ASUS G550JK combo-jack and Turtle Beach X12s (Splitter question)

[Elrondel]

Hi TomsHardware forums,

I received my G550JK three days ago and so far I'm enjoying it. It misses keystrokes sometimes (which is annoying when I'm typing fast) but otherwise seems solid. I got it mainly for gaming. I use a Turtle Beach X12 headset, which needs a headphone and a mic jack. However, the G550JK only has a combo jack. I'm using one of these http/www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000067RC4/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 that I have lying around to split the combo jack. I can plug in the X12's cords just fine, and volume comes out through the headset. Problem is, the headset's mic doesn't work - the computer only lets me use the mic inside of it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Edit: Typos from missed keystrokes. Annoying.
Sorry if the wrong forum - I don't know where this would belong.

 

[jarotech]

Hi, you need a cable like this one. You will have the headset and the microphone. The one you mention split to two headsets only.

 

[Elrondel]

Would this be the same (making sure, since it's cheaper on Amazon..) http/www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-MUYHSMFF-Headset-Splitter-Adapter/dp/B004SP0WAQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1405805200&sr=8-2&keywords=3.5mm+4+Pin+to+2x+3+Pin+3.5mm ?

 

[jarotech]

Yes, it's the same cable as the one on newegg.

 

[Elrondel]

Confirmed it works, thanks!

 

[jarotech]

I'm glad I could help you.

 

[Bernardo Matos]

I'm glad I could help you.

Hey, hello! i've got a asus laptop with a combo jack too, i have the same splitter (not the same brand tho). My microphone works when, for example i use the splitter and plug my Headset from Razer to my phone. On the other hand, and doing the same thing, my Mic doesnt work on my laptop... Any help?