Klarinet Archive - Posting 000678.txt from 2002/01

From: Donna Higgins <donna@-----.com>
Subj: [kl] Earplugs
Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2002 11:56:12 -0500

A question for list members who play in orchestras or bands:

Do you wear earplugs to protect against hearing loss, and if so, what
brand do you use and where do you buy them? My local music store sells
something that's described as "musicians' earplugs" that are supposed to
provide protection while still allowing the person to hear enough to
play. Do these work as advertised?

I never thought I needed earplugs before, but I've started playing some
percussion and those cymbal crashes are awfully loud when you're the one
doing the crashing. :-)

Thanks!

- Donna

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