Getting the right hearing protection is a life changing experience. Jul Hearing Aid Solutions provides multiple options to prevent noise induced hearing loss. These choices are based on lifestyle needs, personal preferences and experience with other hearing devices.
Hearing Loss Type
The three main types of hearing loss are conductive, sensorineural and mixed. Sensorineural is the most common, and is often related to noise exposure. When an individual experiences this type of hearing loss, it is important to note that it doesn’t mean permanent loss. Side effects related to these hearing conditions range from light tinnitus to severe balance issues. Hearing protection is preventative, and does a good job of nullifying dangerous noise from the environment.
Custom Protection
When sound becomes too overwhelming, custom protection is recommended. Custom earplugs are a step up from the disposable variants that don’t have any specialized features. Custom earplugs cater to several different lifestyles, hobbies and professions. Their features reflect the individual’s usage, so a custom fit is necessary for optimization. Just like hearing aids, the custom fit will meet the expected comfort levels of all day wear. In the event that maximum protection from sound is required, ear muffs are a fantastic alternative for soundproofing.
Musicians Earplugs and Monitors
Musicians have an innate talent to hear music at a higher level. This is their craft, so hearing is something that they can’t afford to lose. Musician’s earplugs were created to protect hearing while creating music in the studio. When producers listen to the same track hundreds of times a day, there is a danger of developing temporary hearing loss. Musician’s earplugs prevent this from happening by balancing out the highs and lows. These specialized earplugs are a better solution than generic earplugs without an attenuator.
When the music goes from the studio to a live concert, a different type of hearing protection is used. A stage wedge receives live sound from one or two sources. Traditionally, wedges were the go-to for musicians performing live. The effectiveness of wedges was tied to volume, so this would often create problems for the hearing health of everyone on stage.
In ear monitors are tiny speakers that go in the ear of the performer. It offers superior sound quality, mobility, and optimal volume levels. The performer can hear themselves live without any of the damaging sound levels of a wedge setup. Allowing musicians to have personal control of how they hear sound is a necessary and empowering part of being an artist.