Can the 3.5mm port on the mac mini m4 connect to a microphone?

i have a microphone with jack 3.5

but it can’t connect to mac mini m4

how can i connect a microphone with mac

Posted on May 28, 2025 07:18 AM

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Posted on May 28, 2025 07:39 AM

No. The port on the back of the Mac mini is an audio output jack for speakers or headphones. You cannot plug a mic in for use.


If you wish to have audio input then you’ll need to use some form of USB audio input device.


Google “usb mic input mac” to get an idea of what’s available. (Lots!)

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