Why is my headset mic not working and how to fix it (3.5mm audio cable)

Is your 3.5mm wired headset microphone not working when you plug it into your computer's headphone jack? The sound comes through the headphones but your microphone is not recognized? Fortunately, there is a very simple solution to this problem. What many people don't know is that there are several different types of 3.5mm audio connectors. In this video I show you how to recognize the difference between a 4 pin TRRS connector and a 3 pin TRS connector, explain what the difference is between the two and of course show you what you need to get the mic working of your headset. on your PC. Alright, let's go!

Here are the links to the adapter cables I used in this video…

If you need a 4 pin to 3 pin adapter, this is the one you want – https://amzn.to/2Ym1gnb

If you need a 3 pin to 4 pin adapter, this is the one for you – https://amzn.to/3bV7w9d

If you think your microphone is no longer working due to a Windows 10 update like I mentioned at the beginning of this video, here is a solution that can help you get it working again. https://youtu.be/u5wjtoDWDQ0

Another thing you might want to try if neither this video nor changing your Windows privacy settings works: change your settings in Sounds in Windows Control Panel. In this video I walk you through how to do it and share some other tips. https://youtu.be/kGVTfBqOz6o

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Timestamps

0:00 – this video is about 3.5mm wired headsets
0:28 – video introduction
1:18 – 4-pin 3.5mm TRRS connectors… What is it? How do they work?
2:41 – 3.5mm TRS 3-pin connectors…What are they? How do they work?
2:59 – Why is my 4-pin 3.5mm TRRS headset mic not working with my PC?
3:16 – What do I need to get my 4-pin TRRS headset to work in a 3-pin TRS jack?
3:50 – Apple iPhone headsets NOT compatible?
4:42 – making the 3-pin TRS connector work with a 4-pin TRRS jack
6:06 – Thanks for watching! Like, share, comment and subscribe! 🙂

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/"Everything Happens/" by Huma-Huma from YouTube Music Library Creator Studio

/"Clover 3/" by Vibe Mountain from YouTube Creator Studio Music Library

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