When I use headphones or stereo speakers I can only get sound on one channel, if the phones or speakers are plugged into the computer’s line out socket. So I get sound from only one speaker, and from one one earpiece of the headphones.
I was told the cause of the problem was likely to be a fault with the sound card, and that I could get round it by using USB speakers. These come with their own software, and plug into a USB socket on the computer. This, I was informed, would bypass the suspect sound card, and give me sound on both speakers. That sounds like a simple solution.
BUT I want to use headphones to listen to music from the computer. And the headphones have a small, round plug on the end.
Could someone PLEASE tell me if I can get an adapter to enable me to connect the headphones to the computer’s USB socket?
I am not technically minded. I usually get bits and pieces from a Maplin’s electronic store. What should I ask for?
Thanks to anyone who can help with this.

6 Comments for this entry

  • Roy

    Yeah you can get headphones /headsets that plug directly into your usb I have some ! made by Plantronics. USB plug and play – no sound card required. Beautiful sound.

  • taxed till i die,and then some.

    I would trouble shoot the issue first before anything check the settings for your sound make sure its not set to the left or right. As well uninstall sound card and reinstalling, If you would like help with this just contact me thanks.

  • crissyll

    I have Logitech USB headphones. The adapter is built into the cord. If you are happy with set you have now just get a USB sound card.
    Here’s an example of what’s availablehttp://www.usbgear.com/USB-Sound.html

  • How to Start a Metal Band

    just plug your headphones into the headphone jack that comes standard on all computers

  • beachpud

    Do not plug headphones in an USB outlet. They go in the sound board outlet. I doubt there is any way to play music through USB

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