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Razer Barracuda X: Right cup not producing sound at all.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:32:52 -0700

I have this spare pair of headphones that i want to give to a friend to play online, but I'd like to fix them myself. What do you think could be the most common fix?

⟐ Answered March 30, 2026 at 11:32 MST

Kingston HyperX Cloud II: Can I fix the Headphone 3.5mm that only works in Certain positions

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:22:49 -0700

My Hyper X Cloud 2 Gaming Headset has a 3.5mm plug that only works when the cable is bent in a certain direction implying that the connection has come loose and can only make a connection in a certain direction. It is plugged into the included 7.1 surrond remote but I have confirmed this happens in multiple ports i.e my phone, computer, other phones etc. This creates a situation where 1 ear is always working and the second is flakey. To solve this I have been bending the cable a using a clip to keep it in the sweet spot as best as I can for the longest amount of time (It never holds). The "ideal spot" does change and requires a lot of playing because I guess the cable shifts around not sure.

The Fix:

The jack is covered in plastic as well as some anti-bend plastic design like layered rings, you know. The cable is also braided which could run into some interesting problems. Does anyone think it would be possible to cut open the plastic and resolder the connection to stop this from happening or not? These are just my backup since my main are RMA right now (whoops). Bottom line I don't really care if I have to cover it up with electrical tape if it works. I really want to try to repair if possible I have a good amount of electronic tools and knowledge but I am worried what I find won't be as simple as a little loose solder connection of some sort.

Thanks in advance iFixit Community you guys are the best!

⟐ Commented March 25, 2026 at 9:22 MST

Astro A40 TR Plus Mixamp M80: How can I fix the wire that connects to the M80 mixamp

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:02:38 -0700

The microphone and one of the speakers to my Astro A40 headset have stop functioning. If the wire attached to the M80 mixamp is angled and pushed just right, both components will start to work. I suspect that the wires enabling the speaker and mic to work have somehow loss connection due tugs on the cord. I think if the coppers wires were reconnected that the headset would start functioning normal again. I need information and a video on how to disassemble the M80 mixamp for the xbox one to expose these wires, but without harming the casing.

⟐ Commented March 20, 2026 at 8:02 MST

HyperX Cloud III: Why does the right side of my headphones keep turning off?

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:58:16 -0700

Why does the right side of my headphones keep turning off? Randomly turns back on when i fiddle with it

Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen2 Max: Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Mic problems

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:39:00 -0700

Good Day community,

I was wondering if you had any tips on how to fix the Turtle Beach Stealth 600s. The mic flips forward fine, however it does not make the little beep signifying it is on. Even without the beep, flipping it forward will not activate the mic. I speak into it but no one can hear me. The headphones work fine in regards to hearing others though.

⟐ Answered March 14, 2026 at 11:39 MST

Ozeino OW810: My headset is saying connected and I cant pair it bc power turns it of

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:29:46 -0700

How can i pair it

Logitech G533: Dongle creates speakers with G533's name

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 04:27:32 -0700

Whenever I plug in my dongle it creates a speaker and microphone within audio devices and nothing comes through the headset. Even G Hub doesn't recognize the headset as being on. The same thing happens if I connect the headset with the PC. I'm just really frustrated.

Logitech G430: G430's sound in & out

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:29:02 -0700

Hey, had my Logitech G430's for some time now, maybe 6 months. They've been serving me very well, but recently the sound went out in the left ear, and if I slightly move the cup a little bit it will come back, but it's definitely not manageable for gaming. Any possible fix for this? Thanks!

⟐ Answered February 23, 2026 at 18:29 MST

Astro A50 Gen4 2019: I hear a constant buzzing sound coming from my headphones

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:34:50 -0700

There is a constant buzzing sound coming from my headphones.

The sound continues to come very loudly.

No reset or hard reset works.

⟐ Commented February 19, 2026 at 19:34 MST

Logitech G635: My usb port is not working

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 02:29:03 -0700

Im using my headphones with a 3.5mm jack cable but the surround sound and software support is with the usb, and its dead. i wanna grt it fixed and would love a hand or some guide to fix it

Turtle Beach Ear Force X12: broken cord on x12

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:55:45 -0700

how can I replace the cable on my x12. it is broken about a foot below the control box

⟐ Commented February 09, 2026 at 19:55 MST

Logitech G Pro X Wireless Headset: Any way to match the headset with a different dongle?

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:26:00 -0700

Any way to match the headset with a different dongle?

I have this headset without a dongle and I also have a Logitech G933 dongle. I've seen people selling this headset with exactly this dongle. The software would recognize it as a G933 of course, but at least the headset could be used.

The image below has the G933 dongle on the left and G Pro X Wireless on the right

⟐ Commented January 22, 2026 at 23:26 MST

Logitech G735: How can I disassemble G735 headsets, it have no screws

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:00:41 -0700

there is like a rubbery thingy on each side instead of screws, is that how you disassemble it?

⟐ Commented January 01, 2026 at 13:00 MST

Cloud orbit s: HyperX Cloud Orbit S Broken Connection

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 10:36:53 -0700

The connection between the R earpad and the headband is broken. Since it is out of warranty, the HyperX support team won't have it fixed. However, when I ask if I can purchase a replacement for that part, they told me they won't sell any of the replacement parts. What should I do now to fix my headphone?

⟐ Commented December 13, 2025 at 10:36 MST

Turtle Beach Elite 800: Can I use the mic on the turtle beach elite 800 headset

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:20:53 -0700

can i use the mic on the turtle beach elite 800 headset with me xbox one original as i have a wireless mic but the issue i face is that they connect but they either disconnect or change from dark blue to light blue and i need assistance with this but also was thinking of wanting to try the mic on me turtle beach headset with me xbox one original but how and is it possible

SteelSeries Arctis 9x: My headset turns on blinks twice then powers off abruptly.

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:26:54 -0700

My arctis series 9x will power up for 2 seconds, then abruptly turn off. I've already tried the restart button and it still does it. I'm at a loss here and I don't have 200$ to spend for another.

⟐ Commented December 09, 2025 at 10:26 MST

Redgear Cosmo 7.1 Wired Headset: Fixing broken head sets

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 19:48:38 -0700

My headset is not working I am not actually interested with the mic I'm mostly interested with the speakers. I need instructions on how to connect the wires from the in line control pod directly to the speakers

⟐ Answered November 29, 2025 at 19:48 MST

Turtle Beach Gaming Headset: How to fix a Turtle Beach Stealth 700 gen 2 headset break at the hinge

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:16:32 -0700

Howdy,

I recently had my Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 break on me I will provide a picture, any tips on how to fix as the audio itself is still fine. if there is no fixing it to a workable state, then what do yall recommend?

here is the break

⟐ Answered November 23, 2025 at 0:16 MST

SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless: Arctis Pro Wireless – Bluetooth LED Flashes 10 Times, Won’t Turn On

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 03:10:04 -0700

Hi everyone,

I have an Arctis Pro Wireless (White) headset and the Bluetooth function suddenly stopped working.

Symptoms:

When I hold the Bluetooth button, the blue LED flashes 10 times, then shuts off.
It never enters pairing mode.
The headset itself works normally with the base station.
Firmware is fully updated through SteelSeries GG.
Factory reset did not help.
Bluetooth memory clear did not help.

Important note:

The headset fell to the ground right before the issue started.

Volume wheel info:

The volume wheel works up/down normally — and I know it does not click inward (normal for this model).

What I want to know:

Is this symptom caused by a damaged Bluetooth module?
Could it be a loose connector or antenna cable inside the right earcup after the fall?
Has anyone fixed this by reseating the BT board or replacing it?
Is there a known part name/number for the Bluetooth daughterboard?

If anyone has experience opening the right earcup or repairing this exact issue, please let me know what to check.

Thanks!

Logitech G733 Wireless Headset: Any replacement battery's for Logitech G733 headset yet?

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:28:25 -0700

Finally got around to open up my headset as I have yet to see anyone find do a tear down covering this headset and managed to remove the battery to get a quick picture of it to hopefully track such down but so far without any luck. Making this incase anyone might know of a supplier or just to have the images out there for others to hopefully find without tearing down their own head set.

⟐ Answer accepted November 13, 2025 at 7:28 MST