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7 Devonshire Street Move

Posted on June 27, 2023 by - Blog, Homepage

Musicians Hearing Consultation

Musicians’ Hearing Services Relocates to a Luxurious Clinic at 127 Harley Street

Musicians’ Hearing Services, a renowned provider of hearing solutions for musicians, has recently moved its location from 7 Devonshire Street, London W1W 5PY to a new luxury clinic situated at 127 Harley Street, London, W1G 6AZ. This relocation marks an exciting chapter in our commitment to offering top-quality services to musicians and individuals seeking professional hearing care. Whether you’re experiencing changes in your hearing, require hearing protection, ear wax removal, or need specialised services such as therapy for tinnitus, Musicians’ Hearing Services has you covered. Additionally, we offer customised in-ear monitors for musicians, providing unique ear impressions tailored to your specific needs.

New Clinic Address: Musicians’ Hearing Services, 127 Harley Street, London, W1G 6AZ

Musicians Hearing ConsultationComprehensive Musicians’ Hearing Services

At Musicians’ Hearing Services we specialise in catering to the unique auditory needs of musicians, and we offer a range of services to ensure optimal hearing health.

Hearing Tests

If you suspect changes in your hearing or want to assess your hearing capabilities, Musicians’ Hearing Services provides comprehensive hearing tests and can advise on hearing technology designed for the specific needs of musicians.

Custom-Made Hearing Protection

Ensure that your ears are adequately safeguarded while you enjoy your musical pursuits with musicians’ Pro ear plugs which will protect your hearing from the effects of overexposure to loud sounds throughout your life.

Tinnitus Therapy

If you are struggling with tinnitus, Musicians’ Hearing Services offers hearing therapy to alleviate the associated symptoms. Our dedicated hearing therapists are experienced in working with musicians and understand the impact tinnitus can have on your career and overall well-being.

Instant Ear Wax Removal

Ear wax buildup can affect your hearing and cause discomfort. We offer safe and effective ear wax removal through a technique known as microsuction. Our highly trained clinical audiologists remove the wax with precision accuracy using high-spec examination microscopes, providing immediate relief.

In-Ear Monitors

Musicians requiring in-ear monitors can benefit from our expertise in creating personalised ear impressions. These impressions ensure that the in-ear monitors fit perfectly, delivering optimal sound quality and reducing the risk of hearing damage. We can either have your in-ear monitors made for you in the UK or we can send your 3d scans to your preferred US manufacturer.

Musicians Hearing Health Scheme

At Musicians’ Hearing Services we are proud to be the nationwide provider for the Musicians Hearing Health Scheme. This scheme offers eligible musicians access to specialised hearing services and solutions at a much reduced cost. To apply for the scheme see here.

To book an appointment with us or enquire further about our services call 020 7486 1053, choose Option 1, or complete the form.

Ben McKeown, The Mustangs

Posted on May 23, 2013 by - Testimonials

The boominess of my bass disappeared, with the result that I could clearly hear every note as I played it.  I was able to play as tightly as I have ever played without any strain or effort.

Best of all, after each gig I was able to fall into bed without the usual ringing in the ears and feeling of being noise-battered.  The whole experience was far more enjoyable and less fatiguing,

Custom earplugs are an incredible piece of kit that I would recommend to any musician.  I intend never to play a gig without them again.

Ben McKeown
The Mustangs

Ben Drew (aka) Plan B

Posted on July 4, 2013 by - Testimonials

My life would be very different if I didn’t have the use of my ears. Without my hearing, I wouldn’t be able to work, write songs or act.

So looking after my hearing is essential, if I want a career in music or anything else creative. I use in ear monitors when I perform on stage and moulded ear plugs when I’m just going out on a social one and there’s loud music being played, all from Musicians’ Hearing Services.

It isn’t worth risking the use of your ears just to have a good time.

Ben Drew, aka Plan B

Rihanna and Musicians Hearing Services live in Germany

Posted on July 19, 2016 by - Blog

Rihanna and Musicians Hearing Services live in Germany

The Harley Street Hearing and Musicians Hearing Services group have been going global recently. Our practice was contacted by one of the biggest names in the music industry, Rihanna, to take ear impressions for in-ear monitors.

Rihanna the chart topping, eight time Grammy award winning artist who has millions of gold and platinum (riaa) song certifications is on the European leg of her ANTI world tour.  She is set to travel to 18 different countries around Europe, with her shows in the UK going down a storm.

She was due to perform in Hamburg, Germany on Saturday the 9th of July. This is where our journey with Rihanna began.

Rihanna Germany MHS 1The call came in late Thursday from Rihanna’s tour manager; she needed impressions taken for new in ear monitors and we had come highly recommended.

They were currently in Copenhagen, but were set to travel to Germany for Saturdays show. Could we help? “OF COURSE!” We reminded them of the minor detail that our practice and our audiologists were based in London or Manchester, this was not a problem, they arranged flights to and from Hamburg, with accommodation for an overnight stay.

“I was the chosen audiologist to go & packed my bags and the equipment I needed; and was on the Heathrow express from Paddington station to terminal 5. 

Arriving in Hamburg I was met by Martin the driver who took me to the Park Hyatt Hotel in the centre of the city.  Driving through the cities suburbs Martin pointed out the Rotherbaum tennis arena, and the University of Hamburg.

Rihanna Germany MHS 2All checked in to the hotel, I received a call from Rhianna’s tour manager.  He was going to send a driver to pick me up at 8 o’clock to bring me to the arena, so I could watch the show and then be on standby, as I was going to take impressions after her performance.

Jan (the runner for the tour) picked me up, he joked that he needed to find “roasted salted cashew nuts”, which by the sounds of it were not that readily available in Germany.  We eventually found a supermarket which stocked these and the jubilation on Jan’s face was priceless; we could finally head to the arena.

Rihanna Germany MHS 4On arrival a VIP badge was hoisted around my neck, I was shown to the golden circle where I could watch the show which had already started.  Rhianna put in a great performance, her hit single “Work” being the highlight. How ironic, here I was in Hamburg, AT WORK, with Rihanna……

The show was over.  Buzzing from her performance it was my time to shine!  I was shown into her dressing room at around half past midnight, Rihanna stood up shook my hand and asked me where I was from. “London” I replied. We exchanged conversation, discussing rumours of playing  perform at Glastonbury. Mimicking my English accent with playful jest I then took 2 sets of impressions.

We hugged, I wished her good luck for the rest of her tour, then I was driven back to the hotel by Jan as we joked about the “salted roasted cashew nuts”.

After breakfast Sebastian drove me to the airport the following morning.  He noted that Hamburg was the city with the most bridges in Europe, more than Venice (an interesting fact).

On the flight back to London I reflected on my trip to Hamburg and how incredible Rhianna’s performance and her kind and approachable personality were.”

The ear impressions were then sent to a manufacturer in the United States who produce high performance in-ear-monitors.

In ear monitors are a small wireless device, worn by the performer, which would deliver the monitor mix directly to the ear at a volume that could be personally controlled. The in-ear-monitor gives around 30 dB sound isolation which in turn protects the performer’s ears.

It is fantastic that stars such as Rihanna are taking steps to protecting their hearing, as a big drive by the World Health Organisation recently aims to tackle preventable hearing loss caused by noise.

There are a number of solutions for individuals of any age to start protecting their hearing. Take a look at our website

Jack Stancel-Lewis – Audiologist – Harley Street Hearing & Musicians Hearing Services.

If you need ear impressions or any advice on hearing issues call 020 7486 1053 or complete below.

You only get one set of ears…..

Posted on February 11, 2019 by - Homepage

You only get one set of ears…..

DJ Eats Everything interview…

“You’ve got to look after your ears. I use ACS custom earplugs. I used to have the AR15s but I got Pro 17s now.”

High-fidelity earplugs allow you to hear the music clearly whilst lowering the volume so you don’t damage your hearing. To many people’s surprise there are affordable (£10+), universal high-fidelity earplugs on the market for music lovers. Like for Dan, custom earplugs are the standard choice for most musicians. These set you back around £130 and include a hearing test, ear moulding and the actual product. The Musicians’ Hearing Health Scheme has been an integral part of making sure musicians are protecting their hearing. Offered by Musicians Hearing Services, in partnership with Help Musicians UK and the Musicians’ Union, any musician who earns their living through the music industry are eligible for discounted custom earplugs.

“I get my earplugs through the Musicians Hearing Services. Yeah it’s really good man. I lose so many pairs as well. I always buy three pairs and then my tour manager has a pair, I have a pair and then there is one at home so when I lose one of them I always have a backup. Then I reorder another pair so there is always three. Safety first!”

The Musicians Hearing Services have been going for over 25 years, working with other prominent artists such as Chris Martin from Coldplay, Bicep and Zane Lowe to protect their hearing. Unfortunately, according to Dan, lots still don’t protect their hearing.

“I’ve seen a few more artists [protect their hearing] but still a lot of them don’t wear them. I’m like what the fuck? They all say they can’t DJ, but you’ve just got to learn. I mean I didn’t really enjoy it at the start but it was just something that I had to do. I’ve been doing it like this for 14-15 years so it’s just totally normal to me now.”

To see the full allears campaign interview click here