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A decibel (dB) is a unit of measurement used to measure the volume of sound. Higher decibel levels have higher risks of doing damage to your ears, but there is no specific volume that will cause damage. Generally, trouble starts occurring around the 100dB mark. Lower decibel ratings won't cause damage initially, but over a period of a few hours your ears can start to suffer. Higher decibel levels (110dB - 120dB) can cause damage after only a few minutes, and anything over 120dB will cause permanent damage almost immediately! Considering that most concerts clock in around 120dB, this is a cause of concern for many musicians. If you've been playing for years with no ear protection, you may consider a hearing test to assess the damage.