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SureFire EP4 Sonic Defenders Plus filtered Earplugs, triple flanged design, reusable, Black, Large
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Brand | SureFire |
Color | Black |
Recommended Uses For Product | Noise Protection |
Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
Style | Large |
About this item
- 24dB Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) with filter caps inserted, Hear safe sound levels (with filter caps out) as if you weren't wearing ear plugs
- Soft, adjustable, triple-flanged stems provide secure seals in ear canals and all-day comfort
- Low-profile design allows you to keep them in place while wearing a mask, helmet, hat, or while using supplemental hearing muffs
- Patented EarLock retention rings utilize seven contact points to lock earpieces in place and fit the same way every time
- Made in USA from hypoallergenic, medical-grade polymer that's soft, durable, and long-lasting
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Patented EarLock retention rings utilize seven contact points to lock earpieces in place
NOISE-REDUCING FILTER
Lowers dangerous sound levels while allowing ambient sound and conversation to be heard
EP4 Sonic Defenders Plus
Filtered, Triple-Flanged Earplugs with 24 dB NRR
EP4 Sonic Defenders Plus protect your hearing without interfering with your ability to hear routine sounds or conversations. Their triple-flanged stem design fits larger ear canals and provides a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 24dB. Sounds, at safe levels, are allowed to pass through into the ear canal, while potentially harmful noises (above 85dB) are reduced via a proprietary design that incorporates a special noise-reducing filter.
- 24dB Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) with filter caps inserted
- Lowers potentially dangerous noise levels above 85dB
- Hear safe sound levels (with filter caps out) as if you weren't wearing ear plugs
- Two levels of protection with filter caps in or out—the louder
- Made from hypoallergenic, medical-grade polymer that's soft, durable, and long-lasting
- Soft, triple-flanged stems provide secure seals and all-day comfort
- Low-profile design allows you to keep them in place while wearing a mask, helmet, hat, or while using phone, headphones, or supplemental hearing muffs
- Serve as earpieces for compatible* radio communication systems
Size: Available in Small, Medium (medium fits most) and Large. Color: Black, Red and Orange
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EP4 COLORS & SIZES~ Available Colors: Black, Orange, and Clear ~ Available Sizes: Small, Medium, and Large ~ Medium EP4s fit most people. ~ Sizing is based on the ear’s concha bowl (1” = Medium, Less than 1” = Small and Greater than 1” = Large) |
BLACK~ Our most popular color, Black EP4s are ideal for all fields. ~ Sold as a single left/right set ~ 26" polymer lanyard included ~ Storage case included |
CLEAR~ Popular among Law Enforced individuals. ~ Can also be used as an earpiece for compatible radio communication systems ~ Sold as a single left/right set ~ 26" polymer lanyard included ~ Storage case included |
ORANGE~ Orange color males it Ideal for Shooting and Hunting use ~ Also ideal for Safety, Industrial, and Constructions usage ~ Sold as a single left/right set ~ 26" polymer lanyard included ~ Storage case included |
ALL-DAY PROTECTION & COMFORT. EVERYDAY APPLICATIONS.
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TRUSTED BY THE MILITARYProtect your hearing from dangerous noise levels—including sudden impulse noise like gunshots—while allowing you to still hear safe ambient sounds. So you enjoy effective hearing protection while maintaining situational awareness and the ability to hear important conversations or commands. |
LOW-PROFILE DESIGNSureFire Sonic Defenders feature our innovative EarLock outer rings, which lock the earplugs in place with seven unique grab points. A low-profile design allows for easy wearing under a hat, helmet, mask, headset, or supplemental muffs—even while using the phone. |
HYPOALLERGENIC CONSTRUCTIONProvides all-day comfort making it ideal for Safety, Industrial, and Construction fields. EP4 Sonic Defenders use established, non-electronic technology to reduce dangerous noise while allowing the hearing of safe-level conversations, commands, and ambient sounds |
Product Description
EP4 Sonic Defenders Plus protect your hearing without interfering with your ability to hear routine sounds or conversations. Their triple-flanged stem design fits larger ear canals and provides a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 24dB. Sounds, at safe levels, are allowed to pass through into the ear canal, while potentially harmful noises (above 85dB) are reduced via a proprietary design that incorporates a special noise-reducing filter. EP4s include attached filter caps, which can be inserted for additional protection and blocking out lower-level noise, like that heard on a plane, where hearing ambient sounds or conversations isn't critical. Right/left color-coded Sonic Defenders Plus are made from a soft but durable, hypoallergenic polymer that provides all-day comfort and an extended product life (up to 6+ months, depending on usage and care). Their patented EarLock retention rings lock the earplugs in place, while soft, adjustable triple-flanged stems provide secure seals in the ear canals. A low-profile design means EP4s can be worn while wearing a helmet or mask, or while using a phone or headset. Available in clear, black, or orange. Comfortable EP4 Sonic Defenders Plus also serve as earpieces for compatible radio communication systems simply by removing the noise-reducing filter and attaching the earpiece to the system. NOTE: EP4 earpiece no longer provides hearing protection once the noise-reducing filter has been removed.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 4.25 x 1 x 5 inches; 1 ounces
- Item model number : EP4-BK-LPR
- Department : unisex-adult
- Date First Available : November 23, 2010
- Manufacturer : SureFire
- ASIN : B004DH65OG
- Best Sellers Rank: #25,404 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
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Noise cancellation | 3.9 | 4.2 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 3.4 | 4.1 |
Comfort | 3.8 | 4.2 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 3.3 | 4.3 |
Noise level | 3.5 | 4.2 | 3.8 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 4.2 |
Value for money | 4.8 | 4.5 | — | 3.8 | 3.1 | — |
Easy to use | — | — | — | 4.2 | 3.5 | 4.5 |
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material | — | Silicone | Silicone | — | Thermoplastic | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, Silicone |
size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) | 1 Count (Pack of 2) | 2 Pair (Pack of 1) | Medium (Pack of 1) | 2 Count (Pack of 1) | 14 Piece Set |
number of pieces | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
style | Large | In-Ear | Concerts,Ergonomic | Medium | Concerts,Swimming,Tactical | In-ear |
noise attenuation | 24 | 26 | 23 | 24 | 31 | 23 |
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Customers like the fit, quality and noise reduction of the earplugs. For example, they mention that they fit very snugly in their ear and cause little to no discomfort. That said, they say they work well at the range and that they're a great product for the money. Opinions are mixed on stability.
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Customers like the fit of the earplugs. They say that they are comfortable for the most part, and get more comfortable with time. They also say that the earmuffs don't bump up against stocks and cause little to no discomfort. Customers also say the sizing is accurate and the muffs fit great for large ears.
"...The ear canal is a soft silicone, very comforable and gets a good seal. Bonus for you odd balls like me, they don't make your ears hot!..." Read more
"...They are extremely comfortable and very quiet. I will bump them back up to five stars if they survive the first accidental washer/dryer cycle." Read more
"comfortable" Read more
"...I have had some trouble getting left plug to consistently fit, without fiddling around. That mat just be my anatomy." Read more
Customers like the quality of the earplugs. For example, they say the ports do a decent job of allowing for conversation, and they work well at the range. Some say they're perfect and great ear plugs. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and quality of these earbuds.
"...me crazy, but I don't like the foam plugs because my ears get hot, they work well, but muffle everything, conversation included, but they are cheap..." Read more
"...As an added benefit, these work very well at the range when the ear plug canal is completely blocked...." Read more
"...mention is that the black part is a very soft and flexible rubber - not plastic...." Read more
"...Thus, they were rendered useless for the day. I ended up having to use my backup ear protection instead...." Read more
Customers like the noise reduction of the earplugs. For example, they say they block out ample amounts of noise, reduce sound better than any they have tried before, and are comfortable for even longer rides. That said, they mention that they can still hear reasonably well while wearing the muffs. That being said, music still sounds good and the unplugged condition lets them hear most of the engine. Customers also appreciate the 2 stage hearing protection.
"...These plugs did a great job of taking the obnoxious noise down to a comfortable level and still allowed me to hear conversations when the cars were..." Read more
"...I have no noise problems even with the loudest of guns...." Read more
"...They are extremely comfortable and very quiet. I will bump them back up to five stars if they survive the first accidental washer/dryer cycle." Read more
"...Shooting 22LR myself, the report is loud, but doesn't hurt.Filter Caps IN - 9mm myself with caps in I'm mostly comfortable with...." Read more
Customers like the value of the earplugs. They mention that it's a great product for the money, works fine, and is a good buy.
"...work well, but muffle everything, conversation included, but they are cheap and pretty convenient...." Read more
"...Good for the price, would have been better if the small piece that holds the plugs didn't already break off." Read more
"...Great product for the money. You won't be disappointed!" Read more
"...PUTTING YOUR FINGERS IN YOUR AIR IS THE ONLY WAY, BUT THESE ARE VERY OVER PRICED, UPDATE, I FIRST GAVE THESE 5 STARS THEN 3 NOW I GIVE THEM A 1 STAR..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the stability of the earplugs. Some mention that they stay in their ears very well, while others say that they don't stay in place.
"...not make very good contact at the back of my ear and were coming loose after only a minute or so of wear or if I moved my jaw around at all...." Read more
"...make it easy to bring them along and if you use them, the design will keep them in place, while not being overly apparent you are wearing them." Read more
"...Little did I know, when I pulled, it came completely off and fell on the ground. Thus, they were rendered useless for the day...." Read more
"...The tether I didn't care for. I think they stay inside the ears just fine. I don't think they need the tether.As for cleaning...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the earplugs. Some mention that they are convenient, simple, and easy to use. They are able to hold conversations easily and the carrying case makes it easy to bring them along. However, others say that they can be difficult to properly insert and take some getting used to. They also say that the earmuffs are a bit hard on the audiologist's ear canal and take a little fiddling to get into position.
"...The carrying case will make it easy to bring them along and if you use them, the design will keep them in place, while not being overly apparent..." Read more
"...However, they do take a little fiddling to get into position...." Read more
"...Comfortable and don’t bump up against stocks, yet can still converse with others normally...." Read more
"...Only not perfect because they are a bit rigid and therefore take some getting used to - a bit hard on the ear canal." Read more
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Call me crazy, but I don't like the foam plugs because my ears get hot, they work well, but muffle everything, conversation included, but they are cheap and pretty convenient.
These Surefire plugs are great for multiple reasons, first they are comfortable enough to wear all day. The body is a firm silicone like material, stiff enough to hold in your ear, soft enough to be forgotten about. The ear canal is a soft silicone, very comforable and gets a good seal. Bonus for you odd balls like me, they don't make your ears hot!
Second and most importantly, they work at cutting noise levels. I put them in and watched the races, which consists of 30 cars with 1100 horse power and virtually no exhaust, running full throttle for extended periods of time, its LOUD. These plugs did a great job of taking the obnoxious noise down to a comfortable level and still allowed me to hear conversations when the cars weren't running. They don't muffle as much as the 3M plugs which are rated for 32db reduction, but thats where you get more clarity. They also have end caps on the ear canal tubes, not surprisingly, with them open a little more noise gets in, closed a slight bit more protection. I chose to have them closed as that really gave me the noise reduction I want and I still had no issue hearing conversation with it closed.
I brought them home and used them for cutting and nailing down floors, I really like this application, the saw and nailer are brought down to a safe level of noise and all of the sharpness is taken out of noise. You still get the satisfying sounds of hard work, but keep your hearing and can hear others around you. These are a great option for construction.
I will be taking these to concerts too, normally I dont need ear protection, but I have been to concerts where it is very much needed. The carrying case will make it easy to bring them along and if you use them, the design will keep them in place, while not being overly apparent you are wearing them.
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2019
Call me crazy, but I don't like the foam plugs because my ears get hot, they work well, but muffle everything, conversation included, but they are cheap and pretty convenient.
These Surefire plugs are great for multiple reasons, first they are comfortable enough to wear all day. The body is a firm silicone like material, stiff enough to hold in your ear, soft enough to be forgotten about. The ear canal is a soft silicone, very comforable and gets a good seal. Bonus for you odd balls like me, they don't make your ears hot!
Second and most importantly, they work at cutting noise levels. I put them in and watched the races, which consists of 30 cars with 1100 horse power and virtually no exhaust, running full throttle for extended periods of time, its LOUD. These plugs did a great job of taking the obnoxious noise down to a comfortable level and still allowed me to hear conversations when the cars weren't running. They don't muffle as much as the 3M plugs which are rated for 32db reduction, but thats where you get more clarity. They also have end caps on the ear canal tubes, not surprisingly, with them open a little more noise gets in, closed a slight bit more protection. I chose to have them closed as that really gave me the noise reduction I want and I still had no issue hearing conversation with it closed.
I brought them home and used them for cutting and nailing down floors, I really like this application, the saw and nailer are brought down to a safe level of noise and all of the sharpness is taken out of noise. You still get the satisfying sounds of hard work, but keep your hearing and can hear others around you. These are a great option for construction.
I will be taking these to concerts too, normally I dont need ear protection, but I have been to concerts where it is very much needed. The carrying case will make it easy to bring them along and if you use them, the design will keep them in place, while not being overly apparent you are wearing them.
As an added benefit, these work very well at the range when the ear plug canal is completely blocked. I have no noise problems even with the loudest of guns.
These are a better option for everything than your typical ear plugs and are definitely worth considering instead of buying a more expensive pair of ear muffs. I would highly recommend them for anyone looking for hearing protection for any purpose.
One thing I should mention is that the black part is a very soft and flexible rubber - not plastic. Yes, I realize that the product page says they are made of polymer, but I figured they just meant the cone itself. So, even if the large is a hair too big for you, it will still conform to your ear and make a snugger fit in my opinion. Everyone's ear is different though, so be prepared to try a couple sizes.
Other than my size issue, these are great little reusable plugs. They are extremely comfortable and very quiet. I will bump them back up to five stars if they survive the first accidental washer/dryer cycle.
What really makes this pair stand out is the 2 stage hearing protection. I shoot indoor and outdoor. Shotguns and pistols mostly. But I've used these on the rifle range as well. What I've found, for my ears, is that for most pistols I can leave the little doors open without hurting my ears at the indoor range. I can hold conversations with them in as if I were wearing active hearing protection.
I've shot trap with the doors open and closed. I think it is probably a little better with them closed but it can work with them open. I plan on using these when I go pheasant hunting in the fall with the doors open. Mostly because I've had enough ringing ears from hunting that I think it would be worth it to protect them some.
I like the included case. The tether I didn't care for. I think they stay inside the ears just fine. I don't think they need the tether.
As for cleaning. I found that they are really easy to clean when you let them dry a bit. If you try to clean them after use they are a bit slick. But, if you wait until they dry a bit it's a bit easier.
One last thing. I think they get more comfortable with time. The first time out they were comfortable enough. But they get better as they get worn a bit.
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