About Cable Repair
We offer repair services for cables purchased from our company, for a fee.
Repair fees
- Basic fee: 500 yen per location
- If the plug is damaged or you wish to replace it, you will be charged the actual cost of the plug.
About the quote
- Even if you are not sure where the problem is, we can provide you with an estimate if you send us the cable.
Additional checks during repairs
- During the repair process, other defects may be identified.
- Please note that in this case, you may be charged separately.
Repairs for products from other companies
- We may be able to repair products that were not purchased from us, although this will be at a higher cost.
Please consult us before disposal.
- Even if the sound no longer comes out, please contact us before giving up and disposing of it.
Past repair cases
1. Repairing broken cables
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- I had been using a cable purchased from our company for a long time, but began to experience problems with sound cutting out.
- Solution: The broken part was cut and repaired by soldering.
2. Replace the plug
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- While using it, I accidentally hit the plug part and the phone plug got bent.
- Solution: Replace the plug with a new one.
3. Changing the plug size
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- Currently using a 3.5mm stereo mini plug. Request to change to a 6.3mm standard size stereo phone plug.
- Compatible with: Stereo phone plug.
4. Repairing broken headphones
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- The headphones I had been using for about 20 years suddenly broke and no sound came out.
- Solution: We confirmed that the base of the plug was broken due to deterioration over time, and repaired it by replacing it with our own plug.
Points to check before requesting repairs
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Dirt on the plug contacts
- Dirt on the plug contacts can cause poor electrical conductivity.
- Female plugs are particularly difficult to clean because the contacts are deep inside, but sometimes the problem can be fixed by simply wiping the contacts with alcohol.
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Equipment failure
- In some cases, it wasn't the cable that was broken, but the connecting equipment.
- Please also check that the equipment is working properly.
- Changing equipment and PC settings
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- Sound may stop if you touch a switch or if the settings are reset to their defaults.
- In the case of cables connected to stationary equipment, sudden disconnection is unlikely, so please check the settings of the equipment and PC.
Precautions for repairs
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Cable length
- The cable will be shortened by approximately 20 to 30 mm after checking for broken parts and installing the plug.
- If the break is in the center of the cable, we will contact you in advance.
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Regarding damage caused during repairs
- The cable may be damaged during repairs.
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Effects of aging
- In older cables, the conductors may become rusty due to aging.
- Due to the effects of rust, it may be impossible to solder or the strength of the product after repair may not be guaranteed.
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Regarding repair availability
- To date, there have been no cases of damage during repair or of the cable being unable to be repaired, however, we may refuse to accept valuable cables.
Repair request process
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inquiry
- First, please contact us via chat (icon at the bottom right of the site).
Please fill in the following information:
- Cable and plug type (order number if known)
- Current symptoms
- Equipment used
- What you want repaired or replaced (e.g. "The sound cuts out when I move the base of the plug")
- Contact details
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Notification of repair availability and estimate
- After confirming your inquiry, we will let you know whether repairs are possible and send you an estimate.
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Shipping of requested items
- Please send the item you wish to repair to the address below, postage paid by you.
〒720-0832 4023-3 Mizunomicho, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Onkodo Co., Ltd. Repair Department
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Current situation check and formal quotation
- Once we receive your item, we will check the current condition and inform you of the official repair cost.
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Payment for repairs
- Please pay for the repair fee on our EC site.
- You can also purchase the product at the same time as paying for the repair.
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Repair work
- Once payment has been confirmed, repairs will begin (usually completed within 2-5 business days).
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Shipping of repaired items
- Once the repairs are complete, we will test the product and then ship it back to you.