We're excited to announce a new addition to The X Blog! Jordan Murray, our newest member has moved all the way from the United Kingdom to perform with Rhythm X in the front ensemble. He has graciously agreed to blog about his experience with Rhythm X and the United States. Keep a look out here on The X Blog for his first post!

Etymotic Research is a company most percussionists have heard of. Lately they've been making waves in the press and their adopt-a-band program has been promoting hearing protection to young musicians all over the country. 

While their ETY•Plugs® are the go-to product for performing musicians, concert goers, and anyone who understands the damage a loud environment can do, Etymotic provides a solution that takes hearing protection to a new level. The Music•PRO High-Definition Electronic Earplugs are an electronic earplug that allows you to hear naturally at normal levels until sounds of a dangerous level occur. The beauty of these earplugs is that you are provided with the exact amount of protection needed but only when you need it.