Detect Sound and Vibration for Smarter Projects
The Sound Sensor LM386 is a sound sensor with analog and digital output designed for sound detection, vibration alerts, and machine monitoring. It is a practical fit for makers, students, and engineers who want reliable sensor data in embedded builds.
Key details include Voltage: 4 to 12V.
Why you’ll love it
- Adjustable Threshold: Adjustable Threshold
- Power range: 4 to 12V
- Current draw: 4 mA
- Useful spec: 0.2% (AV = 20, VS = 6 V, RL = 8 Ω, PO = 125 mW, f = 1 kHz)
- Maker-friendly build: Easy to use in prototypes, classroom projects, and custom electronics
- Common controller support: Works well with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and similar boards
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What you can build
This sensor is a good fit for clap switches, knock locks, vibration alarms, sound level demos, and machine monitoring.
Starter bundles
Pair it with an Arduino-compatible board, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi, plus a breadboard and jumper wires for quick setup and testing.
Recommended add-ons
Useful add-ons include breadboards, jumper wires, displays, enclosures, and logging modules, depending on how you plan to power, mount, and log the sensor.
Technical specifications
| Product | Sound Sensor LM386 |
|---|---|
| Musical Instruments | Integrate the sound sensor into a homemade musical instrument that responds to sound in real-time. This can lead to innovative musical expressions and interactive performances. |
| Analog Output | The Circuitrocks sound sensor provides an analog output, allowing you to monitor varying sound levels. This feature is crucial for projects that require precise sound measurement. |
| Voltage | 4 to 12V |
| Low Quiescent Current Drain | 4 mA |
| Low Distortion | 0.2% (AV = 20, VS = 6 V, RL = 8 Ω, PO = 125 mW, f = 1 kHz) |
| Home Automation | Implement the sound sensor in a smart home project where it can trigger devices based on sound input, like activating a fan when noise levels exceed a certain threshold. |
| Category | acoustic sound vibration sensors |
Wiring & usage notes
Many modules in this style expose both analog and digital pins. Use the analog pin for raw readings and the digital pin for threshold-based switching, if available.
What’s in the box
1 × Sound Sensor LM386
Frequently Asked Questions
Sound Sensor LM386
Sound Sensor LM386
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Product Code
SKU:2459
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