Two computers, one set of speakers

[steeve]

i routinely use two networked computers (one windows and one linux) for my work. both are pretty old (obsolete, some say) but they do the job.

the question: is there some device i can use (splitter or mixer or something) to connect both sound cards to one set of desktop speakers? i would ony use one sound card at a time.

thanks!

 

[steeve]

writing this post made me realize that i need a mixer!

found a simple circuit here http://www.tkk.fi/Misc/Electronics/circuits/linesum.html

(of course, i will need one of these mixers per channel)

any other ideas would still be welcome

 

[gguerra]

Other than custom wiring your own switch, you could get a KVM switch with audio. The other choice would be to get an A/B switch for RCA connections, get three mini-stereo (3.5"") to RCA cables and you're set. As for the cables you can pick them up cheap here http://www.monoprice.com. As for the switch, Radio Shack has one for $15 to $20 You can google it and maybe find a better deal

It seems like overkill though for the same price you can pick up a second pair of some decent speakers.

 

[steeve]

an a/b switch is just what i need, but as you say, probably an overkill

the problem with another set of speakers is MORE WIRES and STUFF

i already have more of that than i need. i'll have a go at building a simple device