Custom Musicians’ Ear Plugs to Protect Your Performance
Long-term exposure to loud music can lead to permanent hearing loss or tinnitus, but it does not have to.
Our custom-made musicians’ ear plugs provide balanced sound reduction while preserving clarity, so you can rehearse, perform, and enjoy music without compromise.
Protect Your Hearing. Hear Every Note.
Whether you are on stage, in rehearsal, or surrounded by loud music, hearing protection is essential for musicians of all kinds. Unlike standard foam plugs that can distort sound, our custom ear plugs use flat-response filters to reduce volume evenly across frequencies, keeping music and speech clear and natural.
Each pair is uniquely moulded to the shape of your ears, offering a secure, comfortable fit for long sessions without fatigue. Made from soft, durable silicone and available in a range of colours, they are discreet, long-lasting, and easy to wear. We use ACS Pro filters, offering a choice of attenuation levels from 10 to 27dB depending on your environment and preferences.
Appointments take just a few minutes, our audiologists will take quick, painless ear impressions and scan them for easy future reorders. If you are part of a group or ensemble, on-site visits can also be arranged.
Musicians’ Hearing Health Scheme
If you are a professional musician or music student, you may be eligible for the Musicians’ Hearing Health Scheme, run by Help Musicians UK in partnership with the Musicians’ Union.
The scheme offers:
- A full hearing assessment with a specialist audiologist
- Custom flat-response ear plugs (e.g. ACS Pro Series)
- Advice on protecting your hearing
Eligibility:
- Aged 18 or over
- UK-based
- Earning most of your income from music, or studying towards a music career
To apply, visit Help Musicians UK and search Musicians’ Hearing Health Scheme.
Let us know if you are eligible when booking and we will help guide you through the process.
Why Choose North West Hearing?
We have worked with professional musicians, orchestras, studios, and venues across the UK, offering a trusted, expert-led service tailored to musical life.
- Precision fit and comfort, custom moulds designed for hours of use
- Clear, natural sound, flat-attenuation filters keep music and speech crisp
- Flexible options, choose your attenuation level, colour, and optional neck cords
Book Your Custom Fitting Today
Use the form below to book your appointment or ask about group visits and eligibility for the Musicians’ Hearing Health Scheme.
Prefer to speak to someone? Call us on 0161 491 1943.