EARPEACE: Protecting the Tool You Can’t Replace

As audio professionals, we spend our careers protecting everyone else’s listening experience. But how often do we protect our own hearing?

Our friends at EARPEACE are offering an exclusive discount for SoundGirls members. Use promo code SoundGirls20 at checkout to receive 20% off your purchase (minimum order of $10 required). Whether you’re working FOH, mixing monitors, recording in the studio, or attending shows, EARPEACE’S high-fidelity hearing protection helps preserve the sound you love while protecting your most valuable asset—your hearing.

Hearing loss and tinnitus don’t happen overnight. They develop gradually from years of exposure to loud environments. The good news is that much of this damage is preventable.

A few habits that can make a big difference:

Wear hearing protection whenever possible
Take listening breaks during long rehearsals and show days
Keep a pair of earplugs in your workbox, backpack, or pelican case
Schedule regular hearing tests to establish a baseline
Pay attention to signs of hearing fatigue and ringing in your ears

What we appreciate about EARPEACE is that the company was founded by music lovers who understood that traditional foam earplugs often sacrificed sound quality. Their mission was simple: create hearing protection that people would actually want to wear by preserving the listening experience while reducing harmful sound levels. Their products are backed by multiple U.S. patents covering both their design and acoustic technology, reflecting years of development focused on comfort, fit, and sound quality.

Many engineers avoid earplugs because they worry about losing clarity. Modern high-fidelity hearing protection is designed to lower volume while maintaining the detail and frequency balance that audio professionals rely on every day.

Protecting your hearing isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a sign of professionalism, longevity, and respect for your craft.

Our friends at EARPEACE have put together excellent resources on hearing health, safe listening levels, and noise-induced hearing loss.

Learn more:
• Hearing 101
• Our Story
• EARPEACE Patents & Innovation

Your hearing is your career. Protect it today so you can keep listening, mixing, and creating for years to come.