Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus
Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus
Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus
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Choice

Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus Expert Review

Low to medium level of hearing protection
Price
$
79.95
Ratings
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SoundGrade
A
NRR

Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) estimates sound level attenuation of an earplug. This decibel rating is determined by standardized testing procedures.

16
 dB
Sound Quality

Estimated music sound quality while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate better sound quality.

3.9
Loudness Reduction

Estimated loudness reduction while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate a greater perceived sound reduction.

4.4

The Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with 16 NRR filter (High) is ranked #5 of all 34 earplugs tested by HearAdvisor, placing it in the top 25% of products tested. Our lab tests suggest that the Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with 16 NRR filter (High) offers good Sound Quality and good Loudness Reduction. The Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with 16 NRR filter (High) is sold with a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 16 dB. At a common concert level of 100 dBA, you would have approximately 3.7 hours before reaching your daily sound exposure limit (100% sound dose). Exceeding this timeframe increases your risk of permanent sound-induced hearing disorders.

Expert
Choice
Sound Quality

Estimated music sound quality while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate better sound quality.

best
3.9
Top score
5.0
Loudness Reduction

Estimated loudness reduction while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate a greater perceived sound reduction.

best
4.4
Top score
5.0
16 NRR filter (High)
SoundGrade
A
NRR

Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) estimates sound level attenuation of an earplug. This decibel rating is determined by standardized testing procedures.

 dB
Sound Quality

Estimated music sound quality while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate better sound quality.

2.1
Loudness Reduction

Estimated loudness reduction while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate a greater perceived sound reduction.

4.9

The Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with Full filter is ranked #9 of all 34 earplugs tested by HearAdvisor, placing it in the top 50% of products tested. Our lab tests suggest that the Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with Full filter offers poor Sound Quality and excellent Loudness Reduction.

Expert
Choice
Sound Quality

Estimated music sound quality while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate better sound quality.

best
2.1
Top score
5.0
Loudness Reduction

Estimated loudness reduction while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate a greater perceived sound reduction.

best
4.9
Top score
5.0
Full filter
SoundGrade
A
NRR

Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) estimates sound level attenuation of an earplug. This decibel rating is determined by standardized testing procedures.

10
 dB
Sound Quality

Estimated music sound quality while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate better sound quality.

3.7
Loudness Reduction

Estimated loudness reduction while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate a greater perceived sound reduction.

3.6

The Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with 10 NRR filter (Mid) is ranked #10 of all 34 earplugs tested by HearAdvisor, placing it in the top 50% of products tested. Our lab tests suggest that the Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with 10 NRR filter (Mid) offers good Sound Quality and good Loudness Reduction. The Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with 10 NRR filter (Mid) is sold with a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 10 dB. At a common concert level of 100 dBA, you would have approximately 2.5 hours before reaching your daily sound exposure limit (100% sound dose). Exceeding this timeframe increases your risk of permanent sound-induced hearing disorders.

Expert
Choice
Sound Quality

Estimated music sound quality while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate better sound quality.

best
3.7
Top score
5.0
Loudness Reduction

Estimated loudness reduction while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate a greater perceived sound reduction.

best
3.6
Top score
5.0
10 NRR filter (Mid)
SoundGrade
C
NRR

Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) estimates sound level attenuation of an earplug. This decibel rating is determined by standardized testing procedures.

 dB
Sound Quality

Estimated music sound quality while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate better sound quality.

1.1
Loudness Reduction

Estimated loudness reduction while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate a greater perceived sound reduction.

3.2

The Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with Low filter is ranked #32 of all 34 earplugs tested by HearAdvisor, placing it in the bottom 50% of products tested. Our lab tests suggest that the Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus with Low filter offers poor Sound Quality and fair Loudness Reduction.

Expert
Choice
Sound Quality

Estimated music sound quality while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate better sound quality.

best
1.1
Top score
5.0
Loudness Reduction

Estimated loudness reduction while wearing the earplug, based on our measurements. Higher numbers indicate a greater perceived sound reduction.

best
3.2
Top score
5.0
Low filter

State-of-the-art Acoustic Laboratory

Quality data starts with quality recordings, that is why we worked with GRAS to build a no-compromise front end.

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Lab recordings
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Open ear audio recordings

These sound files replicate the experience of you listening to music without earplugs. For the most authentic experience, please use high-quality headphones and adjust the volume to a realistic, but safe, concert level. Enjoy the immersive sound as if you were there live.

Normal recordings

These sound files simulate the experience of you wearing the earplugs while listening to music. They have been filtered to match the performance we measured in our lab. Compare the resulting sound quality and the degree of sound reduction they offer.

Level-matched audio

Loudness of earplug audio is artificially raised to match that of open ear (to enable evaluation of sound quality only)

Lab testing footage
Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus
16 NRR filter (High)
Normal recordings

These sound files simulate the experience of you wearing the earplugs while listening to music. They have been filtered to match the performance we measured in our lab. Compare the resulting sound quality and the degree of sound reduction they offer.

Level-matched audio

Loudness of earplug audio is artificially raised to match that of open ear (to enable evaluation of sound quality only)

Lab testing footage
Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus
Full filter
Normal recordings

These sound files simulate the experience of you wearing the earplugs while listening to music. They have been filtered to match the performance we measured in our lab. Compare the resulting sound quality and the degree of sound reduction they offer.

Level-matched audio

Loudness of earplug audio is artificially raised to match that of open ear (to enable evaluation of sound quality only)

Lab testing footage
Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus
10 NRR filter (Mid)
Normal recordings

These sound files simulate the experience of you wearing the earplugs while listening to music. They have been filtered to match the performance we measured in our lab. Compare the resulting sound quality and the degree of sound reduction they offer.

Level-matched audio

Loudness of earplug audio is artificially raised to match that of open ear (to enable evaluation of sound quality only)

Lab testing footage
Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus
Low filter
Specs
Multiple Eartips
Multiple Eartips
Carrying Case
Carrying Case
Multiple Filters
Multiple Filters