When I developed permanent tinnitus (with only slight hearing loss) I became a serious devote of ear plugs. These are my favorite: http://earplugstore.stores.yahoo.net/ultrafit25.html I wear them religiously when I tune and even when I drive and listen to the radio (it improves sound quality). Unfortunately, being religious about this, most of my friends and relatives who also tune or play music tend to avoid me or change the topic when I start to preach. I even have bought these in quantity to pass out for free and no one is interested. The memories of my grandfather fighting with his hearing aids (while tuning) seem to have faded fast. A little hearing loss doesn't sound like a serious problem, but your hearing damage may come in the form of constant, painful screeching; not a pleasant consequence. Tuning is harmful to hearing! Wear the plugs! Blaine Hebert
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