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#2 in Noise-Canceling EarplugsRunner-Up

Etymotic ER20XS High-Fidelity Earplugs

Name: Etymotic ER20XS High-Fidelity Earplugs
Brand: Etymotic
Rating: 9.2 (1 reviews)

Etymotic

$17.00 – $25.00

Musician-grade earplugs that reduce volume by 20 dB evenly across all frequencies to preserve sound fidelity. The patented ACCU-Fit design includes standard and large tips plus a frost or clear stem option.

9.2

Excellent

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

9.1

User Sentiment

9.2

Value Score

8.3

Complaint Risk

9.3

Freshness

8.1

Community

8.7

Availability

9.0

Pros

Flat 20 dB reduction preserves music clarity
Flat 20 dB reduction preserves music clarity
Musician and audiologist recommended
Musician and audiologist recommended
Reusable and durable
Reusable and durable

Cons

20 dB may not be enough for very loud venues
20 dB may not be enough for very loud venues
Stem protrudes slightly from ear
Stem protrudes slightly from ear

Don't buy this if…

Not designed for sleeping — the stem can cause discomfort when lying on your side.
Not designed for sleeping — the stem can cause discomfort when lying on your side.