What Exactly ARE Custom Concert Earplugs?

At Sound Speech and Hearing Clinic, we love music as much as you do—just not the ringing ears that sometimes come after a great concert! Whether you’re a musician, concert-goer, or festival regular, custom concert hearing protection (also known as musician’s earplugs) is one of the best ways to keep your hearing clear and healthy without missing a beat.

What Are Custom Concert Earplugs?

Custom concert earplugs are specially made earplugs designed to reduce volume evenly across frequencies, rather than muffling sound like foam earplugs do. That means you’ll still hear every note and nuance—just at a safer listening level.

Unlike over-the-counter earplugs that can make music sound dull or distorted, custom plugs preserve sound quality, so the experience stays rich, balanced, and enjoyable.

Musicians, sound engineers, and music lovers alike choose them because they:

• Maintain the clarity of music and speech

• Provide a comfortable, secure fit

• Can be worn for hours without irritation

• Offer different filter options to control how much sound is reduced

How We Make Them

At Sound Speech and Hearing Clinic, getting your own pair of custom concert earplugs is easy and kind of fascinating! Here’s what to expect:

1. We take impressions of your ears.
   Our audiologist will place a soft material into your ear canal to create an exact mold of your ear’s shape. This process is quick, comfortable, and ensures a perfect, custom fit.

2. We send your impressions to the lab.
   Your molds are used to craft your earplugs from medical-grade silicone. We primarily fit Westone TRU and Starkey SoundGear custom earplugs—both trusted brands known for excellent comfort and sound fidelity.

3. We fit and fine-tune them.
   When your earplugs are ready, we’ll have you try them on in the clinic to ensure a secure seal and perfect sound. You’ll leave ready to rock—safely!

What Do Concert Earplugs Actually Do?

Custom concert earplugs work by reducing sound levels evenly, typically by 9, 15, or 25 decibels, depending on the filter you choose.

That means:

• The music still sounds natural, just quieter.

• You can hear conversations and instruments clearly without distortion.

• Your ears are protected from damaging noise levels that can cause ringing (tinnitus) or permanent hearing loss.

So instead of sacrificing sound quality for safety—or vice versa—you get the best of both worlds.

Ready to Protect Your Hearing (and Enjoy the Show)?

Concerts, rehearsals, festivals, and even loud fitness classes can all put your ears to the test. Custom concert earplugs are a simple, stylish, and effective way to keep your hearing sharp for years to come.

If you’re ready to try a pair, schedule an appointment with us at Sound Speech and Hearing Clinic! We’ll walk you through the process, help you choose the best filter strength for your lifestyle, and make sure your plugs fit comfortably and sound amazing.