Examples of noises that produce sound levels above 85 dB include a garbage disposal unit, a diesel truck, a motorcycle, a leaf blower, a snowmobile, sports crowds, and rock concerts.

It reduces loud sounds but keeps the dialogue amplified. If you have a 4th generation Apple TV, press the microphone on Apple remote and say to Siri, "Reduce loud sounds." Done. Wireless headphones ...

For the hearing-impaired, sounds are quieter, but they can also be fuzzier and maddeningly distorted. Listen to these audio clip simulations of what that kind of hearing loss sounds like.