There must be a cheaper way to save my ears

[Bullitt5135]

InEarz has triple driver customs starting at $350, quads at $475. If you call around, you should be able to get molds for under $100. The way I look at it, many of us rehearse or gig once a week. We're talking roughly $10-15 a week over the course of a year to own some great sounding customs.

And FWIW, I wouldn't risk my hearing with a DIY mold kit. There is potential to do some serious damage if something goes wrong. I'd much rather have a professional poking around in there ("that's what she said"). When you decide on a vendor, check with them for a list of local audiologists, then shop around.

 

[eKay]

The InEarz triples are tempting. Only $50 more than doubles, so why not? They're not 3-way though, so you get a choice of 1 high and dual mid/low or 1 high and dual low. Can't decide what would be better. I'm trying to get in touch with an audiologist and I'll probably get custom fit earplugs first, and ask them about the IEMs for a later date.

In the meantime, I got myself a tilt-back amp stand for my Neo 212 and that was a big improvement. Still need earplugs, but that's ok for now.