By Eilidh Farquhar
With many people planning to attend festivals and concerts over the coming months, it is important to make sure you are protecting your hearing. While at the time the noise level from the speakers and those around you may seem okay, the irritating ringing noise you are left with later on can be a cause for concern. One way to solve this problem that won’t put a dampener on your night is to buy a set of ear plugs. Specifically designed with concerts and festivals in mind, these earplugs will still allow users to hear the music at TRNSMT and chat with their pals while simultaneously reducing the noise level. One popular pair of concert ear plugs on Amazon are the Alpine Tune Earplugs . Normally retailing for 拢33.25, shoppers can now buy them for 拢29.95 in a variety of colours. READ MORE: Next’s ‘shower resistant’ jacket could be ideal for wearing to TRNSMT READ MORE: 拢15 collapsible water bottle that ‘doesn’t leak’ is perfect for holding drinks during TRNSMT Available in black, dark blue, neon pink, rose gold, silver and yellow, these Alpine Ear Plugs promise to provide crystal-clear audio at safe volumes (19dB SNR). Using hi-fidelity filters, these ear plugs will let wearers enjoy their favourite music in full, rich sound without risking or compromising their hearing . Delivered with soft oval ear tips in four sizes, these ergonomic ear plugs are comfortable enough to be worn all day. Providing a pressure-free and secure fit, the ear plugs also come with a handy pocket-sized case that can be clipped to a key chain for easy access. For those worried they won’t be able to hear their pals while enjoying the concert or festival, these ear plugs come with advanced filters that will result in less shouting and clearer speech. Essentially, wearers will be able to talk naturally without having to take the ear plugs out. Another set of popular ear plugs on Amazon are the SENNER MusicPro Ear Plugs . Retailing for 拢19.99, these ear plugs are designed with triple slats that will adapt to the shape of your ear for comfortable and secure fit. Additionally, the plugs are made with a transparent material which allows inconspicuous use. Alternatively, shoppers can buy the Experience 2 Ear Plugs from the Loop website. Priced at 拢29.95 and available in four colours, these earplugs are able to filter noise by 17dB so the music stays clear but at a safer volume. Back to the Alpine Earplugs , Amazon shoppers have awarded them a 4.6 star rating. Many shoppers have praised the plugs for their stylish look and comfortable fit, as well as how well they reduced noise at concerts. One happy shopper said: “A great design, really comfortable and they fit perfectly. For the price point, the level of noise reduction and how easy they are to switch to the right size is great.” With another adding: “These earplugs are stylish and are really useful for softening loud music/sounds. I appreciate the fact that they provide you with four different earplug sizes so you can find the one that fits you best and provides the best quality. I think they look really sleek too, and the V shape ensures they stay snug in your ears.” However, the shopper did also grumble:”The only and main critique I have is the feel of the case. In all honesty it feels really cheap, and while I am sure they did this to cut costs it just feels tacky. However, the earplugs themselves feel great.” Another shopper also gave a mixed review: “Comfort OK. Design a bit of a fiddle having specific left and right handed earplugs. Personally prefer Loop Experience for their design and ease of use.” Despite this, a five-star reviewer wrote: “I recently bought and used these earplugs at a concert. The sound quality was good, I could hear the music clearly at a comfortable level without any distortion. I could hear friends without them needing to scream over the music or directly into my ear. “The size initially attached was too small, but one of the other options included fit perfect and was comfortable to wear all night.” With a fifth shopper commenting: “These earplugs work perfectly for concerts and parties. They reduce the volume just enough to protect my hearing without affecting the music. The sound stays clear and enjoyable. They also comfortable to wear for around 1-2 hours.” To buy the Alpine Tune Earplugs, click HERE.