What is the difference between the baby banz "noise protection" earmuffs v. "hearing protector" earmuffs?
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Hearing protecting earmuffs are for maximum noise blocking. We just took our 3 year old to a NASCAR race with the hearing protecting earmuffs from banz and she was actuallt able to take a short nap. I would highly recommend them. Noise protecting is More for reducing noises and would be better for sounds like chainsaws or hammering for example. The hearing protecting seem more padded but my daughter was able to still hear us talking to her when we were close.
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If I remember correctly from when I made the purchase the difference is a couple of decibels protection. The size I bought seemed to work fine for everyone who got them.
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They work by cutting out loud noises, but everyday normal sounds can be heard. If you turn off the electronics, they're just regular ear muffs.
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I'm not sure of the difference but the Prince Lionheart corner protectors are working great. I have not seen the Safety 1st ones except the photos here on Amazon. Seems the first person who answered gave a really good answer.
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Based upon my simple Google search of 15 seconds: Features:The MP3/AM/FM stereo hearing protector ear muffs balance comfort, protection and the ability to listen to the radio or MP3 playerNoise reduction rating of 21dBMeets ANSI S319-1974 and CSA Z94.2-02, Class BRetains 82dB safe noise cut-off, even with MP3 player in useAutomatic radio shut-off when MP3 is connectedIncludes auxiliary cord and (2) heavy-duty AA batteries What's In The Box:MSA Safety Works 10121816 AM/FM/Mp3 Hearing Protector and Radio HeadsetAuxiliary cord(2) AA batteries
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Hi Charissa - "NRR" is the Noise Reduction Rating. Like most things, ear protection is tested in a laboratory in retrospect of the noise level of most commonly used hand guns and rifles. The NRR rating varies, but I can tell you that I own the same Glock-Peltor ear muffs and they work great!!
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These might be a little big for small ear canals. They do block out sound very well but block the frequencies of normal speech better than over-the-ear muffs. You might try the over-the-ear muff for kids. I have two young boys that are sound sensitive and they wore a pair of these (http://www.amazon.com/Howard-Leight-R-01523-Leightning-Lightweight/dp/B001BL04PS/ref=pd_sim_hi_4?ie=UTF8&refRID;=0K7T5B6PFBD9V464DYTS) to a fireworks display with a big crowd and they were in their own little world.I asked around and these are what I plan to get next: http://hear-pro.com/shop/pro37-passguard/ These might be a little big for small ear canals. They do block out sound very well but block the frequencies of normal speech better than over-the-ear muffs. You might try the over-the-ear muff for kids. I have two young boys that are sound sensitive and they wore a pair of these (http://www.amazon.com/Howard-Leight-R-01523-Leightning-Lightweight/dp/B001BL04PS/ref=pd_sim_hi_4?ie=UTF8&refRID;=0K7T5B6PFBD9V464DYTS) to a fireworks display with a big crowd and they were in their own little world.I asked around and these are what I plan to get next:... » Read More These might be a little big for small ear canals. They do block out sound very well but block the frequencies of normal speech better than over-the-ear muffs. You might try the over-the-ear muff for kids. I have two young boys that are sound sensitive and they wore a pair of these (http://www.amazon.com/Howard-Leight-R-01523-Leightning-Lightweight/dp/B001BL04PS/ref=pd_sim_hi_4?ie=UTF8&refRID;=0K7T5B6PFBD9V464DYTS) to a fireworks display with a big crowd and they were in their own little world.I asked around and these are what I plan to get next: http://hear-pro.com/shop/pro37-passguard/ « Show Less
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I really don't think there is much difference, maybe a little more waterproof. They have the same or similar at any auto-parts or store that sells auto stuff. I am handicapped where it is hard for me to get out and walk around the stores. So I do most of my shopping on-line.
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I think your confusing a `hearing aid' and a `hearing devise'. The Walkers is a hearing devise, which increases the volume of ALL sound, while an actual hearing aid is much more selective (and much more expensive).
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I've purchased the lower priced ear protection enough times over the last twelve years that I could have purchased the higher priced MSA a couple times over. I have only had them on the range a handful of times but I am completely satisfied with the way they compress the noise level rather than mute.
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I can't compare the QC20 with the passive earmuffs you mentioned. I can say though that the QC20 does reduce the amplitude of voices but maybe not as much as you may want. I do use them in my office while listening to soft music. People have to shake me to get my attention. You can try them risk free for 30 (90?) days.
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I'm not sure if noise isolation is the same as hearing protection, but I do use them when operating my riding lawnmower and my gas chainsaw, and that sound is minimized to where I can hear and enjoy music from my ipod. When the music is not playing the sound is lessened so much that many times I have to pull out 1 plug so I can tell when the chainsaw/mower starts so I can adjust the choke to complete the start.
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The 3M earplugs will greatly reduce the radio volume that reaches the ear, but won't completely block it. I just tried it while watching TV. Shooters sometimes wear earplugs and noise blocking earmuffs in addition to achieve maximum sound reduction. There are muffs available that electronically block sound - I've not used them however.Another choice would be to have the the person listening to the radio wear earphones that automatically silence the radio speakers when the earphones are plugged in.
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I wear ear plugs with the face shield. Ear muffs might be tough. You might be able to do it if they were the type that you could turn the head band down on, say to the back of the head, if they the band wasn't tight.
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They make a pretty snug seal around the ears, so in that respect the will muffle sound. If you are using it just for some comfort for the child-yes. If you need protect little ears from exposure to high decibels-no, in that case you should get the real deal.
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I would say no. They are bigger than normal hearing protection. You could use them undetected if you wear the ear-muff style hearing protectors. I don't know what other colors they come in. Mine are just like the picture.
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It's nose isolation just by the closed ear design. Works pretty well, just not specifically a feature (a small amount of outside sound still gets through)