Klarinet Archive - Posting 000680.txt from 2002/01

From: Audrey Travis <vsofan@-----.ca>
Subj: Re: [kl] Earplugs
Date: Sat, 26 Jan 2002 11:29:11 -0500

Some of the Vancouver Symphony musicians are using ER 15 earplugs,
available at hearing aid stores. There is also an ER 25, but they
apparently cut out too much sound (obviously this would be your personal
decision). They will need to be fitted to your ears. The Vancouver School
Board also recommends the ER 15's for school band/orchestra directors.
Hope this helps out a bit.

Best wishes,
Audrey

Donna Higgins wrote:

> 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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