Skullcandy Indy right earbud not working: [4 solutions]

Tusher Shaha

29 Nov, 2022

Is your Skullcandy Indy right earbud not working? Isn't it aggravating to listen to music with only your left ear? No worries, you can just fix it with a simple technique and enjoy audio with both of the earbuds.

Skullcandy earbuds are good-sounding and inexpensive with ANC feature, according to user reviews and tech experts. Also, while visiting Reddit and several forums, I have noticed that almost 90% of users make changes unknowingly that lead to the one earbud not working issue.

Therefore, before demanding any replacements, make sure if the earbuds are really faulty or if you have made any minor mistakes. Please read the article completely; you may find additional solutions or you can contact customer support.

Also read: How to fix the Skullcandy Jib True right earbud not working issue?

Reasons why your Skullcandy INDY right earbud not working.

Users many times do multiple same actions to pair. That is basically the common or primary reason why the Indy right earbud does not play. Besides that, some other minor reasons include:

zero charge on the right earbud.
Both earbuds aren’t paired together properly.
You haven’t performed a single reset for the time being.
Internal damages in the earbud’s speaker or Bluetooth adapter

4 Solutions - Skullcandy Indy right earbud not working.

If your Skullcandy earbuds haven't been damaged recently, the first three solutions may resolve the right earbud issue. But if it doesn’t happen, go for the fourth solution.

1. Check the charging level

Users may need to deal with earbuds for a very long time. It’s quite usual, but it’s rare that both buds will contain the same level of charge. Many times, users just deal with one bud and keep the other in the charging case. In this way, somehow the charging amount gets thrown off on the earbuds.

However, there is no changing level meter on the changing case of Indy. So, how will you know the percentage of the battery level? That’s why many times when users put on the earbuds, they notice that one bud isn’t working, and by coincidence, sometimes it is the right earbud.

Therefore, when only one earbud isn’t making any sound, try to put the earbud in the charging case, and after some time, check it. You may get the fix; otherwise, skip to the next solution.

2. Perform a quick restart

Actually, on Skullcandy Indy (even on other popular earbuds), there is no restart button. The restarting process of TWS earbuds isn't like that of a Windows computer or Android or iOS device. It’s really easy and effective at the same time.

To perform a restart,

Just take both earbuds out of your ear and keep them on the charging case.
In this way, these buds will disconnect the Bluetooth connection.
Don’t forget to turn off your device’s Bluetooth.
Wait for some time, and then take out the earbuds from the case.
Then the buds will immediately go to pairing mode.
Now, turn on the Bluetooth on your device and connect the earbuds.

This time, both the earbuds may sound.

Actually, many users attempt the same actions multiple times, or sometimes the buds don’t pair and connect with each other properly. That’s why the issue occurred. Restarting the pairing process or doing the process from scratch is a good idea for getting additional fixes.

3. Initially reset the earbuds

how to reset skullcandy indy right earbuds

If the simple restart process doesn’t fix anything, performing a factory reset will absolutely solve all the issues with pairing and sound interruptions.To reset Skullcandy earbuds, follow the steps as follows:

Firstly, disconnect the earbuds and remove Indy from your mobile’s pairing list.
Then turn off the Bluetooth on your phone.
Hold the right earbud and, on the touch control, tap four times. It will turn off. Then place it in the charging case.
In this way, the right earbud will reset. I will recommend that you also do the same thing with the left earbud.
Now, again, take out the earbuds from the case, and immediately these will go into pairing mode and connect with each other. You may listen to a beep sound "pairing."
Turn on your phone's Bluetooth, pair it with Indy, and you can now listen to both through the earbuds.

Resetting both the earbuds is really beneficial, and it fixes all issues with pairing or connecting. After resetting your earbuds, they will work like new ones.

4. Talk to Customer Support Team.

If your warranty period is still active and any of the above solutions are not providing any fixes (especially the reset method), then talk to the Skullcandy customer support center. You may need additional information related to your product. Before claiming any warranty, make sure that you have read and followed all the warranty policies.

What to do when Skullcandy Indy left earbud stops working?

Answer: Whenever you notice that one earbud (it doesn’t matter if it's left or right) isn’t producing sound, as a first aid, check the battery level, and if it’s low, then charge fully. Still not working? Try to restart the earbuds and connect again with your phone.

Also, I will recommend resetting the left earbud as a quick solution. Because it will solve all connectivity issues with the left bud, and then you may listen to music on it. If any of the methods do not work, then immediately talk to customer support.

How do I fix Skullcandy indy earbuds not pairing together?

Answer: Remember, all the issues related to pairing can be solved with just a simple reset. When any of the earbuds are not making any sound, it means they haven’t connected with each other properly. It is not the result of any technical flaws or other minor changes.

Just like the above-described resetting process, try to perform a reset on both of the earbuds. If you listen to the "pairing" voice from the earbuds, then pair them with your phone, and this time the earbuds may sound perfectly.

Conclusion

I have seen many people just listening to music with a single earbud because the other one isn't working. While your Skullcandy Indy right earbud not working, just reset it as a quick solution. It may work. If not, then without any delay, contact support and claim the warranty if it’s still active.

Tusher Shaha

Hi! I am Tusher Shaha, the author and creator of The Tech Ideal. As a content creator, I enjoy sharing knowledge. My love is reviewing the most recent smart devices (like; smartphones, earbuds, watches and so on) and keeping up with technology. Cheers!