Thread: Earplugs?
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Old 04-03-2007, 08:17 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Re: Earplugs?

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Originally Posted by Mikey View Post
That's what I had to do. I had my ENT specialist make molds of my ears, and had a set of custom-fitted plugs made with removable inserts for 15 and 30 db.

These cost me $150, but they are the best I've found. I've lost enough hearing already...........
I used earplugs while playing in the Army. It seems that Army bands have two volumes........loud and louder. The plugs Mikey is referring to are what most Army musicians wear. They are top notch and really help. Just make sure you don't lose the inserts.
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