We recently launched our JLab JBuddies Protect ($19.99) hearing protection earmuffs designed for infants through teenagers, and the JBuds Protect ($19.99) earplugs for adults; both designed to help prevent hearing loss, one of the most prevalent and preventable health conditions in the U.S. These two protection devices are making their retail debut before the launch of the JLab over-the-counter hearing aids which will launch later this year. Like JLab's other audio devices and accessories, the new JLab Hearing Protect category provides a surprising value and rich feature set compared to more expensive and similarly priced products from other leading brands.
Hearing Loss is Preventable
Hearing loss is not a condition limited to those whose employment subjects them to loud noises regularly, and, unfortunately, it can take hold at a very young age. According to the Center For Disease Control, more than 1 in 8 children ages 6 to 19 have hearing damage from loud noise, 53% of people ages 20-69 who have hearing damage from noise report no on-the-job exposure, and 24% of people ages 20-69 who report having excellent hearing have measurable hearing damage. Additionally, the Hearing Loss Association of America, hearing loss is the third most prevalent health condition in older adults, and 12.5 percent of children between the ages of 6 and 19 have hearing loss due to listening to loud music.
Comfort For All Ear Shapes
The JBuds Protect earplugs provide customizable, adjustable, and reusable protection for various environments. They provide maximum noise reduction of up to 22 dB when closed. When open, they allow more outside audio in while still providing the wearer with a 11 dB reduction. To ensure a comfortable fit, they come with five pairs of ear tips, including JLab's proprietary Cloud Foam, ensuring a strong in-ear seal in either ear. JBuds Protect also comes with a small carrying case and keychain loop, helping to ensure they are accessible when needed.
JBuds Protect can be purchased right now and feature the following specs:
- Five sets of eartips included: S/M/L, JLab's Cloud Foam, and tri-flange silicone
- Reusable ear protection with two noise reduction levels:
- Max noise reduction (closed) – 22 dB
- Min noise reduction (open) – 11 dB
- Small carrying case with keychain loop
- General specs
- Weight: Earbuds 3.2g
- Weight: Case 6.6g
- Weight total: 13g
- Size: .3 in L x .3 D x .8 H with cloud foam tip
- Case Size: 1.21 in x .82 D x 1.08 H
- Lifetime warranty