The correct reply to this topic is obviously "pardon"!!!
On a serious note I have just started playing again semi seriously at the age of 49. I have had two lots of ear surgery on one ear for cholesteotoma, the most recent 6 months ago.
I didn't play in any loud bands in my 20s but did spend an inordinate amount of time clubbing and also had an unfortunate incident with a firework with a very short fuse in China.
So I have tinnitus in one ear though my actual hearing is ok.
Before I start gigging I want to be prepared. Looks like moulded 17db plugs from acs or equivalent might be a good start?