Loop Experience 2 Plus review

Loop's Experience 2 Plus is the step-up version of the brand's ring-shaped live music earplug. Loop rates it at 17 dB SNR and includes a removable Loop Mute accessory that adds 3 dB when the room gets louder, so one pair covers two levels. It ships with four upgraded ear tip sizes, which Loop says helps smaller ears get a good fit, and the plugs are reusable and washable with a carry case. For musicians, the appeal is how quickly the plugs go in and out between songs and how securely Loop says they stay put while you move. The limits are the amount of reduction, which is lighter than the 22 to 31 dB options from Alpine, EARPEACE and Earasers, and a design built to be seen, which not every performer wants on stage. Loop's store showed us euro prices, so the US price is still pending.

Who it is for

Singers and band members who want a stylish plug with a quick way to add reduction.

Price

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US price check pending. See the vendor pricing page.

Key features

• 17 dB SNR noise reduction, according to Loop
• Removable Loop Mute accessory adds 3 dB
• Four ear tip sizes
• Certified hearing protection, reusable and washable
• Carry case included

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Four tip sizes, including options for smaller ears
• Strength: Mute insert adds reduction without a second pair
• Strength: Reusable and washable, with a carry case
• Weakness: 17 to 20 dB is light for drummers
• Weakness: Loop markets it for live music and events rather than daily rehearsal
• Weakness: Ring design is visible on stage

Key facts

• Reduction: 17 dB SNR, +3 dB with Mute
• Tip sizes: 4
• Reusable: Yes
• US price: Check pending

Where it ranks

Loop Experience 2 Plus is No. 6 in our Best Earplugs for Musicians verdict.