The Napier Pro 9 N1097 Noise Cancelling Ear Defenders are ultra-lightweight, passive hearing protection devices engineered specifically for field shooting and shotgun disciplines. Operating entirely without batteries, wiring, or electronic components, the Pro 9 utilises a patented acoustic sound chamber to direct damaging sound waves away from the ear canal. This mechanical design dampens and refracts high-decibel impulse noise while allowing low-level ambient sounds, such as range commands and normal conversation, to pass through clearly. Featuring a zero-profile design below the ear, the Pro 9 eliminates gunstock interference during cheek weld and folds down to fit directly into a shirt pocket.

Key Features

• Patented Acoustic Chamber: Mechanically refracts high-decibel muzzle blast away from the ear while preserving ambient speech and situational awareness without electronic amplification.
• Zero Stock Interference: Minimalist profile ensures the ear cuffs do not make contact with shotgun or rifle stocks during mounting and aiming.
• Passive Reliability: Fully functional in wet field conditions without the need for power cells, charging cords, or circuit maintenance.
• Ergonomic Outer-Ear Fit: Soft-moulded, replaceable closed-cell ear cuffs seal against the outer ear opening rather than inserting deeply into the ear canal.
• Ultra-Compact Storage: Folding headband design collapses for shirt-pocket transport.

Specifications

• Product Model: Napier Pro 9 (MPN: N1097 / NAP9)
• Noise Reduction: Over 32 dB attenuation across all frequencies
• Weight: 40 g (approx. 1.41 oz)
• Operating Mechanism: 100% passive acoustic sound chamber (no batteries or electronics required)
• Design Form Factor: Folding over-the-head band with replaceable closed-cell ear cuffs
• Weather Resistance: Weatherproof and impervious to rain

Who is the Napier Pro 9 Ear Defenders for?

• Clay pigeon and game shooters — requires a zero-profile passive shooting ear defender that eliminates gunstock interference while delivering over 32 dB of noise reduction against high-decibel gunfire impulses.
• Range instructors and shooting students — relies on the patented mechanical acoustic chambers to hear unamplified verbal coaching clearly while maintaining 32 dB impulse blast attenuation without electronic batteries.
• Beaters and wildfowlers — benefits from an ultra-lightweight 40 g weatherproof form factor designed for all-day continuous field wear in wet outdoor environments.

Less suitable for: Heavy indoor firing ranges or prolonged firing of high-calibre full-bore rifles, where high-mass passive over-ear earmuffs or higher-attenuation hearing protection are recommended instead.