Protect Your Hearing and Sight!

Custom Molded Hearing Protection & Eye Protection

Normal Hearing


Protect your hearing - learn about it

The ear is a delicate organ and easily damaged by sound, especially unexpected or prolonged loud noises. Hearing is an intricate process, the loss or decrease of which has a profound impact on our lives.

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Hearing Loss


Excessive noise exposure, such as that due to gunfire, loud machinery, wind & motor noise on a motorcycle, or loud music, is one of the leading causes of hearing loss. The tiny hair cells in the inner ear are easily damaged by loud noise and once you lose them, they never grow back!

Some symptoms of hearing loss are:

  • hearing but not understanding
  • turning up the volume on the TV
  • must lip-read to understand speech
  • cannot hear environmental sounds such as game calls, traps releasing, crickets, etc.

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Custom Molded Hearing Protection


Hearing protectionInsta-Mold Chameleon-Ears

Insta-Mold hearing protection is available in many great colors
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Insta-Mold custom-fitted hearing protection is available in minutes through a process using a polymer substance that cures to the exact contour shape of each individual ear. The results provide a tailor-made reproduction of the ear that make possible effective sound attenuation, with NRR (Noise reduction rating) of 31dB.

Insta-Mold non-electronic earplugs remain soft and elastic and retain their shape permanently to provide a truly comfortable fit to the wearer as well as reliable protection. Made from non-toxic hypoallergenic silicones, Insta-Mold may be easily cleaned with soap and water. Insta-Mold is a superior product that has been successfully utilized and tested for over twenty years in the field of hearing and medical prosthetics.

These comfortable ear plugs are custom molded to fit your ears while you wait, and will protect your hearing for years to come.

Insta-Mold custom hearing protection
  • Non-electronic custom earplugs made of non-toxic, hypo-allergenic silicones
  • Storage case included
  • While-you-wait processing takes approximately 20-30 minutes per pair
  • Optional cords
  • Choice of solid colors
  • $50 per pair
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Advanced Hearing Protection Options


Hearing protectionDesigner Chameleon-Ears

Chameleon-Ears custom ear plugs can change color with body heat and are available in floatable and glow-in-the-dark styles.

  • Swirl: black/white, blue/white, "camo", blue/green/red, green/purple, "kitchen sink," red/black, red/white/blue
  • Glitter: blue, blue/red, red, gold
  • Glow-in-the-dark: glow, blue glow
  • Color-changing: brilliant green to yellow, purple/rose to pink/yellow

Hearing protectionFiltered Chameleon-Ears

Chameleon Ear custom molded hearing protection

The Filtered Chameleon-Ears contain a patented acoustical chamber permitting the user to hear conversation without removing them.

This patented chamber can be added to Insta-Mold Chameleon-Ears and Designer Chameleon-Ears.

 

Hearing protectionHi-Fidelity Series and Digital Series

 

Hi-Fidelity and Digital electronic hearing protectionThese electronic ear plugs reduce loud sounds and amplify quiet sounds. They protect your hearing from noise without blocking out softer sounds such as conversation.

The Hi-Fidelity Series is our line of high quality analog circuitry. Analog technology has been considered the backbone of the hearing aid and ear protection market for over 50 years. Even though these circuits present a "mechanical" sound quality, they gradually increased in sophistication and clarity until the advantages of digital circuits appeared.

The Digital Series is considered "state-of-the-art" when it comes to digital circuitry. The digital technology has provided users with the ability to hear things with a "CD" or "NATURAL" quality while limiting distortions and background distractions often found within analog units. Advantages to DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY include the following:

  • Offers more programming possibilities therefore more applications or uses
  • Better sound quality without distortion
  • Can distinguish typical speech patterns from noise
  • Can incorporate feedback suppression
  • Can sample sound 20,000 times per second
  • Can be programmed to reduce unwanted background sounds.
 

Hearing protectionSHS Electronic Standard Earplug Series

 

SHS electronic behind-the-ear hearing protectionOur SHS Electronic Standard Earplug Series are fantastic units for archery hunters, shooters and nature enthusiasts who want the advantage of hearing the game before actually seeing it. They were developed to be a less expensive, but highly effective alternative product to our "Custom" and "In-the-Canal" SoundScope/Magnum Ear Series.

  • Fits comfortably behind the ear.
  • Maximize softer sounds such as game movement through the woods or birds taking flight in a field.

Additional features found on our advanced units include Adjustable Tone Controls (ATC), and integrated telecoil positioning for use with our Private Ear™ two-way radio wireless communication concept.


 

Hearing protectionMini-Canals - a great alternative to custom molded electronic hearing protection!

 

Mini-Canal generic electronic hearing protectionIntroducing the newest innovation in electronic hearing protection, the E.A.R. MiniCanal™. This small, discreet earplug fits comfortably into the ear with the use of patent wax-guard silicone tips that do not require custom ear impressions. The unit fits in the ear canal regardless of personal weight gains or losses and without interference from hats or glasses.

Rave reviews for our Mini-Canal electronic hearing protection

The E.A.R. MiniCanal exceeds the expectations of people who need to hear clearly while performing professional or recreational interests such as shooting, hunting, archery, S.W.A.T., military, dentistry and much more. Using the highest-fidelity circuits available, these units offer the best sound quality that also feature an Adjustable Tone Control trimmer that allows for setting the unit for personal comfort and enjoyment.

Internal diagram of Mini-Canal electronic hearing protection
  • Moisture resistant
  • Unique feedback suppression capabilities
  • User-friendly fingertip volume control
  • Patented battery cradle without polarity issue
  • 170-210 hours of battery life
  • Easy identification between left and right units

Packaging includes either one or two MiniCanals, two sizes of silicone tips, cleaning brush, batteries, hard storage case and lanyard. (Note: If needed, additional tips and batteries can be purchased at a later date.)

The E.A.R. MiniCanal™ come with a one-year unconditional warranty against defects in materials or workmanship, and a 30-day privilege to return after date of purchase.

 

Hearing protectioniPlugz Sports Monitors

 

iPlugz Sports Monitors - replace your bulky headset!

With growing interests in advanced audio electronics such as MP3 players, Apple's iPod and satelite radio systems, E.A.R. developed a new recreational sports monitor that carried more bass and more treble for an overall better reproduction of the recorded sound.

This new monitor is called the iPlugz Sports Monitor, and much like our original Competition Sports Monitors, they are built with a standard 3.5mm gold-plated stereo jack and sold in three different styles - a custom-fit, a generic flanged fit and a generic canal fit. Every style is designed to block out high ambient noise, but the custom-fit units will have better comfort and attenuation (noise reduction) value to the majority of users.

So, whether you use these on the plane, at the gym, on your bike, working in your cubical, or even in the comforts of your own home, you will have the best in higher audio dynamics without the bulk of a clumsy headset.

Specs:

  • Frequency Response: 20Hz-34KHz; ± 4dB
  • Impedence: 15 ohms
  • Sensitivity: 110dB
  • Maximum Output: 123 dB SPL
  • Weight: Less than 1 oz. plus ear molds
  • Standard 3.5mm Stereo Jack with 4ft. Cord

 

Hearing protectionIn-Ear Monitors

 
Hi-Fidelity custom musician monitors

Hi-Fidelity Musician Monitors

Hi-fi musician monitors - optional airline jackIn-Ear-Monitoring systems have become the choice of performing artists in the musical industry for several years. The custom silicone earmolds promote quality stereo, or binaural sound by eliminating external noise with a NRR rating of 29, thus allowing superior attenuation and comfort for everyday use within the professional field.

Specs:
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz
Impedance: 19 ohms
Sensitivity: 98dB


Custom Pro Musician MonitorsProfessional Musician Monitors
These professional musician monitors are designed for live concert sound reinforcement, film and/or video production. They work with any wireless or hardwired receiver for stereo, binaural or monoaural sound quality.

Each custom earmold is designed with dynamic sub-miniature transducers to produce a frequency response between 10Hz to 22Hz, and the best in flat response sound qualities. This important factor allows musicians to hear deep bass and clear high tones while listening to their music exactly the way it was produced.

Comfort levels are not comprised either as each custom mold is made from a polyurethane material which gives the best in attenuation and satisfaction, as well as sealing the ear from harmful sound pressure levels which occur while actively performing.

Specs:
Frequency Response: 10Hz-22kHz
Impedance: 19ohms
Sensitivity: 108dB


 

Hearing protectionPrivate Ears

  Private Ears: Wireless communications system

We offer a unique wireless communications system known as Private Ears™ which can be used with two-way radios and cell phones. This feature enables the user to camouflage radio commands and instructions by receiving communications through a Custom or Standard (BTE) earpiece. This option is also available as an "upgrade" for our SoundScope/Magnum Ear Series electronic earplugs.

Whether you're hunting in a group, coaching, or simply at work, you'll be able to receive communications clearly without being overheard. An induction loop, worn around the neck, can be placed underneath clothing to add a level of discretion for those who wish both to communicate unobserved, and not to be overheard.

This system can be used with virtually all commercial or sport two-way radios. Just connect our induction system to the output on your radio and position the earpiece within your ear. You can adjust the volume and chose between a communication-only mode or an enhancement-only mode with a small switch found on the Custom or Standard units face-plate. (The micro units only offer communication aspects.)

Call 508-393-7726 for information on neck loops, two-way radios, custom and non-custom headset devices and microphones.


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Additional Hearing Protector Products


  • swim plugs
  • stethoscope molds
  • sleeping plugs
  • dental ear plugs
  • TV teleprompter molds
  • cell & telephone earmolds & headsets
  • music plugs/monitors
  • aviation molds
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NYX Sports Vision System - Eye Protection


NYX Sports Vision System for eye protectionThe NYX Sports Vision System (SVS) is designed to span the wide variety of conditions that sportsmen face.... that being brightness and contrast. Brightness is the property of light which makes you squint and is controlled by varying the total amount of light being allowed through the lens. Contrast is the property of light which allows you to differentiate colors and focus on an object. This is controlled by varying the amount and type of color allowed through the lens.

The three packages are designed around these particular factors and include specific lenses to give the sportsmen the maximum effects for his/her enjoyment. They can even be adapted to have prescriptions for those sports enhusiasts who need corrective vision lenses. This unique rimless prescription system known as intraSPX™ Prescription Insert System can be interchanged between any of the polycarbonate lenses and used accordingly against prevailing weather conditions or facility backgrounds. It is the thinnest, lightest sport optical insert system in existence in single vision or bi-focal format, and can be supplied in either hardcoated plastic or hardcoated polycarbonate material.

NYX Sports Vision System has a versatile prescription option

Each polycarbonate lens meets or exceeds the ANSI Z80.1 requirements for impact resistances. They are coated with a scratch resistant material and also blocks 100% of the harmful UV light rays. Each are carefully crafted utilizing a 6 base lens curvature, which closely matches the actual curvature of the eye. This important step eliminates virtually all distortion properties across the normal viewing range, and makes this system the best all-around package in today's marketplace.

The frame is made from Grilamid TR-90. This nylon 12 derivative represents the best combination of strength and flexibility available in a lightweight frame. The material used for both the nosepiece and ear pieces are designed to keep the glasses from slipping, even in sweaty conditions.



Custom packages can be ordered by calling our office at (508) 393-7726

Shooter Package (Carbon or Blue Steel frame available)
3 Polycarbonate Lenses - Medium Amber, Hunter Orange, Light Vermilion
3 Nose Pieces
1 Soft Micro-Fiber Poly Bag Carrying Case
1 Foam Lined Carrying Case


Fishermen Package (Carbon or Blue Steel frame available)
3 Polycarbonate Lenses - Polarized Gray, Medium Amber, Clear
3 Nose Pieces
1 Soft Micro-Fiber Poly Bag Carrying Case
1 Foam Lined Carrying Case


Golfing Package (Carbon or Blue Steel frame available)
3 Polycarbonate Lenses - Optic Yellow, Medium Gray, Dark Gray
3 Nose Pieces
1 Soft Micro-Fiber Poly Bag Carrying Case
1 Foam Lined Carrying Case

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Most of our hearing protection is custom-made, so you must be personally fitted. We are part of a national network of providers, so please call us. We will be glad to help you contact a local provider if we are unable to arrange to meet with you personally.


Contact

Dom Cassone
508-393-7726
dcassone@zacaw.com
Zacaw Enterprises Inc.

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