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USB Audio Adapter with 3.5mm Jack, CableCreation USB External Stereo Sound Card with 3.5mm Earphone and Microphone for PS4, PS5, Windows, Mac, Linux, Plug and Play, Black
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CableCreation USB Audio Adapter with 3.5mm Jack

Bottom line: The CableCreation USB Audio Adapter with 3.5mm Jack ($8.99 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06): Plug-and-play over USB 2.0, no driver install or external power needed; main trade-off: confirmed not to work on PS3, so older console owners should skip it.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Plug-and-play over USB 2.0, no driver install or external power needed
  • ✓ HS-100B chip runs 48K/44.1KHz sampling on both playback and recording
  • ✓ Separate black audio jack and pink mic jack instead of one shared headset port
  • ✓ Works on PS4, PS5, Raspberry Pi, Surface Pro, Windows XP-10, macOS and Linux
  • ✓ 24-month CableCreation warranty plus lifetime technical support

Cons

  • ✗ Confirmed not to work on PS3, so older console owners should skip it
  • ✗ Apple EarPods only get audio out; their mic is not supported
  • ✗ Incompatible with most car head units and smart TVs
  • ✗ Pink microphone jack is mono input only, not stereo

Manufacturer description

The CableCreation USB Audio Adapter is a pocket-sized external stereo sound card that adds a 3.5mm headphone jack and a separate 3.5mm microphone input to any USB 2.0 port. It is a practical rescue for a laptop with a dead onboard sound card, a desktop with front-panel jacks that stopped working, or a retro build where you need clean analog audio without opening the case. Inside is an HS-100B chip running 48K/44.1KHz sampling for both playback and recording, with shielding against electromagnetic interference so Discord, TeamSpeak, Skype and in-game voice stay clear. The black audio-in jack…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored CableCreation USB Audio Adapter with 3.5mm Jack using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the sound cards category. CableCreation'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 retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this work with my PS5 or PS4 for party chat?

Yes. CableCreation lists PS4 and PS5 among supported devices, and the adapter provides both a headphone output and a separate microphone input for voice chat. It does not work on PS3.

Do I need to install drivers?

No. The adapter is plug-and-play and USB bus-powered, so it needs no external driver and no separate power supply on Windows 7/8/8.1/10/XP/Vista, macOS, or Linux.

Can I use my regular single-plug gaming headset with it?

Yes. The black audio-in jack supports TRRS headsets that include a microphone as well as standard TRS headphones. The pink jack is a separate mono microphone input.

Will it fix a laptop whose built-in sound card died?

That is one of its listed uses. It bypasses the onboard sound card entirely and adds a working 3.5mm output and mic input through USB, so a failed internal card or broken jack no longer matters.

What audio quality should I expect for Discord or TeamSpeak?

It runs 48K/44.1KHz sampling for playback and recording with shielding against electromagnetic interference, which CableCreation targets at Skype, Hangouts, live games, and TeamSpeak.

Key Features

  • Add 3.5mm Audio Ports: The USB audio adapter adds a 3.5mm audio jack to PCs, laptops, iMac, and computers; provides an alternative solution for a failed original sound card; works as an audio splitter for an audio output plug and microphone input plug.
  • High Quality Sound: Built-in with HS-100B chip, 48K / 44.1KHz sampling rate for both Playback and Recording, Skype / Hangout / Live Games / TeamSpeak; protects against electromagnetic interference and enjoys the stable and best sound quality.
  • Audio Interface: Audio-in jack (black color) supports TRRS (with microphone) and TRS (without microphone) earphones; the microphone jack (pink color) supports mono input. (Notes: 1. EarPods were tested not to support mic input but only audio output with this adapter; 2. Doesn't work on most Car systems or smart TVs.)
  • Wide Compatibility: Support USB 2.0 Full Speed (12Mbps) Specification, compatible with PS4, PS5, Raspberry Pi, Surface Pro, MacBook Pro; Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 /10 / XP / Vista, Mac OS X, macOS, Linux, and other mainstream systems. NOT WORKING ON PS3.
  • Superior Features: Plug-n-play with no external driver required, USB bus-powered, no external power required for this convenient sound card. CableCreation provides a 24-month product warranty and lifetime technical support backed.

Full Specifications

BrandCableCreation
ColorBlack
Unit Count1 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberCD0287-1
CompatibilityPS5, PS4, PS3, Mac, Linux
Warranty TypeLimited
Connector TypeAuxiliary
Item Dimensions9.06 x 5.91 x 0.08 inches
Mfr Part NumberCD0287-1
Number of Items1
Number of Ports3
Power Plug TypeNo Plug
Compatible DevicesGaming Console, Headphone, Speaker, Laptop, Microphone, PC
Warranty Description2 years warrenty
Smart Home CompatibilityNot Smart Home Compatible
Item dimensions L x W x H9.06 x 5.91 x 0.08 inches
Specific Uses For ProductMicrophone,Tv
Full listing titleUSB Audio Adapter with 3.5mm Jack, CableCreation USB External Stereo Sound Card with 3.5mm Earphone and Microphone for PS4, PS5, Windows, Mac, Linux, Plug and Play, Black

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