Replacement earphone cables, extension leads and 3.5 mm splitters that let two people share one audio source. Braided options improve durability.
A damaged cable is the most common reason wired earphones stop working, and replacing only the cable is often cheaper than buying new headphones. Check the connector type on the headphone side, such as 3.5 mm, 2.5 mm or MMCX, before ordering. Headphone splitters let two people listen from one phone or laptop on a plane, train or in a classroom.
Gamers use splitters with separate microphone and audio plugs to connect a headset to a PC with two jacks. Keep in mind that a splitter divides one signal, so volume may drop slightly when two headphones are plugged in.
Need a Lightning or USB-C connection? See earphone adapters.
Related categories: Earphone & Headset, TWS Earphones, Bluetooth Earphone