Vibes High Fidelity Earplugs – Comfortable and Reusable Hearing Protection for Concerts and Live Music, Virtually Invisible Design with Travel Case

First off, I've seen some reviews from customers complaining that Vibes earplugs don't block all sound... they would have known this had they bothered to read the descriptions and seen the images prior to purchase. They were designed to reduce the decibels of sound, not eradicate sound completely. Not many earplugs actually eradicate sound completely, for that you need ear defenders, or something called sound block which is like a putty for the ears. Foam plugs also still let some sound in so Idk what kind of miracle they were hoping for. That being said, these have been a bit of a miracle for me.I'm autistic, and sound has always been an issue for me. Ear defenders help keep the auditory overload from happening, but it then indicates to others that I'm autistic and though that can be helpful, it can also be harmful as we are then exposed as being vulnerable targets. Ear defenders also complicate matters when it comes to communication. I cannot hear what someone tells me or asks of me with my ear defenders on, but if I take them off I still cannot process what they are saying for all the background noise blends in with their voice. Vibes ear plugs bridge the gap. I can wear these to filter the sound, a filter that my brain does not have when it processes sound. By filtering out the unnecessary sounds around me whilst allowing me to still hear people close to me, makes it easier to function.Supermarkets are one of my biggest nightmares sound wise. The checkout beeps are greatly reduced with Vibes. I still hear them, but they are faint like they are in the distant. I can hold a conversation with a staff member. I can look at the deals and figure out if they are suitable for me and a good deal for my home situation, rather than be overwhelmed with so much sound that I can't do a simple math equation in my head to figure that information out. Though having ear defenders can help with this, like I said drawing attention to my autism puts me at a vulnerable risk of exposure.Vibes allow me to enjoy a movie without the sound overwhelming me or the sirens passing by causing distress as I overload. I've not tried them anywhere else yet due to Covid-19 rules, just for now, these earplugs are a blessing.Some people have said they don't fit right, have fallen out on stage during music performances and are therefore "dangerous" - well the sillicone buds they have on them when they arrive are for tiny children not adults, again it is suggested that you try on with the additional silicone buds in the packet to find your correct fit. Once you have them in they don't come out easily at all.There is also a convenient little case that can hold your Vibes Ear Plugs, as well as the alternative size silicone buds too.The price seems a little steep for these things, however I'm willing to pay it for the amount of relief I have from them and the difference they make in my life. They'll not be for everyone, as people have their own preferences and sensitivities to consider, so when looking through the reviews to decide on purchasing them or not, just keep in mind that some people clearly did not read the descriptions provided, nor did they see they were designed for musicians, and some didn't do as instructed. Being a blessing for my ASD auditory processing issues was not what they were designed for, however they have worked well for me. They are so comfortable I barely even notice them in my ears, until I start eating something and can hear my own chewing lol. Don't take a bad review to mean it's bad product, most of the time people just butt hurt they didn't read the description or instructions first and are blaming it on the product instead acknowledging their own mistakes. Pay them no mind. Make up your mind by deciding if they could be right for you.

I bought these earplugs as they were recommended for people with noise sensitivities. The vibes arrived on time in a neat black box, containing a thank you note, the earplugs encased in foam, and a black plastic case containing two additional sizes of the silicone buds.Upon putting them in, it feels like wearing in-ear headphones without anything playing in them. I was initially put off by that feeling because I could hear my breathing and myself talking much more than usual and I didn't like that (Note: I am very new to using earplugs for my noise sensitivity issues). I also tried using them while needing to run some shopping errands and I didn't enjoy them because everyone sounded too muffled and I already need to pay a lot of attention to people speaking to me to keep up with a conversation, so it was a bit distressing and frustrating in that context. I chucked them in the provided case and threw them in my backpack for going out and kind of forgot them for a while.But then I discovered their best use for my needs! Whenever I go out, I usually prefer noise cancelling headphones as they both lower outside noise and I get the auditory stimulation of music. But, on some days, all sound can be extremely overwhelming so I try to go headphone-free. However, I noticed that the noise of traffic or the supermarket are also distressing. I remembered my Vibes were in my backpack and I put them in and, they were perfect! I could literally hear myself calm down as my breathing slowed and I was no longer distressed by outside noise. The sound was still there but muffled, which was the exact fix I needed. I was able to take my time and carry out a small supermarket shop with them in as they took the edge off the high pitched beeping of the machines. So now I know I can rely on them as a tool for those high-sensitivity days, where I'd typically feel like I have no other choice but to stay indoors.In conclusion, I don't think it's meant to be a fix-all type of item - at least in isn't for me. However, if you are someone who gets stressed by background noises, it is definitely worth testing out for yourself. As I get more used to the earplugs, I would like to try them again for outdoor conversations. If they work in this context then they'll be worthy of a five star rating.