Line In Not working with skype mic anymore

Sorry here is another question.
I was using a headset mic with skype. It was working just fine until I did an update now the line in is no longer working. I am a professional sound guy and I understand the difference between line in and mic in and I would buy that if it wasnt for the fact that it did work at one time. The input is switched to line in and the volume is up. Also the line in does work when I plug in my guitar and run it into garage band. Any ideas?
Thanks all
Message was edited by: liquidapples

Check the Audio Preferences in Skype to make sure they are set for what you want. Also make sure you are using the latest version of Skype, I believe it is 2.7.0.49.

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