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Music festivals, concerts, live music—these events are part of what makes the summertime so special. But as you’re soaking in the sounds of your favorite band, don’t forget to protect your hearing.
Whether you're a die-hard music lover, a first-time concertgoer, or a parent bringing your kids to see live music, you’ll want to pack quality earplugs for concerts in your summer survival kit and all year long!
Yes, you should wear earplugs to a concert, especially considering that most concerts average around 100 decibels (dB) or more, well above the safe threshold for prolonged exposure. [1] Without proper protection, just fifteen minutes of loud music can lead to temporary hearing loss or even permanent hearing damage, including tinnitus.
If you went to a concert recently and found your ears ringing afterwards, read about what to do.
Yes! It’s never too early to start protecting your hearing health. Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) doesn’t just happen as you get older.
“According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), self-reported hearing tests show that about one in seven U.S. teens and nearly one in four U.S. adults (ages 20 to 69) have features suggestive of NIHL in one or both ears.” [2]
NRR is a standardized measurement, expressed in decibels, that indicates how much sound an earplug or hearing protection device can block when worn correctly.
To put it simply, the higher the NRR number, the more sound is reduced.
Here’s where it gets a little nuanced: An earplug with an NRR of 20 dB can ideally reduce exposure to noise by up to 20 decibels. However, in real-world conditions, the actual noise reduction is typically less due to imperfect fit and usage, which is why it’s best to look for earplugs with a higher NRR number.
If you haven’t worn earplugs at a live music event before, you may not realize that good earplugs don’t muffle the sound. The best concert earplugs reduce the overall volume while keeping clarity and without distortion:
Planning to take your kids to a music event? Concert ear protection isn’t just for adults!
Protecting their ears now can help set up lifelong healthy hearing as well as teach them habits they’ll continue to use.
Amplifon Hearing Health Care is dedicated to promoting safe listening habits and helping people of all ages protect their hearing, especially during high-volume events. Our network of dedicated providers is here to guide you towards hearing health, regardless of your budget and needs.
Whether you’re shopping for concert ear protection, exploring custom solutions, or just curious about how to protect your hearing, we’re here to help you enjoy music for the rest of your life.
Use our online tool to check your benefits, and connect with a local provider.
Sources
1. National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. “Hearing protectors.” Retrieved from https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing-protectors
2. National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. “Hearing protectors.” Retrieved from https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing-protectors
3. American National Standards Institute. “American National Standards Institute.” Retrieved from https://www.ansi.org/
4. The Bump. “5 Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones for Babies and Kids, Tested by Kids.” Retrieved from https://www.thebump.com/a/best-baby-headphones
