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Printed Circular Earplugs

The 3D-Printed Loop Hi-Fi Earplugs Stylishly Protect One's Hearing

— March 17, 2018 — Unique
As necessary as it is to protect one's hearing in certain settings, most earbuds cannot be praised for their aesthetically pleasing designs—but this is where the hi-fi earplugs from Loop set themselves apart. Loop co-founder Maarten Bodewes says that some of the options available merely "distorted the music, were uncomfortable—not to mention downright ugly," which inspired the creation of a new and stylish solution.

The high-fidelity 3D-printed earplugs for concerts, events and musicians boast an interesting circular shape that takes advantage of a round acoustic channel, which replicates the natural response of the ear's ability to filter sound.

The earplug piece that fits into the ear is made from memory foam, which allows for a comfortable fit. When wearing the circular ear plugs, one will notice that sounds are indeed dialled down in volume, but not blocked or distorted.
Trend Themes
1. 3d-printed Hi-fi Earplugs - The trend towards 3D-printed, aesthetically pleasing earplugs that don't distort sound provides an opportunity for companies to offer concerts, event-goers, and musicians a comfortable solution for hearing protection.
2. Circular Acoustic Channel - The trend towards using a circular acoustic channel in earplug design provides an opportunity for companies to improve hearing protection and reduce hearing damage for concertgoers and musicians alike.
3. Memory Foam Earplugs - The trend towards using memory foam in earplug design for maximum comfort and ease of use provides an opportunity for companies to offer a comfortable and easy-to-use hearing protection solution for active individuals.
Industry Implications
1. Music Industry - The music industry can benefit from offering earplugs that reduce hearing damage in a stylish and comfortable way for concertgoers to enjoy live performances.
2. Sports Industry - The sports industry can benefit from offering memory foam earplugs for athletes participating in loud environments, helping prevent hearing damage and reduce noise distractions.
3. Industrial Industry - The industrial industry can benefit from incorporating circular acoustic channel earplugs into hearing protection gear, providing a more effective solution to reduce hearing damage for workers who are constantly exposed to loud environments.
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