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How Do I Clean My JBL Headphones?

Published in Headphone Cleaning 3 mins read

To effectively clean your JBL headphones, follow these steps carefully:

Gentle Cleaning is Key

It's important to clean your headphones without causing any damage. Remember, do not submerge your headphones in water. Instead, you should:

  • Prepare a Cleaning Solution: Mix a very mild solution of dishwasher liquid with lukewarm water.
  • Use a Damp Cloth: Dampen a soft cloth with the mild cleaning solution. Ensure the cloth is not soaking wet to prevent water from seeping into your headphones.
  • Wipe Down the Headphones: Gently wipe the exterior of your JBL headphones with the damp cloth. This will remove any dirt, smudges, or fingerprints.
  • Clean Sound Openings: For the actual sound openings, use a cotton swab very lightly dampened with the same mild solution. Carefully clean around the openings.
  • Dry Thoroughly: After cleaning, allow the headphones to air dry completely or use a clean, dry cloth to wipe them down. Ensure no moisture is left on the headphones before using them again.

Cleaning Specific Areas

Here's a more detailed approach to cleaning specific parts of your JBL headphones:

  1. Earcup Exterior: Wipe the outer plastic/metal parts of the earcups with the damp cloth. Use gentle pressure.
  2. Earpads: If your headphones have removable earpads, consider detaching them to clean them separately. If the earpads are not removable, carefully clean around the edges with a damp cloth. Avoid getting the inner padding very wet.
  3. Headband: Clean the headband (including any padding) with a damp cloth. Pay special attention to areas that come into contact with your hair and skin.
  4. Sound Openings: Use a cotton swab to clean any small openings where the sound comes out. Be extremely careful not to push any debris into the headphone.

Important Considerations

  • Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Do not use strong detergents, alcohol, solvents, or abrasive cleaners, as these can damage the materials of your headphones.
  • No Excess Water: Too much water can damage the internal components of your headphones. Make sure the cloth and swab are only damp, not soaking.
  • Regular Cleaning: Clean your headphones regularly to prevent the buildup of dirt and grime. This will help to keep them in good condition and maintain optimal sound quality.
Step Action
1. Prepare Mild solution of dishwasher liquid and lukewarm water.
2. Dampen Cloth Dampen cloth (not soaking wet) with solution.
3. Wipe Exterior Gently wipe the outside of headphones.
4. Sound Openings Carefully clean with lightly dampened cotton swab.
5. Dry Thoroughly Air dry or wipe with a clean, dry cloth.

By following these steps, you can keep your JBL headphones clean and in good working order.