lowdown Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 For full time Musicians (although you don't have to be a MU member, just the rate is better). There is a chance for a test and then a fitting[color=#1D2129][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif] for new pro-level earplugs.[/font][/color] [color=#1D2129][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif]It has just been pointed out and recommended by a couple of my muso friends. (all[/font][/color][color=#1D2129][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif] for £30, under the MU's scheme and taking [/font][/color][color=#1D2129][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif]advantage of the subsidized offer)[/font][/color] [color=#1D2129][font=Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif]I am just about to apply and will update.[/font][/color] If you want to check it out, link here (nothing to lose by applying). https://www.helpmusicians.org.uk/working-retired-musicians/musicians-hearing-health-scheme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 This looks like a top scheme. If only I could find my MU number! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKenrick Posted October 30, 2016 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Thanks for that, I remembered someone mentioning it on a gig the other week and forgot to follow it up - could do with some better earplugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 So you get £160 ACS plugs for £30? Do you have to be an MU member first? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigd1 Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 [quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1477875009' post='3165022'] So you get £160 ACS plugs for £30? Do you have to be an MU member first? [/quote] NNnnnnnnoooooo they just take you on your word.....................................NOT!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 I am sitting in the waiting room for this. 2 weeks from application to appointment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crez5150 Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 [quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1477875009' post='3165022'] So you get £160 ACS plugs for £30? Do you have to be an MU member first? [/quote] Nope its £40 for non MU members Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 It is a bona fide bargain. This is your opportunity to get the earplugs you had promised youtself but never managed to get. Do it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 But do you have to be a full time musician? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 They want evidence of your work so that is links to youtube vids, soundcloud PPL number, PRS number etc. Filling in the form takes 5 mins. The worst they can say is no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowdown Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share Posted November 16, 2016 [b][i]"AM I ELIGIBLE?"[/i][/b] [color=#000000][size=5][i][size=4]"Any professional musician working or living in the UK is eligible – no matter your age, genre or instrument. By professional musician we mean someone who has earned their living substantially from music for a significant [/size][/i][/size][/color] [color=#000000][size=5][i][size=4]proportion of their working life. Students are currently not eligible to join the scheme, unless you can demonstrate that you earn the bulk of your income through music."[/size][/i][/size][/color] [color=#000000][size=5][size=4]But Like Owen said above, the worst they can say is no. Just fill out the form and find out.[/size][/size][/color] [color=#000000][size=5][size=4]Had to rearrange my appointment. That will now be next week (Even so, still only three weeks from applying).[/size][/size][/color] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 The reality is, if they say no, find the £140 Specsavers will charge you and do it anyway. You can play with strings that are not super fresh, you cannot play with ears that are not super fresh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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