Using and external microphone

Help please - trying to record using a plug in microphone head set. Have followed the instruction in the HELP which says I go to preferences, go to audio input, go to drop down menu and click 'in line'. There is no 'in-line' in the drop down menu .... only two 'built-in' options. Suggestions please. Many thanks.

A standard PC mic will not work with a Mac. You need a mic that has a line level output or you need an audio interface device like the iMic to boost the signal.
Dah•veed

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