microphone setup on a mac mini
I would like to be able to do some language study on my Mac Mini, but I don't seem to be able to set up a headset with a microphone that is recognized by Rosetta Stone. Any suggestions?
The Audio-in jack on a Mac is for line level (amplified ) audio input. it does not work with the simple mics with 3.5 mm plug.
The headphone jack does incorporate a contact for using a mic input. See:
How to use Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic with your Mac - Apple Support
You can use a cable to connect a simple 3.5 mm mic to that input like the following
http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-headsets-separate-headphone-microphone/dp/B00 4SP0WAQ
You can also get a USB mic. Almost all are Mac compatible