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Introduction

This repair guide will assist you in replacing a defective auxiliary (AUX) port on the 1st generation Beats Solo headphones. Issues associated with a defective AUX port include audio drop-out, audio static, and audio loss when connected to a 3.5mm auxiliary wire.

This is a basic soldering job, and it involves the four wires which are connected to the port. You will only have to detach and reattach the wires.

What you need

Step 1 Auxiliary Port

Beats Solo Auxiliary Port Replacement, Auxiliary Port: step 1, image 1 of 2

Beats Solo Auxiliary Port Replacement, Auxiliary Port: step 1, image 2 of 2

Hold the ear cup securely with one hand.
With the other hand, turn the speaker cushion counter-clockwise while gently pulling it upwards.
This detaches the cushion from the locking tabs.
Do not apply too much pressure, as bending the tabs could cause them to crack.

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Step 2

Remove five 3 mm screws from the speaker cover using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
Carefully lift the red speaker cover, exposing the speaker driver and speaker wires.

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Step 3

Use a soldering iron, melt each solder joint and remove the four wires soldered to the auxiliary port.
Do not pull on the wires until the solder has softened, as this can damage the copper strands.
Remove the old AUX port and place the new port facing in the same direction.
Connect the wires to the preexisting solder locations. When completed, add a small amount of new solder to hold the wires in place. Check if the wiring is correct to ensure the audio is working properly.
Make sure to to not mix the cables up when soldering as the wires have to go back in the exact same location.