Solved! What cable should I use to connect one JBL 305 to a PC (3.5mm)?

[rowlaids]

I just got one JBL 305 mkii and I tried to connect it my PC with this cable (https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00Y2LANNW/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_2?smid=AKXVBT49GGF3B&psc=1) and im getting a similar problem to this thread (https://forums.tomsguide.com/threads/extremely-wrong-sound-from-my-new-jbl-lsr305-speakers.430158/). What cable would you recommend for connecting ONE 305 to a PC (3.5mm)?

 

[americanaudiophile]

The cable you link to is stereo at both ends. The plug at the speaker end is the correct type but not wired for your application.
The 3.5mm jack of the PC is unbalanced stereo.
The 1/4" TRS jack on the speaker is balanced mono.
You need one of the these
https://www.rdlnet.com/product.php?page=164
or you can make something similar

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