Musician's Corner

Perhaps Bach is your forte. It could be you like to march along with Sousa. Or maybe you just want to band on your drum all day at ear-shattering volumes. Whatever your taste in music, every musician shares a common problem:  Your hearing is at risk.

Did you know that a piccolo generates sound levels up to 112dB--roughly equivalent to a jackhammer at 30 feet? This high volume can, over time, result in moderate to severe hearing loss and/or risk of tinnitus (ringing in the ears).

Custom Hearing Protection for Musicians

A custom ear protector worn in the external ear canal which was developed by Etymotic Research especially for musicians. This type of protector features unique high fidelity filters which attenuate sound equally across all frequencies. The musician will hear the music accurately but at safer levels.

You can choose from the following filters:

ER-9 provides 9dB of attenuation through 2000 Hz
ER-15 provides 15dB flat attenuation
ER-25 provides an average 20dB attenuation

Custom Ear Monitors

Many musicians are discovering the comfort and sound quality which can be provided by custom ear monitors. According to one leading company that provides custom-fit products, "Feedback is eliminated. Vocal fatigue is reduced. On-stage noise levels are cut drastically. Not only will you hear your performances with a clarity and crispness you never thought possible, but when used properly they'll help protect your priceless hearing."

Custom ear impressions are taken by an audiologist at Bella Vista Hearing Center and then sent to Ultimate Ears. There, custom personal monitors will be fabricated for your particular needs. Visit the Ultimate Ears website for additional information on a variety of products that are currently available.

For more information on musician's products visit www.hearnet.com or www.earmold.com

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