What are the ports behind iMac?

The iMac USB-A ports support USB 3 and USB 2 devices. Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports: Connect Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C devices or displays. Or use an adapter to connect Thunderbolt 2 peripherals, a display or projector, and more.

Where is audio line in port on iMac?

You can access this by clicking the Apple icon > System Preferences > Sound > Input.

Does iMac have audio input?

All of Apple’s computers feature a headphone jack or sound output of some kind, but only a few of them offer a recording input. The iMac includes one, as well as the 15-inch MacBook Pro and the Mac Pro desktop, but you won’t find one on the MacBook Air , Retina MacBook Pro , or the 13-inch MacBook Pro.

Can you have two audio outputs Mac?

If you use more than one audio device to create a multi-output device, you can play audio through several devices at once. In the Audio MIDI Setup app on your Mac, click the Add button at the bottom of the sidebar in the Audio Devices window, then choose Create Multi-Output Device.

Is USB C the same as Thunderbolt?

Thunderbolt 3 ports look exactly the same as USB-C ports, and indeed, the connector is physically the same from a plug-in perspective. Indeed, Thunderbolt 3 is a superset of USB-C; you can plug a USB-C-only device into a Thunderbolt 3 port on a computer, and it’ll work just fine.

Can I plug a microphone into my iMac?

You can connect a microphone to an audio input port, USB port, or other port on your computer, or to an audio interface connected to your computer. You can also use your computer’s built-in microphone to record sound.

Can you run two audio interfaces at the same time?

Without multi-device drivers, there’s no way to install and run two or more identical audio interfaces in a computer, since the operating system would have no way to differentiate between the various units.

Can I connect Thunderbolt 3 to USB-C?

That means you can use any Thunderbolt 3 cable as a USB-C cable, and any Thunderbolt 3 port can use a USB-C cable. Thunderbolt 3 can transfer data up to 40 Gbps – you can get this speed with official Thunderbolt 3 cables or a good-quality USB-C cable that’s less than about 1.6 feet in length.

How are the audio ports on a Mac used?

Optical digital audio in and out: You can use these ports to transfer stereo or encoded 5.1 audio using the S/PDIF protocol over Toslink cables and connect to decks, receivers, digital instruments, and 5.1 surround-sound speaker systems. Use standard Toslink cables, or fiber-optic cables with a 3.5 mm plastic or nylon optical plug. Helpful?

What kind of ports does the Apple iMac have?

Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports with support for: 1 DisplayPort. 2 Thunderbolt 3 (up to 40Gb/s) 3 USB 4 (up to 40Gb/s) 4 USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gb/s) 5 Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, DVI, and VGA supported using adapters (sold separately)

What kind of audio cable do I need for a Mac?

In addition to being a traditional audio port, your Mac can output digital audio. This requires the use of a TOS-Link cable. If you have a stereo amp that can accept a digital input then you can play high quality audio using this cable.

What kind of ports do I need for headphones on my computer?

You can use these ports to connect to headphones (which may include a built-in microphone), self-powered speakers, or an audio system. Other ports can transfer audio data as well. Some headphones, microphones, speakers, and audio interfaces connect to your computer’s USB, Thunderbolt, or Ethernet port.