Separate headphone output and microphone input over USB-A
UGREEN 30724 USB External Stereo Sound Card
Add separate 3.5mm headphone and microphone connections to a compatible USB-A computer or console, or bypass a faulty built-in audio jack. The UGREEN 30724 is a bus-powered USB audio adapter with stereo output and mono microphone input. Its two sockets are designed for separate plugs, making connector type especially important when choosing a headset or microphone.
Product guide
Overview
Add separate 3.5mm headphone and microphone connections to a compatible USB-A computer or console, or bypass a faulty built-in audio jack. The UGREEN 30724 is a bus-powered USB audio adapter with stereo output and mono microphone input. Its two sockets are designed for separate plugs, making connector type especially important when choosing a headset or microphone.
Verified highlights
Key features
- USB-A host connection with a short 20cm lead that helps keep adjacent ports accessible.
- Green 3.5mm stereo output for headphones or powered speakers.
- Pink 3.5mm mono microphone input for a compatible TRS condenser microphone.
- 16-bit ADC/DAC operation with a stated sampling rate up to 48kHz.
- C-Media audio chipset and shielded construction for stable USB audio.
- USB bus power; no external power supply is required.
- Plug-and-play operation on common Windows, macOS and ChromeOS systems; Linux may require a driver.
Connection logic
How it fits into your setup
Separate jacks require the correct audio plugs
Plug the USB-A connector into a compatible host, then connect headphones or powered speakers to the stereo output and a supported 3-pole TRS condenser microphone to the separate microphone input. The adapter is powered by USB and exposes an external audio device to the operating system.
A single 4-pole TRRS headset plug combines headphones and microphone on one connector and does not directly match these two separate jacks. A correctly wired headset splitter may be needed, while TS 2-pole, TRRS 4-pole and dynamic microphones are not supported by the microphone input described for this model.
This product is useful when a built-in computer audio jack is unavailable or damaged, but it does not repair speakers, microphones, applications or console settings. The host still needs to select the USB audio device for playback and recording.
Real-world workflows
Use scenarios
Use scenario 1
Restore headphone and microphone connections on a laptop whose built-in 3.5mm socket is damaged.
Use scenario 2
Add separate audio jacks to a desktop, mini computer or Raspberry Pi project.
Use scenario 3
Connect compatible headphones and a separate microphone for calls, voice chat or basic recording.
Use scenario 4
Provide USB audio output for a supported PS4 or PS5 setup after selecting the adapter in console audio settings.
Step-by-step
Setup and usability guidance
Plug the USB-A connector into the computer or supported console.
Connect headphones or powered speakers to the green output and a compatible TRS microphone to the pink input.
Open system sound settings and select the USB/C-Media device for playback and recording.
Set a moderate volume, test playback, then check microphone input level in the calling or recording application.
On Linux, install the required supported audio driver if the adapter is not recognised automatically.
For consoles, review the console audio-device menu and remember that microphone level may be lower than on a computer.
Match the complete system
Compatible devices and systems
Compatibility check 1
Supported platforms include compatible Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux computers, Raspberry Pi systems, PS4 and PS5. Linux installations may need an appropriate C-Media USB audio driver.
Compatibility check 2
The headphone socket accepts a normal 3.5mm stereo headphone or powered-speaker plug. The microphone socket is mono and requires a compatible 3-pole TRS condenser microphone.
Compatibility check 3
A single 4-pole TRRS headset plug does not provide both functions through one socket; a suitable headset splitter may be required.
What this product does
- Adds or replaces USB playback and microphone-recording connections.
- Converts digital USB audio to analogue stereo output.
- Converts a compatible mono microphone signal to USB audio input.
- Appears as a selectable USB audio device in supported operating systems.
What this product does not do
- It does not support TS 2-pole, TRRS 4-pole or dynamic microphones on the microphone input.
- It does not provide microphone phantom power for studio XLR equipment.
- It is not compatible with PS3, Xbox, televisions or vehicle audio systems according to UGREEN compatibility notes.
- It does not convert analogue audio to Bluetooth or HDMI.
- It does not create surround sound; the analogue output is stereo.
Important limitations
Check before buying
Use this checklist to confirm the exact model suits the intended job.
- Confirm the host has an available USB-A port and supports a standard USB audio device.
- Identify whether the headset has two separate 3-pole plugs or one combined 4-pole TRRS plug.
- Use a supported 3-pole TRS condenser microphone; do not assume every 3.5mm microphone type is compatible.
- Expect stereo playback rather than a hardware multichannel surround interface.
- On PS4, plan to select the USB audio device and verify chat/game routing in console settings.
What to do
- Match plug type to the coloured jack and verify the microphone uses a 3-pole TRS connector.
- Select the adapter explicitly in both operating-system and application audio settings.
- Begin with low headphone volume and raise it gradually.
- Connect directly to the host when diagnosing noise, detection or microphone-level problems.
What not to do
- Do not insert a combined TRRS headset plug and expect both microphone and headphones to work without a splitter.
- Do not connect a dynamic or phantom-powered studio microphone.
- Do not assume every USB port on a television, vehicle or console carries standard USB audio.
- Do not expose the adapter to moisture or place strain on its short cable.
Safe and realistic operation
Warnings and limitations
Warning 1
The microphone input is mono and connector-sensitive. Wrong plug wiring is the most common reason for missing microphone audio.
Warning 2
PS4/PS5 support can depend on console firmware and settings; UGREEN advises that microphone recording can be quieter on gaming devices.
Warning 3
Listening at high volume can damage hearing. Start low and follow the headphone manufacturer’s guidance.
Warning 4
Electrical noise can come from a host USB port, charger or nearby equipment. Test a direct computer connection before assuming the adapter is defective.
Practical first checks
Troubleshooting guide
| If you notice | Check this first |
|---|---|
| No sound after connection | Select the USB audio adapter as the playback device, raise host and application volume, and test with known-working headphones. |
| Microphone is not detected | Select the adapter as the recording input and confirm the microphone uses the supported 3-pole TRS plug rather than TS or TRRS. |
| A combo headset only plays audio | A 4-pole TRRS headset needs a correctly wired splitter that separates headphone output and microphone input into compatible plugs. |
| Microphone level is very low | Increase recording input level in the host settings, confirm the microphone type is supported and move away from noisy or unpowered extension paths. |
| PS4 audio still uses the controller or TV | Open the console audio-device settings and explicitly select the USB adapter for the required input and output route. |
Verified model data
Technical specifications
| Specification | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Brand / product code | UGREEN 30724 |
| Host connector | USB-A male |
| Audio output | 3.5mm stereo headphone / powered-speaker jack |
| Microphone input | 3.5mm mono TRS input |
| Supported microphone plug | TRS 3-pole condenser microphone |
| Unsupported microphone plugs | TS 2-pole and TRRS 4-pole |
| Audio resolution | 16-bit ADC/DAC; up to 48kHz sampling |
| Cable length | Approximately 20cm |
| Power | USB bus-powered |
In the box
Package contents
- 1 × UGREEN 30724 USB external stereo sound card adapter
Helpful answers
Product-specific FAQ
Can I use a headset with one four-pole plug?
Not directly for both functions. This adapter has separate headphone and microphone sockets, so a correctly wired headset splitter is normally required.
What microphone plug is supported?
A compatible 3.5mm TRS 3-pole condenser microphone plug. UGREEN states that TS 2-pole, TRRS 4-pole and dynamic microphones are not supported.
Does it work without drivers?
Windows, macOS and ChromeOS normally recognise it as USB audio. Linux may require a supported C-Media audio driver.
Can it replace a broken laptop audio jack?
Yes, provided the laptop has a working USB-A port and the operating system supports standard USB audio.
Does it work on PS4 or PS5?
UGREEN lists PS4 and PS5 compatibility. Select the USB audio device in console settings; microphone input may be quieter than on a computer.
Will it work on Xbox, PS3, a television or a car?
UGREEN compatibility notes say no for those device categories. Their USB ports may not expose a supported standard audio host.
Is the headphone output stereo?
Yes. The green output is stereo, while the pink microphone input is mono.
Why can I hear sound but not record?
Check that the microphone is in the pink jack, uses a supported TRS plug and is selected as the recording device. Then review application permissions and input level.
Does it support a one-plug mobile headset directly?
Not directly. A combined 4-pole TRRS headset does not match the separate stereo-output and microphone-input jacks. A compatible headset splitter may be required.
Will it create 5.1 or 7.1 analogue surround outputs?
No. The verified hardware provides one stereo headphone or speaker output and one mono microphone input.
Can it be used through a USB-C computer?
The adapter itself has USB-A. A compatible USB-C host adapter may allow connection, but that adapter is not included and the host must support USB audio.
Model verification
Research and source note
Research basis: the exact live Shopify product and variant record, the product-owned Shopify CDN media attached to that record, and the exact-SKU UGREEN references already cited in this draft. Regional claims were not blended when they conflicted; the conservative verified value is used instead.
Model-specific decision: The verified design provides separate 3.5mm stereo output and mono microphone input. Its microphone jack accepts a supported three-pole TRS condenser microphone; TS, four-pole TRRS and dynamic microphones are not promised. A combined headset needs a correctly wired splitter.
- The live artwork labelled Universal Compatibility was excluded because it adds PS5, Android and Nintendo Switch claims not consistently supported by the exact-SKU UGREEN references.
- Six remaining exact-model Shopify images are used; no unsupported platform list is added.
