thank you everyone for your feedback.

after reading your replies. I know remember learning about the 1 ring mono, 2 rings stereo rule. (it's been a while)

I just checked my cord and yes it was mono. it must have been some freebie that came with an old walkman I had.

tx again.

- now I won't look like such a hockey puck when I go to the store tonight. I'm hoping I won't need a filter.