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Tinnitus worries...

I have had on and off periodic ringing in the ears for 30 years, (lots of live music) and back in March I decided to invest in a new home audio system, speakers, amp preamp CD player and cables costing about 7k, I have almost constant low level tinnitus now, my doctor says it's a cumulative thing and there is little that can be done. I hardly listen to music beyond normal talking decibels, and am very careful about any other loud DB exposure. Odd how the tinnitus became constant the minute I got my new system set up.  I guess this is more of a warning than anything else, so be careful! 
racer45
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oleschool
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There are recent threads about this ..
good luck i know all too well
gdnrbob
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I have it, too. But, my stereo doesn't seem to be influencing it. 
I would suggest consulting a hearing specialist. Sometimes something like TMJ might be a trigger.


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I have tinnitus as well from lots of shows and drumming. I carry earplugs and don’t attend loud shows anymore.
I will say I am more sensitive to etched treble though And have recently gotten back into listening to vinyl.

Since taking basis I don’t worry about enjoying music at home any longer.
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gammajo
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Also be sure not to use pain killers such as Aspirin or Advil, or use it very little. Reduce caffeine. Then wear ear protection doing vacuuming, using lawn mowers or leaf blowers, going to movies, or anything else where the noise level is high. Relaxation techniques such as slow deep breathing before listening can be helpful too.
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