How To Clean Shure Foam Earbuds

Alternatively apply some isopropyl alcohol to the foam and let it evaporate.

How to clean shure foam earbuds. Foam sleeves require a longer drying time. Chances are the solution is as simple as cleaning earwax dust and debris from the inside of the earphone nozzles. To clean sleeves remove them from earphones gently rinse in warm water and air dry.

Do the same with your other hand using a piece of cloth on the connector. Use a shirt a towel or paper towel to securely grasp the sleeve. I prefer the memory foam tips that seal out all outside noise.

Do not twist or rock back and forth. Ear sleeves must be completely dry before reusing. Ear sleeves must be completely dry before reusing.

Tug gently on the earbud tip to try pulling it out. Inspect for damage and replace if necessary. Wash the tips with soapy water.

To clean sleeves remove them from earphones gently rinse in warm water and air dry. Place the earphones in the freezer overnight. Only warm water or hydrogen peroxide should be used to clean external foam windscreens.

Do not use alcohol-based disinfectants. Do it carefully or you might rip the foam from the plastic. The foam tips made by Shure can be uncomfortable -the foam feels like sandpaper in my ears- and they are expensive.