[pianotech] Hearing protection

[Robin Stevens]

You must have missed the show on TV called Hospital emergency, or something
like that,  where a "do it yourself" ear plug fitter got the mould in and
they would not come out ;-( after a very painful procedure the doctor
finally got them out. Morel of the story....Get them fitted by a proper
technician! I have used proper ear plugs for two years now and it was the
best money I have ever spent.

You buy expensive tools, why settle for makeshift el cheapo ear plugs.

Robin Stevens ARPT

South Australia

 

 

 

I got a set of mold yourself ear plugs. It's a two part system.. You mix
parts A and B together and put them in your ear for about 10 minutes while
they set up. They are very comfortable, and I find they allow a broader
range of frequencies through than conventional earplugs. I got them at
Wal-mart for under $40.

 

Al

 

From: Gerald Groot <mailto:tunerboy3 at comcast.net>  

Sent: Friday, September 04, 2009 10:45 PM

To: pianotech at ptg.org 

Subject: Re: [pianotech] Hearing protection

 

I use these too Ron.  They work great, are inexpensive and Pianotek also
sells them so the next time you have to place an order from Pianotek, add a
few pairs of these and the cost of shipping will not be nearly as much as
they are from the etymotic web site..

 

From: pianotech-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf
Of Ron Koval
Sent: Friday, September 04, 2009 10:33 PM
To: pianotech at ptg.org
Subject: [pianotech] Hearing protection

 

I'll agree with Blaine, but add that the musicians earplugs, made of the
same silicone material as the ones he listed have a flatter response - and
for me, are more appropriate for tuning work.  Available from music
stores/guitar centers, or online from the manufacturer:
 
http://www.etymotic.com/ephp/er20.aspx
 
Available in two sizes, I appreciate that because I have a smaller ear canal
and other plugs weren't as comfortable.
 
Ron Koval
Chicagoland


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