Noise Protection

Noise protection covers any measure aimed at reducing or mitigating the impact of unwanted sound or noise. Be that on individuals or a community, and the environment. Excessive noise can negatively affect your health, well-being, and overall quality of life.

Noise protection devices are designed to minimise your exposure to excessive noise levels in diverse environments. These devices are intended to safeguard hearing. Which subsequently prevent noise-induced hearing loss or associated health concerns.

We offer the following noise protection devices

Earplugs: Earplugs are compact. They can be disposable or reusable. You insert them into your ear to attenuate or diminish the transmission of sound waves. They are crafted from a variety of materials, including foam, silicone, or rubber. You would commonly use them in noisy environments such as construction sites, factories, concerts, and during recreational pursuits like shooting or motorcycling. It’s worth noting that these earplugs are not custom-made.

Custom Hearing Protection: Some individuals require custom-fitted hearing protection devices tailored to the shape and size of their ears for optimal comfort and effectiveness. We typically take impressions of your ears and then make personalised earplugs or earmolds from them.

For some people custom-fitted hearing protection devices are preferable. They are made to fit the unique shape and size of your ears. This ensures optimal comfort and effectiveness. Our standard procedure involves taking impressions of your ears. We then use the impressions to create personalised earplugs or earmolds tailored to your specifications.

Hearing Protection for Musicians

Hearing protection for musicians is really a must have item. They are continuously exposed to high levels of sound during rehearsals, performances, and studio sessions. This continued exposure can lead to hearing damage and long-term hearing loss.

Traditional earplugs may distort sound quality and hinder the musicians ability to hear themselves and others accurately. This is why specialised hearing protection options have been developed. This specialist protection is designed to address the specific needs of musicians.

Custom-Moulded Earplugs: We make custom-mould earplugs to fit your ear canal precisely. They fit comfortably and securely. This is especially important for musicians who perform for extended periods. Custom-moulded earplugs offer superior sound quality and attenuation compared to generic earplugs. As well as being tailored to a musicians specific needs and preferences.

In-Ear Monitors (IEMs): In-ear monitors allow musicians to hear themselves and their bandmates clearly. They also block out external noise. They are custom-fitted for optimal sound isolation and comfort. IEMs provide a personalised monitoring experience. This allows musicians to control the mix of their instruments and vocals directly in their ears.

As well as acting as monitors, IEMs also act as hearing protection devices. This is because they reduce the requirement for on-stage monitors, and therefore loud on-stage volume.

Musician’s Earplugs + Interchangeable Filters: Some musician’s earplugs come with different filters. These filters allow each individual to adjust the amount of attenuation, based on the environment and their sound preferences. These earplugs are both versatile and flexible, which makes them ideal for a wide range of musical settings and genres.

Other Types of Protection

Industrial Hearing Protectors: Industrial hearing protectors should meet specific safety standards and regulations. They provide specialised noise protection for workers in specific industrial settings. They are also generally more durable, comfortable, and capable of reducing high levels of noise. The sorts of noise generated by machinery and equipment.

Sleep Earplugs: Earplugs for sleeping are soft and comfortable earplugs made to reduce ambient noise. As such they promote better sleep in noisy environments. These could be urban areas, hotels, or shared accommodations.

We also make Swimming Moulds for protection from water. And for those who use airpods, we also offer Earpod moulds to protect them!

Choosing the right noise protection device depends on various factors. You should consider:

• Noice level
• Type of noise exposure
• Comfort
• Durability
• Specific requirements for communication or environmental awareness

You will always get a better result is your device provides the right protection. And does not compromise on comfort or functionality.

Make an appointment today and tell us what your requirements are. Then we can advise you which is the best device for you.