Five of the best... earplugs
Attenuating earplugs reduce the overall level of sound that can, in the long-term, cause hearing damage. But special filters in the plugs help maintain the balance of tones so music can still be fully enjoyed, making them ideal to use at loud concerts. Traditional solid earplugs do not give this even balance and can adversely affect enjoyment of music. There are a number of styles available at a range of prices. Here are five options that will offer some protection.
1. Alpine MusicSafe Pro 1 Earplugs
£14.99
This bestselling pack includes reusable, washable silicone earplugs, three different filter sets, an insertion tube and a storage container. The white filter gives low-level protection from background bar or pub music, the silver filter is for nightclubs and live gigs, while gold is for professional use.
www.earplugshop.com
2. Bilsom Clarity 656 Earplug
£2.75
Multiple-use disposable earplugs that adjust perfectly to the ear canal. Two sizes - regular and small - provide optimal fit, and they come with a soft, detachable, braided-fabric neck cord so the plugs can be removed and not lost. Small storage case included.
www.earplugs.co.uk
3. Elacin ER20 Protective Reusable Audio Armour Earplugs
£8.99
These plugs reduce the volume that reaches your ear by about 20dB which helps prevent damage to the ears. They can be cleaned and the eartips replaced (£9 for six).
www.sensorcom.com
4. Earsonics Music PAD
£17.38
A universal one-size-fits-all earplug based on Earsonic's professional (and much higher priced) range of attenuating earplugs. The filter gives an overall sound reduction of 16dB to protect hearing while boosting low and high frequencies so music quality is not lost.
www.sensorcom.com
5. ProGuard Custom Music Earplugs
£119.99
Ideal for musicians, DJs and concertgoers, these are custom-made using soft medical-grade silicone that gives a comfortable fit. They come with two pairs of filters - blue for lower-level protection adequate for concerts and gigs, and green for those who regularly listen to music at extremely high volumes. Price includes fitting costs.
www.earplugshop.com
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