I'm certain that you could, when I posted this, I didn't read all of it, all of it being the end where they go all nazi on you, which I don't agree with, but the whole loss of hearing thing disturbs me still.

 

I been drivin small block stroker chevies for years with loud pipes - id rather go deaf to that(and the screamin of the connected tires) than boomin rap anyday....
-Christopher

 

I don't really listen to my music loud. But I want to be able to hear it clearly when I have my top off, doors off, going 80 down interstate next to a big rig. With the top and doors on I listen to it at very reasonable volume.

 

If loud music only affected the person with the loud stereo, I'd have no problem with it. Get a bass shaker and set of over-the-ear headphones if you want to "feel" the music.
As it is, sound travels and those who don't want to hear the loud music can't get away from it, especially when you're talking about thumping bass that can be heard over half a mile away with your home windows closed! It is as rude and unacceptable as public profanity, talking on a cell phone during a movie, not washing your hands after using the restroom, or smoking in a confined space with other people.
(hint: If your mirror shakes on the windshield, it's beyond WAAAAYYY too loud.)

Wow. I felt old saying that, but rude behavior seems to be celebrated in our society nowadays and I felt I needed to speak out.

 

Grandpa it is almost your bedtime... don't forget to change your diaper.

 

I just checked and didn't see you in there. Why do I need to change it?

 

If it's too loud, your to old!

 

I agree. But when you're young it's easy to imagine you're superman!

"Most people in the United States are unaware of the presence of environmental sound at damaging levels, or of the level at which sound becomes harmful. Common sources of damaging noise levels include car stereos, children's toys, transportation, crowds, lawn and maintenance equipment, power tools, gun use, and even hair dryers. Noise damage is cumulative; all sources of damage must be considered to assess risk. If one is exposed to loud sound (including music) at high levels or for extended durations (85 dB A or greater), then hearing impairment will occur. Sound levels increase with proximity; as the source is brought closer to the ear, the sound level increases. This is why music is more likely to cause damage at the same output when listened to through headphones, as the headphones are in closer proximity to the ear drum than a loudspeaker. With the invention of in-ear headphones, these dangers are increased."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hearing_loss

 

You are more likely to find me in your daughters pants.

 

Considering my daughters are 9 and 11, you'd find me sending an arrow with a razor-sharp broadhead right through your trachea and out the back of your neck, you sick S.O.B.