Tinnitus

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ggunn said:
Can't you guys post civilly in a thread without turning it into another p!ss!ing contest? Let it go, already!
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Yeh, well said. Initially I just posted a genuine "hope all is well post" and I can understand how VP may have taken it wrong.

I really do hope it isn't tinnitus. I know a few guys that have and it's really not something I would want to suffer from. I doubt it is but you can't can't be too careful and its always at the back of our minds. It is is a good warning for us all to look after our hearing.

I hope it's a one off and not something more serious.

Seriously VP we have had our differences but I leave them at the "back" button. I wish you well with your health.
 
VP,
Get to a doctor and get it checked out. It may have been purely coincidental that the ringing in your ears occurred while/following your guitar-playing session. Tinnitus can be caused by some medications or symptomatic of other disorders.
A check-up might be a good thing.
 
VP, stop being an asshole, muttley was trying to wish you well.

And, SERIOUSLY, even if you ignore everything else in this thread, go out and invest in some quality ear protection. Even if you decide not to get the etymotics simply because I've recommended them and we've argued in the past, get SOMETHING similar - if you're a gigging musician, you absolutely need good full-frequency ear protection. They're like $10, it's an absolute no brainer.
 
DrewPeterson7 said:
VP, stop being an asshole, muttley was trying to wish you well.

And, SERIOUSLY, even if you ignore everything else in this thread, go out and invest in some quality ear protection. Even if you decide not to get the etymotics simply because I've recommended them and we've argued in the past, get SOMETHING similar - if you're a gigging musician, you absolutely need good full-frequency ear protection. They're like $10, it's an absolute no brainer.
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I have several kinds of ear protection in my studio, I have often used Norths hearing protection.
http://www.westernsafety.com/norhear1.html
I have been well aware of hearing protection for some time now. I am interested in all opinions on this subject, I will only ignore people who are out of line.
ViP
 
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Victory Pete said:
I have several kinds of ear protection in my studio, I have often used Norths hearing protection.
http://www.gunaccessories.com/NorthHearingProtection/default.asp
I have been well aware of hearing protection for some time now. I am interested in all opinions on this subject, I will only ignore people who are out of line.
ViP
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Do you gig with those, though? I've never had much trouble with volume while recording - when tracking, I'm usually listening through phones, which physically block a lot of outside noise, and when mixing, you don't really want to be much over 80db anyway, which is safe for a couple hours. Since I usually mix in the evening, and generally with a scotch in hand, I almost never log more than that. :p

I'm not familiar with North, and the website is blocked on my office server, but from the link you game me, I'm guessing they're not ideal for musical use. A "gun accessory" company probably is way less concerned with audio fidelity and transparency of the attenuation than an audiophile company would be. My two cents, anyhow.
 
DrewPeterson7 said:
Do you gig with those, though? I've never had much trouble with volume while recording - when tracking, I'm usually listening through phones, which physically block a lot of outside noise, and when mixing, you don't really want to be much over 80db anyway, which is safe for a couple hours. Since I usually mix in the evening, and generally with a scotch in hand, I almost never log more than that. :p

I'm not familiar with North, and the website is blocked on my office server, but from the link you game me, I'm guessing they're not ideal for musical use. A "gun accessory" company probably is way less concerned with audio fidelity and transparency of the attenuation than an audiophile company would be. My two cents, anyhow.
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I use hearing protection like I use seat belts, when I feel they are necessary. Maybe that is not enough. I now will think more about using both more often. North is not a "gun accessory company" They have many kinds of hearing protection. The ones I have are specifically for musicians. they are suppose to be flat, but seem to kill the highs though. I have other disposable kinds also.
VP
 
Victory Pete said:
I use hearing protection like I use seat belts, when I feel they are necessary. Maybe that is not enough. I now will think more about using both more often. North is not a "gun accessory company" They have many kinds of hearing protection. The ones I have are specifically for musicians. they are suppose to be flat, but seem to kill the highs though. I have other disposable kinds also.
VP
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The disposable kind are crap, don't bother with them. They're better than nothing, but they really filter out too much high end to be any good for music.

Sorry man - all I had to go on was the url, "gunaccessories.com." I think you can see where I could make that mistake. ;)

I suppose I wouldn't bother with ear protection on an acoustic gig, and I ended up not using them at the last concert I was at (Porcupine Tree, at the house of blues in Boston), but that really surprised me - the mix was phenominal, and then they didn't go and crank it up as loud as they could and ruin it, so it was both a really clear mix, and a very comfortable show to be at. But, I always toss them into my pocket when I go to a concert, from the (surprisingly loud) 60-people-max venue up the street to a stadium tour. It's just not worth chancing it.
 
First, I have 2-year hearing check-ups due to work, had one today, my hearing is flawless across the board, except a slight notch on the 6000hz region on one ear.
And I play this kind of stuff:

But even drunk as a skunk, I wear earplugs, I've got rehealsalplaces saturated with earplugs, just like picks. The few times I've played without, I get a loud waterfall-like Sssshhhhhhhhh!!!!-sound in the ears.

But tinnitus can be really bad.
A co-worker of mine hang himself to death, since he no longer could handle it. Hadn't slept in months without drugs, couldn't concentrate on anything. Under 50-years old.

I'm not gonna mess around with that.

Though... still haven't found plugs that would keep things "crisp" as they are without.. That's why I record everything I play in, so I can hear it properly afterwoods. :D
 
Playing drunk is really dangerous for your hearing because the alcohol deadens your acuity, leading you to "turn it up" with bad consequences. A friend who is an airline pilot hands out earplugs at our rehearsals (his wife, who likes to come out and visit when we play, puts them in too -- I think to drown us out.

One more thing: hurling insults is childish. Period.
 
Victory Pete said:
I use hearing protection like I use seat belts, when I feel they are necessary.
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<OT alert> Seat belts are necessary all the time. One time, I was rolling very slowly (less than walking speed) through a parking lot at night and I hit a concrete tire stop end-on squarely in the middle of my front axle. I got a bloody nose and a fat lip from smashing my face into the steering wheel. When you suddenly realize that you need to be belted in, there won't be time.
 
Victory Pete said:
Mine goes away after a while when I stop playing but it could always get worse.
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I have this bs and it sucks. Like the other poster I have to use a fan at night even if its -20 outside.

But as to your statement....it didnt "go away". You don't hear it, but you did damage. Everytime you hear that ring after doing something (like playing a guitar, drums, or using a power tools, you have just lost 1/2 of 1% of your hearing.

Now how does the next time work, is it 1/2 of 1% of what is left (I assume)? It doesn't matter because sooner or later it will ring all the fucking time and you will be in the same dogshit situation.
 
Ginger Tea

I have it also. 7 years working in a factory, (with ear protection?). Have been to doctors, specialists, etc. all said nothing they can do. Perscribed, as one post said, playing background noises like sea shores, etc.
Now this is gonna sound stupid, I thought it was as well untill I tried it. met an old Indian one time named Ten Bears, (SERIOUSLY!!!). He gave me some dried ginger, you can get at any health food shop. 2 teaspoons per cup more or less. Add boiling water, let cool or drink hot, add honey and maybe a little sugar for taste, (its not good!!). Once in the morning and once at night.
Tried this for a week or so and couldnt believe that it was much better, not completely gone but very much better!!!! GO FIGURE????????:rolleyes:
 
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