an ear attenuator headset that allows a user to adjust the amount of attenuation in a variable , continuous fashion from zero attenuation to maximum attenuation without removing the device from a user &# 39 ; s head . the ear attenuator headset includes a passageway , the passageway allowing for sound to pass through the headset and a control element , the control element able to control the amount of sound that passes through the passageway of the ear attenuator headset . the ear attenuator can be used in headsets , headphones , and earbuds where electronic sounds are transmitted and added variable attenuation is also available for the consumer to take advantage of for reduction of the external environmental sounds .