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I am looking to pick a set of these up but, was wondering if the little tab needed to be closed for hearing protection purposes? At certain levels, yes.  Does it still offer hearing protection with it open and allow you to hear normal sounds such as talking? Can you hear talking with the tap closed? Yes, but it's not quite as clear.  Personally, I just keep them closed.  I hear conversation well enough.  It's about like if you had earmuffs on (the kind for warmth).

Thanks for your help,