[JudgmentZefhyr]

I have a problem. I have a pair of Audio-Technica ATH-ESW9 but the cable is tangled up and won't go back to it's original shape.
 
I think the problem is that I had stored in a case like this one:
 

 
I had the ESW9 in there and the wire stored in a circular bundle in the middle of the headband. So now, the cables above the Y split are formed into state where it constantly tangles itself. If I untangle them and let go, it auto goes back to that state instantly. Even if I use something to hold the cable in places for a few hours and then come back and remove it, they still tangle back.
 
Is there a way to fix this? Main problem seems to be that the wires are twisted around and even if held back, they are twisted against itself.

 

[squallkiercosa]

I suggest to check out this video. The cable is not the problem, how you twist it is.
 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oa83QoOzZMw
 
The cable wont go back to its original shape. Try to not force it from now on.

 

[JudgmentZefhyr]

Thanks for the video, I'll keep that in mind for the future.
 
Unfortunately, it doesn't help with fixing my current issue.
 
I've read some suggestions elsewhere and would these be safe options to do?

1. Using a heat dryer on the cable/wire to remelt it and allow it to shift back into shape. Would this harm the cable or the headphones?
 
2. Wrapping the cable around a glass of boiling water, which allows the heat to do the same as the heat dryer but more concentrated.

 

[squallkiercosa]

Dude, don't. Do yourself a favor and be careful from now on.