# Microphone

> Request permission to use any audio input sources attached to the device.

## Definition

* **Type:** Field
* **Namespace:** [UnityEngine](/engine/6000.5/script-reference/unityengine.md)
* **Assembly:** UnityEngine.CoreModule

```csharp
Microphone = 2
```

### Remarks

Access to microphones is required especially for the following features:

* Communication between players or users in the application
* Voice commands - especially useful for accessibility
* Voice-based game mechanics- for example the loudness of the user attracts enemies
* Apps that analyze speech or noise, such as in language or karaoke apps
* Playback of user’s voice
* Voice filters