How to connect headphones with a microphone to a laptop with a single input?

Sound output is a separate part in the use of personal computers and laptops. Some users prefer to use headphones instead of ordinary speakers, considering this the most convenient way to listen. Connecting a wired headset rarely raises unnecessary questions, but today we will talk about exceptions. How to connect headphones with a microphone to a laptop with a single input? This article will help you get acquainted with all the nuances of connecting a headset to a computer.

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Headset

Most often, headphones with a microphone have a combined jack. But what if the conclusions are not aligned, and the device to which the device is connected has only one input?

Types of connectors and jacks

First, let's get acquainted with the main technical differences of the headphones:

• Combined Jack. It has three contact strips and connects to the combo connector, if your device is equipped with one.
• Standard jack. It is a “plug” 3.5 mm, has two contact strips. Connected via the green connector.

Some problems may arise if you need to connect headphones with a microphone to a laptop with one input. First, let's figure out if you need to use a headset with a built-in microphone at all.

Important! Sometimes you want to listen to music not only with the help of headphones or through the weak speaker of a laptop, but will fully enjoy it. Only speakers can provide high-quality sound. Among the huge assortment, it is quite difficult to find a model that suits the parameters and cost. In order for you not to get into trouble, read in another our article abouthow to choose speakers for laptop.

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Turn on the device

Is there any need to connect a microphone to a laptop? First, you need to make sure that it is not on the laptop:

1. Click on the speaker icon, which is located in the lower right corner, RMB (with the right mouse button), select “Recording Devices” in the context menu.
2. Select the gadget built into the camera of your laptop, highlight it with the cursor and click on the “Default” item so that it is always used.
3. Then open the properties, on the “General” tab, make sure the device is working.
4. On the “Levels” tab, set the necessary gain values, confirm your actions by clicking on the “OK” button.

Important! If drivers and the necessary software are installed, the device will work properly. If for some reason you are unable to detect or run the built-in microphone, or you are unsatisfied with the sound quality, you can safely proceed to connect the headset with the built-in device.

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Connect to laptop

How to connect headphones with a microphone to a laptop? First you need to carefully examine the laptop panel, which is most often located on the left, right or side. Pay attention to the presence of inputs for connecting devices. There are new combined connectors that solve one of the problems that will be discussed soon.

Important! Typically, the connector for the sound output device is indicated in green, and for the microphone, in pink or red.

We connect a standard headset with a microphone to the combo jack

There are several options for connecting such gadgets to a laptop that has one connector:

• Using a special adapter. This option is considered the best, since it requires the least cost. It does not take up much space and will help to avoid annoying confusion in the wires.

Important! Do not confuse an adapter with a splitter for two pairs of headphones. The adapter has two multi-colored inputs: green and pink.

• External Sound Card. This option also eliminates problems with the sound card, if any. It is a device with the size of a flash drive, to which you can connect headphones and a microphone.

Important! The sound quality during operation of such a device will be very good, but the cost will be three or four times more than that of the same adapter.

• The worst option is to connect directly. In this case, the microphone will not work.

Is it possible to connect a device that is equipped with a modern combined jack to a regular input in a laptop? Without a doubt. For this, there are also special splitters, which are plentiful in the modern technology market. They are relatively cheap, but for a ridiculous price there is a risk of getting a poor-quality product that will lead to breakdown or simply will not work.

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USB cable

Many modern models of devices are equipped with a connector for USB input. Using gadgets with such an output provides an easy solution to problems in the absence of standard microphone inputs for headphones and headphones in a laptop. The cost of such devices will be slightly higher than standard ones, but the quality is worth it.

Give preference only to well-known manufacturers with a good reputation. Such measures will help you avoid unexpected problems when connecting to a computer.

These devices require the installation of special drivers.

Important! Before purchasing any gadgets, familiarize yourself with the capabilities of your sound card. Some devices require compatibility.

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Using a wireless headset

If you have a slightly larger amount than is required to purchase a standard device, you can purchase a gadget that works with the bluetooth adapter. Such devices also easily solve the “single sign-on problem” in your laptop.

Important! Have you purchased new speakers and don’t know how to connect them to your computer without using an amplifier? We have put together the best tips for you on how to do this, depending on the type of speakers and your computer, which you will find in our next article. “How to connect speakers to a computer without an amplifier”.

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Now you know how to connect headphones and a microphone to a laptop without any problems. Use only quality products, and the device will delight you with long quality work for a long time.