MuseMatt Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 protection is definately the way to go. I usually do a soundcheck of my sound without them, and whilst playing I have them in to make sure my ears are safe, sound should be okay then too. These are my weapon of choice [url="http://www.alpine.nl/EN/consumer_musicsafe_pro.htm"]http://www.alpine.nl/EN/consumer_musicsafe_pro.htm[/url] Different frequency ranges possible (so you might want one ear with more high reduction if you're next to the drummer), and relatively cheap. Then again, everything is cheap when it comes to protection your hearing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah5string Posted August 27, 2008 Author Share Posted August 27, 2008 The one's I've ordered are ER 20's so will see how I get on with those Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexclaber Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 [quote name='geilerbass' post='270816' date='Aug 27 2008, 10:28 AM']I'd go for the ER25s - particularly if you're playing heavy music. In fact, there are times that even a 25dB cut doesn't feel enough.[/quote] If your stage sound is loud enough to need ER25s then I pity your vocalist! However I agree that if you're in a loud heavy band that it's probably worth trying the 25dB filters - once you have the plugs made for you then the filters are relatively cheap. I think they do 9dB ones as well but I can't really see the point of them unless you have a very quiet drummer. Good move on the ER20s, a very wise investment! Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cantdosleepy Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 My special lady-friend has 9dB filters for her earplugs for travelling on the tube and that kind of thing. I've worn ER20s for a year now and I'm very happy with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geilerbass Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 [quote name='alexclaber' post='270865' date='Aug 27 2008, 11:30 AM']If your stage sound is loud enough to need ER25s then I pity your vocalist! However I agree that if you're in a loud heavy band that it's probably worth trying the 25dB filters - once you have the plugs made for you then the filters are relatively cheap. I think they do 9dB ones as well but I can't really see the point of them unless you have a very quiet drummer.[/quote] It's the guitarists and drummers that I blame! Yeah, it is pretty damn loud - but it's more at rehearsal, when you're crammed into a tiny space where the sound has nowhere to dissipate that it feels as though you need the ER25s. Though I've found that they're so good that I can hear things fine through them, even at everyday volume. Which reminds me, I really need to get a new set as I've had mine for a few years now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 Here's the Ear Protection sticky! Defintely worth a read as to why you SHOULD spend on decent ear plugs! [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=533"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=533[/url] I have mild tinnitus, I also have the ER 15/25 moulded ear plugs. I'm sure it has been said on this thread, but I can not stress the following information enough!!! [b] That ringing in your ears after a gig is your ears telling you damage has been done. You may think that when the ringing has gone the following day, that all is well. IT ISN'T. The damage is cumulative each time your ears ring and is irreparable. A little bit more on top of the last time you hurt your ears. One day the ringing doesnt go away and you are stuck with it. I know!!! You'll get no warning either. It *could* be the next time you rehearse! [/b] My friends suffers from constant white noise in his ears, like trying to sleep next to an out of tune TV! - I have a whistle in my right ear, probably from cymbals over the years and another whistle of a different pitch in my left ear. Get moulded plugs people.. £160 Vs the future of your hearing is nothing!! - Honestly! Its cheaper than a gaming console! Hell! Sell the console!! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexclaber Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 [quote name='geilerbass' post='270930' date='Aug 27 2008, 12:53 PM']Which reminds me, I really need to get a new set as I've had mine for a few years now...[/quote] I wonder what happens as they age? Mine are 7 years old now but seem to work just fine and still fit well. Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuseMatt Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 It's said you need to replace them every 3 years or so because your ears grow... however.. i think it might be a bit over the topc to do so.. every 5 years or so with moulded ones should be fine (if they're not totally greasy after that ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 +1 for the moulded ones, like Alex the best "music gear" I have spent money on. Going to swap the 15s for 25s which my guitarist has - he didn't like the 25s but I am beginning to think I need them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalMan Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 My hearing has suffered over the years. Nowadays I use IEM's so have a better level overall as the block everything out & I set my own headphone level. Strangely my right ear (furthest from the kit) seems to have suffered worse so at small gigs & r/hs I use one plug in the good ear. There was a thraed a while back on the best plugs. I have a set similar to [url="http://www.guitarampkeyboard.com/en/71979"]these[/url] which have two (three in the case of the ones I use) sets of filters to give varying degrees of cut. [url="http://www.guitarampkeyboard.com/en/73456"]These[/url] are similar and work well. There are also the ones with more of an ear canal shape (rather than the Christmas tree) that a lot of shops have. I have used all three and get on OK with all of them, though possibly the first mentioned best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WILD FROG SHOT Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 [quote name='escholl' post='270650' date='Aug 26 2008, 11:17 PM'][url="http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/er20.aspx"]http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/er20.aspx[/url] as previously stated, these are def the way to go. only a tenner, and they actually sound pretty good, don't kill the frequency response like foam plugs do. i'm partially deaf in my left ear and suffer from a mild tinitus -- and trust me, you don't want even that. there is no price you can put on your hearing.[/quote] Yup, we all have a pair of these in my band. I make sure I always wear mine when watching other bands and occasionally in rehearsal. Can't be doing with it on stage, but it works fine at the moment as our new favourite trick is playing quietly on stage (to allow a really nice gentle tone to come across during delicate sections) and then let the p.a. do the work when we need mighty mega doom. My ad-hoc tinnitus seems to be much better now that our lead guitarist ain't so loud... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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