Ear Protection
Looking for a Music Lover’s Gift Under $30? Save Their Ears With the Vibes High-Fidelity Earplugs
This year, give your loved one’s the gift of hearing protection. Sadly, most people are unaware of the irreversible damage caused by listening and being exposed to live music. Everyone knows that concerts are loud, yet very few seem to fully grasp the dangers of the decibels. Have you ever experienced that post-show ear-ringing? Not only is it incredibly annoying, but also an early sign of hearing damage. The average concert pumps at a level of roughly 98-110dB, which can cause hearing damage within 10 minutes of exposure. A simple and effective solution for music lovers is to—you guessed it—wear hearing protection. And it’s important to select the right type of earplugs, since many solutions are designed to block out all sounds, thus muffling the music. This is why Vibes...
64% of Concert Attendees Don’t Wear Ear Protection, Poll Finds
According to a recent EDM.com poll, 64% of live event attendees don’t wear ear protection at live shows. Ear protection during live events may be a bit of a burden since you won’t hear the sound as it’s truly intended. But as live events return bigger and louder than ever, it’s important to protect your hearing as you dance under the stars and strobes. EDM.com’s poll results pertaining to ear protection at live events. EDM.com The CDC has outlined what the thresholds are before hearing damage occurs. According to their chart, 105-110dB is the maximum volume level for personal listening devices and is usually the range for most entertainment venues. Exposure to this loudness level can cause hearing damage in less than five minutes. For further reference, normal...
