How to clean your headphones

Any equipment needs periodic cleaning of accumulated dust and dirt particles. The contamination process occurs gradually and unnoticed by us, since the housing of modern technological devices contains many small parts and gaps between them. Today we will look at the type of technology that every person uses every day. We'll talk about headphones. All people like to listen to music, and this headset copes well with this task. However, few people pay attention to the abundance of microorganisms and various dirt that accumulates with constant use.

To maintain your health and prolong the normal functioning of your equipment, you should periodically inspect and deep clean it. If you do not have experience in processing headphones, we suggest using the instructions, which describe the cleaning steps in detail.

How to clean in-ear headphones

Since there are different headset options, we'll cover each one. Let's start with the earbuds. This model differs primarily in that the plastic ear pad is directly inserted into the ear and comes into contact with it. Accordingly, the cleaning mechanism will be as follows:

1. If the version of the device allows you to disassemble the case, you need to unscrew the cover and remove the special meshes.After this, soak them in an alcohol solution and dry with cotton wool or a napkin.
2. In the case of a non-removable structure, it is possible to clean only the outer surface.
3. First, remove large particles of dirt and dust using toothpicks or a pointed match.
4. Then moisten a cotton swab with alcohol and treat the headphone body. This will remove any remaining dust and kill germs.
5. After completing the manipulations, let the equipment dry.

IMPORTANT! When rinsing and wiping with cotton pads, do not allow liquid to get inside, as this can lead to malfunctions.

How to clean vacuum headphones

Vacuum headphones are a more advanced version as they sound better than the previous model. This vacuum effect is achieved thanks to special silicone ear pads that completely cover the ear canal.

Due to the design features, this model is more difficult to maintain. But the following instructions will help you cope with the task:

1. Carefully remove the ear pads from the headphone body, being careful not to tear them. This is best done with smooth circular movements.
2. Treat the attachments with an alcohol solution and place them on a paper towel to dry.
3. Place the headset with the mesh side down and install it so that it is immersed in a solution of alcohol or hydrogen peroxide. Leave everything for 10–15 minutes.
4. After this, wipe the wires and external parts with cotton pads soaked in an alcohol solution.

A few hours after complete drying, you can enjoy your favorite music again.

Caring for your over-ear headphones

The most difficult to care for are full-size or on-ear versions of devices.The process of cleaning them will take more time, but it is quite easy to do if you follow the scheme:

1. Prepare in advance a container with an alcohol solution and a brush with hard bristles.
2. Disassemble the ear pads and remove the tips from them. There are models that do not understand. You should check this with your dealer or in the operating instructions in advance.
3. Dip the brush in the solution and carefully brush the surface of the headphones.
4. Wipe the outside first, then carefully work the inside parts.

When working with electronics, try to avoid getting liquid on them to prevent the possibility of a short circuit and damage to the device.

How to quickly clean any headphones

If speed of cleaning is your first priority, but you still need to do everything efficiently, you can use an accelerated method for this purpose. There are several possible ways to do this. We will describe the simplest system that does not require disassembly:

1. Remove large particles and lumps of dust with a brush or toothpick.
2. Wipe the equipment with a cotton swab and then with a cotton swab soaked in hydrogen peroxide.
3. Dry the headphones with a dry cloth, additionally removing any remaining dust.
4. After drying, you can use the headset. The process takes no more than 5–7 minutes.

ATTENTION! This method is perfect for quick cleansing. But periodically, the headphones should be thoroughly washed to remove any dirt and wax accumulated inside. To do this, use deep cleaning.

How not to clean your headphones

Among the many options for cleansing accumulated dirt to eliminate the cause of bad sound, there are also those that not only will not correct the situation, but will also worsen it. Here's what not to do with headphones:

1. Do not disassemble the case unless you are sure that you can do everything correctly. Also, do not disassemble the headset if this is not provided for by the design.
2. It is worth remembering that even a small amount of liquid can damage electrical chips and wires. Therefore, you should not rinse equipment with water, much less soak or wash it. Only wiping with wet wipes or cotton wool is permissible.
3. To avoid scratching the body, do not use hard or sharp metal objects when cleaning.

Take care of your equipment and it will serve you for many years.