Manufacturer | 3M |
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Part Number | 90542-3DC |
Item Weight | 13.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 4.06 x 7.13 x 8.56 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 90542-3DC |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | Connect+ AM/FM with Bluetooth Technology |
Color | Black |
Style | Worktunes Connect Am/Fm + Bluetooth |
Finish | black |
Material | Synthetic |
Pattern | Protector |
Power Source | AC/DC |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Number Of Pieces | 1 |
Measurement System | Metric |
Special Features | Microphone, volume-control, wireless |
Included Components | Work Tuner Wireless Hearing Protector with Bluetooth |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
Average Battery Life | 8 Hours |
Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |
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3M Worktunes Bluetooth Hearing Protection with Am/fm Radio, Black and Grey
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Purchase options and add-ons
- Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) 24 dB*
- BLUETOOTH WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY lets you seamlessly stream entertainment from your mobile phone and any other Bluetooth enabled device
- INTEGRATED MICROPHONE lets you make and take phone calls without removing the ear protection
- EXCELLENT AM/FM RADIO performance with clear sound and bass boost option for great listening
- AUDIO ASSIST TECHNOLOGY provides operational and set-up guidance–without having to take off the headset
- AUDIO ASSIST TECHNOLOGY helps you program up to 50 AM/FM radio stations and lets you know when your battery is running low
- EASY-TO-USE CONTROLS are conveniently within reach on your headset
- Volume temporarily mutes when phone calls and messages are received
- Standard 3.5mm audio input jack lets you connect your devices
- Makes an excellent gift for the yard or woodworking enthusiast
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Self-adjusts to ensure you’re listening at a safe volume level throughout your workday. |
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Flexible headband with ventilation improves comfort when worn with hats. |
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Bluetooth Wireless Technology | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Ear Cushions | Premium gel ear cushions | Soft, padded ear cushions | Soft, padded ear cushions | Replacement ear cushions for 3M WorkTunes Connnect + AM/FM | |
Make & Receive Phone Calls | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
High-Fidelity Speakers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
AM/FM Radio | ✓ | ||||
Audio Assist/Voice Assist | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Audio Input Jack | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Battery | Built-in rechargeable battery/low-battery indicator | AA batteries/low-battery indicator/ optional lithium battery pack | Built-in rechargeable battery/low-battery indicator | Optional lithium battery pack for 3M WorkTunes Connnect + AM/FM | |
Headband | Compatible with hats & caps/vented headband | Compatible with hats & caps/vented headband | Compatible with hats & caps/vented headband | ||
Noise Reduction Rating | 23dB | 24dB | 24dB |
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ASIN | B0146A4SWA |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #10,149 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #35 in Safety Earmuffs |
Date First Available | August 18, 2015 |
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Product Description
The 3M WorkTunes Connect + AM/FM Hearing Protector with Bluetooth Wireless Technology helps you protect your hearing while enjoying your favorite music, podcast, audio book or radio station. Equipped with Bluetooth Technology, these protective headphones allow you to stream the entertainment of your choice from your smartphone, tablet or other mobile device, while Safe Volume Control Technology self-adjusts to ensure you're listening at a safe volume level throughout your work day. The Audio Assist function alerts you to the radio station you're on and helps you pre-set your favorite channels without having to take off your headphones. All the controls are on the headset–so there's no need to be tethered by a cord. The soft ear cushions are designed with comfort in mind, and the flexible headband with ventilation improves comfort when worn with a hat. Get the best of both worlds, hearing protection plus great-sounding entertainment with 3M WorkTunes Connect + AM/FM Hearing Protector.
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Noise cancellation | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.4 |
Comfort | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.5 |
Sound quality | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.0 | — |
Noise level | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.1 | — | 4.2 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | PROHEAR | BOER TECH | Sino Garden | Hocazor | Amazon.com |
size | Connect+ AM/FM with Bluetooth Technology | 8.31 x 6.34 x 4.21 inches | 6.29*4.13*8.07 inches | Large | Large | One Size |
material | Synthetic | Durable & solid ABS plastic, Ultra-soft ear cushions and headband | Sturdy and durable ABS plastic Super soft ear pads Padded headband Chip with Bluetooth 5.0 | Plastic | — | — |
noise attenuation | 24 | 25 | 25 | 29 | 25 | 23 |
noise control | sound isolation | sound isolation | sound isolation | active noise cancellation | sound isolation | sound isolation |
style | Worktunes Connect Am/Fm + Bluetooth | Bluetooth-black | 037black-bluetooth | Easy to Use | — | Worktunes Connect Gel |
weight | 0.85 pounds | 0.82 pounds | 11.52 ounces | — | 1.1 pounds | 260 grams |
Important information
LIMITATIONS: WARNING - This hearing protection product helps reduce exposure to hazardous noise and other loud sounds. Misuse or failure to wear hearing protectors at all times that you are exposed to noise may result in hearing loss or injury. For proper use, see user instructions or call 3M Technical Service toll free at 1-800-494-3552. In Canada, call 1-800-267-4414. *CAUTION: 3M strongly recommends fit testing of hearing protectors. Research suggests that many users will receive less noise reduction than indicated by the NRR due to variation in hearing protector fit, fitting skill and motivation of the user. If the NRR is used, 3M recommends that it be reduced by 50% or in accordance with applicable regulations.
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Customers like the quality, performance, and comfort of the earmuff. For example, they mention that the build quality is very good, the Bluetooth works well, and the AM/FM radio works fairly well. Some appreciate the ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on sound quality, bluetooth connectivity, reception, and battery life.
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Customers like the quality of the earmuffs. For example, they mention the build quality is very good, durable, and reliable. Some say the ear muffs themselves are fantastic and the radio receiver is good. That said, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The quality is good, but can always be better.5) During the Summer or within warm areas, the rubber padding does get wet and sweaty...." Read more
"...thing I didn't really like was the headband, but the Earmuffs themselves are fantastic and you would be putting yourself out of you didn't give..." Read more
"...As with most 3M products the build quality is very good and durable. Feels good on my head; a little tight but they still have to break in...." Read more
"...When I got my headphones, there was already a small tear in the middle of it where it was wrapped under the headband for packaging...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the earmuff. They mention that the radio reception works well, the Bluetooth works well once they learn how to use it, and the headphones seem to work okay. The flimsy plastic bags, however, prevent easy replacement of parts. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...-Easy to use once you learn how to use it-Bluetooth works well-Replacement parts are widely available..." Read more
"...But the important parts are still working great. No troubles with BT or radio, good battery life, solid sound, and great dampening...." Read more
"Work as intended and have not broken with all the things I’ve used them for!..." Read more
"...This is good for working, working out, cycling, whatever it is you want to do. Down side is your ears will sweat after a while...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the earmuffs. They mention that the head band is significantly more comfortable and doesn't lose its adjustment. The ear cushions are fairly soft, with foam.
"...Actually feels very nice. If you work outside in the heat, well they may get warm on you, so just depends...but you can always have them on standby...." Read more
"...Feels good on my head; a little tight but they still have to break in. Radio reception seems fine at least in my area depending on the station...." Read more
"...Surprisingly good sound quality, batteries last forever, super comfy, durable, easy to use even with heavy gloves on. What more could you ask for?..." Read more
"...If you want an honest review, that's it. They work. Not so comfortable, but they work. Audio is good enough and loud enough too...." Read more
Customers find the earmuff easy to use. They say the controls are intuitive and easy to remember. They also say pairing to a device is easy and once pared it will automatically reconnect. Customers also mention that saving presets wasn't too difficult and Bluetooth pairing is really easy. They find the dials all well designed and easy find without taking off the headset.
"...So very comfortable on the ears. Bluetooth is great and easy to set up...." Read more
"...-Good battery life-Easy to use once you learn how to use it-Bluetooth works well-Replacement parts are widely available..." Read more
"...good sound quality, batteries last forever, super comfy, durable, easy to use even with heavy gloves on. What more could you ask for?..." Read more
"...Slight learning curve for operating, requires at least 15-30 minutes, reading the manual's diagram and operating the buttons, in order to learn..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the earmuffs. Some mention that the noise cancelling capabilities are superb, while others say that the volume is constantly going up and down. Some say that they filter out much of the loud noise at work, while still others say the Bluetooth audio level is fairly low.
"...FM sounds pretty good, while the chainsaw or lawnmower are running. I think, either a better tuner or more antenna would be desirable...." Read more
"...ear pain won't be there and your ears will be pretty comfy, and no sound changes ...that I can tell anyway. Actually feels very nice...." Read more
"...Some have complained that the audio level is lacking but I believe it is adequate and my hearing is impaired...." Read more
"...-Too quiet even at full volume.-Audio quality is fair and good enough for most people, but considering the price I expected better...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the bluetooth connectivity of the earmuff. Some mention that it's great and easy to set up, while others say that it fails to connect even after it'd been paired or you walked out of range.
"...The Bluetooth works, however I'm not a fan of Bluetooth devices...." Read more
"...fine, the announcer stated that it had switched to BT but it wouldn't pair or play. None of my devices could see the Worktunes either...." Read more
"...These are so great! So very comfortable on the ears. Bluetooth is great and easy to set up...." Read more
"...I love using the Bluetooth feature to listen to my music on my phone. Also really enjoy using the Radio feature as well...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the reception of the earmuffs. Some mention that the speakers are great, the radio reception is awesome, and the Bluetooth stays. They say that the range is fine so far, and that the radio station tuning is easy. However, others say that they have bad radio reception, and are completely unable to receive FM radio signals. They also mention that when turning them on, they initially don't pick up the radio stations that they left them on.
"...AM/FM tuner and reception strength appears adequate. (See CONS notes.)4) Weight seems acceptable, no apparent neck problems yet...." Read more
"...Radio reception seems fine at least in my area depending on the station...." Read more
"...That solved my problem, though it did make the unit completely unable to receive FM radio signals. Oh well, that's what Bluetooth is for!..." Read more
"...Reception is clear and strong. I don't stream music, just give me my favorite Christian radio station and I'm a happy guy...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the earmuffs. Some mention that the batteries last quite a while, are still holding up, and the auto-off saves batteries. However, others say that it's not a rechargeable battery that they can just plug in to charge when they're done for the day.
"...2021.10.02 WOW! Original AA batteries last a very long time, using only the FM radio and not using Bluetooth, four months so far on the original..." Read more
"...-Backwards compatible with AA batteries-Good battery life-Easy to use once you learn how to use it-Bluetooth works well..." Read more
"...gets noticeable quiet. My fault again, but they are not rechargeable out of the box...." Read more
"These are awesome. Surprisingly good sound quality, batteries last forever, super comfy, durable, easy to use even with heavy gloves on...." Read more
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Updated, see notes below. AA batteries last four months and still going using FM radio! Excellent hearing protection with radio! I hate proprietary lithium battery packs along with the unique charging adapters. AA batteries are cheap, and last adequate amount of time and more so then expected.
Better than listening to the lawnmower! However, I still prefer to listen to the whine of my chainsaw versus Mozart!
PROS
1) Sound quality appears adequate, especially while using a chainsaw or lawnmower. (See CONS notes.)
2) Battery life so far seems adequate. Used 2-3 times at lengthy intervals, still going, however mostly using FM/AM reception, without bluetooth.
3) AM/FM tuner and reception strength appears adequate. (See CONS notes.)
4) Weight seems acceptable, no apparent neck problems yet. Albeit, they'll likely hear from my lawyer first if the weight breaks my neck while listening to heavy metal music.
5) I've heard of complaints here about the volume dial not allowing louder volumes. I think these complaints are pretty much false, unless my unit has been modified after the complaints, or there's something going on with the reception and sound pressure level amplification. Seems adequate to me. Any louder with the music and I might as well listen to the lawnmower or chainsaw further ruin my hearing!
Cons
1) Audio quality. Although adequate, could likely be much better! For somebody or a company that cares about our hearing, should also care just as much about the sound quality of the noise we want to listen to! (While using a chainsaw, I tend to also turn my garage 1000 watt stereo/radio on alongside using the headset with chainsaw... great to sing along while using a chainsaw or splitting wood!)
2) Slight learning curve for operating, requires at least 15-30 minutes, reading the manual's diagram and operating the buttons, in order to learn the work flow of the button operations.
3) Initially, the voice prompts were clipped short and inaudible. After reading the manual, or learning the manual's diagram, I now understand the voice prompts. (Likely clipped short due to memory constraints and weight requirements.)
4) I strongly prefer radio FM or AM reception, rather than listening to prerecorded music, unless the media is an audio book or audio lecture. Go figure, think it's due to randomness of songs and the large database of varying songs over FM radio or AM variety. However, I'm in a rural area, requiring better tuners to pickup the more distant strong AM/FM broadcast stations. I would judge the tuner on this headset adequate, only able receive your strongest local ~15 mile FM stations, and ~30-60 mile AM distant stations with barely audible AM quality sound. FM sounds pretty good, while the chainsaw or lawnmower are running. I think, either a better tuner or more antenna would be desirable. On the flip, most manufacturers would have provided much weaker reception. The quality is good, but can always be better.
5) During the Summer or within warm areas, the rubber padding does get wet and sweaty. I think the 3M headset with gel cushions are going to get just as wet. The only reason the gel cushions are not as hot & sweaty, due to the likely weaker seal around the eardrum, and also reflected in the ~1db less protection rating. Fact of life when wearing headgear during Summer heat, it's going to get hot & sweaty.
6) I keep bumping the darn tuning dial on the side, and might require a stiffer more durable large rotating dial?
7) The Bluetooth works, however I'm not a fan of Bluetooth devices. The sound quality has always been lacking and the ease of use is not easy after so many years of existence. I think 3M should continue with two separate devices, one headset for over the air reception of music, another for Bluetooth/cellular service.
2021.10.02 WOW! Original AA batteries last a very long time, using only the FM radio and not using Bluetooth, four months so far on the original Energizer AA batteries! Thank God I didn't purchase one having the pain in the arse proprietary lithium battery! I wish they doubled the length of the radio antenna, and included a tie down to your belt or arse.
These are so great! So very comfortable on the ears. Bluetooth is great and easy to set up.
This is my first review on them separately from the regular wired version...Which they are great as well. I've bought several pairs of these particular WorkTunes ... And the only thing I didn't really like was the headband, but the Earmuffs themselves are fantastic and you would be putting yourself out of you didn't give these a try or research them better.
As far as the foam inserts, I find them rough on the ears...Well...my ears. So I got some faux Fur ( Sherpa fleece is better) and put it in the ear cups and that makes them even more comfortable, plus reduces a little more noise along with some gels ear cushions.
Double Alpha Academy seem to do very well in this. You can find fleece beanies or ear warmers at walmart that has faux fur or Sherpa fleece in it and if you can sacrifice 5-6 dollars cut out a patch and pop out the ear cushion, lay it on the foam insert that covers the driver/ Speaker and pop the ear cushion back on, or change them to gels.
I find I can sleep all night in my Worktunes Connect...
Before the end of the year, 3M is supposed add a call answering feature and Hi fi speakers to this earmuff, and it will be all the WorkTunes in one. It's called the Worktunes connect + am/fm. The connects,90543 don't have what the bluetooth wireless 90542 has currently, in am fm radio so they are upgrading them. This should be exciting to 3M Peltor nut jobs like me...I'm waiting..impatiently...come on Amazon , put it up. waiting for black friday.
"That day never came, and there has been a delay at releasing the newer 90542 with Connect. " They should be out anytime now in 2019, hopefully.
1/6/21
Purchased another set... I Lost count, of how many of these I bought.
Love them....
6/19/22.
3M has done better... But the padded headband that Zohan and Prohear have is a copy of the 3M WorkTunes that old on the Regular , non Bluetooth version. They need to put it back on the connect versions even if an option like they do with the gels... which is a great improvement by 3M. Also to get rid of ear pain , and I've seen a lot of reviews on this...it's really easy to go to your auto parts store and get a Sheepskin seatbelt cover, find the softest one you think your like and cut it to fit in the ear cup ( pop it out, it's easy with a butter knife) and put the Sheepskin in. The ear pain won't be there and your ears will be pretty comfy, and no sound changes ...that I can tell anyway. Actually feels very nice. If you work outside in the heat, well they may get warm on you, so just depends...but you can always have them on standby. The gels allow more room for your ears and that added with sheet "fleece" makes a very comfortable headphone earmuff. I used Sherpa fleece but I find Sheepskin with it's healing properties is far better. A thin soft medical Sheepskin would likely be better for your inserts if any cuts or Knicks on your ears or soreness. Does great for me, but we are all picky about one thing or another.
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2017
These are so great! So very comfortable on the ears. Bluetooth is great and easy to set up.
This is my first review on them separately from the regular wired version...Which they are great as well. I've bought several pairs of these particular WorkTunes ... And the only thing I didn't really like was the headband, but the Earmuffs themselves are fantastic and you would be putting yourself out of you didn't give these a try or research them better.
As far as the foam inserts, I find them rough on the ears...Well...my ears. So I got some faux Fur ( Sherpa fleece is better) and put it in the ear cups and that makes them even more comfortable, plus reduces a little more noise along with some gels ear cushions.
Double Alpha Academy seem to do very well in this. You can find fleece beanies or ear warmers at walmart that has faux fur or Sherpa fleece in it and if you can sacrifice 5-6 dollars cut out a patch and pop out the ear cushion, lay it on the foam insert that covers the driver/ Speaker and pop the ear cushion back on, or change them to gels.
I find I can sleep all night in my Worktunes Connect...
Before the end of the year, 3M is supposed add a call answering feature and Hi fi speakers to this earmuff, and it will be all the WorkTunes in one. It's called the Worktunes connect + am/fm. The connects,90543 don't have what the bluetooth wireless 90542 has currently, in am fm radio so they are upgrading them. This should be exciting to 3M Peltor nut jobs like me...I'm waiting..impatiently...come on Amazon , put it up. waiting for black friday.
"That day never came, and there has been a delay at releasing the newer 90542 with Connect. " They should be out anytime now in 2019, hopefully.
1/6/21
Purchased another set... I Lost count, of how many of these I bought.
Love them....
6/19/22.
3M has done better... But the padded headband that Zohan and Prohear have is a copy of the 3M WorkTunes that old on the Regular , non Bluetooth version. They need to put it back on the connect versions even if an option like they do with the gels... which is a great improvement by 3M. Also to get rid of ear pain , and I've seen a lot of reviews on this...it's really easy to go to your auto parts store and get a Sheepskin seatbelt cover, find the softest one you think your like and cut it to fit in the ear cup ( pop it out, it's easy with a butter knife) and put the Sheepskin in. The ear pain won't be there and your ears will be pretty comfy, and no sound changes ...that I can tell anyway. Actually feels very nice. If you work outside in the heat, well they may get warm on you, so just depends...but you can always have them on standby. The gels allow more room for your ears and that added with sheet "fleece" makes a very comfortable headphone earmuff. I used Sherpa fleece but I find Sheepskin with it's healing properties is far better. A thin soft medical Sheepskin would likely be better for your inserts if any cuts or Knicks on your ears or soreness. Does great for me, but we are all picky about one thing or another.
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Pros
Good sound quality even better when listening to music with the Bluetooth function
Good noise blocking
Good reception ( but not the best I've tried)
Most comfortable pair I've ever tried
Bluetooth connectivity
Voice announcing the station/mode your on
Pretty durable (so far time will tell)
Cons
Can't answer calls from headset
About half the battery life (2-3 weeks approx 80hours) then other headsets
Sad they do not sell these in Australia, they would sell lot hotcakes if they did because so many people are stuck with the limited supply at Bunnings and they are no where near as good as these 3M WorkTunes!!
Since it is 3M, you know it can be trusted to deliver results and last a long time. I’ve used it near daily for a few months now, and have enough of a handle to properly assess this product. It’s for those of us who have the option (and mental awareness) to listen to podcasts, music or radio whist spending time at work, while also providing adequate decibel drops in the workplace. This ensures reliability as well as safety, and shows a good level of professionalism in the workplace
A common complaint is that it’s not loud enough, but I did find that this does depend on your audio source. My podcasts are clearly audible but not very loud, where the local radio station is about as loud as I’d want it, perhaps even a notch lower from the top would be ideal for my working situation. For streaming music, it’s about the perfect volume to manage not being completely distracted, still loud enough that you’d need to mute or turn the knob down to engage in a conversation. I still hear subtle things like dropped tools, people welding near me, that sort of thing. The bass is pretty good but not outstanding, though it seems the mids are where this headset does well.
It’s all easily adjusted with a combo power button/rotation knob, two round buttons and a knubby scroll wheel. Battery life is excellent and continues to blow me away! I’m able to run the unit for anywhere between 40 to 100 hours per pair of AAs, so I don’t feel like I lost out on the recharging pack but may end up buying it next time it’s on sale. Replacing battery’s is finicky the first couple times but there is a process, and it’s super easy once you see the forest from the trees.
My only real complaint is that it does sometimes drop the Bluetooth signal. Combined with the Amazon Music app crashing a lot (which in truth has been less often lately) it will sometimes simply stop playing audio on its own. On a bad day it’ll happen twice. But sometimes it doesn’t happen for 2-3 weeks. And it’s as easy as turning off & back on to sort the issue out. I also find myself adjusting the muffs on my ears (pressure points) every 40 minutes or so, depending on the job & things like how hot the work area is. For the size of the muffs, they are surprisingly comfortable.
If these last me throughout the next year, I would not hesitate to pick up a second pair. I’m genuinely thinking about getting a second pair just for yardwork & metalwork at home, if I’m being honest!