[pianotech] Hearing protection

Sun Sep 6 07:12:50 MDT 2009

That must have been the same show where someone swallowed a roll of quarters, or the guy that drove about 3 nails in his head. 

I've molded at lease 15 pair. All you need to do is read and follow the direction. I know how difficult that can be for some.

Al

  From: Robin Stevens 
  Sent: Saturday, September 05, 2009 7:30 PM
  To: pianotech at ptg.org 
  Subject: Re: [pianotech] Hearing protection

  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 

    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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