{"id":2080575,"date":"2025-10-09T23:22:43","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T23:22:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2080575"},"modified":"2025-10-09T23:22:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T23:22:43","slug":"the-best-earplugs-for-concerts-tested-by-rolling-stone-editors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/the-best-earplugs-for-concerts-tested-by-rolling-stone-editors\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Earplugs for Concerts, Tested by Rolling Stone Editors"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"pmc-ecomm-disclaimer\">\n\tIf you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission.<\/p>\n<div class=\"toc \/\/  lrv-u-border-a-2 u-margin-b-250 lrv-u-margin-t-150 u-margin-t-250 lrv-u-padding-lr-125\">\n<h2 id=\"section-heading\" class=\"c-heading larva   a-content-ignore lrv-a-font-primary-l lrv-u-border-b-2 lrv-u-margin-b-1 lrv-u-padding-tb-075 lrv-u-text-align-center a-font-theme-primary-xxs u-letter-spacing-1\">\n<p>\t\tTable of Contents<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n<nav class=\"toc-navigation \/\/ lrv-js-MobileHeightToggle lrv-u-padding-b-1\">\n<p><h4 id=\"\" class=\"nav__title lrv-js-MobileHeightToggle-trigger lrv-u-background-color-white lrv-u-font-weight-normal lrv-u-padding-a-050 lrv-u-justify-content-center lrv-u-text-transform-capitalize\">View More<\/h4>\n<\/p>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tIt took me years to invest in <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/product-recommendations\/electronics\/loop-earplugs-review-1235068305\/\">earplugs<\/a> for <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/product-recommendations\/tickets\/buy-jin-bts-runseokjin_ep-tour-tickets-online-1235326535\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">concerts<\/a>. Now I never go to shows without them. I loved the immersiveness of booming sound (enough to put up with ringing ears afterward), but recurring tinnitus and premature hearing loss led me to finally invest in some of the best earplugs for <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/t\/concerts\/\" id=\"auto-tag_concerts\" data-tag=\"concerts\">concerts<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"at-a-glance-the-best-earplugs-for-concerts\" class=\"heading larva \/\/      \">\n\t\tAt a Glance: The Best Earplugs for Concerts\t<\/h3>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tThe big discovery, for me, was how good earplugs for concerts have gotten. Today, there are many high-quality options that partially block harmful volumes, letting you fully enjoy the music and even hold conversations without taking your \u2018plugs out. In other words, there\u2019s no reason not to wear earplugs to shows. In fact, I\u2019ve started bringing them out with me everywhere for bars and other loud spaces, as well as concerts.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tHowever, not all earplugs for concerts are worth your money. To help find the best ones, our team of experts reviewed several popular options to find the best earplugs for concerts.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading larva \/\/   lrv-a-font-primary-l pmc-toc--heading lrv-a-show-on-hover-parent\" id=\"how-we-tested-selected-the-best-earplugs-for-concerts\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"pmc-toc--anchor lrv-u-position-relative\" href=\"#how-we-tested-selected-the-best-earplugs-for-concerts\" title=\"How We Tested &amp; Selected The Best Earplugs for Concerts\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><br \/>\n\t\t<span class=\"pmc-toc--anchor-icon lrv-a-show-on-hover\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" class=\"xmlns=\" http:=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" width=\"1.25rem\" height=\"1.25rem\" style=\"-ms-transform: rotate(360deg); -webkit-transform: rotate(360deg); transform: rotate(360deg);\" preserveaspectratio=\"xMidYMid meet\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.74 2.76a4.321 4.321 0 0 1 0 6.1l-1.53 1.52c-1.12 1.12-2.7 1.47-4.14 1.09l2.62-2.61l.76-.77l.76-.76c.84-.84.84-2.2 0-3.04a2.13 2.13 0 0 0-3.04 0l-.77.76l-3.38 3.38c-.37-1.44-.02-3.02 1.1-4.14l1.52-1.53a4.321 4.321 0 0 1 6.1 0zM8.59 13.43l5.34-5.34c.42-.42.42-1.1 0-1.52c-.44-.43-1.13-.39-1.53 0l-5.33 5.34c-.42.42-.42 1.1 0 1.52c.44.43 1.13.39 1.52 0zm-.76 2.29l4.14-4.15c.38 1.44.03 3.02-1.09 4.14l-1.52 1.53a4.321 4.321 0 0 1-6.1 0a4.321 4.321 0 0 1 0-6.1l1.53-1.52c1.12-1.12 2.7-1.47 4.14-1.1l-4.14 4.15c-.85.84-.85 2.2 0 3.05c.84.84 2.2.84 3.04 0z\" fill=\"#626262\"\/><\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\t\tHow We Tested &amp; Selected The Best Earplugs for Concerts\t<\/h2>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tTo find the best earplugs for concerts, our music and product editors brought several best-selling pairs to different concerts and compared their performance, comfort\/fit, and in-ear aesthetics.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tAll earplugs also have a noise reduction rating (NRR), which indicates how many decibels the earplugs block. For example, if you\u2019re at a 100 dB concert and you use earplugs with an NRR of 20 dB, the sound will be reduced to 80 dB. For most people, the best earplugs reduce the volume but still allow all components of the music (and any friends in your ear) to be clear and intelligible. That means you\u2019ll want a lower NRR \u2014 around 20 dB is generally good.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tFit and comfort are also crucial. Proper fit helps improve noise reduction, as too-small \u2018plugs won\u2019t filter sound as effectively. Earplugs should also be comfortable enough that you all but forget about them (and don\u2019t need to adjust at any point).<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tLastly, we also considered how the plugs look in your ear. No one wants plastic jutting out \u2014 both for aesthetic reasons and so that they don\u2019t get accidentally swiped out by dancing shoulders.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading larva \/\/   lrv-a-font-primary-l pmc-toc--heading lrv-a-show-on-hover-parent\" id=\"the-best-earplugs-for-concerts\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"pmc-toc--anchor lrv-u-position-relative\" href=\"#the-best-earplugs-for-concerts\" title=\"The Best Earplugs for Concerts\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><br \/>\n\t\t<span class=\"pmc-toc--anchor-icon lrv-a-show-on-hover\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" class=\"xmlns=\" http:=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" width=\"1.25rem\" height=\"1.25rem\" style=\"-ms-transform: rotate(360deg); -webkit-transform: rotate(360deg); transform: rotate(360deg);\" preserveaspectratio=\"xMidYMid meet\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.74 2.76a4.321 4.321 0 0 1 0 6.1l-1.53 1.52c-1.12 1.12-2.7 1.47-4.14 1.09l2.62-2.61l.76-.77l.76-.76c.84-.84.84-2.2 0-3.04a2.13 2.13 0 0 0-3.04 0l-.77.76l-3.38 3.38c-.37-1.44-.02-3.02 1.1-4.14l1.52-1.53a4.321 4.321 0 0 1 6.1 0zM8.59 13.43l5.34-5.34c.42-.42.42-1.1 0-1.52c-.44-.43-1.13-.39-1.53 0l-5.33 5.34c-.42.42-.42 1.1 0 1.52c.44.43 1.13.39 1.52 0zm-.76 2.29l4.14-4.15c.38 1.44.03 3.02-1.09 4.14l-1.52 1.53a4.321 4.321 0 0 1-6.1 0a4.321 4.321 0 0 1 0-6.1l1.53-1.52c1.12-1.12 2.7-1.47 4.14-1.1l-4.14 4.15c-.85.84-.85 2.2 0 3.05c.84.84 2.2.84 3.04 0z\" fill=\"#626262\"\/><\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\t\tThe Best Earplugs for Concerts\t<\/h2>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tBelow are some of the best earplugs for concerts, after our editors\u2019 testing.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-card \/\/  u-border-tb-2 lrv-u-padding-tb-2 lrv-u-margin-b-1 lrv-u-width-100p lrv-u-flex   is-style-right\">\n<div class=\"product-card-inner-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-width-100p\">\n<div class=\"product-card-image-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-position-relative lrv-a-floated-right@tablet u-width-300@desktop-xl u-width-230@desktop lrv-u-margin-l-2@desktop lrv-u-margin-b-050@desktop\">\n<div class=\"c-lazy-image  lrv-u-border-a-2\">\n\t\t\t<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/pmc_0aaa4_rollingstone?q=https%3A%2F%2Floop-earplugs.sjv.io%2Fc%2F256585%2F1392117%2F16615%3FsubId1%3DRS-938572%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fus.loopearplugs.com%252Fproducts%252Fswitch&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fproduct-recommendations%2Flifestyle%2Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%2F&amp;ref=pmcTrackonomicsReferrer&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"c-lazy-image__link lrv-a-unstyle-link\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"lrv-a-crop-1x1\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div><figcaption class=\"c-figcaption  lrv-u-flex lrv-u-flex-direction-column lrv-u-text-align-center\">\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-card-content-wrapper \/\/ \">\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEditor\u2019s Pick\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"c-title-68e843bc256263.67678802\" class=\"c-title  lrv-a-font-primary-l  lrv-u-margin-t-075@mobile-max lrv-a-unstyle-inner-links\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\tLoop Switch 2\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-dek  paragraph lrv-u-order-100 lrv-u-margin-t-150 lrv-u-margin-t-2@mobile-max lrv-a-font-body-l lrv-u-margin-b-00\">\n\t\t<strong>NRR<\/strong>: 20-26<br \/><strong>Ear tips<\/strong>: XS, S, M, L\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tOver the last couple of years, Loop has established itself as the leader in universal-fit earplugs. Most of our staff (myself included) have extensively tested the brand\u2019s best-sellers and can confidently say the hype is real. I love their metallic, jewelry-like design, which makes them better-looking than most earplugs (unless you want total discretion). More importantly, I love the excellent noise-reduction that turns down the volume without sacrificing audio quality.<br \/>The <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/pmc_0aaa4_rollingstone?q=https%3A%2F%2Floop-earplugs.sjv.io%2Fc%2F256585%2F1392117%2F16615%3FsubId1%3DRS-938572%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fus.loopearplugs.com%252Fproducts%252Fswitch&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fproduct-recommendations%2Flifestyle%2Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%2F&amp;ref=pmcTrackonomicsReferrer&amp;event_type=click\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Loop Switch 2<\/a> is our top pick from the brand. Unlike most earplugs, you can adjust how much volume is let in by shifting a dial (no need to swap tips). The plugs have three modes: \u201cQuiet\u201d, \u201cExperience,\u201d and \u201cEngage,\u201d ranging from almost full quiet to noise-dampening. The former is great for non-concert activities, as well as extremely loud shows, while the \u201cEngage\u201d option is ideal for full immersion and occasional conversations.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-card \/\/  u-border-tb-2 lrv-u-padding-tb-2 lrv-u-margin-b-1 lrv-u-width-100p lrv-u-flex   is-style-right\">\n<div class=\"product-card-inner-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-width-100p\">\n<div class=\"product-card-image-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-position-relative lrv-a-floated-right@tablet u-width-300@desktop-xl u-width-230@desktop lrv-u-margin-l-2@desktop lrv-u-margin-b-050@desktop\">\n<div class=\"c-lazy-image  lrv-u-border-a-2\">\n\t\t\t<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/pmc_0aaa4_rollingstone?q=https%3A%2F%2Floop-earplugs.sjv.io%2Fc%2F256585%2F1392117%2F16615%3FsubId1%3DRS-938572%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fus.loopearplugs.com%252Fproducts%252Fexperience&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fproduct-recommendations%2Flifestyle%2Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%2F&amp;ref=pmcTrackonomicsReferrer&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"c-lazy-image__link lrv-a-unstyle-link\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"lrv-a-crop-1x1\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-lazy-image__img lrv-u-background-color-grey-lightest lrv-u-width-100p lrv-u-display-block lrv-u-height-auto\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/themes\/vip\/pmc-rollingstone-2022\/assets\/public\/lazyload-fallback.gif\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5837.png?w=1024\" alt=\"The Best Earplugs for Concerts, Tested by Rolling Stone Editors\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5837.png 2287w, https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5837.png?resize=300,296 300w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" height=\"\" width=\"\"\/><\/p><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div><figcaption class=\"c-figcaption  lrv-u-flex lrv-u-flex-direction-column lrv-u-text-align-center\">\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-card-content-wrapper \/\/ \">\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRunner-Up\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"c-title-68e843bc265ee3.53424030\" class=\"c-title  lrv-a-font-primary-l  lrv-u-margin-t-075@mobile-max lrv-a-unstyle-inner-links\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\tLoop Experience 2\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-dek  paragraph lrv-u-order-100 lrv-u-margin-t-150 lrv-u-margin-t-2@mobile-max lrv-a-font-body-l lrv-u-margin-b-00\">\n\t\t<strong>NRR<\/strong>: 17<br \/><strong>Ear tips<\/strong>: XS, S, M, L\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\t<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/pmc_0aaa4_rollingstone?q=https%3A%2F%2Floop-earplugs.sjv.io%2Fc%2F256585%2F1392117%2F16615%3FsubId1%3DRS-938572%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fus.loopearplugs.com%252Fproducts%252Fexperience&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fproduct-recommendations%2Flifestyle%2Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%2F&amp;ref=pmcTrackonomicsReferrer&amp;event_type=click\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Loop\u2019s Experience 2<\/a> is also worth considering. It\u2019s $25 cheaper than the Switch and offers top-tier sound reduction designed specifically for concerts, music festivals, and similar environments. They\u2019re exceptionally comfortable, largely thanks to the namesake loop that fits snugly in your ear to lock them in place. Sound quality is as good as you\u2019ll get with universal-fit earplugs, and the three eartip sizes offer a good fit for almost everyone.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-card \/\/  u-border-tb-2 lrv-u-padding-tb-2 lrv-u-margin-b-1 lrv-u-width-100p lrv-u-flex   is-style-right\">\n<div class=\"product-card-inner-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-width-100p\">\n<div class=\"product-card-image-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-position-relative lrv-a-floated-right@tablet u-width-300@desktop-xl u-width-230@desktop lrv-u-margin-l-2@desktop lrv-u-margin-b-050@desktop\">\n<div class=\"c-lazy-image  lrv-u-border-a-2\">\n\t\t\t<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/pmc_0aaa4_rollingstone?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CX5PFZBW%3Fref%3Dt_ac_view_request_product_image%26campaignId%3Damzn1.campaign.24YC0XG2PHFA4%26linkCode%3Dtr1%26tag%3Drollingston07-20%26linkId%3Damzn1.campaign.24YC0XG2PHFA4_1759850443817%26asc_source%3Dweb%26asc_campaign%3Dweb%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rollingstone.com%252Fproduct-recommendations%252Flifestyle%252Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fproduct-recommendations%2Flifestyle%2Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%2F&amp;ref=pmcTrackonomicsReferrer&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"c-lazy-image__link lrv-a-unstyle-link\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"lrv-a-crop-1x1\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-lazy-image__img lrv-u-background-color-grey-lightest lrv-u-width-100p lrv-u-display-block lrv-u-height-auto\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/themes\/vip\/pmc-rollingstone-2022\/assets\/public\/lazyload-fallback.gif\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/vibes_earplugs_jz_720.jpg?w=405\" alt=\"The Best Earplugs for Concerts, Tested by Rolling Stone Editors\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/vibes_earplugs_jz_720.jpg 405w, https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/vibes_earplugs_jz_720.jpg?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/vibes_earplugs_jz_720.jpg?resize=300,298 300w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 405px) 85vw, 405px\" height=\"\" width=\"\"\/><\/p><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div><figcaption class=\"c-figcaption  lrv-u-flex lrv-u-flex-direction-column lrv-u-text-align-center\">\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-card-content-wrapper \/\/ \">\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBudget Pick\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"c-title-68e843bc275335.13687564\" class=\"c-title  lrv-a-font-primary-l  lrv-u-margin-t-075@mobile-max lrv-a-unstyle-inner-links\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\tVibes\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-dek  paragraph lrv-u-order-100 lrv-u-margin-t-150 lrv-u-margin-t-2@mobile-max lrv-a-font-body-l lrv-u-margin-b-00\">\n\t\t<strong>NRR<\/strong>: 15<br \/><strong>Ear tips<\/strong>: S, M, L\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tAs much as we wish hearing protection was cool, the truth is that most people would probably rather not advertise that they\u2019re wearing earplugs at the concert. <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/pmc_0aaa4_rollingstone?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CX5PFZBW%3Fref%3Dt_ac_view_request_product_image%26campaignId%3Damzn1.campaign.24YC0XG2PHFA4%26linkCode%3Dtr1%26tag%3Drollingston07-20%26linkId%3Damzn1.campaign.24YC0XG2PHFA4_1759850443817%26asc_source%3Dweb%26asc_campaign%3Dweb%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rollingstone.com%252Fproduct-recommendations%252Flifestyle%252Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fproduct-recommendations%2Flifestyle%2Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%2F&amp;ref=pmcTrackonomicsReferrer&amp;event_type=click\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Vibes<\/a> gets it, which is why these earplugs are incredibly discreet, with <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/pmc_0aaa4_rollingstone?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CX5PFZBW%3Fref%3Dt_ac_view_request_product_image%26campaignId%3Damzn1.campaign.3UAH0TJNPV049%26linkCode%3Dtr1%26tag%3Drollingston07-20%26linkId%3Damzn1.campaign.3UAH0TJNPV049_1745538894552%26asc_source%3Dweb%26asc_campaign%3Dweb%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rollingstone.com%252Fproduct-recommendations%252Flifestyle%252Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fproduct-recommendations%2Flifestyle%2Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%2F&amp;ref=pmcTrackonomicsReferrer&amp;event_type=click\" target=\"_blank\">transparent stems<\/a> that are nearly invisible in the ear. In our testing, we found that they sufficiently reduced loud noises without music sounding overly muffled, and they were comfortable enough to wear for a whole concert. They feature replaceable ear tips and come in a small case that\u2019s easy to take on the go, making them the ideal companion for venues with no-bag policies.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-card \/\/  u-border-tb-2 lrv-u-padding-tb-2 lrv-u-margin-b-1 lrv-u-width-100p lrv-u-flex   is-style-right\">\n<div class=\"product-card-inner-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-width-100p\">\n<div class=\"product-card-image-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-position-relative lrv-a-floated-right@tablet u-width-300@desktop-xl u-width-230@desktop lrv-u-margin-l-2@desktop lrv-u-margin-b-050@desktop\">\n<div class=\"c-lazy-image  lrv-u-border-a-2\">\n\t\t\t<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/pmc_0aaa4_rollingstone?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB07STX6VSH%3Ftag%3Drollingston07-20%26linkCode%3Dogi%26th%3D1%26psc%3D1%26language%3Den_US%26asc_source%3Dweb%26asc_campaign%3Dweb%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rollingstone.com%252Fproduct-recommendations%252Flifestyle%252Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fproduct-recommendations%2Flifestyle%2Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%2F&amp;ref=pmcTrackonomicsReferrer&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"c-lazy-image__link lrv-a-unstyle-link\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"lrv-a-crop-1x1\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-lazy-image__img lrv-u-background-color-grey-lightest lrv-u-width-100p lrv-u-display-block lrv-u-height-auto\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/themes\/vip\/pmc-rollingstone-2022\/assets\/public\/lazyload-fallback.gif\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3ad2ef81-7eaa-418d-90ad-dfb1a9508515.__CR00970600_PT0_SX970_V1___.png?w=970\" alt=\"The Best Earplugs for Concerts, Tested by Rolling Stone Editors\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3ad2ef81-7eaa-418d-90ad-dfb1a9508515.__CR00970600_PT0_SX970_V1___.png 970w, https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3ad2ef81-7eaa-418d-90ad-dfb1a9508515.__CR00970600_PT0_SX970_V1___.png?resize=150,150 150w, https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3ad2ef81-7eaa-418d-90ad-dfb1a9508515.__CR00970600_PT0_SX970_V1___.png?resize=300,300 300w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" height=\"\" width=\"\"\/><\/p><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div><figcaption class=\"c-figcaption  lrv-u-flex lrv-u-flex-direction-column lrv-u-text-align-center\">\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-card-content-wrapper \/\/ \">\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMoldable\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"c-title-68e843bc284fa9.43715931\" class=\"c-title  lrv-a-font-primary-l  lrv-u-margin-t-075@mobile-max lrv-a-unstyle-inner-links\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\tDecibullz Moldable Earplugs for Concerts\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-dek  paragraph lrv-u-order-100 lrv-u-margin-t-150 lrv-u-margin-t-2@mobile-max lrv-a-font-body-l lrv-u-margin-b-00\">\n\t\t<strong>NRR<\/strong>: 12<br \/><strong>Ear tips<\/strong>: S, M, L\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tIf all earplugs don\u2019t seem to fit properly, try these semi-custom plugs from Decibullz. The eartips are moldable; just soften them in hot water and push them into your ears while they cool down (like a mouthguard). The molding process is very easy, and the result is a pair of earplugs that stay extra secure (and comfortable) through any headbanging. They do have a slightly lower NRR than others (12), which means music will sound slightly louder than the options above.<\/p>\n<div class=\"product-card \/\/  u-border-tb-2 lrv-u-padding-tb-2 lrv-u-margin-b-1 lrv-u-width-100p lrv-u-flex   is-style-right\">\n<div class=\"product-card-inner-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-width-100p\">\n<div class=\"product-card-image-wrapper \/\/ lrv-u-position-relative lrv-a-floated-right@tablet u-width-300@desktop-xl u-width-230@desktop lrv-u-margin-l-2@desktop lrv-u-margin-b-050@desktop\">\n<div class=\"c-lazy-image  lrv-u-border-a-2\">\n\t\t\t<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/clicks.trx-hub.com\/xid\/pmc_0aaa4_rollingstone?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB019M576XW%3Ftag%3Drollingston07-20%26linkCode%3Dogi%26th%3D1%26psc%3D1%26language%3Den_US%26asc_source%3Dweb%26asc_campaign%3Dweb%26asc_refurl%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.rollingstone.com%252Fproduct-recommendations%252Flifestyle%252Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%252F&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rollingstone.com%2Fproduct-recommendations%2Flifestyle%2Fbest-earplugs-for-concerts-music-938572%2F&amp;ref=pmcTrackonomicsReferrer&amp;event_type=click\" class=\"c-lazy-image__link lrv-a-unstyle-link\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"lrv-a-crop-1x1\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-lazy-image__img lrv-u-background-color-grey-lightest lrv-u-width-100p lrv-u-display-block lrv-u-height-auto\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/themes\/vip\/pmc-rollingstone-2022\/assets\/public\/lazyload-fallback.gif\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/eargasm.jpg?w=922\" alt=\"The Best Earplugs for Concerts, Tested by Rolling Stone Editors\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/eargasm.jpg 1572w, https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/eargasm.jpg?resize=270,300 270w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" height=\"\" width=\"\"\/><\/p><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div><figcaption class=\"c-figcaption  lrv-u-flex lrv-u-flex-direction-column lrv-u-text-align-center\">\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-card-content-wrapper \/\/ \">\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDiscreet\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"c-title-68e843bc294d58.61673836\" class=\"c-title  lrv-a-font-primary-l  lrv-u-margin-t-075@mobile-max lrv-a-unstyle-inner-links\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\tEargasm High Fidelity Earplugs\t\t<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n<p class=\"c-dek  paragraph lrv-u-order-100 lrv-u-margin-t-150 lrv-u-margin-t-2@mobile-max lrv-a-font-body-l lrv-u-margin-b-00\">\n\t\t<strong>NRR<\/strong>: 16<br \/><strong>Ear tips<\/strong>: S, L\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tEargasm\u2019s affordable earplugs were the first pair I used after a friend gifted them to me. With an NRR of 16 dB, they\u2019re good for even the loudest shows and offer very good value at $42 for the basic colorway. They\u2019re very discreet, sitting deep in the ear with a pull tab to get them out after the show. I\u2019m also a big fan of the small metal keychain case, which is easy to slip on a keyring and carry everywhere. The one downside is that you only get two size options, which can mean a poor fit for some ears. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading larva \/\/   lrv-a-font-primary-l pmc-toc--heading lrv-a-show-on-hover-parent\" id=\"how-do-noise-reduction-earplugs-work\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"pmc-toc--anchor lrv-u-position-relative\" href=\"#how-do-noise-reduction-earplugs-work\" title=\"How Do Noise Reduction Earplugs Work?\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><br \/>\n\t\t<span class=\"pmc-toc--anchor-icon lrv-a-show-on-hover\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" class=\"xmlns=\" http:=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" width=\"1.25rem\" height=\"1.25rem\" style=\"-ms-transform: rotate(360deg); -webkit-transform: rotate(360deg); transform: rotate(360deg);\" preserveaspectratio=\"xMidYMid meet\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.74 2.76a4.321 4.321 0 0 1 0 6.1l-1.53 1.52c-1.12 1.12-2.7 1.47-4.14 1.09l2.62-2.61l.76-.77l.76-.76c.84-.84.84-2.2 0-3.04a2.13 2.13 0 0 0-3.04 0l-.77.76l-3.38 3.38c-.37-1.44-.02-3.02 1.1-4.14l1.52-1.53a4.321 4.321 0 0 1 6.1 0zM8.59 13.43l5.34-5.34c.42-.42.42-1.1 0-1.52c-.44-.43-1.13-.39-1.53 0l-5.33 5.34c-.42.42-.42 1.1 0 1.52c.44.43 1.13.39 1.52 0zm-.76 2.29l4.14-4.15c.38 1.44.03 3.02-1.09 4.14l-1.52 1.53a4.321 4.321 0 0 1-6.1 0a4.321 4.321 0 0 1 0-6.1l1.53-1.52c1.12-1.12 2.7-1.47 4.14-1.1l-4.14 4.15c-.85.84-.85 2.2 0 3.05c.84.84 2.2.84 3.04 0z\" fill=\"#626262\"\/><\/svg><br \/>\n\t\t<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\t\tHow Do Noise Reduction Earplugs Work?\t<\/h2>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tNoise reduction earplugs are designed to reduce the volume of outside noise instead of simply blocking it (like foam earplugs do). They do this using filters that allow in some, but not all frequencies.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-line-height-copy  lrv-a-font-body-l   \">\n\tThese types of earplugs are \u201cpassive,\u201d which is different than the \u201cactive\u201d noise cancellation you find in most earbuds and headphones, such as AirPods. Active noise-canceling earbuds and headphones pick up outside noise and emit a frequency opposite to the one coming in, which \u201ccancels\u201d out that incoming noise. Noise reduction earplugs, on the other hand, filter outside sound to reduce the overall decibel level that reaches your ears. Foam earplugs are an example of this, since they create a physical barrier between your ear canal and the outside sound, but they don\u2019t have a filter that lets in <em>some<\/em> sound, like the earplugs above.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.rollingstone.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Table of Contents View More It took me years to invest in earplugs for concerts. Now I never go to shows without them. 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