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Author: Erez Katz
Date: 2026-01-16 00:32
I tried ear plugs abd they just make things worse for me.
I use over the ear protectors and play in the basement sometimes.
However, if there is a good solution for clarinetists - I am all ears.
Especially something i could use on stage.
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Author: Slowoldman
Date: 2026-01-16 01:24
After trying several over-the-counter products (none of which fit properly, so they were annoying and didn't properly control sound), I finally broke down and had an audiologist make a molded pair. They run $250-300 US. You can order different inserts to vary the sound attenuation, if needed. Mine are "Soundgear"; I'm sure there are several satisfactory brands, depending on the audiologist's preference.
Much better, especially for my orchestral playing, where I sit directly in front of the trumpets! They reliably seal the ear canal and don't loosen or pop out in the middle of a piece. Worth the expense for me; YMMV.
Also, using ear protection takes some getting used-to, so expect them to seem weird for awhile.
Amateur musician, retired physician
Delaware Valley Wind Symphony, clarinet 1
Bucks County Symphony Orchestra, clarinet 2 (sub)
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Author: Tom H
Date: 2026-01-16 02:30
I don't know how they would work for clarinet playing, but I sometimes use "Doc's Pro Plugs" for scuba diving. They have a pin hole in them to allow for equalisation. Maybe they would reduce the noise level when on land?
The Most Advanced Clarinet Book-- Sheet Music Plus item A0.1001315, Musicnotes product no. MB0000649.
Boreal Ballad for unaccompanied clarinet-Sheet Music Plus item A0.1001314.
Musicnotes product no. MNO287475
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Author: Erez Katz
Date: 2026-01-16 04:50
My challenge is pressure from inside my mouth that presses outwards through the eustachian and hits the ear drum from within in. Every time I ise something that seals the ear canal like foam ear plugs actually feels like my playing is amplified.
Maybe that diving plugs would work.
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