For comparison, I also tested the low frequency noise reduction of a pair of lighter earmuffs, the NRR-25 3M Peltor Optime 98. In nightclubs, at parties, concerts, festivals and sporting events, the sound is often so loud that it poses a health hazard. Here, the resourceful pharmacist Maximilian Negwer brought noise-absorbing wax plugs, the first product of its kind, to the market for everyone. Note: I am able to reduce this effect by flattening the earplugs somewhat more in the direction of the ear canal entrance. In rare cases, the packaging may be updated by the brand without warning, or the language might differ from the one you see presented.

They come in a top quality plastic box that seems a bit unnecessary to me as I don't want to carry all 10 around with me. They are solid but soft so they hold their shape well when being inserted, they can be used more times and make a better seal with the ear canal. The soft, skin-friendly material fits securely into the ear, making the earplugs extremely comfortable to wear and ensuring there is no feeling of pressure. Apart from sleeping, Classic Wax earplugs are suitable for use when studying, listening to loud music or doing DIY. Fortunately—unlike in the low bass range— in this frequency range even smaller white noise machines can work quite well, so you can compensate for this comparative weakness by playing white noise.Read more about the condition New with tags: A brand-new, unused, unworn and undamaged item in the original packaging (such as the original box or bag) and/or with the original tags attached. I press in the direction of the canal opening (slightly upward, rather than straight horizontally); this way the earplugs block more noise, and I get less of an occlusion effect (see below).

In a place which, at the time, was synonymous with vibrant activity, ceaseless noise and the exciting onset of a new era. These earplugs are unique in their composition – they are made from cotton wool soaked in a mixture of petroleum jelly and a variety of paraffin waxes. Mini-sized earplugs suitable for external soundproofing of narrow ear canals of adults and children (over 6 years old).Are you trying to find a hearing protector you can wear to your church where the music and/or the public address system are too loud for your comfort? All looked good however I soon realised that each plug was far too big to wear comfortably so I split them in two.