How to connect and use an external microphone on PS5 If you are a PS5 player and want to improve the audio quality in your gaming sessions, connecting an external microphone can be a great option. Fortunately, the process is quite simple and in this article we will show you how to do it. The PS5 has one USB port on the front and two USB ports on the back. To connect the external microphone, you simply insert its USB cable into one of these ports. Once the microphone is connected, the PS5 will automatically recognize it and you can start using it in your games or voice chat apps.

Step by step -- How to connect and use an external microphone on PS5

How to connect and use an external microphone on PS5

Here we explain step by step how to connect and use an external microphone on your PlayStation 5 (PS5):

• Step 1: Make sure you have an external microphone compatible with the PS5. It must be a microphone that connects via USB or the 3.5mm audio port.
• Step 2: Connect the external microphone to your PS5. If it's a USB microphone, simply follow the manufacturer's instructions to connect it to the console's USB port. If it's a 3.5mm microphone, connect the connector to the 3.5mm audio port on the DualSense controller or PS5 audio dongle.
• Step 3: Once the microphone is connected, turn on your PS5 and go to settings. To do this, go to the main menu and select “Settings”.
• Step 4: Scroll down the settings menu and select “Sound.”
• Step 5: In the sound section, look for the “Input and output devices” option. Click this option to access audio device settings.
• Step 6: Within the audio devices settings, you will find a list of available devices. Find the external microphone that you have connected to your PS5 and select it as the input device. If you also want to use headphones or external speakers, select the appropriate device as the audio output.
• Step 7: Once you have selected the external microphone as the input device, you can adjust the volume settings and other microphone parameters. You can test the microphone and make adjustments according to your preferences.
• Step 8: Ready! You can now use your external microphone in games, voice chat apps, and recordings on your PS5. Be sure to adjust the settings for each game or app to use the external microphone instead of the controller's internal microphone.

With these simple steps, you can connect and use an external microphone on your PS5 and enjoy better audio quality in your games and online conversations. Have fun!

FAQ

1. What is the purpose of connecting an external microphone on PS5?

To improve sound quality during online conversations or broadcasts.

2. What type of microphones can be used with PS5?

USB or 3.5mm microphones compatible with PS5 can be used.

3. How to connect a USB microphone to PS5?

1. Locate the USB port on your PS5 console.
2. Connect the microphone's USB cable to the console's USB port.

4. How to connect a 3.5mm microphone to PS5?

1. Locate the 3.5mm audio port on your PS5 controller.
2. Connect the 3.5mm jack of the microphone to the audio port of the controller.

5. How to adjust external microphone settings on PS5?

1. Go to the PS5 settings menu.
2. Select "Sound" and then "Audio Devices."
3. Select the external microphone in the device list.
4. Adjust the volume and other settings according to your preferences.

6. Can I use an audio adapter to connect an external microphone to PS5?

Yes, you can use an audio adapter if your microphone uses a different connector than the available port on your PS5.

7. Is any additional software needed to use an external microphone on PS5?

No, the PS5 has the ability to recognize and use external microphones without the need for additional software.

8. How to make sure external microphone is selected as audio input on PS5?

1. Go to the PS5 settings menu.
2. Select "Sound" and then "Audio Devices."
3. Make sure the external microphone is selected as the audio input.

9. Will my external microphone work during a voice call in a game?

Yes, if you have correctly configured your external microphone, it should work during voice calls in supported games.

10. Can I use headphones with a built-in microphone instead of an external microphone on PS5?

Yes, you can use headphones with a built-in microphone on PS5 as an alternative to the external microphone.

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