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Introduction

This guide gives details about how to replace the subwoofer in the 2024 Beats Pill. A subwoofer replacement might be needed after an unsuccessful troubleshooting of gargled sound or absence of bass in the speaker.

What you need

Step 1 Subwoofer

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Remove the strap.

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Step 2

With the Beats Pill sitting on a flat surface, insert a spudger into the seam between the chassis and grille.
Slide the spudger around the entire perimeter of the grille to sever the adhesive securing the grille.
Reapply adhesive when reinstalling the grille.
Remove the grille.

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Step 3

Use a spudger to remove the six stickers on the face of the driver assembly.
Place the stickers on a clean surface so as not to ruin the adhesive.

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Step 4

Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the six 14.3 mm screws that secure the driver assembly and speaker body together.

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Step 5

Insert a spudger into the seam between the driver assembly and speaker body.
Gently slide the spudger around the perimeter while prying to separate the driver assembly from the speaker body.
This should not require much force.

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Step 6

Disconnect the two subwoofer connections from their motherboard sockets.
Depress the clip on each connector prior to removal.
Use tape or a marker to mark where each connector goes.
If you're completing a tweeter replacement, skip to Step 8.

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Step 7

Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the four 12.4 mm screws securing the subwoofer.
Use a spudger to lift the subwoofer up and off of the driver assembly.
This might require some force, as there is adhesive holding the subwoofer to the assembly.
During reassembly, apply an adhesive to the new subwoofer before reinstallation.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.