Spring marks the start of a whole range of live music and sports events for 2025. From the roaring engines of the MotoGP to the music and crowds at Glastonbury, there’s no shortage of exhilarating activities in the UK. Amid the excitement however, it’s essential not to overlook a crucial aspect of your health: your hearing.
Prolonged exposure to loud sounds at these events can cause irreversible damage to your hearing, leading to conditions like tinnitus (ringing in the ears) or permanent hearing loss. Fortunately, one simple solution can help protect your ears while still allowing you to enjoy the thrill: earplugs.
Why Ear Protection is Essential
Spectator sporting events such as the MotoGP can reach sound levels exceeding 120 decibels, while a live performance at Glastonbury can peak at around 110 decibels. According to experts, exposure to sounds at or above 85 decibels for extended periods can lead to hearing damage.
The louder the sound, the less time it takes for this damage to occur. And unfortunately, this kind of damage is cumulative, meaning every time you’re exposed to loud noise without proper protection, you’re putting your hearing at risk.
A single, short exposure to 120-decibel sounds—like those from a MotoGP race or a close-up at a music festival—can cause harm in just minutes. Unfortunately, once the damage is done, it cannot be reversed. That’s why protecting your hearing is crucial for both short-term enjoyment and long-term health.
How Auritech Earplugs Can Help
Earplugs are a simple and effective way to protect your hearing without missing out on the experience. Contrary to popular belief, wearing earplugs doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the fun either. In fact, our Auritech Earplugs are designed to specifically reduce the noise of the most damaging frequencies and ensure you can still hear the action that you want.
Another misconception is that all earplugs are equal. This is incorrect. Quality earplugs such as our Auritech hearing protection keep sound quality clear and conversations audible without muffling. This is not the case with foam earplugs.
In fact, the right pair of earplugs can reduce the volume of loud sounds while maintaining sound quality and clarity. This means you can still enjoy the roar of engines at the MotoGP or the thumping bass at Glastonbury but at a safer volume for your ears.
Our earplugs have been developed over 20 years by leading audiology experts and are superior to traditional foam, wax or silicone earplugs.
Precision-tuned, patented ceramic sound filters ensure maximum protection from dangerous levels of noise over 80dB, yet allow you to listen clearly to surrounding conversation without a muffled effect.
Cost-effective, washable and re-usable; our range of earplugs and custom fit ear protection covers every person and need.
The Auritech EarPlug Range
We offer earplugs for the following activities:
- Motorcycle / Motorsport
- Shooting
- Work
- Watersports
- Music
- Travel
- Sleep
All of the plugs are available as universal fit plugs, or custom fit plugs which are made specifically for you.
Other Tips for Protecting Your Hearing
While earplugs are an excellent place to start, here are a few additional tips to protect your hearing this summer:
- Take breaks from loud environments: even if using earplugs, it’s important to give your ears a break from the noise when possible. Take short walks away from the loudest parts of the event to let your ears rest and recover.
- Lower the volume: if you’re listening to music through headphones or earbuds, keep the volume at a moderate level. A good rule of thumb is the 60/60 rule: Listen at no more than 60% volume for no longer than 60 minutes per day.
- Know the signs of hearing damage: If you start to experience ringing in your ears (tinnitus) or a feeling of fullness in your ears after an event, it's a sign that you’ve been exposed to harmful noise. Get your ears checked out and make sure next time you remember your ear plugs!
Benefits of Protecting Your Hearing
Wearing earplugs not only helps to prevent hearing loss, but also ensures you can keep enjoying live events for years to come. Here are some key benefits:
1. Long-term hearing protection: by reducing noise exposure, earplugs significantly decrease your risk of hearing-related issues, including tinnitus (a ringing in the ears) and hearing loss.
2. Reduced fatigue: loud noise can be draining, leading to fatigue. Using earplugs allows you to enjoy the experience without the energy-zapping effects of excessive noise.
3. Peace of mind: knowing that you are actively protecting your hearing can enhance your enjoyment of the event. You can focus on the excitement without worrying about future hearing issues.
Whether you're revving up for the MotoGP or packing your bags for a weekend at Glastonbury, don’t let the excitement of the experience jeopardize your hearing health.
By incorporating earplugs into your routine for events like live sports, concerts and even fireworks displays, you can safeguard your hearing for years to come while still fully experiencing the sounds you love.