INMP441 I2S Digital MEMS Microphone Module
= High-Precision Omnidirectional MEMS Mic for Arduino and ESP32 Projects =
The INMP441 is a highperformance, lowpower digital MEMS microphone with an omnidirectional pickup pattern and an I2S interface. It provides crystalclear audio capture with a 24bit data output, making it an excellent choice for near-field applications, voice recognition, wearables, and IoT projects .
High SNR & Low Noise 61 dBA signalto-noise ratio ensures clear audio capture even in challenging environments .
Digital I2S Interface - Directly connects to digital processors like ESP32, STM32, and DSPs without needing an audio codec .
Operating voltage: 1.8V to 3.3V .
Current consumption: 1.4mA (at 1.8V) to 2.2mA (at 3.3V) .
For highquality audio recording and processing (24bit, up to 48kHz), the INMP441 is significantly better than analogue microphone modules .
= Technical Specifications =
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Sensitivity | -26 dBFS ±3 dBFS at 1kHz, 94dB SPL |
| SNR | 61 dBA (A-weighted) |
| Frequency Response | 60 Hz to 15 kHz |
| THD | ≤3% at 105dB SPL |
| Acoustic Overload Point | 120 dB SPL at 10% THD |
| Package Size | 4.72 x 3.76 x 1.00 mm |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
= Pin Configuration =
| Pin | Function | Description |
|---|
| VDD | Power Supply | 1.8V to 3.3V |
| GND | Ground | Power ground |
| SCK | Serial Data Clock | I2S bit clock input |
| WS | Word Select | I2S frame clock (LRCLK) |
| SD | Serial Data | I2S data output |
| L/R | Left/Right Select | GND = Left channel, VDD = Right channel |
= Connection Guide (ESP32) =
| INMP441 Pin | ESP32 Pin | ESP32-S3 Pin |
|---|
| VDD | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| GND | GND | GND |
| WS | GPIO 15 | GPIO 40 |
| SCK | GPIO 14 | GPIO 41 |
| SD | GPIO 32 | GPIO 39 |
| L/R | GND (Left) or 3.3V (Right) | GND (Left) or 3.3V (Right) |
In ESP32 Arduino code, use the I2S driver in receive mode (I2SPHILIPSMODE) .
For dual-microphone setups, the WS and SCK lines can be shared, but each mic needs its own unique SD pin .
= Applications =
- Voice recognition and wake-word detection .
- High-quality audio recording for projects .
- Wearable and IoT devices .
- Sound direction finding (using dual mics) .
- Drones and mobile devices .
HighPerformance Mic Superior audio quality and low power, perfect for advanced audio projects.
Easy Integration - Direct digital I2S connection for modern microcontrollers .
√ Compatible with ESP32, ESP32S3, STM32, and other I2Scapable MCUs .
√ Excellent for nearfield and noisesensitive applications .