Distorted music and sound from headphone socket

I've just started having an issue with my iPod touch, which is just over one year old. Whenever playing sound (music, videos etc.) the sound is distorted and "echoey" from the headphone socket, unless I apply some pressure to the connection. When I let go of the connection, the distortion returns. I have tried different headphones, but this makes no difference to the problem. Playing music on speakers via the dock connection is problem-free.
Is this an issue I can do something about myself or will I have to go to an Apple store to have the iPod fixed? If it needs to be fixed, does anyone know how much this is likely to cost me?
Thanks for any suggestions or advice!

Hi Paul,
Make sure there is no debris in the headphone jack by connecting and disconnecting the headphones a few times, as described here: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1575#faq7
If you iPod is still in warranty the repair may be free. This article: http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/service/faq/ provides more information about the iPod touch service options.
-Jason

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