Electronic Muffs Recommendations?

[ebb]

I am looking for a new set of electronic muffs. I once owned a set of Howard Leight muffs and they worked OK I guess, ive never worn any others so i don't know if they were good bad or so-so. They eventually got to where the vinal that covered the nead band stated to shed and i asked my wife or daughter to make something t cover or replace the deteriorating pieces. now neither of them will admit to ever having taken possession of them. what do you all recommend without breaking the bank???

 

[JMayo]

I don't know any other than the Howard Leights. I do know the after market gel pads made a lot of difference. I really like them combined with the soft silicone ear plugs.
My head band pad has started to flake also. Camo Duct tape is in it's future!

 

[Fuj]

I use the Peltor 500's. They are comfortable and sound is very
clear. Little lady in the electronics tells you when the power is on,
and power off, Also lets you know when power is low. Paid $150
Got about one half match season on 2 AA Duracells.

 

[ebb]

Wish i had thought of that!

 

[markT]

What’s your application?

 

[Rsadams]

I use the Peltor 500's. They are comfortable and sound is very
clear. Little lady in the electronics tells you when the power is on,
and power off, Also lets you know when power is low. Paid $150
Got about one half match season on 2 AA Duracells.

This is my recommendation also...

 

[SEM]

you only have one set of ears, get the non electronic with the most decibel reduction you can find, I shoot under a low metal roof with a muzzle brake sometimes next to someone with a brake also then I use the foam inserts as well, The electronic Leights sets I have are ok for non braked outdoor shooting

My opinion for what its worth

 

[DiRTY DOG]

Be aware, those Howard Leight electronic muffs have a fairly LOW dB rating, lower than cheap orange foam plugs. I have a pair with the aftermarket gel pads, but I usually only wear them in combo with the orange foam plugs.

 

[Fuj]

I'll note that I normally only use the electronics when in
competition and need to hear range commands, and it's
good to hear what a spotter is telling you if allowed. When
on the range doing personal work or pistol, I use Silencerco's
with extra packed foam.

 

[jmm03]

something like this could help with the headband issue: https://industrialsafety.com/tillma...MIz6KAwv2m-wIV2hXUAR3ANAgaEAQYAiABEgLZPfD_BwE Jim

 

[Ray123]

I look at noise reduction and the electronic ones, just don't reduce the noise enough...look and see..its printed on the label...todays high efficiency muzzle breaks blast a lot of noise back to your ears ...I use foam ear plugs plus a good standard ear muff type set for hearing protection...shoot a 50BMG, or stand next to someone shooting one, you'll want serious hearing protection. My 2 cents...your ears.

 

[BoilerBobcat]

If you're willing to spend the money, a pair of Sordin Supreme Pro-X with the gel earcups are the best I've found. I think they run $290, which is enough to buy a couple/few sets of other brands, but the sound of the speakers, durability and quality has been way ahead of everything else I've owned. A few brands I've had before have fragile plastic arms that periodically break, or horrible sounding microphone/speakers. For me, being able to hear range commands, talk with my coach or scorer, and have quality stereo hearing is invaluable. (shooting primarily Palma, mid/long range.). On the rare occasion I get to hunt, I still wear the Sordin's as I can hear EVERYTHING in the woods if I turn up the volume.

Some of the Peltors RangeGuard/Tac sport have worked well, but I've broken the armbars on two sets. The Walker Razors are okay for a budget friendly option, but the microphone/speakers are horrible. The Howard Leight ones were okay, but felt extremely uncomfortable. They make aftermarket gel earcups, so that might helps some of these.

Whatever you get, I would recommend finding something you can get the gel earcups for. I'm wearing them 8+ hours at a time, and don't experience the pain I used to around my ears as I did with regular foam/plastic cups. I also get a much better seal around the ear which reduces the noise (especially with a hat and sunglasses). When under a canopy or louder area (muzzle brake, 50's), I still recommend in-ear foam plugs as the NRR of all the muffs is still too low regardless of brand/make/model.

 

[coldboreshot]

+1^^^^^^^^^