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Here’s how to use the sound level meter, see your voice on the spectrogram, and try a blind test with five famous motors.

  • Start the sound level meter — Tap Sound Pit in the bottom bar (gauge icon). On the Soundmeter screen, tap the large centre button on the gauge so the app listens. The needle and dBA readout show how loud it is.
  • Record your voice on the spectrogram — Tap the microphone in the row under the 3D spectrogram and allow access if asked. Speak or sing: your voice drives the colourful 3D spectrogram above.
  • Blind test — five motors — Use the five team buttons (Ferrari, Mercedes, Red Bull, Audi, Honda) to play engine clips. Listen without peeking at labels if you like, then tap the brand you think matches the sound. Replay any clip as many times as you want before you decide.

F1 Sound Pit

This tool measures sound level (A-weighted) and tracks your exposure during an F1 weekend. It is for awareness only and is not a substitute for a calibrated sound level meter or medical advice.

Prolonged exposure above 85 dBA can harm hearing. At F1 events, levels often exceed 95 dBA near the track. Use earplugs or earmuffs when appropriate.

Consult a doctor if you have hearing concerns. By continuing, you accept this disclaimer.

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Blind Test 2026 Formula 1

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    Drag onto a car slot, or tap the slot after the logo. On a phone, drag with your finger and release on the slot.

    Car 1
    Car 2
    Car 3
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    MY MEASUREMENT SESSIONS

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      Sound Map of the Singapore Formula 1 Circuit

      Measurements can be shared with the community to produce participatory noise maps (inspired by NoiseCapture / OnoMap).

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      Hexagons show noise levels. With 0 measurements, enable "Community sound level" to see example data. Zoom in for finer hexagons. "Live simulation" shows two cars racing; enable "Community sound level" to see the color map from 500 simulated users recording—hot spots follow the cars. Record with location to see your own data here.

      Formula 1 Events

      Choose a Grand Prix to view the circuit and expected sound levels.

      Next Round 2 China 13 – 15 Mar
      Upcoming Round 3 Japan 27 – 29 Mar
      Upcoming Round 4 Bahrain 10 – 12 Apr

      Circuit Sound Map

      Click a grandstand on the map to see details.

      Circuit map with grandstand zones. Click a grandstand to see details.
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      Circuit sound levels

      Click a grandstand on the map to see noise levels and safe exposure for that area.

      Use the Meter during the weekend to track your exposure.

      Protect Your Hearing

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      Of an 8 h NIOSH-style limit (85 dBA criterion) while the meter runs.

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      Select a Grand Prix to view the circuit and select your position for sound levels.

      Next Round 2 China 13 – 15 Mar
      Upcoming Round 3 Japan 27 – 29 Mar
      Upcoming Round 4 Bahrain 10 – 12 Apr

      Select your position

      Tap a grandstand on the map to see sound level and ear protection for that location.

      Shanghai circuit with grandstand zones. Click a grandstand to set exposure level.
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        What is a Soundmeter?

        A soundmeter is a specialized device used to measure noise exposure over a period of time, typically an 8-hour working day.

        It helps ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, such as those from OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), the Occupational Noise Exposure Standard, or the EU Directive 2003/10/EC.

        The soundmeter calculates the noise dose as a percentage of the allowable exposure limit (e.g., 100% dose means the exposure has reached the maximum safe limit for an 8-hour day).

        TWA (Time Weighted Average): This is the average sound level over a period, normalized to an 8-hour working day. Exposures at or above 100% are considered hazardous.