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StarTech USB Sound Card, 3.5mm Audio Adapter, Black, TAA (ICUSBAUDIOB)

Name: StarTech USB Sound Card, 3.5mm Audio Adapter, Black, TAA (ICUSBAUDIOB)
Brand: StarTech.com
SKU: B001EHG7DM
Price: 13.98 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-11

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.

Bottom line: The StarTech USB Sound Card, 3.5mm Audio Adapter, Black, TAA (ICUSBAUDIOB) is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the sound cards category, priced around $13.98. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

This USB Audio adapter converts a USB port to an audio port, letting you add a headset and microphone to your computer without the need to unplug other devices. Compliant with USB 2.0 and USB audio device specification 1.0, the USB audio adapter couldn't be any simpler to install. It's as easy as connecting the adapter to an available USB 2.0 port, then connecting your audio devices to the provided 3.5 mm audio ports as needed. Compatible with most versions of Windows and Mac operating systems, the adapter integrates into virtually any computer environment, and provides superb sound quality…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored StarTech USB Sound Card, 3.5mm Audio Adapter, Black, TAA (ICUSBAUDIOB) using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the sound cards category. StarTech.com's sound cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for sound cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 3.5mm mini-jack connectors for headphone and MIC
✓ Backed by StarTech.com's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

3.5mm mini-jack connectors for headphone and MIC
Headphone and microphone support on PlayStation 3
Compact, palm sized form factor
Compliant with USB audio device class specification 1.0
Plug-and-Play compliant

Full Specifications

Brand	StarTech.com
Platform	Not Machine Specific
Model Name	USB 2.0 to External Stereo Audio Adapter
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Connectivity	USB
Model Number	ICUSBAUDIOB
Built-In Media	ICUSBAUDIOB STARTECH USB Stereo Audio Adapter External Sound Card
Item Type Name	Audio Adapter
Mfr Part Number	ICUSBAUDIOB
Audio Output Mode	Stereo
Hardware Platform	USB
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer, Laptop
Hardware Interface	USB 2.0
Maximum Sample Rate	48 KHz
Warranty Description	2 Year
Hardware Connectivity	USB 2.0
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	120 dB
Item Dimensions L x W x H	2.4"L x 5.7"W x 0.6"H
Global Trade Identification Number	00065030831710
Surround Sound Channel Configuration	5 1

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StarTech USB Sound Card, 3.5mm Audio Adapter, Black, TAA (ICUSBAUDIOB) is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-20. Price and availability subject to change.