Astro A40 Gen2 Speaker Replacement

Written By: Donavan Feliz
  • Comments: 3
Astro A40 Gen2 Speaker Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

5

Time Required

5 - 10 minutes

Introduction

In this step we will be removing all parts necessary to reach the speaker inside each headset. Remember that you can repeat these same steps for each side of the headset if either side needs replacement.

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    • Pull one corner of the pad to release it from the headset.

    • Pull the rest of the ear pad off.

    This is removal only.

    Note, I had to glue mine back on… Don’t follow this guide! :(

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    • Locate the four 4.5 mm Philips #0 screws on the panel shown.

    • Remove them using a Phillips #0 head screwdriver.

    • Remove the panel.

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    • Using either your fingers or a plastic opening tool, pry off the speaker cover.

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    • Locate the four 4.5 mm Philips #0 screws as shown on the speaker housing.

    • Remove the four screws using a Phillips #0 head screwdriver.

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    • Remove the housing to reveal the speaker.

    • Make sure not to break the small wire holding the two portions together.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Author

Donavan Feliz

Member since: 22/01/15

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2 comments

Where do you buy the replacement speaker ? Thanks.

Steve Rosam -

what speakers can these be replaced with? this guide is a little short on details about the actual removal and replacement of the speakers. the information here is just the start

Jasper W (Spike229) -