I have already done enough damage to my ears that I have two forms of tinitus, so going forward I am interested in a good brand of hearing protection. Pipe up please if you use any and which you would suggest. I can search the net for this but I want actual user input here.

Thanks

Arc

_________________
...I for one, sure would appreciate the return of intelligent conversation, spirit of assistance and the simple yet effective ignoring of those who can't seem to hang with that...
Best regards,
rob

...huh, wut did you say??? lol!

The best route is to go to an audiologist and have custom plugs moulded to your ear canals. More expensive than generic plugs, but worth the money because they fit perfectly, won't annoy you with 'hotspots', and don't allow sound to leak around them.

These are highly thought of as well - http://www.etymotic.com/hp/erme.html

I just steal (uh, borrow) them from my job.

Several different styles to choose from at work, which is required to wear out in the units. I've found a couple of different pairs that work really well. You can get a variety pack from internet safety companies to find out which pair fits best.

_________________
2000 American Deluxe Stratocaster
2011 Gibson Les Paul Trad Pro 50's
2007 Epi Les Paul Custom
90's ESP Eclipse
JH-1B Jimi Hendrix Crybaby
Analogman KOT
Korg Pitchblack
Boss NS-2 PH-2
Blues Deluxe Reissue
1999 & 2007 Marshall TSL 100 w/1960BV cab

Lady Armadillo stands behind me and puts her fingers in my ears.

Actually, I have some higher-end plugs that reduce volume but don't mess up too many frequencies...I'll have to look the brand name up.

_________________
Good Vibes To Y'all!



Screamin' Armadillos
Texas Roadhouse Music
Guitar/Slide Guitar/Harp/Vocals

Yeah I found out about hearing protection a little late.........

tinitus and 40% hearing loss later I now use in ear monitors as any plugs actually cause problems with the hearing loss I already have........

_________________
speak slowly I'm a drummer too!!

And I proudly lack a stick or a kazoo up my arse...........

I use Hearos. The only problem I have is that I can hear the ringing in my ears worse when the music stops. Tinnitus isn't a joke, I have it, and sometimes it just drives you nuts. It can't be fixed. Protect your hearing.
http://www.guitarcenter.com/Hearos-High ... 1134130.gc

_________________
Life...... It's sexually transmitted and always fatal

My amp's volume control.



Arjay

_________________
"Here's why reliability is job one: A great sounding amp that breaks down goes from being a favorite piece of gear to a useless piece of crap in less time than it takes to read this sentence." -- BRUCE ZINKY

I have 14khz ringing all the time. I just notice it more at different times and I also have a low rumble that I only hear when I'm trying to sleep. Thanks for the feedback so far folks.

Arc

_________________
...I for one, sure would appreciate the return of intelligent conversation, spirit of assistance and the simple yet effective ignoring of those who can't seem to hang with that...
Best regards,
rob

Arjay: I need 'em more for concerts than anything else. I like to be close to the front and that has it's problems.

_________________
...I for one, sure would appreciate the return of intelligent conversation, spirit of assistance and the simple yet effective ignoring of those who can't seem to hang with that...
Best regards,
rob

I use Vater Percussion earplugs,they have 2 pairs of baffles that you can interchange for greater volume suppression when needed. I paid about $20 for mine and really find them good as they have minimal effect on cancelling out certain frequencies and you pretty well hear everything that you're supposed to but at a lower volume.

_________________
'65 Strat,65 Mustang,65 Jaguar,4 more Strats,3 vintage Vox guitars,5 Vox amps,'69 Bassman with a '68 2-15 Bassman cab,36 guitars total-15asst'd amps total,2 vintage '60s Hammond organs & a myriad of effects-with a few rare vintage ones.

Right now I use cheap Etymotics (like Hearos) when I'm at concerts. I have to admit I'm pretty bad about using them onstage though. I prefer to hear what it actually sounds like when I'm playing. I really need to invest in some of those custom earplugs made specifically for musicians someday when I have the money.

_________________
Website: http://www.rebeccalaird.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebeccalairdmusic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/beckslaird
Instagram: http://instagram.com/beckslaird

I too have tinnitus and I have been using lipoflavinoid plus and it does in fact work or help for me.You have to take it regulalry but it has been helping.I have it so bad at times I can't concentrate.Mine is mainly from use of firearms with inadequate protection years ago I now take all necessary actions to protect them

_________________
1986 Fender Sidekick Reverb 35
1990 Fender Red Knob - "The Twin"
1992 Fender Newporter - Acoustic
2000 Fender American Series Strat - Natural ash
2010 Fender Mustang 1
2011 Fender Blacktop Jazzmaster -Sunburst
2012 Fender Champion

Ear plugs dull my hearing badly, even in-ear monitors.

I can still hear things most people can't hear, but I know my ears took a hit.

I was about to go see a doctor for a hearing aid.

Lipoflavinoid looks interesting! How long have you been taking this for and what does it do for your hearing??? Any side effects?

Ha, that's interesting. They actually do the opposite for me. Ear plugs cut down the white noise effect of high volume so I can hear the bits I want to hear better. I positively prefer wearing them.

Personally, I just use the cheapo generic type in the pic below. I am certain the glamorous custom made jobbies are much better, but cripes they can be expensive! That's a serious issue: people need to be protecting their ears from the start but young players likely aren't in a position to shell out the cash required.

Still, the basic ones below are much better than nothing. And a good tip is not to buy them in music stores, where they are insanely over-priced. I've seen the identical product (under many different brand names) sold as a travel aid for use on airlines and such at about a quarter the price. Check out the revolving accessories stand in luggage shops, airports and similar.



Or go for Shure's custom-fitted top-end in-ear monitoring system. So far that's the best I've come across - if you are willing to pay.

Cheers - C

_________________