During solitary play, trumpeters generate noise levels that temporarily decrease DPOAE amplitudes and that by themselves have the potential to result in permanent noise-induced hearing loss. Trumpeters who practice/perform over a period of years should be concerned about the implications of their craft on their hearing and should be offered personalized hearing conservation programs. The use of earplugs offers a practical and cost-effective means of hearing protection and, for this group of trumpeters, did not lead to an increase in playing level.