Re: [Harp-L] Ear Plugs

["Randy G." <frcn@xxxxxxxxxx>]

>What earplugs do you guys recommend for gigging?  I need something more
>effective than the little foam cylinders.

I have used a number of foam earplugs for motorcycling, but for music 
I carry a pair of  "Hearos High Fidelity Ear Filters

I got them through Musician's Friend:
http://accessories.musiciansfriend.com/product/Hearos-High-Fidelity-Ear-Filters?sku=421214
These state that they give a flat attenuation across all frequencies, 
and it seems that is true.
I use these at some open mic jams where the stage houses two or three 
guitars, a harmonica player, and a bass, and I stand in front of the 
drums, under a 7 foot ceiling(!).  It is really nice to take them out 
at the end of the set and have no after-effect head-hum.

The sound that comes through is a bit muffled, but you can hear the 
mix. The next step might be to find a local audiologist and spend the 
$$$ to get a custom fit set made for musicians.


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