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The net effect is the same, so why bother? |
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Sound cancellation headphones/earplugs adapt to the amplitude of the noise to provide a consistent low noise level at the ear. Futhermore, if there is music or speech that one desires to hear, a music device or microphone can be plugged in to bypass the cancellation. |
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It sounds like you may be arguing for a volume control where the aggressiveness of the blocking/cancellation can be adjusted. Since blocking/cancelling sound inevitably reshapes the spectrum, It is much more desireable to eliminate the sound as much as possible and then add the desired sound (e.g., concert) through a balanced amplifier as is done with the cancellation systems. |
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My brother has some like this for shooting. The microphones are situated on the outside of the earpieces and can be turned up or down, on or off so that you can hear the conversations around you. When the gun is fired the microphones shut off. |
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Any sound over a certain decibel range causes the microphone to shut off for a split second. Probably not good for concerts, but could provide a basis for implementation. |
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This is called "peak clipping" and it's comprehensively Baked, I'm afraid - in hearing aids, ear defenders, and active earplugs. |
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