Frag Out! Magazine
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HeADSeTS nO COMMUnICATIOn Let us then have a look at solutions available in the market – the types and brands mentioned below will be used as general examples of solutions used by many manufacturers. I use the described models on an ongoing basis (with one exception), but you need to remember that there are many companies offering active hearing protection and noise canceling devices in the market, while the number of models would allow creating a thick volume even when featuring just basic specs. HEADSETS At first glance, they look very similar to regular muffs – their design is almost the same. Cups that cover the auricle are responsible for cutting off the surrounding noises. They are filled with a comfort insert and enclosed with a foam or gel pads that fits tight to your head around your ears. The most frequently used solution of connecting ear cups is headband that is responsible for keeping the protectors on user's head. Pads are made from foam in plastic coating. In case of "comfortable" versions – from gel in coating from soft, thin material. Gel pads provide more comfort, but decrease dampening of the surrounding sounds. HEARING PROTECTION