silence is golden

[Mavster]

The Merc S class isn't all that quiet, and not much different from an E class tbh. Even a Bentley continental isn't quiet

Lexus are good, wouldn't an electric German car fit the bill ?

 

[Gazcw]

I guess a bigger question would be, is it overall loudness or certain frequency that causes the issues?
And then, can noise cancelling earbuds be 'tuned' to those frequencies?

 

[davy83]

I guess a bigger question would be, is it overall loudness or certain frequency that causes the issues?
And then, can noise cancelling earbuds be 'tuned' to those frequencies?

This is of course the million dollar question. From what i can see over the last 16 months there are definitely some frequencies that cause bigger problems than others. WE have got both noise cancelling and adaptive hearing aid technology and there is no panacea here. I think having tinitus and hyperacousis is relatively rare, and only happens to 5% of people suffering from tinitus. The adaptive hearing aids seem to allow you to go about your business but also make the problem worse when you remove them so a bit of a double edged sword.
My problem with making noise cancelling technology remove the offending frequencies is working out what these are. its not easy. My wife is not very scientific and has not helped either. It's also not helped by the fact that vibration transmitted through the hands or any physical contact can also cause problems. My I3 is extremely quiet but does get some road vibration through the tyres and suspension.

 

[midlifecrisis]

I have developed tinnitus in my left ear and have had it for 18 months now along with a 3dB loss too. One thing I cannot abide is silence. A little bit of music or noise means I cannot hear it.

I'm not convinced with any gadget that says that it can eradicate it as the noise is internal unless tinnitus is regular in phase and the cancellation is in perfect antiphase .

 

[Ryandoc]

I’ve suffered from tinnitus for over 10 years now, I’m 43.
Have had 2 hospital visits, first one was just that the first one. It’s my right ear but the noise engulfs my entire head. I get a hearing test every 3 years as part of my work and the right ear is a mess.

my second visit was not that long ago, it flared really bad at Xmas. It was debilitating and I broke. It flared up badly. They even scanned my head for physical issues but of course saw nothing

I was offered a hearing aid or therapy. Turned both down.

Can’t offer advise on a car but I sympathise it’s a horrific condition. I live with it. Get on with it most of the time. Have bad periods. I’m always turning my head so my left ear is closest to people talking.

I probably picked the wrong car though to be fair, a 4.7 GT with an x-pipe lol

 

[davy83]

I have developed tinnitus in my left ear and have had it for 18 months now along with a 3dB loss too. One thing I cannot abide is silence. A little bit of music or noise means I cannot hear it.

I'm not convinced with any gadget that says that it can eradicate it as the noise is internal unless tinnitus is regular in phase and the cancellation is in perfect antiphase .

yes absolutetly I am also convinced that no gismo will fix this is. Even the hearing aids we got from BUPA for £5k didn't really help.

 

[Guy]

I’m with @Oneball S Class are the pinnacle of cosseted driving. Try a 2015 onwards S350, a beautiful place to be.

My latest 'smoker' is the quietest car I have ever travelled in, the 2 door S Class called a CL500. Double glazed and whisper quiet. Cheap too.

 

[davy83]

I’ve suffered from tinnitus for over 10 years now, I’m 43.
Have had 2 hospital visits, first one was just that the first one. It’s my right ear but the noise engulfs my entire head. I get a hearing test every 3 years as part of my work and the right ear is a mess.

my second visit was not that long ago, it flared really bad at Xmas. It was debilitating and I broke. It flared up badly. They even scanned my head for physical issues but of course saw nothing

I was offered a hearing aid or therapy. Turned both down.

Can’t offer advise on a car but I sympathise it’s a horrific condition. I live with it. Get on with it most of the time. Have bad periods. I’m always turning my head so my left ear is closest to people talking.

I probably picked the wrong car though to be fair, a 4.7 GT with an x-pipe lol

Yes it's a problem that is extremely hard to live with for sure, and many people suffer badly it seems.
You made me laugh when I got to the car choice, X-pipe that will be nice and quiet!. Clearly the home secretary will not go anywhere near the 3200, and that's a mixed blessing really.

 

[CatmanV2]

Dean's Jag.....

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[Gazcw]

This is of course the million dollar question. From what i can see over the last 16 months there are definitely some frequencies that cause bigger problems than others. WE have got both noise cancelling and adaptive hearing aid technology and there is no panacea here. I think having tinitus and hyperacousis is relatively rare, and only happens to 5% of people suffering from tinitus. The adaptive hearing aids seem to allow you to go about your business but also make the problem worse when you remove them so a bit of a double edged sword.
My problem with making noise cancelling technology remove the offending frequencies is working out what these are. its not easy. My wife is not very scientific and has not helped either. It's also not helped by the fact that vibration transmitted through the hands or any physical contact can also cause problems. My I3 is extremely quiet but does get some road vibration through the tyres and suspension.

I would switch from run flats (if you haven't already) and try it before looking for something else.

 

[rockits]

I know this is a stupid and most likely not Maserati related question, but... My wife has developed tinitus and hyperacousis, which means any noise makes the tinitus worse. So she is struggling to travel. I therefore need a very very quiet car, with extremely good road noise and vibration absorbtion, as well as low wind noise and preferably no engine noise. Any suggestions as to where I might start with this? I have so far tried BMW - i3 (I had this already, and its my best shot at the moment) a Tesla S series (road and wind noise not that great really), and I also bought a diesel Citroen C6 which I think if it was petrol would be close but I can't find a petrol version in the UK, Any thoughts? Range rover? Mercedes of some description? Anyone got an extremely quiet and comfortable car they can suggest or reccomend?

Sorry to hear that and I suffer from the exact same combination of Tinnitus and Hyperacusis too. When it is quiet it is noisy and when it is noisy it is unbearable. Perfect combination!!

If your anywhere near Hertfordshire or even if not and want to make a journey you are more than welcome to try the Jaguar.

It is SORN and sat in my garage until it is sold so won't be used at all now short of me taking it for a short run to keep it happy.

More than happy to meet up if she wanted someone to talk to that understands too. It is quite debilitating at times if you let it get to you. It affects me every second of every day and sometimes I don't let it affect me but sometimes it can get the better of me. I think it is hard to understand if you don't have it or haven't experienced it.