Hearing is one of the most important senses for people working in sound, music and for DJs. Without good hearing, it's impossible to create high-quality sound. Unfortunately, many people in the music industry suffer from hearing loss and other hearing disorders due to exposure to loud music.
Music-induced hearing loss (MIHL) is a serious problem for musicians and avid music listeners who listen to music at high volumes, especially through earbuds or headphones. Loud music can damage the tiny hair cells in the inner ear that convert sound into electric signals for the brain. Music that is above 90 decibels (dBs) can cause damage after an hour of listening, and music that is above 120 dBs can cause damage within 15 minutes or less.
Musicians and DJs are particularly at risk of hearing loss because they are exposed to loud music on a regular basis. Research has found that many musicians, conductors, teachers, and others working in the music industry face the danger of hearing loss and other hearing disorders. In fact, a study by the University of Manchester found that 40% of people working in the music industry suffer from tinnitus.
Wear earplugs
Earplugs can help protect your ears from loud music. There are many different types of earplugs available, including custom-made earplugs that are designed specifically for musicians.
Take breaks
If you're exposed to loud music for long periods of time, take regular breaks to give your ears a rest.
Turn down the volume
If you're listening to music through headphones or earbuds, turn down the volume. You should be able to hear someone talking to you without having to remove your headphones.
Get your hearing tested by a professional like us:
Regular hearing tests can help detect any problems early on so that they can be treated before they get worse.
Look after your ears:
Keep your ears clean and dry. Don't use cotton swabs or other objects to clean your ears as this can damage your eardrum.
If you work in sound, music or as a DJ, it's important to take care of your hearing so that you can continue doing what you love for years to come. We're offering 10% off a hearing test and ear wax removal for all sound production engineers and DJs. Take advantage of this offer today and protect your hearing!👂🎧
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