HyperX Stinger Ear Cup Replacement

Introduction

Replacing the ear cups or ear cushion are necessary to lengthen the longevity of your headset. Old ear cups not only affect the comfort of a headset but also its sound quality. As ear cups deteriorate, they may not create a proper seal, leading to subpar sound quality. Additionally, old ear cups accumulate sweat, oil, and dirt, leading to hygiene issues. In conclusion, regularly replacing ear cushions is essential not only for prolonging the lifespan of your headset but also for maintaining optimal comfort, sound quality, and hygiene during your listening experience. This tutorial will walk you through the procedure for changing the ear cups on the HyperX Stinger to maintain and extend the lifespan of your headset.

What you need

Step 1 Ear Cup

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Unplug your headset.

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Step 2

Firmly grip the old ear cup/cushion.
Pull the end of the ear cup foam until the bottom lip is released from the ear cup mount.

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Step 3

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Slide the ear cup upwards to remove it.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 on the other ear cup.

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Step 4

Align the top lip of the replacement ear cup on the mount.

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Step 5

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Pull the foam slowly over the mount.
Align the ear cup with the end of the mount, and then release, ensuring that the pad is securely attached to the mount.
Slowing down is necessary in this step to avoid over stretching the foam and damaging it.