Stop AirPods Making High-Pitched Noise: Easy Fixes & Tips

Dealing with high-pitched noise from your AirPods can be frustrating. Here are some easy fixes and tips to help you resolve this issue.

How to Fix AirPods Making High-Pitched Noise?​

1. Reset Your AirPods​

• Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
• Tap on Bluetooth.
• Locate your AirPods in the list of devices and tap the i information button next to them.
• Select Forget This Device.
• Place your AirPods back in their case and close the lid.
• Wait for 30 seconds, then open the lid again.
• Press and hold the button on the back of the case until the light flashes amber, then white.
• Reconnect your AirPods to your devices by bringing them close to your iPhone and following the on-screen instructions.

This reset process can resolve many connection issues and glitches that might be causing the high-pitched noise.

2. Switch Between Noise Control Modes​

• Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
• Tap on Bluetooth.
• Locate your AirPods in the list of devices and tap the i information button next to them.
• Under the Noise Control section, you’ll see options like Noise Cancellation, Transparency, and Off.

• Try switching between these modes to see if the noise disappears.

Switching modes can help identify if the problem is related to a specific mode, such as Transparency mode, and might stop the noise.

3. Turn Off Automatic Head/Ear Detection​

• Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
• Tap on Bluetooth.
• Locate your AirPods in the list of devices and tap the i information button next to them.
• Scroll down to Automatic Head/Ear Detection and toggle off its button.

Turning this feature off can prevent issues if the sensors that detect whether the AirPods are in your ears are malfunctioning.

4. Clean Accumulated Moisture and Sweat​

Regular AirPods:​

• Gently wipe the black mesh of your AirPods with a clean microfiber towel.
• Blow away any loose debris.

AirPods Pro:​

• Remove the ear tips from your AirPods Pro.
• Wipe them with a clean microfiber towel.

AirPods Max:​

• Remove the ear cushions.
• Use an Apple SIM card pin to gently remove the headband from the pods.
• Wipe all the detached parts with a clean microfiber towel.

Removing moisture and sweat from the AirPods can prevent any electrical interference that might be causing the high-pitched noise.

5. Reattach the Silicone Tips Properly​

• Remove the silicone tips from your affected AirPod.
• Hold the AirPod so the black speaker mesh is facing up.
• Reattach the silicone tip so that a faint black line is visible from that angle.

Proper reattachment can ensure that the tips fit well and do not cause any feedback that leads to high-pitched noises.

6. Check for Physical Damage​

• Inspect your AirPods for any signs of physical damage or misalignment.
• If you notice any minor issues, try to patch them yourself.
• For significant damage, contact Apple Support or visit an Apple Store.

Physical damage can cause various sound issues, and identifying it early can help you decide whether you need a repair or replacement.

7. Use a Hair Dryer on Low Heat​

• Set a hair dryer to a low heat setting.
• Carefully direct the airflow over the affected AirPods for about 15 seconds.

This can help evaporate any moisture trapped inside the AirPods that might be causing the high-pitched noise.

8. Enable Background Sounds​

• Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
• Tap on Accessibility.
• Go to Audio/Visual > Background Sounds.
• Enable it and set the sound to Rain at 0% volume.

This method can help mitigate the high-pitched noise issue temporarily until a firmware update is released.

9. Contact Apple Support​

If none of the above solutions work, it's best to contact Apple Support. They can run diagnostics and might provide a replacement if necessary.

These steps cover various aspects of troubleshooting, from software settings to physical maintenance, ensuring that you can find a solution regardless of the root cause of the high-pitched noise in your AirPods.