I assume that your Audiobox actually has 3 outputs, all 1/4".

1. Main Out L (line out)
2. Main Out R (line out)
3. Phones (L+R)

If your desktop speakers only have a single stereo 3.5mm jack, you will only get mono audio from either 1(L) or 2(R) above if you use the 1/4 adapter with either of those main outputs. If you are handy with soldering tools and making connectors, you might be able to kluge a stereo adapter together.

It might be tempting to use the headphone 1/4 out since it is stereo, but the volume and impedance would probably be a mess with powered speakers, since that is an amplified output for headphones without power. If you have headphones, you could just use those until you get some monitors.

John,

That is right there are 3 x 1/4 jacks exactly as you described.

I do use headphones the reason I wanted to use speakers too was I have a hearing aid for high frequencies so Its better for me to record, then play back via speakers so I am hearing everything fine.

I am pretty much a bedroom guitarist and this is just a hobby so I wontI will go for anything high end.

Cheers

Here are are a few suggestions for entry level budget studio monitors in the 4-5" range. They can be found for $100-300/pair.

https://talkinmusic.com/musicproduction ... -monitors/

I used a pair of 4" monitors for about 12 years, and they sounded great until one finally started acting up. Found a stupid deal on a pair of 5" monitors this year to replace those with. It's all I need for my home setup.

Once you hear music through near field audio monitors, even from small ones, you will never want to go back to regular computer speakers. They really are an essential item, even for the home hobby studio. The smaller ones have lesser bass response than the larger pro studio models, but the mids and highs should be good.

https://www.amazon.com/Best-Sellers-Mus ... s/11974991

Yes, JohnBW is absolutely correct. Professional nearfield monitors will give you the best and most accurate listening experience. Another advantage to using real studio monitors is that they generally have individual inputs so you can use two standard speaker cables to connect them to your Audiobox's L&R outputs. If you want to save a few$ there are often many new & used nearfield monitors available on eBay:

https://www.ebay.com/b/Pro-Audio-Studio-Monitors/47091/bn_3133721


....this is also a good source for any cables you may need.

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