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Microphone

The micro has a built-in microphone that detects sounds. An LED on the front lights up to show when the microphone is active. The microphone is connected to the micro through a circuit that helps it capture sound signals.

Sample Code

Result: Make a loud noise near the micro:bit, and it should display a large heart icon. Keep things quiet, and it should display a small heart icon. Try clapping and then staying silent to see the shapes change on the screen.

Specifications

Item details
Type Knowles SPU0410LR5H-QB-7 MEMS
Sensitivity -38dB ±3dB @ 94dB SPL
SNR 63dB
AOP 118db SPL
Frequency range 100Hz ~ 80kHz
Polar pattern Omnidirectional
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