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RCA CDKHB USB 2.0 Audio Adapter White 48 KHz 3.5 mm Jack

SKU CH-YDR6-7M24N

Adds a 48 KHz stereo input and output through a USB 2.0 port for headsets and microphones

  • Adapter typeType
  • First connectorUsb2.0
  • Second connectorUsb2.0
  • Connector typeMale
  • Units per package1
  • Product typeUsb2.0
  • Replaces a faulty sound card via USB 2.0
  • Supports 48 KHz stereo audio for clear playback
  • Works with Windows, Mac, Linux, PS5 and more
  • Gold-plated connectors ensure reliable stereo signal transfer
  • Compact aluminium shell resists wear and dissipates heat

What this adapter does

The RCA CDKHB USB 2.0 audio adapter adds a 3.5 mm stereo headphone output and a mono microphone input to any device with a USB 2.0 port. It supports a 48 KHz sample rate and works with Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The aluminium alloy shell and foil-shielded cable resist interference, while gold-plated connectors maintain clean signal transfer.

Thermals noise and power

The adapter draws power directly from the USB 2.0 bus and requires no external supply, so it adds negligible load to the host device. Passive aluminium construction dissipates the small amount of heat generated during operation without any fan noise. Total weight is .059 kilograms, making it light enough for permanent attachment to a laptop or console.

What the bundle changes

The package contains only the adapter itself, so there are no driver discs, configuration utilities or extra cables to manage. Plug-and-play operation means the operating system recognises the device immediately on supported platforms. Buyers who need TRRS headset support or surround-sound processing will need a different solution, as this unit handles only mono TRS microphone input and stereo output.

How it compares

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Price $14.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 1,324 comparable items (median $16.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameRCA
Part numberCDKHB
Product typeUsb2.0
Product colorWhite
Adapter typeType
Ports & slots
First connectorUsb2.0
Second connectorUsb2.0
Connector typeMale
Size & build
Product dimensions14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
Product weight0.059 kg
In the box
Units per package1
In the box1

Questions about this item

How do I plug this USB 2.0 audio adapter into my PC and which 3.5 mm jack do I use for the microphone?

Insert the male USB 2.0 connector into any free USB 2.0 port; the adapter adds a 3.5 mm stereo headphone output and a mono microphone TRS input — plug the mic into the jack marked for microphone, not the headphone jack, because it only accepts TRS mono, not TS or TRRS

What part of this adapter is most likely to wear out first with daily use?

The gold-plated USB connector and the 3.5 mm jacks are the mechanical contact points; repeated insertion cycles can degrade the spring contacts or the gold plating, while the aluminum alloy shell and foil-shielded cable body are rated for durability and heat dissipation

At what sample rate does the built-in DAC lock, and does it change under heavy load?

The DAC operates at a fixed 48 KHz sample rate over the USB 2.0 interface; sustained playback or recording does not alter the clock, so the 48 KHz limit is the first constraint you encounter during continuous use

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