A TRRS splitter allows you to use wired headphones and a wired 3.5 mm microphone with a computer or mobile device.
Equipment Overview
| Compatibility with Riverside |
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| Connection type | TRS Mic & TRS Headphones sockets ⭢ to TRRS plug (computer or mobile device) |
Recommendations
Use this to connect wired headphones that use a mini jack connection (also known as an 3.5 mm or 1/8th-inch plug) and a wired microphone that also uses a mini jack, like the Rode VideoMic Go, Rode Wireless GO II, or a lavalier-style mic.
On a computer
- Most computers and laptops now only have one combined TRRS headphone/mic port.
- Use the TRRS splitter to connect both the mic and headphones to the same port.
On a mobile device
- Many mobile devices no longer have a headphone/mic port.
- Use the TRRS splitter to connect both the mic and headphones to the same port.
- Depending on your device, you may also need:
- a Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack adapter (iPhones and some older iPads), or
- a USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter (Android devices and some newer iPads)