Invisible earplugs are the perfect stocking stuffer for music lovers
That audiophile in your life can be so difficult to shop for, especially if you're one of those low-maintenance listeners who's never really understood the appeal of, say, collecting fragile vinyl records. (In your defense, Spotify's library of tunes is extremely large and extremely free.)
Well, fret not: The Mashable Shop is currently holding a sale on the EarDials, a set of smart, transparent earplugs that make the perfect stocking stuffer for any music snob who still wants to be able to be able to hear after the encore wraps up. (Imagine that!)
People who wear earplugs to a show may find themselves the butt of a couple jokes now and then, but tinnitus — the ringing in your ears after a loud concert — is no joke. The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders notes that "long or repeated exposure to sounds at or above 85 decibels can cause hearing loss." Considering most clubs and concerts expose you to levels of sound over 100 decibels, it's reasonable to assume that just one show can permanently damage your hearing if you're not careful.
That's where the EarDials come in: Specifically designed for piercing music environments, these comfortable, low-profile hearing protection filters sound so you can still enjoy your favorite artists and chat with your fellow concert-goers without suffering the consequences of loud noise exposure (or looking like a dweeb). Each pair comes with access to a companion mobile app that detects the safety of the sound level around you, as well as a compact aluminum storage case that can fit right in your purse or pocket.
With the purchase of a pair of EarDials, you'll not only be benefitting you (or your Secret Santa's) ears, but someone else's, as 5% of all profits go to charities seeking a cure for tinnitus and noise-induced hearing loss. ('Tis the season of giving, after all.)
Click here to pick up a pair of EarDials for just $21.99 — 33% off the original price of $33. Be sure to use the coupon code GIFTSHOP15 to receive an extra 15% off.
Topics Music
Leah Stodart is a Philadelphia-based Senior Shopping Reporter at Mashable where she covers and tests essential home tech like vacuums and TVs, plus eco-friendly hacks. Her ever-evolving experience in these categories comes in clutch when making recommendations on how to spend your money during shopping holidays like Black Friday, which Leah has been covering for Mashable since 2017.
