If you wear the good earplugs (like EarPeace) they lower the db but still provide a full spectrum sound so nothing is muffled
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I'll actually look into this.
Although I do keep one earphone in on full volume for podcasts or music during the day as well. So. Currently doing myself no favors. 🥴
You can pair the good ear protection with a pair of bone conduction headphones like Shokz (I love mine)