Is it necessary to wear ear plugs with the ear band? I find ear plugs to be extremely uncomfortable
215947
I would have to say yes....my mom tried the bandit without ear plugs and she still got water in her ears.....I find ear plugs uncomfortable too but the silicon ones seem to be pretty good with the bandit
215948
Yes, the ear plugs are necessary if you are trying to prevent water in your ears. THe band simply keeps the earplugs from falling it. The Mack's pillow soft silicone ear plugs are not as bad as other earplugs--they conform to your ear shape, instead of the other way 'round. I agree with you, though, wouldn't it be great if the band were waterproof and would form a sort of "suction" OVER your ear, instead of IN your ear, to keep water out. Why don't you invent that?! Good luck to you. Donna
215949
I would say yes. The Mack's silicon earplugs are the most comfy. We use the Ear Band-It to hold the silicon earplugs in and keep them watertight.
854344
Nope, i bought these because i needed headphones fast and when i got them they are a pain to wear on your head for a long time if you big ears. But that is up to you to decide but take that in mind.
1206141
these are headphones, designed to allow you to hear the device that they are plugged into, not noise blocking. I think that this and ear plugs would be acting against each other.
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Yes, I've worn them for sleeping for a few years now due to noisy neighbors. They are comfortable with multi-hour use; sometimes a new pair can seem a bit large when first worn (hurting my ear a bit, but I have small ears). If this happens, I just pull them out a bit and all is well. And they do stay in all night if you insert them according to the directions on the package (pull ear up and back, roll the plug tightly and insert). I don't know what I'd do without these, they are a lifesaver as far as my sleep!
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I used them, and I inserted them correctly (rolled them up into a tight cylinder then put them in my ear). In the morning, my ears hurt, even for a little while after I took the ear plugs out. I think I must have small ear canals -- when I buy headphones that have different-sized ear pieces, I always have to use the smallest ones. Anyway, I would say they are not comfortable for smaller ears.
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No, the Flents Quiet Please Foam Ear plugs will not block out all the noise but they will do a better job and any other ear plug on the market that I know about. They will give reduce the noise significantly so you can tune it out. The only thing better would be a headset noise reducer over both ears- that would do the job
17202
Yes, I use them for sleeping as I can't tolerate any type of foam ear plugs. I like the way the silicone molds to the shape of my ears without causing the pain and discomfort of the foam inside my ear canal.
949302
They aren't very comfortable for overnight sleeping I've tried. They are a tad too bulky. This is especially the case with "side sleepers" you would be better with 'Hearos ear plugs'
712537
Roberta, the only problem you might have is how short they are...might make it harder than the lavender-colored plugs. All of them require you compress them with your fingers, or possibly roll them with the heel of your hand before insertion to your ear....
1657275
They will muffle the sound without ear plugs well, playing music will drown out everything around you. No earplugs needed.
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My husband has told me these earphones are the most comfortable he has ever worn. The ear cups are oblong and the padded cushion rests gently on the outer ear so that the ear hole is not in any way impacted. He has experienced no ear hole pain and states that the sound quality is exceptional. I am very sensitive to earphones as are you and have found them to be comfortable when I have used them as well. I hope this is helpful.
406107
No, but it may be uncomfortable to wear for a while... In my case I need to take breaks so my ears and head don't hurt.
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Yes, the complaints about these being uncomfortable are warranted. I've used my set for under an hour and I'm already looking to replace them. Be extra wary if you wear glasses while listening to these!
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I put them on and had my husband speak quietly to me. Heard him fine. So, no noise blocking. Ear plugs will probably be your best bet.
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No, they are what is called "noise isolating" which means they are similar to wearing ear plugs. So when the music's playing that's all you hear and if you wear them while not listening to music, outside sounds will be slightly to moderately muffled, depending on how well they fit into one's ear canal. PS: ear canal to bud fit is key to achieve proper bass and overall performance from these type of earbuds.
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Off hand I would say no. The ear cups are cloth and the head band is also. They will soak up sweat and get crusty. Personally I would stick with ear buds.
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I've used this brand of earplugs for over 4 years. To be honest, I've actually used a single pair of earplugs for months lol. Maybe some people think I'm gross, but whatever :)