, DualShock 4) controllers. Connect your controller via USB cable or Bluetooth, then press any button to activate it. The tool will display all button states, trigger values, and analog stick positions in real-time using the browser's Gamepad API. No software or driver installation required.

Your audio is processed 100% locally in your browser using the Web Audio API. No audio data, recordings, or personal information is ever sent to any server. The tool requires microphone permission only to access the local audio stream — once you close the tab or click Stop, all access is revoked. It is completely safe, private, and secure.

First, make sure your headset is fully plugged in and selected as the default recording device in your operating system sound settings. Then refresh the device list using the ↻ button. If you're using a USB or wireless dongle headset, ensure the dongle is plugged in before opening the browser. Also check that you have granted microphone permission to this site in your browser settings. Some headsets require specific drivers to be installed first.

Use the Tone Generator section to play test frequencies through your headset speakers — from deep 60Hz sub-bass to 8kHz high-frequency tones. If you can hear all frequencies clearly and at equal volume in both ears, your speakers are working correctly. For 7.1 virtual surround, click the "Test Surround" button which plays a spatial audio sequence to verify multi-channel positioning is active.

Enable the "Gain Boost ×2" option in the Test Options section — this amplifies weak microphone signals. Also enable "Auto Gain Control" to automatically normalize your input level. If the problem persists, increase the microphone volume in your OS sound settings (Windows: Sound → Recording → Properties → Levels) or check if your headset has a physical mic volume dial. Some gaming headsets also have a mic mute button that may be activated.

Yes. Wireless gaming headsets that use a USB dongle (like Astro A50, SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless, Corsair HS80) are fully supported. The USB dongle creates a virtual audio device that browsers can access. Plug in the dongle, power on the headset, and it will appear in the device list. Standard Bluetooth headsets are also supported but may show slightly higher latency readings.

The noise floor is the baseline level of background noise your microphone picks up when you're not speaking. A low noise floor (under 5%) means a clean, quiet mic — important for competitive gaming where background sounds like fans, keyboards, or room noise can be distracting to teammates. A high noise floor indicates your environment or mic has too much ambient noise; try enabling Noise Suppression in the Test Options to reduce it.

Absolutely — this is one of the most common use cases. Before any tournament match, stream, or content recording session, run a quick mic test to confirm your headset is working, your levels are set correctly, and there's no background noise or distortion. Use the Record & Playback feature to hear exactly how your voice will sound to viewers or teammates. It takes under a minute and can prevent technical issues mid-match or mid-stream.