[Is this thing on?]

[TAP TAP]

Think of what someone might do to test a microphone before speaking, often seen in comedy or public speaking.

This clue mimics someone testing a microphone by saying "[Is this thing on?]"—a phrase often followed by tapping the mic to check if it’s working. The answer "[TAP TAP]" directly replicates that physical action, turning the spoken question into a sound-based response. It’s a playful take on how people troubleshoot audio, where the clue’s wording hints at the answer’s literal, onomatopoeic nature. Think of it like a mini performance where the answer acts out the clue.