Thinking about getting myself a set of those moulded ACS earplugs, but not sure which to get. Thinking of getting the Pro17 ones, but not sure if that will be too much attenuation.
It'll be mostly for playing in a not too loud band in small venues and festivals. Acoustic (real) drums, electric guitar through an ac15, electric bass. It's usually not crazy loud but we played a pub gig recently where there were some very high levels and busts of feedback (due to incompetent sound person) which has made me want to get some plugs. I'd probably wear them to gigs as well if i get on with them.
If anyone uses these already I'd be interested to know which ones you like.
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The little filters can be purchased separately so they can be swapped over as needed.
A drum teacher mate of mine wears Pro20 all day. Probably wise if he's exposed to that for 8 hours per day.
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I'm glad I got the 15 not the 17 as I think those would have been too quiet. These ones are about right for my purposes, I think if you're in a loud rock band with a drummer maybe the 17s would be better.
They are quite comfortable and also fine for watching other bands. The only hard bit is because they block the ears your own voice can sound odd and it's hard to get used to. Other than that they work well. Thanks for your advice everyone!
I use PRO26 all the time these days. Pretty heavy attenuation but I'm used to it. I get them in asap before anyone starts making noise and they stay in until I'm loaded out at the end of the evening.
I also recommend ACS' 'sleep sound' plugs.
I've kept my old moulds with PRO20s in for DIY jobs