How to Connect a Wired Headset on macOS

Written By Cyber Acoustics Inc.
How to Connect Your Wired Headset on macOS

Follow the steps below to connect your wired headset on macOS.

Connecting Your Headset

  1. Left-click the Apple icon in the top-left corner of the screen, then left click "System Settings."
macOS System Settings menu screenshot
  1. Open Sound Settings by left clicking “Sound” on the left sidebar.
macOS Sound Settings screenshot
  1. Left click the “Output” tab and select your headset from the list.
macOS Output tab screenshot
  1. Left-click the “Input” tab and select your microphone from the list.
  2. Test your mic using the “Input level” gauge and make sure Input volume is between 60% and 90%.
macOS Input tab screenshot

Once your headset is connected, you’re all set to configure audio in your conferencing app. Get ready for your next meeting with one of the guides below.

Setting Up a Microphone in Microsoft Teams Setting Up Google Meet on macOS Sequoia Setting Up Zoom on macOS Sequoia

If you are having issues with your microphone not working, check out one of our other troubleshooting guides.

How to Check Microphone Privacy Settings on macOS Troubleshooting Audio Issues in Microsoft Teams on macOS How to Allow Microphone and Camera Access in a Browser (Windows & macOS)
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