Trueno Posted July 4, 2017 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Any thoughts... issues? The Pro Guard seem to be a bit more expensive, but doesn't necessarily mean they are better. Thinking of buying one or other of these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjones Posted July 4, 2017 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Just bought some ASC earplugs today, after some very loud weekend gigs left my ears ringing. I'd be interested in people thoughts too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted July 4, 2017 Share Posted July 4, 2017 I've been using ACS for just over 10 years and they have kept my damaged and ringing ears safe in that time, during some pretty loud and extensive gigging. I'd be interested in anything that was better, but at nearly twice the price I'd need some serious convincing that Pro Guard was worth the extra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trueno Posted July 4, 2017 Author Share Posted July 4, 2017 Thinking about it (which I admit I should have done before I posted) it's not very likely that anyone will have tried both. Just seen another thread where most people with customised plugs have ACS. But the Pro Guard popped up first on a google search. I used to use Doctor Pro, which were quite good for cheapies. I assumed the real value of customised is the comfort and the fact they fill all the gaps... in addition to the fact the filters are supposed to attenuate all frequencies (maybe not quite, but closer than cheap plugs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesBguitar Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Acs here too. Great plugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leroydiamond Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Another ACS user here. Have been using them for 10 years now and they have been superb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trueno Posted July 5, 2017 Author Share Posted July 5, 2017 Looks like ACS is the go-to. Just a coincidence that the others popped up on a google search... maybe it was a sponsored link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 Blown away by the ACS customer support recently. The local rep is a top chap and even popped round to say hi! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibob Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Never heard of Pro Guard, another ACS user here! Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trueno Posted July 9, 2017 Author Share Posted July 9, 2017 [quote name='Sibob' timestamp='1499617944' post='3332526'] Never heard of Pro Guard, another ACS user here! Si [/quote] Yeh! It came up on bing search engine. At first I assumed it was the customised ones everyone uses on here. They are more expensive though... don't know if you get anything extra for your money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeystrange Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 [quote name='Trueno' timestamp='1499618713' post='3332531'] Yeh! It came up on bing search engine. [/quote] There's your problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobthedog Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 ACS Pro 17 user here, albeit of only three weeks. So far with only one use as an audience member, I am very happy with them. They seem to bring the bass further forward in the mix to my ears but then I am happy with that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spencer.b Posted July 10, 2017 Share Posted July 10, 2017 Used ACS for years, really good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 https://www.proguarduk.co.uk/ Featuring the immortal paragraph: [color=#616161]Now available from ProGuard an increasing selection of generic earplugs including our extremely popular Noizezz range, the Lin-Ear and Ultra Lin-Ear products designed for musicians, DJs, concertgoers and now available our new BikerPlugz and ShooterPlugz[/color] Don't you just love crap marketing-speak when it's obsessed with the letter Z? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirky Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Another option is [url="http://www.read-audio.com/"]Read Audio[/url]. My drummer recommends them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gazzatriumph Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 I first used my ACS at a Stranglers gig, I sat in the same area as I had done the previous 4 years but had always come away with bad ringing in my ears which lasted a couple of days, being sat very near a speaker didn't help, with the ACS in I could hear everything perfectly just quieter and no ringing afterwards. I was very impressed by them and wished I bought some years ago. I would recommend any young musicians out there to get some as I'm preventing further damage rather than preventing damage in the first place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mep Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 Pick up my custom molded ones next week with choice of ACS inserts. Looking forward to checking them out. Got Flare Audio Isolates at present so keen to hear what the difference is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Number6 Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 I use 20db Pro Guard ear plugs. The over the counter variety. They work very well and cost about 15 quid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pmjos Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 Reed Audio..........48 hour service no arguments. excellent product. He used to Work for ACS and frankly does it better IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bay Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 (edited) Bought some of the Doc pro generic ones and not overly impressed as wanted some to sit in the outer ear (used acs generic for years). I think I need to bite the bullet and go for custom ones but suffer from nausea/ motion sickness due to medication that can start if I use traditional earplugs. Do the acs custom ones put much pressure on the ear canal? How much do you feel them in there? Edited July 16, 2017 by T-Bay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dand666 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 I've got ACS moulds and they are fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassApprentice Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Not sure how many are aware of this but there is a Musicians Hearing Scheme https://www.helpmusicians.org.uk/working-retired-musicians/musicians-hearing-health-scheme For £40 (£30 if you are an MU member) you get a hearing assessment and a pair of custom made ear plugs plus more. Not bad if you ask me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drax Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Another vote for Reed Audio, all round better service in my experience (it's his own business..) and rapid turnaround. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrobjumpsship Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Another vote for ACS Custom's. I've been using them for years, as a gig goer and onstage when IEM's are not available. They do seem to have a bit of a high end shelf, but mine are the older ER-15's. Never had any issues though, even with that slight high end cut (that's the harmful stuff anyway) there is always plenty of clarity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leroydiamond Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 I have been using ACS custom fit for ten years now. Highly recommended Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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