Earplugs for drummers

Acoustic drums are said to have a volume level comparable to that of jet engines. In fact, after hitting the drum, it is also understandable that the tinnitus may not stop for a while.
It is very important for musicians to think about ear protection.

Mainly as items to protect the ears:

Sponge-type Earplugs
In-Ear earplugs
Headphone type earplug
Canal type earphone

Let's use them carefully and take care of our ears.

Sponge-type Earplugs

They are sold at a 100 yen shops and are inexpensive. There are different manufacturers and types, such as sponge type and silicone, so you can find the product that suits you.

Earplugs

A revolutionary earplug that attenuates only the volume without changing the sound quality. They allow the sound to be more natural than regular earplugs, so it can be said these are good for musicians.

With the above two types, headphones can be worn over top depending on the shape, and you can play while listening to the click sound of the sound source or an electronic metronome.

Headphone type earplug

Also known as "soundproof earmuffs", they are earmuffs designed only for sound insulation.
hey are also used to protect the ears from gunshot noises, and can be combined with ear plugs to further increase the sound insulation effect. Earphones can be worn inside, so you can attenuate the sound of the outside drum while playing with the sound source or click track in the ear muff. It is also an advantage that removal is easy.

Canal type earphones

Earphones that are embedded into the ear canal.
Because it seals the hole in the ear, it has the same sound insulation effect as the earplugs.

We think that it is good to use these properly depending on the situation, but what is recommended personally is use of canal type earphones. Many people will already have a pair of earphones for everyday use, and you can listen to the sound source with good sound quality. If you get used to it, you will not feel too much discomfort or annoyance.

Among canal type earphones, earphones recommended for drummers are those made by Etymotic Research.
Etymotic Research canal-type earphones, which were developed as hearing aids, have been highly praised by professional musicians and studio engineers for their high sound quality and high sound insulation performance. Also, if you use the included shirt clip to attach the cord on your clothes, it won't get in your way during your performance. The compatibility with the ipod shuffle with the clip is also outstanding.

Other than that, if you just turn the volume down, you could use an electronic drum to adjust the volume, or use a brush, a rod, etc.

In any case, you will want to protect your ears so that you can enjoy music forever.