To protect their hearing, hunters today use hearing protectors. These are usually earmuff-style hearing protectors that cover the ears to shield them from the loud bang when firing a shot.

However, there are now various forms of hearing protectors - passive, active earmuff hearing protectors, as well as simple earplugs, which are sometimes used to sleep better with reduced noise. Premium providers have also developed earplugs that have an active hearing protection function and can be customized for the shooter.

All these models have the effect of reducing external noise. But which one is best to use? This question cannot be answered universally. The decisive factor is the expectations the hunter has for hearing protection and its functions, how much they are willing to spend, and which one they find most comfortable.

For driven hunts, active hearing protectors are particularly recommended. This type of hearing protection dampens sounds of certain frequencies - such as the loud bang when firing a shot - while amplifying other ambient noises. Such sounds can include the cracking of branches or the noise of game moving through leaves. They are thus both hearing protectors and headphones in one.

Especially during driven hunts, one can sense approaching game by the sounds it makes and orient themselves better. The trail or sound of hunting dogs used is also highlighted, indicating the direction from which the dog is driving the game. This works particularly well when hunting boars, as they are not particularly light-footed.

It can therefore be worthwhile to spend a bit more money on active hearing protection, especially considering that passive hearing protectors dampen all ambient noises - including those of approaching game.

You can easily find a suitable hearing protector via Gunfinder.de.

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