Let's talk muffs ...

[R3DLINE]

Why not protect your ears and listen to music at the same time?
I use marshmallow earplugs ($20)

But you can also use shooting plugs earbuds like:
($20-30)

Or even use an app on the phone called "gunsonics!" And there's another one also, forgot the name.

 

[Mr.Glock]

Why not protect your ears and listen to music at the same time?
I use marshmallow earplugs ($20)
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But you can also use shooting plugs earbuds like:
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Or even use an app on the phone called "gunsonics!" And there's another one also, forgot the name.

Some people don't like music. Some like to concentrate on their shooting. I would imagine that some can and still do concentrate while listening to music. But I wager, the majority don't. To me I see it as a dangerous distraction while shooting weapons.

 

[OKCHunter]

I see a number of different "Pro Ears Gold" models - Predator, Stalker, Pro Tac SC, etc. - is there any real difference other than appearance? They all seem to hover right around the same price point.

I think you are right. Although there are some differences in the NRR but that might be associated with the size and density of the ear cover.

 

[mugsy]

Some people don't like music. Some like to concentrate on their shooting. I would imagine that some can and still do concentrate while listening to music. But I wager, the majority don't. To me I see it as a dangerous distraction while shooting weapons.

Music should not be a "dangerous distraction" - there are numerous studies showing that most people are better able to concentrate with appropriate music playing in the background. However, "appropriate" is the key - not all music produces the same effect. In particular, music with lyrics and loud jarring music have almost the opposite effect. Also, I suspect, that any music if the volume is high enough can become counter-productive to concentrating and being able to hear things like...range safety officer commands, cries for help, or warnings from fellow shooters, etc.

 

[Hoov]

Mugsy, you nailed it on the music thing. Pro Ears makes some really good stuff that works well. I have a set of those and Peltor 6S. They are pretty much relegated to RSO duty. I hate trying to shoot a long gun with ear muffs. I have gone to the Surefire ear plugs.

 

[amcardon]

I have a pair of Howard Leight impact pro that are great while others are shooting, but they are so danged big I have to move them enough when trying to get a good cheek weld that it completely negates the whole point of wearing them... They do a great job for the price, but I would not buy them again.

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[dennishoddy]

Mugsy, you nailed it on the music thing. Pro Ears makes some really good stuff that works well. I have a set of those and Peltor 6S. They are pretty much relegated to RSO duty. I hate trying to shoot a long gun with ear muffs. I have gone to the Surefire ear plugs.

I've never had a set of muffs that allowed a good cheek weld on a rifle or shotgun. I agree that plugs are for long guns, muffs for pistol.

 

[Deer Slayer]

Hoov - YOU ARE ACTUALLY SHOOTING?????????? When was the last time you shot a long gun 2005? When an 8 point walked into your scope and it turned out to be a spike?????

 

[Hoov]

If only someone would invent ear pro that would drown out George....

 

[bigfug]

I feel misled by the title of this thread...but I am happy with my Walker Game ears for pistol shooting. Kids wear them when they are with me, so they can hear my instructions better