Members Givati Posted January 2, 2008 Members Share Posted January 2, 2008 http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/erme.aspx Or something like them? Feedback please. I'm thinking about getting my son fitted for his B-day. Its to late for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DevilRaysFan Posted January 2, 2008 Members Share Posted January 2, 2008 Huh? Speak up - I can't hear you............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Givati Posted January 3, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 Huh? Speak up - I can't hear you............... You must be using those 100 db cut ear plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Super Bass Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 Huh? Speak up - I can't hear you............... Stop shouting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DevilRaysFan Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 You must be using those 100 db cut ear plugs. I Love Those!!!! ....except that they can be a bit salty........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DevilRaysFan Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 All kidding aside, I dont know anyone that uses them....Attenuated earplugs: Wow - Its an interesting idea...Im fortunate enough to usually gig in situations most of my life that wouldnt require earplug type of protection (there have been many exceptions) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted January 3, 2008 Moderators Share Posted January 3, 2008 All kidding aside, I dont know anyone that uses them....Its an interesting idea...Im fortunate enough to usually gig in situations most of my life that wouldnt require that type of protection I don't use them, but I'd like to. I've been using these whenever I need to bring the levels down a bit. They are good, but not perfect. I have been happy to say it has been a LONG time since I've needed them for a band I play in and it is starting to be a rare occurrence to need them at any of the venues I go to listen to live music. It used to be I couldn't walk in a club without them, but my favorite venues here have taken a clue from all of the earplugs in the audience and brought the house levels to a much more appropriate volume. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Givati Posted January 3, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 I don't use them, but I'd like to. I've been using these whenever I need to bring the levels down a bit. They are good, but not perfect. Wow! quite a price difference. Wonder why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mattgaipa87 Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 When I use earplugs(which I really should) I use the hero ones that are the "rock" model or whatever. They reduce the noise but I can still hear most things unlike a typical ear plug that "flattens" everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted January 3, 2008 Moderators Share Posted January 3, 2008 Wow! quite a price difference. Wonder why? They aren't custom. They are simply these: link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Givati Posted January 3, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 They aren't custom. They are simply these: link I might just go with those. It would kill me the first time I ask my son where his $200 ear plugs are and he tells me he lost em . I wonder if these cut all freq equally? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted January 3, 2008 Moderators Share Posted January 3, 2008 I might just go with those. It would kill me the first time I ask my son where his $200 ear plugs are and he tells me he lost em . I wonder if these cut all freq equally? They won't. But they are pretty decent. Here are the specs: link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members james on bass Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 I use custom molded ear plugs and they are great. We had a thread about this a couple months ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members james on bass Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 http://acapella.harmony-central.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1771518&highlight=dB+Blockers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jazz Ad Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 I have the same stuff, although not the same brand.Custom molded with 2 different sets of filters. I paid 150 for them.I never play without them, they're always in my gigbag.They filter in a pretty much linear way, a some point you just forget them.You also hear other musicians much better because they're not so loud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Givati Posted January 3, 2008 Author Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 I have the same stuff, although not the same brand.Custom molded with 2 different sets of filters. I paid 150 for them.I never play without them, they're always in my gigbag.They filter in a pretty much linear way, a some point you just forget them.You also hear other musicians much better because they're not so loud. What brand is yours? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members georgestrings Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 I have a set of the ER-20s, and they are a great value in workable hearing protection for musicians...The bands I'm currently in don't require their use, but 2 bands in the past certainly did - I'd end up with white noise in my ears after a rehearsal... In one band, I sent the guitarist down the road - for volume, and other numerous issues - without him constantly cranking his half-stack, I don't feel the need to use hearing protection any more... The other band found a bassist(I was just filling in), and that didn't break my heart... I keep the ER-20s in a jacket pocket when I go out - besides rehearsals, I've found them useful to save my ears from fatigue while checking out an opening act, or if I'm checking out another band, and they're a bit too loud for my comfort... As for their performance - I wouldn't say their db cut is perfectly flat across the frequency board, but they don't squash all the highs that foam plugs do... Try 'em out before spendiong the $$$ on the fitted ones - you might find they'll suit you well - I *was* planning on going the fitted route, but after using the ER-20s for a bit, I'm saving my money... Hope this helps, - georgestrings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted January 3, 2008 Moderators Share Posted January 3, 2008 I have a set of the ER-20s, and they are a great value in workable hearing protection for musicians...The bands I'm currently in don't require their use, but 2 bands in the past certainly did - I'd end up with white noise in my ears after a rehearsal... In one band, I sent the guitarist down the road - for volume, and other numerous issues - without him constantly cranking his half-stack, I don't feel the need to use hearing protection any more... The other band found a bassist(I was just filling in), and that didn't break my heart...I keep the ER-20s in a jacket pocket when I go out - besides rehearsals, I've found them useful to save my ears from fatigue while checking out an opening act, or if I'm checking out another band, and they're a bit too loud for my comfort... As for their performance - I wouldn't say their db cut is perfectly flat across the frequency board, but they don't squash all the highs that foam plugs do... Try 'em out before spendiong the $$$ on the fitted ones - you might find they'll suit you well - I *was* planning on going the fitted route, but after using the ER-20s for a bit, I'm saving my money...Hope this helps, - georgestrings +1 to all of that, plus it is affordable to have several pairs so you don't get caught without them. I have sets in my coats, my gig bag, my briefcase, my car, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators isaac42 Posted January 3, 2008 Moderators Share Posted January 3, 2008 http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/erme.aspxOr something like them? Feedback please. I'm thinking about getting my son fitted for his B-day. Its to late for me. I use these: http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/er20.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators isaac42 Posted January 3, 2008 Moderators Share Posted January 3, 2008 I even use them when driving more than a few miles. Really cuts down on ear fatigue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members georgestrings Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 +1 to all of that, plus it is affordable to have several pairs so you don't get caught without them. I have sets in my coats, my gig bag, my briefcase, my car, etc. I've only had the one pair so far, and pretty much keep them in the jacket or vest I wear when going out - so I haven't been caught without them, yet... I AM planning on buying atleast a 2nd pair, though - they *could* be the best $13 I ever spent... I got mine at a local audiologist's office... I rinse mine off with 91% rubbing alcohol every so often, and haven't had any sanitary issues, yet... - georgestrings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members georgestrings Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 I even use them when driving more than a few miles. Really cuts down on ear fatigue. Yeah, they're pretty nice - I've found myself using mine a few times for other than musical purposes, and was glad to have them... - georgestrings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members georgestrings Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/erme.aspxOr something like them? Feedback please. I'm thinking about getting my son fitted for his B-day. Its to late for me. Actually, it's NEVER too late to preserve what hearing you have left - buy yourself a set of the ER-20s, too - after all, you want to be able to hear your son play, don't you??? - georgestrings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guitargod0dmw Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 I don't use them, but I'd like to. I've been using these whenever I need to bring the levels down a bit. They are good, but not perfect. I use the same ones...and I have been for years now. Sometimes we all play with isolation headphones at practice too...but not lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jazz Ad Posted January 3, 2008 Members Share Posted January 3, 2008 What brand is yours?Interson Protac ER-25. I took an appointment at the audiologist's and 2 weeks after I had them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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