Good hearing protection
I got these earplugs to protect my hearing when I go out to see live bands. So far I've only had the chance to test them out at home with my stereo system, but I'm going to a show later this month and another one in July, so I'll update this review then.<br /><br />The package includes not just one, but TWO sets of ear plugs, a lanyard that can be attached to either set to hang them around your neck, and a small cylindrical storage case about the size of a tube of lip balm. The storage case has a ring that you can use to attach it to a key chain, or it will easily fit into a pocket or purse.<br /><br />The ear plugs themselves are made from a soft silicone material that seems like it should be pretty durable. The reason they include two sets is because each pair is rated for different levels of noise attenuation. There is a blue set that filters out moderate levels of noise, and a white set for more extreme noise. Both sets are designed to reduce the level of sound without muffling or distorting it.<br /><br />I tested both pairs using my home stereo system and will do further testing the next time I go to a show.. Out of consideration for my neighbors, I didn't crank the volume anywhere near as loud as it would be at a live concert, but I did have it loud enough that the ear plugs made a significant difference. Both sets of plugs noticeably reduced the volume of the music, but I was still able to make out the details of the music quite clearly.<br /><br />My one criticism is that the storage case is too small to fit both sets of plugs and the lanyard at the same time. It will fit two of those three items, but not all three at once. I received a discount on this item in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions expressed herein are my own.
Rating: 5 stars