Hunters and shooters know that they must take care of their hearing while they are using their firearms. For example, a 12-gauge shotgun being fired is 156 decibels (dB), while anything over 85 dB can cause hearing damage. So it’s no wonder that shooters take their hearing protection so seriously. The downside to hearing protection … Read more
The introduction of electronic hearing protection has been a game-changer for anyone who works or has hobbies that put them into loud environments. Whether it is working on a construction site, mowing the lawn, or shooting a gun, users need to block out the sounds that are harmful to their hearing while still being able … Read more
In the world of Special Operations, performance is everything. Therefore, you have to demand the best of every piece of equipment you use to ensure you can operate at peak performance. This holds of hearing protection and communications equipment just the same as it does of a gun. Special operations rely on teamwork and coordination … Read more
It takes only one loud bang of just more than 85 decibels to harm your hearing. Then, the body starts to tremble, and the ears ring in retribution. The cumulative damage done to your ears over the course of, say, an eight-hour day continuously is significant. In addition, certain guns, when shot, have the potential … Read more
Hunters and shooters take their hearing seriously. As a result, they are constantly looking for the best in hearing protection that lets them maintain their hearing while still allowing them to function on the range or in the field. Peltor has built a reputation for providing outstanding hearing protection for use in some of the … Read more
Those of us who work in challenging noise environments know how important it is to protect our hearing. Any exposure to sounds over 85 decibels (dB) can cause hearing loss, and regular exposure can quickly lead to a noticeable decrease in the ability to hear. If you work or have hobbies that put you in … Read more
In a high-noise work environment, e.g. a construction site or an airport with overwhelmingly loud equipment, communication is limited down to hand signals a majority of the time. This increases the time it takes to finish work while trying to figure out what’s being said. It’s also unsafe when directing someone with machinery…they could misunderstand … Read more
If you’re someone who suffers from tinnitus, you know how much it can deeply affect your quality of life. Tinnitus is characterized by a constant ringing sound in your ears that never goes away. It can be formed due to several reasons, such as stress, anxiety, and sleep disorders, but you may also get tinnitus … Read more
Are there often where you find you can’t hear what’s going on around you? Do you often have to ask your friends and family ‘What?’ when they’re trying to speak to you? What about when you’re taking a phone call or at work? If this happens too much, it means that you could be experiencing … Read more
We know how important it is to make sure that we protect our hearing while we are still young to prevent hearing loss and damage later on in life. But did you know that it is also important to protect your dog’s hearing? Dogs have sensitive ears and can hear sounds that are too high-pitched … Read more