5.1 wired speakers for MacBook Pro 2019?

[pacificus]

I've just received my first MacBook Pro - my first Apple product. I have existing 5.1 speakers, which connect to my Windows desktop computer via three small jacks.

My question is simple: how can I plug these speakers into the MacBook Pro while maintaining full 5.1 audio?

The audio output jack of the MacBook is only stereo, and unlike previous models it does not carry a digital signal. That leaves only USB (I do not want to use Bluetooth as I want to limit the radiation I am exposed to). I also do not want to spend £hundreds on an audio interface.

Is there a simple USB to 5.1 small jacks converter I can use, please, or any other potential solution?

 

[pacificus]

I think I've answered my own question, which actually happens a lot within minutes of posting for help (after looking for days)! I just bought this audio converter, which is no longer manufactured but looks promising:

LINDY USB 5.1 Audio Adapter

The LINDY USB 5.1 Channel Audio Adapter is the essential audio accessory for those who game watch movies or listen to music on their computer. Suitable for any USB equipped PC or Mac it not only combines high quality audio recording and playback capabilities but also allows popular audio devices ...

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