Although I intend on trying these for shooting, my main use will be for when I run my tractor. I tried them out...work great! I can protect my ears from the tractor noise, yet still hear music at a safe level, if I choose. I tried that as well, and it works good. I also like that if someone needs to speak to me, I can turn up the volume for having a conversation - then go back to my noisy tractor - without having to remove and reinstall ear plugs!