If you think concerts are loud in the crowd, imagine standing next to the speakers every night for years.
This is what DJs are dealing with on a daily/ weekly basis. For them, constant exposure to unsafe decibel levels isn’t just an inconvenience, it’s a career-threatening reality.
For most people, concerts are occasional escapes. But for artists, the stage is a workplace, it is their playground. Between blasting monitors, booming PA systems, and in-ear headphone use, decibel levels regularly exceed 100–110 dB, a range that can cause permanent hearing damage in just minutes.
Tinnitus, hearing loss, and sensitivity to sound are no longer rare conditions among performers; they’re common occupational hazards. And when your career depends on being able to hear every nuance of a mix, even a small amount of hearing damage can have devastating consequences.
Some of the world’s most respected musicians have shared their struggles with hearing issues such as Alesso and Martin Garrix
Watch Martin Garrix talk about Tinnitus here
Hi-fidelity technology has been a major game changer. Unlike foam plugs that dull sound, hi-fi earplugs like DownBeats filter sound evenly across frequencies. The result? The music stays crisp, clear, and true to the mix, just at a safer, reduced volume.
Today, wearing earplugs at a show isn’t a sign you’re not having fun; it’s proof you’re taking music seriously enough to want to enjoy it for life.