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Question No audio from right-side earpiece of headphones ?

Nov 18, 2023
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I've had these products for quite a while now:

Products:
  • Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro Headphones
  • FiiO E10 USB-Powered Headphone DAC

Sometimes audio only comes from the left-side of the headphones. The right-side is silent. I have 'mono audio' switched off. I've tried disabling/enabling the device. I've tried reinstalling drivers. I have the FiiO Control Panel. I've tried the headphones with and without the USB DAC.

Sometimes randomly, the right-hand side earpiece works for a short amount of time. The cable doesn't appear to be damaged, unless it is from my computer chair wheels.

What troubleshooting methods do you suggest?
 
What troubleshooting methods do you suggest?
Try the headphones with 2nd device to see if issue is with headphones.

Also, trying 2nd, known to work headphones/headset helps as well.

But as far as you've written, looks like there's RMA waiting for DT 990 Pro. (There is a reason why brand new hardware has warranty.)