Thread: Ear plugs Bose vs. ER6i (motorcycle show)

Quote: Originally Posted by Photog Wearing foam earplugs will take care of most of the annoying noise, yet will still allow you to hear what you need to hear--different frequencies filter through depending on the earplug. For instance, the booming/rumbling/whooshing wind noise I get on various bikes is filtered out nicely, yet I can hear cam chains/gears, conversation with a passenger at a stoplight, cars coming up on either side, and so on....

thanks for the info

Quote: Originally Posted by C8X I imagine the road noise can get pretty deafening depending on your windshield and helmet style, that's why I was thinking it would be nice to use the ER-6's for hearing protection, but have it plugged into some kind of binaural wind-proofed mics that will still let you hear what's happening around you in stereo. Like these: http://www.botac.com/pelcomtac.html C8X, Thanks for letting us know that...

Quote: Originally Posted by Gadget Boy ER6i, best bang for the buck. Comfortable under a helmet, blocks wind noise... and sounds great.. I've tried everything else.. custom molded ear monitors, helmet speakers, Shure, etc... Etymotic ER6i work best and are super comfy. +1 Plus I've heard tails of great customer service with them.

Don't over-look the Shure E3c earphone. They offer exceptional sound, noise reduction and durability for motorcycle use. Just be sure to order the optional 3-flange rubber ear stems.

Ck ou Amazon on the ER6 I got a pair a feww weeks ago brand new for $75.

The new Bose earbuds don't have any noise reduction at all. Get the ER-6i, you're gonna' love em'. The Cycle World shows don't carry either. They usually have one or two audiologists that can fit you for their custom earbuds. They take impressions of your ears and in a week or two they send you your earbuds through the mail.

Quote: Originally Posted by C8X I don't understand - are you using these to listen to music while riding? Isn't that dangerous? I don't even own a motorcycle yet... It's up to each individual to decide if listening to music via earbuds while riding is for them. IMHO, out on the open slab you need something to occupy your mind when you have long stretches to cross. I ride L.A. to Phoenix and back to visit family from time...

I have both moulded earplugs and E6i. The E6i are far better.

Quote: Originally Posted by C8X I I imagine the road noise can get pretty deafening depending on your windshield and helmet style, that's why I was thinking it would be nice to use the ER-6's for hearing protection, but have it plugged into some kind of binaural wind-proofed mics that will still let you hear what's happening around you in stereo. Like these: http://www.botac.com/pelcomtac.html B Wearing foam earplugs will take...