How to Replace Bose QC35 Ear Pads

Learn How to replace your old Bose QC (I and II) Headphone Ear Pad Cushion Foam.
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[@JavierMercedes]

anyone else let their headphones get as bad as mine before replacing? 😂

[@Patbird]

Haha yup. 🤣

[@ePICS8]

Me!

[@StevieeG]

I was jogging frequently in mine for 2 and a bit years... they smelled pretty bad. Just popped on your vid as I opened the replacement set I had bought. You saved me a lot of head scratching!

[@ePICS8]

@@StevieeG Feels like new again haha

[@MartynMassop]

Mine were starting to crack from the amount of usage, popped on a new pair and they feel like new but I can't help but feel that noise cancellation isnt as strong as it was on the original set, even though they're all installed properly and the pad is under the clips as required.

[@timvertz3687]

Make sure you are under good lighting when you try to replace the cushions, I failed several times and got frustrated, I moved to better lighting and got it done the first try. Makes it easier to see the tabs. Also if you look at all 10 tabs, two of them are closer to each other than any of the others. I found it easiest to get those two done first, then to move on from there. Hope this is helpful to at least one person out there cause even after watching the video I had a rough time at first.

[@arunvenkatraman9635]

Definitely this!

[@lc4Music747]

thank you

[@quasak5830]

thanks!

[@gillianmurphy3376]

TYSM!!!!

[@stemassassin1721]

I was doing this for 30 minutes, watched other videos and tutorials and this is what helped me see how it was able to hook underneath for the ring itself 😅😂 TY!

[@mikemaresh2417]

You ain’t kidding! Just replace my cushions. It feels like fresh out the box 2017 all over again. 😂

[@daphneswersky8289]

Hey, Javier your video for replacing the Bose QC35 is "Grandma Approved" . It was easy to watch and very informative. I enjoyed your step by step tutorial with "don'ts and 2 listing options on where to buy replacements. Thank you so much. Wish I could give you 2 thumbs up.

[@katchewy2469]

I'm on my second set of bose head phones. I've been re-sewing the foam back in and I keep worrying that I'll damage them. I was doing this because I didn't know they were replaceable and I can't afford new ones. So I'm giving you a Big Thank You!!! This will save me a ton of time and prolong them. I have ear sensitivity and use them ALL the time.

[@TheRetroRoadshow]

Add me to the list of people who are grateful for this video! The ear pads on my QC35 II's started to flake apart and I ordered a replacement set nearly identical to the ones shown here, and your step-by-step (especially the suggestion of working under bright light) was perfect. One thing though: I opted to leave the original "L" and "R" shields in place and only replaced the pads. I'll update here again if or when this causes my QC35 II's to burst into flames 🔥😄🔥

[@LATriBri]

Same... didn't see a need to replace those either

[@tomfranz2177]

I was thinking this was going to be more difficult than it was. Very easy to do and a real difference maker as the old ear pads were disintegrating!

[@stevenboyton2585]

Excellent tutorial Javier. Many thanks! Good to know companies like Bose still have consumers in mind by providing replacement parts. And yes... mine were as bad as yours!

[@bacca71]

Javier: Nicely done and simply explained - there's an art to that. Believe it or not, I bought mine in 2017 and the right earpiece just split wide open several days ago (always handled them with care, so they lasted). I bought this exact same earpiece replacement that you used in the demo, and will find out tonight how apt I am at the process. Hopefully like a breeze. Many thanks for this little video, it was very helpful.

[@eduardojunqueira8904]

I have followed your instructions and it works perfectly. It's awesome to get the noise insulation back. Thank you. Javier, you are the ruler of the entire galaxy.

[@billmckinley328]

Very nice quality DYI video, Javier! Wasn't sure how this little project was going to go down as there were no instructions with the replacement kit. It's not rocket science but your detail video and audio of the snapping sounds when the pads retainer snaps, helped me get it in a few minutes. You're a natural at this, man. Keep up the great work!

[@boyeemil13]

Thank you, I was so upset when my expensive headphones apparently had this problem. I was shocked at the replacement price (it’s worse in CAD), and was scared to try and do replacements myself. Your video helped so much, thank you!

[@amandabiron7037]

Really appreciate this after reading reviews on how much trouble people had installing the new pads. I also thought I was going to have to dish out money for a new set and discovered replacement pads yesterday. So happy and relieved!🤓

[@LadyLithias]

Thank you. I had no idea what half the terms meant in the instructions. I can still remember getting my Bose headphones in one of those early-bird-only-for-an-hour sales on Amazon. I didn't realize how good of a deal I got until the pads started to deteriorate, and then when I saw that they were nowhere near the $99 I paid for them, I started researching replacing the ear pads. Amazing transformation!

[@ucheezeala6509]

Many thanks Javier! Even after 3 years your video tutorial is still being very helpful. Just replaced mine after many struggles and almost regretting buying a replacement.

[@user-je7vb8jb7p]

Thank you for the video. I've used qc for about 4 years, and the only part that's started to wear out was the cushions. Your video was very helpful for replacing them.

[@WillPrice-Music]

Javier, thanks so much! Your candid and detailed instructions made the task of replacing the ear pads on my wife's QC35's a breeze!

[@cantuaband9901]

Best Tutorial, straight to the point and easy to understand. Thanks I changed mine and I’m very happy.

[@roughryder5]

Wow thanks. clipping it back on was a chore. Watching this gave me confidence. Thanks bruv.

[@BrunaPinheirox]

Thank you so much for this very detailed tutorial, I replaced my ear pads very quickly with no issues!

[@salinascgs]

Bro thank you so much! I was literally about to go out and buy new headphones but was like... Nah man there's gotta be a cheaper route. I definitely did not want to waste a few hundred bucks to avoid the aging black residue on my ears, but this made me happy.

[@EctopicElm00707]

Well explained - many thanks. This is one of those jobs that looks intimidating at the start, but actually turns out to be quite easy - when you know how!

[@lars878]

saw this video a couple of months ago and didnt know this was possible. This week I finally ordered the muffs (same ones as in the video) and applied them to my bose q35. brand as new. thank you for the easy to follow video and making it known this was possible.

Thank you SO MUCH. I wasn't able to click-fit the new cushions till I saw your video. Your explanation is so clear it made the whole thing very easy. :D

[@wokeamerica142]

great video man, glad i found out you can just replace the pads too lmao. i had no idea you could actually take the pads off . I was under the assumption that bose made it so you had to buy new headphones or deal with the pads falling apart

[@stashizphotography]

describing that the ring needed to go under and not forced on top of the clasps was key for me. THANK YOU.

[@DianaGladney]

Super smart! Glad those are replaceable vs having to ditch the whole thing! Makes sense! 💯 Great video!

[@JavierMercedes]

Thanks for watching Diana!

[@tektrades7539]

So I got my replacements and just swapped them. It was very easy to get the old ones off after Javier's note about the clips (I ended up not destroying the old ones getting them off). Putting the new ones on was a bit tricky until I got the hang of it. Anyone reading this who hasn't replaced yet- pay attention to the part in the video where he describes using his thumbs and index finger. Once I got one side on, the other side was very easy.

[@chaomanUS]

Just got the same replacement followed by the link you shared and replaced it. It was not a difficult process and the new pads provided a brand new feeling. Thanks for the video.

[@ScottJohnson4449]

Just did them. Overnighted from Amazon, got here at 0700. Took about 10 minutes to do with my fat fingers. They look great! Thanks, dude!

[@parlanmcgaw7081]

Excellent - so helpful! this is the first tutorial I've seen that gives clear instruction on how to remove the old ear pads. Thanks!

[@calabamian]

Two sets of earcups, two refresher courses. Well done lad.

[@Ms80Summer]

Thank you so much for this! 🤩 I was truly about to buy another pair because the foam in my old ones were FINISHED 😩 Thanks to you, you saved me a couple hundred dollars! 🤩

[@TimDurkan]

mine were literally sitting on the desk next to me when I saw this video…my pads have been disintegrated for a few months and I had no idea they made replacements lol…just ordered them - THANK YOU!

[@scottcook6912]

Not only was I happy to learn that I could purchase a new set of ear pads for my Bose headset, I was totally happy with this video.

[@jaymielutz]

Thank you so much! Definitely helps to see this tutorial in action, rather than just looking at pictures they give you.

[@Edico999]

I used the same ear pads you highlight in your video (red camo). After a few months they became very uncomfortable. I switched back to the Bose originals which are more supple (less foam) and more comfortable. Better sound too. I should have spent the extra $16 from the beginning. Thanks for the video.

[@OperationMegalodon]

Where did you find the originals?

[@FireBender25]

Great video, well explained!! I just replaced mine and they look and feel like a brand new pair of headphones! Thank you so much Javier!

[@paulorigon5574]

Great video with clear directions and high quality. I need to replace my ear pads and your video helped me A LOT. Thank you!

[@adamwarlock8304]

Clear, informative, straight forward tuto. Nice job man.

[@markusaurelius777]

Hey Javier, I just got the replacements myself and your video described precisely what needed to be done right to put them on. For the life of me, I couldn't get them in right!!! Thanks so much brother! You rock!!

[@robr.3679]

Excellent walk-through. You helped me avoid making the same mistakes.... especially since mine did not come with instructions. Thank you!

[@greggm8521]

Thank you for this video. I especially liked where you highlighted the locations of the clips with green circles. Nice helpful touch!

[@bandeleonafalujo1005]

Thanks for this tutorial. Explaining the "Click Sound" for the Ear Pads in the video is very helpful.

[@SlyPstmn]

Thanks for this guide. Finally got round to replacing my ear cushions and this saved me a whole lot of frustration!

[@simonspeak9288]

A little tip some may find helpful. Mark off with a pencil the locations of each tab. It makes it so much easier to figure out where you need to click or place the rim underneath the tabs when you are putting the new pads on. It literally took me a minute for each side having previously struggled for ages and wanted to throw them out of the window!

[@Nick-kq2sw]

Excellent - thanks for your help on this! I, actually my wife ;-) was able to install in less than 5 minutes. Now my headphones look and feel brand new again!

[@guevara7E]

Waiting for my replacement cushions to be delivered and will definitely check this video again when replacing them. Thank you!!

[@luciesupstairs]

Thank you for the dupe recommendation. I held off ordering pads from Bose bc I thought the replacement was a planned obsolescence strategy - the headphones are built to break so you spend money fixing them, and they manufacture your consent in creating waste. However, once I removed the pad they were VERY gross underneath, so although I still think the pads aren't the best quality (foam coming out after only a year), I can see a hygiene benefit in changing the pads. Thank you!

[@abadgianluca]

Was looking for this and surprised to see your channel again! I go to you for Editing/camera tips surprised to see you cover this, too! GREAT!

[@brianmsantos]

Just used this video to install my new ear pads, thank you so much it made me feel more comfortable doing it myself!

[@rc93yo6]

Super clear! the best replacement tut on KZbin! Thanks a lot!

[@javierechevarria1548]

Great video. You explain how to proceed perfectly. Short and sweet. Thank you for taking the time.

[@blueocean21042]

Thank You Javier for this instructional video!

[@bbffc97]

Thanks legend! On to my third set of replacement cushions now but the headphones themselves just won’t die - four years or so of use every single day. Kudos to Bose

[@Steve-it6lf]

Thanks Javier. Mine came WITHOUT instructions so you saved me! Very clear and useful guidance.

[@neuroll]

Thank you so much this is so helpful. Especially that most ear pads don't come with a replacement guide.

[@therealbrentrolland]

Thank you for this awesome video! Time for me to get to work on replacing!

[@tommcintire2411]

Thank you so much! This was the second video I watched and was able to get the new pads in with your good instructions.

[@jackmoore1415]

Thank you so much, this is my second time replacing these earcups and the first time took 10x longer than it did after following this video just now.

[@xunil1987]

Excellent. I just replaced my ear pads following this tutorial. All perfect!

[@plev10]

Oh man I'm glad I found your video! I'm not the most handy person in the world, so to match up replacement cushions with 20 hooks is going to be one helluva challenge. Wish me luck and thanks!

[@penguincustard1]

Prefect, good instructions and no waffle. Much appreciated.

[@DJMaRr]

i am here in the philippines & your video helped me replaced my father’s bose earphone pads. sincerely thankful for this video. right on 🤜🏻💥🤛🏼

[@sheylatendero1487]

So helpful!!! Also tip for the LADIES/ people with LONG NAILS, watch out for them when youre doing this you dont want to tear the ear pads or the scrim mat :) Took me a whole 15 minutes to get the hang of this but once you do your headphones will feel as good as new!

[@retsehcnamdetinu1672]

Many many thanks for this video man, almost bought a brand new set of headphones. Saved a few quid for me, cheers!!

[@samvito3338]

Clear, concise and well done video. Thanks so much.

[@naylorpd]

Great video, two tips were very helpful. In these COVID times a spray of 95% ethanol brought off the old glue pretty easily.

[@le5669]

Thank you! Diagram on the website didn't cut it for me but now I get it and I'm excited to replace my earpads when they arrive on Friday(I did get suckered into buying OEM)

[@BryanOP]

Your video is so clean and so easy bro thank you!!! literally made changes these so damn easy and helped me avoid the mistakes you mentioned

[@rpm773]

The video was a great help to see what needed to be done with the tabs - thanks! For others that may see this in the future (including myself 😃), I bought a knock-off set of pads that didn't come with a tool. I found a car panel tool to work great in getting the rubber rim into the tabs. You still want to be a little careful so as not to pierce the padding with the tool.

[@BazAitch]

Excellent video. Followed your instructions and my headphones are now as good as new. Thanks!

[@noodleba]

Thank you legend. New pads (2nd new set) were a real struggle but your video helped a lot. Thank you.

[@LAMAHkun]

wow, i literally needed a video like this because my bose headphones be looking crusty af haha.

[@Erana-Quesada]

Thanks for your video. It was very helpful. I wish I had found your channel before I ordered a replacement. Mine didn’t come with a plastic tool like the ones you had. It would’ve saved me time, though I finally got the ones I had installed. I’ve added your recommended replacement brand for the future.

[@RonPascal]

you killed it such a great video in 3 MINUTES!

[@amberstewart8432]

Thank you for the close up on the little snaps! Once you showed those and explained how they work, it was much easier. :)

[@shranda]

Good tutorial! We just changed pads after watching this! Thank you!

[@isalub3850]

You're the best! Thank you so much. Mine didn't come with a manual so this was very much needed and even more appreciated!

[@Temboz]

Thankyou for the fast and detailed instructions...I will be replacing mine soon as they are worn out...I have QC II 35.

[@mango-63]

Just stopping by to say thanks for sharing this! Very useful!

[@juhelius1234]

thank you for this extremely clear tutorial, worked like a charm :)

[@danrose8090]

This is the best video i've find so far, great explanation!

[@charlydufourcq498]

Merci frero ça fait 2 ans que j’avais pas de mousses tu m’as sauvé la vie frangin

[@NoelMalekar]

Thanks for the video. Is it necessary to remove the old foam Mats? Mine seem to be fine.I just replaced the Cushion pads

[@ffatheranderson]

Thanks. 😊 You disarmed all possible traps for our and your expirience while you were doing it.

[@SuperMortiki]

Better explanation than most others, thumbs up for you 👍

[@canadiandiver33]

Thank you so much! This video was way better then the little instruction sheet I was provided.

[@davidmariarivas]

Thank you so much!!! Great and easy video to follow and straight to the point! Love it and just fix my headset.

[@artemc9826]

Pro tip for those trying to remove low bond adhesives, WD-40. Put on paper towel, let sit for 10min, then scrape off with a plastic tool. Thanks for the vid. Good to see the mistakes and the correct way.

[@lyric8006]

Best instruction video for replacing Bose headphone pads.

[@hosseinabolghasem938]

Thanks for the instruction! It took me one minute to fix the right one and 5 min for the left one !!!!

[@James-vx7df]

Thanks heaps Javier. Just ordered the replacements

[@cameliabennaceur6184]

Very helpful ! Thank you very much for the tutorial !! Happy New Year !!

[@rockabillybabygirl]

This was so helpful. Thank you!

[@seanmurphyTHEONEANDONLY]

Very helpful video! Thanks Javier!!

[@1943Fletcher]

Thank you, Javier. Very helpful!

[@cesarjimenez1859]

this quite literally saved me 350 bucks, Thank you sooo much

[@nathanbrown3141]

Thanks man! Was super helpful and clear.

[@iamtraditi4075]

Thank you so much! I didn't even realise I was making the first mistake when I tried!