Question Touchy headphone socket

[raythepurple]

Hi. So by touchy I mean if I don't turn the headphone jack just right, there will either be no sound from the headset, or sound only comes from the right side. I know it's the computer and not the headset because I've tested the headset on another device and I've tested other headphones in this socket and it's the same deal. I have speakers plugged in the back and they're fine, it's just this front socket. I don't know if something is just loose or if something is damaged and needs repairing or replacing. I'm actually about to upgrade a few parts of my PC, I'd rather not get a new case if I don't have to, though I assume a new case and new motherboard would solve this problem...
The system is an iBUYPOWER i-series 301 that I got several years ago.
Case: ARC 647
Mobo: MSI 760GMA-P34
CPU: FX-6300
Win 8.1 64 bit. Thanks for any help.

 

[Deleted member 14196]

Here.

https://www.newegg.com/p/376-0043-0...-Controllers+/+Panels+-+etc.-_-9SIA4RE86T5493

 

[raythepurple]

not the same configuration as current panel (not sure that matters) but that seems kind of pricey for that part...I could get a whole new case for $30...I mean, not a great one but I've seen a few OKish options for under $40. but I just wonder is it definitely the front panel? is there a way to confirm?