AirPods: Possible Reasons For Muffled Sound (& Fixes To Try)
Owners of Apple’s AirPods might occasionally encounter a muffled sound. Although this might be the result of an actual problem that needs a repair or replacement, the issue could also be much simpler to fix. This is particularly true for earbuds that are older or have been used extensively over time. To make sure the problem is not serious, there are some quick and common solutions users can try to see if any of them fix the muffled sound problem.
AirPods are one of the more popular earbud options. Besides being highly compatible with Apple’s ecosystem and devices, they offer good sound quality and a durable build. Furthermore, people who have the Pro version receive some additional premium features (such as active noise canceling and water resistance). Regardless if you have AirPods, AirPods 2, AirPods 3, or AirPods Pro, muffled sound issues can become a regular annoyance.
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Over time, there have been multiple reports on Apple’s support site of users encountering a muffled sound issue with their AirPods. When working correctly, AirPods should sound crisp and clear like any other pair of earbuds. But that's not always the case. If your AirPods have started to sound muffled over time, there are a few easy tips you can follow to (hopefully) make them sound new.
One of the most common causes of muffled AirPods is that they've become dirty. Whether it be earwax, dust, dirt, or anything else that's found its way on the AirPods' speakers, having a bunch of gunk clogging up the earpiece is a surefire way to get muffled audio. The good news? Cleaning your AirPods takes no time at all.
If you see particularly big chunks piled up on your AirPods, carefully pick them off with a
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