acoustic shock

noun

1. a condition characterized by dizziness and partial hearing loss suffered by some people exposed to sudden loud noises over telephone or radio headsets; associated esp with workers in call centres

Example Sentences

One such disorder is the “acoustic shock” that affects telephone operators who hear sudden loud noises in their headsets.

From The Guardian

The case is the first time a court has ruled that acoustic shock is worthy of compensation, according to the BBC, and is likely to have far-reaching effects in the music business.

From The Verge

Christopher Goldscheider says he suffered “acoustic shock” from sitting in front of an 18-strong brass section during rehearsals for Richard Wagner’s “Ring Cycle” at London’s Royal Opera House in 2012.

From Washington Times

Chris Goldscheider claimed damages for acoustic shock, a condition with symptoms including tinnitus, hyperacusis and dizziness.

From BBC

The Royal Opera House argued that acoustic shock does not exist, and that if it did, Mr Goldscheider did not have it.

From BBC