The STARTECH USBCAUDIO2 is a 5-inch (12.7cm) USB-C to 3.5mm TRRS headphone/headset jack audio adapter. This dongle is designed to provide audio connectivity for devices lacking a dedicated 3.5mm port, such as modern laptops, phones, and tablets that utilize USB-C or Thunderbolt ports for audio output. It integrates a hi-fi 32-bit DAC, which facilitates high-quality audio conversion from the digital USB-C signal to an analog 3.5mm output. This adapter is suitable for business and IT professionals who require a reliable solution for connecting standard TRRS headphones or headsets to their USB-C enabled devices for conferencing, multimedia, or general audio playback, addressing the common challenge of port obsolescence in newer hardware.
This adapter is designed for use with laptops, phones, and tablets that support USB-C or Thunderbolt connectivity for audio output. It enables connection of standard 3.5mm TRRS headphones or headsets to these devices.
The integrated hi-fi 32-bit DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) is responsible for converting the digital audio signal from your USB-C device into an analog signal that can be output through the 3.5mm TRRS jack, ensuring high-fidelity audio quality.
TRRS stands for Tip, Ring, Ring, Sleeve, which indicates a 3.5mm connector capable of carrying both stereo audio output and a microphone input signal. This allows for the use of headsets with integrated microphones.
The adapter has a physical length of 5 inches, which is approximately 12.7 centimeters.
USBCAUDIO2 - Startech 5IN (12.7CM) USB-C TO 3.5MM TRRS HEADPHONE/HEADSET JACK AUDIO ADAPTER, USB C AUX