• Shure Inc and the NHCA released results of hearing tests performed at the 2009 AES convention in New York City
• Shure sponsored the free hearing screenings
• Screenings we conducted for several hundred attendees
• Students had best hearing levels and those who worked with audio and other related jobs had the worst results
• Differences in audio test results were noted among the different job titles surveyed
• Tests suggest some types of audio engineering work may present a greater risk of NIHL than others
•  Average hearing levels among participants who reported using hearing protection during work were 1 to 2 dB better than those who did not use hearing protection.

“We were pleased to partner with the NHCA for this important testing at AES. Shure has long been committed to helping those in the music business preserve their hearing, and comprehensive testing like this is a great way to keep people educated about hearing health.”

“The testing results tell us there’s a need for additional hearing measurements and hearing loss prevention efforts among audio professionals. Noise induced hearing loss is a completely preventable disease, but people need to be aware of the risk factors and the steps they can take to minimize their risk.”

  Sandy LaMantia, Shure President and CEO 

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About Shure Incorporated

Founded in 1925, Shure Incorporated (www.shure.com) is widely acknowledged as the world's leading manufacturer of microphones and audio electronics. Over the years, the Company has designed and produced many high-quality professional and consumer audio products that have become legendary for performance, reliability, and value. Shure’s diverse product line includes world-class wired microphones and wireless microphone systems for performers and presenters, award-winning earphones and headsets for MP3 players and smartphones, and top-rated phonograph cartridges for professional DJs. Today, Shure products are the first choice whenever audio performance is a top priority.

Shure Incorporated corporate headquarters is located in Niles, Illinois, in the United States. The Company has additional manufacturing facilities and regional sales offices in China, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, The United Kingdom, and the United States.

About the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA)

The mission of the National Hearing Conservation Association is to prevent hearing loss due to noise and other environmental factors in all sectors of society. NHCA provides networking, resources, and professional development opportunities to improve skills, practices, and services for over 600 members. NHCA's membership includes audiologists, researchers, students, industrial hygienists, educators, professional service organizations, safety professionals, engineers, medical professionals, audio professionals, and others who have dedicated their work to the advancement of hearing loss prevention. For more information about the National Hearing Conservation Association, visit them online at www.hearingconservation.org.