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Sudden hearing loss: what is it, and what can you do about it?

Experiencing sudden hearing loss? It can be overwhelming. Find out more about the causes, symptoms and treatment options.

Overstimulation earplugs

If you are highly sensitive, you are prone to overstimulation. Earplugs make it quieter around you. But what exactly is high sensitivity? What is meant by overstimulation? And how can...

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What is SNR value?

The SNR value of earplugs provides an indication of the average attenuation in decibels (dB). This will help you choose the right hearing protection for any situation.

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Ringing in your ears? Causes, symptoms and tips

Annoying ringing in your ears after a festival? Stress? Or has it just appeared out of the blue? We can help you identify the cause as well as offer a...

What are decibels? This is how we measure sound

The decibel (abbreviated dB) is the unit used to measure the intensity of a sound. The decibel scale is a little odd because the human ear is incredibly sensitive. Your...

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Take the Frequency Test: What Can Your Ears Pick Up?

Have you ever wondered how well your ears really hear? You probably think you hear every sound—after all, you can hear sounds your parents can’t. To be sure, take the...

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Alpine Muffy Baby Comfort and Muffy Kids Named #1 Pediatrician Recommended in the USA

Busy, loud days are part of family life. Meet Muffy Baby Comfort and Muffy Kids, the baby hearing protection ranked number one by U.S. pediatricians for protection, quality, safety, comfort,...

Concentration in the classroom

We are seeing it more and more often; children wearing head phones in the classroom. Not the type that play music, but special children’s earmuffs. They make children less distracted and...

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Hearing protection and autism

Over sensitiveness to sound is very common among people with autism. If you suffer from over sensitiveness to sound, wearing hearing protection could help you. For example, at work or...

Hearing Protection for Babies and Kids: How to Choose

Baby and toddler ears are extremely vulnerable. They develop substantially during the first few years of your child's life. Parents often expose their children to loud noise without being aware that...

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New from Alpine: Muffy Baby earmuffs with 24dB noise reduction

We’ve improved our bestseller for babies! The new Alpine Muffy Baby is now even more comfortable thanks to a lightweight design and a pre-defined angle for easy fitting. Thanks to...

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What to bring to a festival? All essentials at a glance!

What should you bring to a festival? With our handy checklist, you’ll be sure not to forget any festival must-haves!

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How to Choose Party Earplugs for Festivals, Concerts, and Clubs

Concert and festival noise reaches 90–120 dB. This guide breaks down the difference between Alpine PartyPlug (19 dB SNR, nonlinear filter), PartyPlug Pro (21 dB SNR, linear filter), and Tune...

Discover the new PartyPlug and PartyPlug Pro

The original Alpine PartyPlug was introduced in 2010. Since then, these earplugs have become the most popular choice for festivals and music events. We're delighted to introduce you to the new...

Debunking 5 myths about hearing protection at festivals

Think earplugs will ruin the music, or that you only need them near the stage? Not quite. We take on 5 common beliefs about wearing earplugs at festivals and concerts,...

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Festival Hearing Protection: How Loud Is the Music?

Concerts regularly hit 90–120 dB. This guide explains how loud festivals get, what the decibel scale means, how loud it is near the speakers, and which Alpine filter earplugs help...

The Ultimate Festival Packing List: Festival Earplugs and Everything Else You Need

Festival noise can hit 100 dB or more. This complete packing list covers one-day and multi-day festival essentials including festival earplugs: Alpine PartyPlug (19 dB SNR), PartyPlug Pro (21 dB...

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How Business Travelers Can Sleep Better in Hotels

Poor sleep in a hotel isn't just an inconvenience, it can affect your performance. Discover how business travelers can rest more consistently, regardless of hotel noise or location.

How to Find Your Best Sleep Position

Learn how comfort, pressure distribution, and sleep accessories may help you choose a sleep position that feels more comfortable through the night.

Sleep deprivation: symptoms, causes and what you can do about it

Sleep deprivation affects your health and how you function day-to-day. Find out how to recognise it and what you can do about it.

Why you're still tired after eight hours of sleep: the hidden sleep disruptors

You go to bed on time, clock a solid eight hours, and still wake up exhausted. If you're asking yourself, "Why am I tired after 8 hours of sleep?", you're...

Tinnitus and sleep: earplugs or white noise?

Earplugs or white noise for a quieter night? What each does and how to find what works for you.

Sleep and Noise: Why Earplugs for Sleeping Make the Difference

Good sleep does not just help you recover from stress. It helps you handle it. Here is how to make your bedroom work harder for you. Starting tonight.

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How to avoid being irritated by noise on your holiday

What has for years been the biggest annoyance among holidaymakers? Noise disturbance! It is also surprising that the popular big cities of Paris and Rome are in the top 10...

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Custom Swim Earplugs: Comfort, Protection, and Perfect Fit

No more water in your ears while swimming! Discover the comfort and convenience of custom swim earplugs.

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What Is Surfer's Ears? Understanding the Condition and Prevention

What is surfer's ear and how can it be prevented? What is surfer's ear? What symptoms do you have with this condition? When are you (more) at risk of exostosis...

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Using earplugs while diving: is it possible?

Watersport oordoppen zijn ideaal voor tijdens het zwemmen, surfen, waterskiën, wakeboarden… maar mag je deze oordoppen tijdens het duiken gebruiken?

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Water in your ear?

Water stuck in your ear after swimming? Learn why it happens, how to drain it, and how Alpine swimming earplugs help keep water out.

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Packing list for a motorcycle holiday

With this checklist for a motorcycle holiday, you won't forget anything important and can hit the road well prepared!

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A helmet does not provide sufficient protection against hearing damage

Motor magazine Promotor also conducted a sound test in their extensive motorcycle helmet review. They examined whether a helmet provides enough protection against wind noise and whether earplugs are necessary...

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Earplugs for Formula 1 and MotoGP races

Anyone who has ever attended a Formula 1 or MotoGP race can tell you that the noise at the circuit is absolutely deafening. As a fan of car or motorcycle...

Does the wind bother your ears when you're cycling? Here's how to avoid it.

Does the wind bother your ears when cycling? This can be both annoying and harmful. The good news is: there is something you can do about it.

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Earplugs for studying and exams

Verbeter je concentratie met oordoppen of een oorkap tijdens het studeren of het maken van je examen. Extra focus met Alpine zorgt voor een geslaagd resultaat.

Ten especially noisy DIY jobs

Ten especially noisy DIY jobs How many decibels do tools produce? And what is the right hearing protection when doing DIY projects?

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This is how you stay super focused for your final exams

Have you been staring at your book for fifteen minutes without absorbing a single thing? Have you sneakily checked Snapchat four times and Instagram three times in the past hour?...

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Sudden hearing loss: what is it, and what can you do about it?

Overstimulation earplugs

What is SNR value?

Ringing in your ears? Causes, symptoms and tips

What are decibels? This is how we measure sound

Take the Frequency Test: What Can Your Ears Pick Up?

For Children & babies

For party & music

For sleep & focus

For travel & watersport

For motorcycling & racing

For DIY & home improvement