Beats Studio 3 Ear Cushion Replacement

Introduction

Through constant usage, the climate, or human bodily fluids, the ear cushions of headphones begin to wear out and get damaged. This guide will go through step-by-step instructions on how to replace your worn out ear pads with new sturdy ones on your Beats Studio 3. You will not need many tools, but you will need patience and understand that rushing this procedure will lead to undesirable results. Lastly, never use force! Although the piece we are replacing today is made up of cushion, it is attached to plastic, metal, and technology that gives you the brilliant sound you love. So be gentle!

What you need

Step 1 Ear Cushion

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Gently use the spudger to pry the cushions from the headphones.

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Step 2

Remove the remaining adhesive by making circular movements around the rim of the headset with the provided Isopropyl Alcohol wipe.
This step is key. If the removal of the adhesive is not thorough, you may have issues with the new adhesive.

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Step 3

The line indicates that the side is supposed to represent the bottom when attaching to your headphones.
Please also remember that the right ear cushion is unique because it makes space for the USB charging port.

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Step 4

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Remove the sticker on the new pair of cushions to reveal the adhesive by pulling on the red tab to the side.
Do not touch the adhesive ring or lay it on a surface facing downwards. This could cause the adhesive to obtain fingerprints or, collect dust which could make it less effective at attaching to your headphones.

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Step 5

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Realign and move as needed to match the circles on the adhesive on the earpad with the screws on your headphones.

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Step 6

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Once aligned and placed properly, push on your pad for 1 minute to activate the adhesive by clamping your hands together as tight as possible.

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Step 7

Put an object between your headphones to apply pressure for 24 hours to close any gaps.
Do not overstretch your headphones. This can break them. Please apply a decent amount of compression, nothing excessive.

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Conclusion

There you go! You have completed the guide. You are able to wear the headphones as usual after the 24 hour period. Please dispose of the old ear cushions and clean up your mess!

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