Electronic Ear Muffs

DustinB · Post by **DustinB** » Sun Oct 08, 2006 1:56 pm

Can anyone recommend a decent pair of Electronic Ear Muffs. I'm getting tired of not being able to hear talking and I figure I shoot enough to warrant buying a pair. Not looking for some insane quality brand or anything. Just a decent pair, not too bulky, with good noise reduction and fit.

Thanks

nitrogen · Post by **nitrogen** » Sun Oct 08, 2006 3:18 pm

DustinB wrote:Can anyone recommend a decent pair of Electronic Ear Muffs. I'm getting tired of not being able to hear talking and I figure I shoot enough to warrant buying a pair. Not looking for some insane quality brand or anything. Just a decent pair, not too bulky, with good noise reduction and fit.

Thanks

I got a pair of Radians for about $60. They are decent. A bit loud for indoor stuff, but still good, and seem to muffle enough that I don't get any ringing or any pain. They are perfect for outdoor stuff.

cyphur · Post by **cyphur** » Sun Oct 08, 2006 3:44 pm

http://www.texasshooting.com/TexasCHL_F ... php?t=3019

This was discussed in this thread, lots of good info.

I hope to see a set of Peltor's in my hands by new year.

DustinB · Post by **DustinB** » Sun Oct 08, 2006 3:55 pm

Thanks for the info.

rlgi · Post by **rlgi** » Sun Oct 08, 2006 6:14 pm

The Peltor ear protectors are great for total ear cover, great noise reduction and great applification of normal sounds. Drawback: Bulky, larger to carry around, and they are hot in July and August. I do like my Peltors.
I just tried my brand new Surefire EarPro EP3 Defenders. They only cost $9.95 and really work. I noticed Ernest Langdon, Dave Sevigny and other Master level shooters wearing the EP3s at Nationals. They do reduce the shot noise and you can hear normal conversations. However, they do not amplify.
The only drawback I saw today when I tried them is when you talk with them on. Since they are "in your ear" you hear your voice just like in a tunnel like with other ear plug types. But they work MUCH better than any standard ear plug I have ever tried before. $9.95 plus shipping ... worth the cost. I'd try these before you spend more on Peltors. If nothing else, just wear them in July and August when it is HOT outside.

DustinB · Post by **DustinB** » Sun Oct 08, 2006 6:35 pm

Shows they only have a 9dB noise reduction. Do they still muffle the sound good?

rlgi · Post by **rlgi** » Sun Oct 08, 2006 10:50 pm

Yes, they are better than the new ZEM hearing protection you can see on the NRA and other sites. I have a pair of the ZEMs and these stop more noise and you can also hear conversation better.
The are not as good as the Peltor electronic, but are better than any ear plug you will buy at any sporting goods store, Academy, etc.

mrvmax · Post by **mrvmax** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 5:29 am

I just ordered these:
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.e ... mid=142725
I'll give a report when I get them.

Jeremae · Post by **Jeremae** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 5:10 pm

mrvmax wrote:I just ordered these:
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.e ... mid=142725
I'll give a report when I get them.

Saw those in last midway eBlast and am interested....

DustinB · Post by **DustinB** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 9:01 pm

Thanks, I was thinking about getting them myself. Yeah, please do let us know how they work out.

Tom · Post by **Tom** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 9:25 pm

mrvmax wrote:I just ordered these:
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.e ... mid=142725
I'll give a report when I get them.

I would be interested to hear about directionality and separation of the mics since a

"Single volume control on right earpiece operates both right and left microphones".

I have a bunch of the single mic units and like them a lot, limited though
they are in determining sound direction. If these offer true stereo sound
then they are a great bargain at $24.99.

Looking forward to your report.

Kind Regards,

Tom

Diode · Post by **Diode** » Tue Oct 10, 2006 7:07 am

OK, just to make sure I got this. The Caldwell ES-85's are ok for indoor use but use foam ear plugs as well? For outdoor use I can wear them alone and be ok?

Just double checking, I cant see worth a hoot anymore and my teeth are loosing ground, I figure I hear pretty good still, no need to screw that up too.

Mithras61 · Post by **Mithras61** » Tue Oct 10, 2006 8:38 am

mrvmax wrote:I just ordered these:
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.e ... mid=142725
I'll give a report when I get them.

I have 4 pairs of these that I share with my family. They work well (so long as you remember to turn the durn things on!). The response time is good and the damping of the sound is adequate. I have some plain shooter's ear muffs that I compare against and these are as good protection and I can still talk with my kids about the various stuff that needs to be said at the range. I've used 'em at an indoor range as well (Shoter's Station in Conroe), but they need a little something extra there (earplugs worked pretty well).

One thing about these units though... if you open the side with the switch, make sure that the foam is clear of the switch's works when you put it back together. They use an open switch design and the foam can get into the works and prevent it from working.

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