Microphone Distance Calculator
Work out how sound level falls as a microphone moves away from a source.
Quick answer: enter your details below and click Calculate Level at Distance — your result appears instantly, right here in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded or stored.
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How to use
- Enter your values in the fields provided.
- Click Calculate Level at Distance.
- Read the result and adjust an input if you want a different outcome.
About this tool
Sound drops quickly with distance, roughly 6 dB every time the distance doubles. Enter a level measured at one metre and a new distance, and this tool gives the expected level there, as a guide for mic placement.
Frequently asked questions
What do I enter to get a result?
Fill in every field with your own numbers or choices, then run the tool. Empty number fields count as zero, so check them before you trust the output.
Can I reuse this result elsewhere?
Yes. The result is calculated in your browser from the values you entered, so you can copy the numbers into your own notes or plan.