AirPods Pro are one of the most popular wireless earbuds on the market. High-quality sound, active noise cancellation, comfortable fit and stylish design have made them the choice of millions of users. But, like any technology, AirPods Pro can break down over time. One of the most common problems is crackling, distortion or complete lack of sound in one of the headphones, which may indicate a faulty speaker.
What to do in such a situation? This is in our article.
Why does the speaker in AirPods Pro fail? 📉
Speaker failure can occur for various reasons:
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Manufacturing defect. Apple has acknowledged that certain batches of AirPods Pro (manufactured before October 2020) may have audio issues, and even launched a free replacement program.
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Moisture ingress. Despite the water resistance, excessive exposure to sweat or water may damage the speakers or membranes.
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Falls and blows. Even minor mechanical impact can damage the speaker's fragile internal mechanism.
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Dirt and earwax. Clogging can lead to distorted sound, crackling, and even speaker breakage if you try to clean it with sharp objects.
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Wear and tear over time. After several years of active use, the speaker membrane may become deformed, the sound quality may deteriorate or disappear altogether.
Symptoms of a Bad Speaker on AirPods Pro 📢
Here are the main signs that will help you understand that your speaker needs to be replaced:
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One of the headphones is crackling, hissing, or making a clicking noise
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There is no sound in the left or right earphone
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The sound became quieter than in the other earphone
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Noise reduction function is broken
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During a conversation, the interlocutor's voice is distorted
Can AirPods Pro be repaired? 🔍
Yes, despite the complex design, there is a possibility to replace the speakers in AirPods ProIt is important to understand that repairs must be carried out by a specialist, because:
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The headphones are hermetically sealed
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Miniature soldering is used inside
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Accurate positioning of the new membrane and calibration is required
Self-repair without tools, experience and a microscope most often leads to permanent failure of the device.
How does speaker replacement work in our service 🔧
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Diagnostics. We will determine whether the problem is truly with the speaker or whether another procedure (such as cleaning) is required.
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Careful opening. Using special equipment, we open the earphone without damaging the case.
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Removing the old speaker. We unsolder and remove the damaged element.
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Installing a new one. We install a new original or similar quality speaker.
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Checking the work. After assembly, we test the sound, noise reduction and microphones.
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Bonding and sealing. We restore the case so that the headphones are moisture-resistant again.
Why is it better to contact us? ⭐️
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🛠 Experience more than 5 years in repair of AirPods and other Apple gadgets
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🎯 We use only proven components high quality
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🧪 We test each pair after repair
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🕒 Fast turnaround times — in most cases, replacing the speaker takes up to 1 working day
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💰 Affordable price compared to a full AirPods replacement
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📄 We provide guarantee for the work performed
When is it better to replace the entire earphone? 🧩
Sometimes it makes more sense to replace AirPods Pro completely:
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In case of multiple damages inside (moisture, battery, microphones)
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In case of severe cracks in the body
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If after repair there are still problems with connection or charging
We always offer honest diagnostics and explain to the client what will be more profitable - repair or replacement.
Conclusion: Is it worth replacing the speaker on your AirPods Pro? 🎧
Yes! If the sound has become worse, crackles or disappears - this is not a reason to buy new headphones. In most cases Replacing the speaker solves the problem and extends the life of your device. It's profitable, fast and environmentally friendly 🌍
If you notice a problem, don't delay. The sooner you contact the service, the greater the chances of a high-quality and inexpensive repair.
📍 Contact us — we will be happy to restore the sound of your AirPods Pro and bring comfort back to your day!
