Effective, still allows conversation.
I use these at NHL hockey games, where the arena is so loud that it hurts my ears. They muffle the worst-offending amplified noises while allowing me to carry on conversation with my seatmates. Handy container. They clean easily. They're small enough that they are unobtrusive while inserted. Really glad I chose this pair.<br /><br />I wouldn't use these for situations like a shooting range, but for concerts, sporting events, and the like -- situations with sustained loud noise -- they're excellent.
Rating: 5 stars