---
product_id: 20838099
title: "3M Worktunes Connect + AM/FM"
brand: "3m"
price: "£113.50"
currency: GBP
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reviews_count: 7
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/20838099-3m-worktunes-connect-am-fm
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# Bluetooth wireless streaming AM/FM radio with bass boost NRR 24 dB noise reduction 3M Worktunes Connect + AM/FM

**Brand:** 3m
**Price:** £113.50
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Protect your ears, power your day — WorkTunes keeps you connected and covered.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 3M Worktunes Connect + AM/FM by 3m
- **How much does it cost?** £113.50 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- 3m enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted 3m brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smart Audio Assist Tech:** Effortlessly program up to 50 radio stations and get real-time battery alerts without interrupting your workflow.
- • **Hands-Free Communication:** Integrated mic lets you take calls without removing your ear protection—stay productive and safe.
- • **Seamless Bluetooth Streaming:** Wirelessly connect and vibe with your favorite playlists or calls without missing a beat.
- • **All-Day Comfort & Battery Life:** Designed for extended wear with a battery that outlasts your longest work sessions.
- • **Industry-Leading Hearing Protection:** Block out up to 24 dB of harmful noise while staying connected to your environment.

## Overview

3M WorkTunes Connect combines professional-grade hearing protection with Bluetooth wireless technology, delivering 24 dB noise reduction alongside clear AM/FM radio and hands-free calling. Featuring Audio Assist for easy setup and battery alerts, these earmuffs are engineered for long-lasting comfort and uninterrupted productivity during loud outdoor work.

## Description

Rechargeable Li Ion battery pack with charge voltage capacity of 5.0V. Package includes USB cable and battery pack. Compatible with the 3M Worktunes Wireless Hearing Protector with Bluetooth Technology (Model #: 90542), and the Peltor Sport Tactical 300 and Tactical 500 Hearing protectors (Model #: TAC300, TAC500).

Review: Listen to tunes while Chainsawing! - 3M WorkTunes Connect + AM/FM Updated, see notes below. AA batteries last four months and still going using FM radio! Excellent hearing protection with radio! I hate proprietary lithium battery packs along with the unique charging adapters. AA batteries are cheap, and last adequate amount of time and more so then expected. Better than listening to the lawnmower! However, I still prefer to listen to the whine of my chainsaw versus Mozart! PROS 1) Sound quality appears adequate, especially while using a chainsaw or lawnmower. (See CONS notes.) 2) Battery life so far seems adequate. Used 2-3 times at lengthy intervals, still going, however mostly using FM/AM reception, without bluetooth. 3) AM/FM tuner and reception strength appears adequate. (See CONS notes.) 4) Weight seems acceptable, no apparent neck problems yet. Albeit, they'll likely hear from my lawyer first if the weight breaks my neck while listening to heavy metal music. 5) I've heard of complaints here about the volume dial not allowing louder volumes. I think these complaints are pretty much false, unless my unit has been modified after the complaints, or there's something going on with the reception and sound pressure level amplification. Seems adequate to me. Any louder with the music and I might as well listen to the lawnmower or chainsaw further ruin my hearing! Cons 1) Audio quality. Although adequate, could likely be much better! For somebody or a company that cares about our hearing, should also care just as much about the sound quality of the noise we want to listen to! (While using a chainsaw, I tend to also turn my garage 1000 watt stereo/radio on alongside using the headset with chainsaw... great to sing along while using a chainsaw or splitting wood!) 2) Slight learning curve for operating, requires at least 15-30 minutes, reading the manual's diagram and operating the buttons, in order to learn the work flow of the button operations. 3) Initially, the voice prompts were clipped short and inaudible. After reading the manual, or learning the manual's diagram, I now understand the voice prompts. (Likely clipped short due to memory constraints and weight requirements.) 4) I strongly prefer radio FM or AM reception, rather than listening to prerecorded music, unless the media is an audio book or audio lecture. Go figure, think it's due to randomness of songs and the large database of varying songs over FM radio or AM variety. However, I'm in a rural area, requiring better tuners to pickup the more distant strong AM/FM broadcast stations. I would judge the tuner on this headset adequate, only able receive your strongest local ~15 mile FM stations, and ~30-60 mile AM distant stations with barely audible AM quality sound. FM sounds pretty good, while the chainsaw or lawnmower are running. I think, either a better tuner or more antenna would be desirable. On the flip, most manufacturers would have provided much weaker reception. The quality is good, but can always be better. 5) During the Summer or within warm areas, the rubber padding does get wet and sweaty. I think the 3M headset with gel cushions are going to get just as wet. The only reason the gel cushions are not as hot & sweaty, due to the likely weaker seal around the eardrum, and also reflected in the ~1db less protection rating. Fact of life when wearing headgear during Summer heat, it's going to get hot & sweaty. 6) I keep bumping the darn tuning dial on the side, and might require a stiffer more durable large rotating dial? 7) The Bluetooth works, however I'm not a fan of Bluetooth devices. The sound quality has always been lacking and the ease of use is not easy after so many years of existence. I think 3M should continue with two separate devices, one headset for over the air reception of music, another for Bluetooth/cellular service. 2021.10.02 WOW! Original AA batteries last a very long time, using only the FM radio and not using Bluetooth, four months so far on the original Energizer AA batteries! Thank God I didn't purchase one having the pain in the arse proprietary lithium battery! I wish they doubled the length of the radio antenna, and included a tie down to your belt or arse.
Review: These are so great! So very comfortable on the ears - Edited 2/28/19 These are so great! So very comfortable on the ears. Bluetooth is great and easy to set up. This is my first review on them separately from the regular wired version...Which they are great as well. I've bought several pairs of these particular WorkTunes ... And the only thing I didn't really like was the headband, but the Earmuffs themselves are fantastic and you would be putting yourself out of you didn't give these a try or research them better. As far as the foam inserts, I find them rough on the ears...Well...my ears. So I got some faux Fur ( Sherpa fleece is better) and put it in the ear cups and that makes them even more comfortable, plus reduces a little more noise along with some gels ear cushions. Double Alpha Academy seem to do very well in this. You can find fleece beanies or ear warmers at walmart that has faux fur or Sherpa fleece in it and if you can sacrifice 5-6 dollars cut out a patch and pop out the ear cushion, lay it on the foam insert that covers the driver/ Speaker and pop the ear cushion back on, or change them to gels. I find I can sleep all night in my Worktunes Connect... Before the end of the year, 3M is supposed add a call answering feature and Hi fi speakers to this earmuff, and it will be all the WorkTunes in one. It's called the Worktunes connect + am/fm. The connects,90543 don't have what the bluetooth wireless 90542 has currently, in am fm radio so they are upgrading them. This should be exciting to 3M Peltor nut jobs like me...I'm waiting..impatiently...come on desertcart , put it up. waiting for black friday. "That day never came, and there has been a delay at releasing the newer 90542 with Connect. " They should be out anytime now in 2019, hopefully. 1/6/21 Purchased another set... I Lost count, of how many of these I bought. Love them.... 6/19/22. 3M has done better... But the padded headband that Zohan and Prohear have is a copy of the 3M WorkTunes that old on the Regular , non Bluetooth version. They need to put it back on the connect versions even if an option like they do with the gels... which is a great improvement by 3M. Also to get rid of ear pain , and I've seen a lot of reviews on this...it's really easy to go to your auto parts store and get a Sheepskin seatbelt cover, find the softest one you think your like and cut it to fit in the ear cup ( pop it out, it's easy with a butter knife) and put the Sheepskin in. The ear pain won't be there and your ears will be pretty comfy, and no sound changes ...that I can tell anyway. Actually feels very nice. If you work outside in the heat, well they may get warm on you, so just depends...but you can always have them on standby. The gels allow more room for your ears and that added with sheet "fleece" makes a very comfortable headphone earmuff. I used Sherpa fleece but I find Sheepskin with it's healing properties is far better. A thin soft medical Sheepskin would likely be better for your inserts if any cuts or Knicks on your ears or soreness. Does great for me, but we are all picky about one thing or another.

## Features

- Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) 24 dB*
- BLUETOOTH WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY lets you seamlessly stream entertainment from your mobile phone and any other Bluetooth enabled device
- INTEGRATED MICROPHONE lets you make and take phone calls without removing the ear protection
- EXCELLENT AM/FM RADIO performance with clear sound and bass boost option for great listening
- AUDIO ASSIST TECHNOLOGY provides operational and set-up guidance­–without having to take off the headset
- AUDIO ASSIST TECHNOLOGY helps you program up to 50 AM/FM radio stations and lets you know when your battery is running low

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0146A4SWA |
| ASIN  | B0F899V25V |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Apparel Closure Type | Not_Applicable |
| Batteries  | 2 Nonstandard Battery batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #57,730 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #98 in Safety Earmuffs |
| Brand Name | 3M |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (12,429) |
| Date First Available  | May 11, 2025 |
| Fit Type | Universal Fit |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00076308726539 |
| Included Components | Work Tuner Wireless Hearing Protector with Bluetooth |
| Item Dimensions | 4.06 x 7.13 x 8.56 inches |
| Item Type Name | Worktunes Connect AM/FM |
| Item Weight | 0.85 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | 3M |
| Manufacturer  | 3M |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 90542-3DC |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |
| Material Type | Synthetic |
| Noise Attenuation | 24 dB |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Pattern | Protector |
| Product Style | Worktunes Connect Am/Fm + Bluetooth |
| Size | One Size |
| Style Number | 90542-3DC |
| UPC | 076308726539 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long is the battery life when Using Bluetooth?**
A: The battery life is very good on these headphones.  I bought a huge packet of HEAVY DUTY no-name batteries (not alkaline)  from a hardware store.  It takes 2 batteries and I probably mow the pasture 3 or 4 times before I have to replace them and it takes me 6 hours to mow, so doing the math, you will get about 24 hours of music off a couple of cheap batteries before you'll need to replace.  I would assume you will get much more if you use alkaline.  An outstanding feature is that long before the batteries go dead, a woman's voice comes over the radio and says LOW BATTERY, so you get a heads up to change them out before they die.   Another feature is that after many hours of use, the unit will check to see if you are still listening and will prompt you to hit the volume button in a few seconds or it will shut off on it's own to save the battery.

**Q: How long does the battery last on a full charge?**
A: I can usually go about a week and a half on a full charge.  I'm really good about waiting until the battery is really low and then doing a full charge before unplugging it.  I listen about 7 hours out of a 9 hour day.  It takes a long time to charge.

**Q: Is the rechargeable battery replaceable**
A: 3M ALPHA1100 Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Pack is replaceable.

**Q: Does this have am/fm as well as bluetooth?**
A: Thank you for asking. the 3M WorkTunes Connect Hearing Protector with Bluetooth Technology, does not have am/fm capability. If you are looking for both Bluetooth and am/fm radio capability, you will want the 
3M Worktunes Wireless Hearing Protection with Bluetooth Technology and AM/FM Radio, model number 90542-3DC.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Listen to tunes while Chainsawing!
*by R***R on June 15, 2021*

3M WorkTunes Connect + AM/FM Updated, see notes below. AA batteries last four months and still going using FM radio! Excellent hearing protection with radio! I hate proprietary lithium battery packs along with the unique charging adapters. AA batteries are cheap, and last adequate amount of time and more so then expected. Better than listening to the lawnmower! However, I still prefer to listen to the whine of my chainsaw versus Mozart! PROS 1) Sound quality appears adequate, especially while using a chainsaw or lawnmower. (See CONS notes.) 2) Battery life so far seems adequate. Used 2-3 times at lengthy intervals, still going, however mostly using FM/AM reception, without bluetooth. 3) AM/FM tuner and reception strength appears adequate. (See CONS notes.) 4) Weight seems acceptable, no apparent neck problems yet. Albeit, they'll likely hear from my lawyer first if the weight breaks my neck while listening to heavy metal music. 5) I've heard of complaints here about the volume dial not allowing louder volumes. I think these complaints are pretty much false, unless my unit has been modified after the complaints, or there's something going on with the reception and sound pressure level amplification. Seems adequate to me. Any louder with the music and I might as well listen to the lawnmower or chainsaw further ruin my hearing! Cons 1) Audio quality. Although adequate, could likely be much better! For somebody or a company that cares about our hearing, should also care just as much about the sound quality of the noise we want to listen to! (While using a chainsaw, I tend to also turn my garage 1000 watt stereo/radio on alongside using the headset with chainsaw... great to sing along while using a chainsaw or splitting wood!) 2) Slight learning curve for operating, requires at least 15-30 minutes, reading the manual's diagram and operating the buttons, in order to learn the work flow of the button operations. 3) Initially, the voice prompts were clipped short and inaudible. After reading the manual, or learning the manual's diagram, I now understand the voice prompts. (Likely clipped short due to memory constraints and weight requirements.) 4) I strongly prefer radio FM or AM reception, rather than listening to prerecorded music, unless the media is an audio book or audio lecture. Go figure, think it's due to randomness of songs and the large database of varying songs over FM radio or AM variety. However, I'm in a rural area, requiring better tuners to pickup the more distant strong AM/FM broadcast stations. I would judge the tuner on this headset adequate, only able receive your strongest local ~15 mile FM stations, and ~30-60 mile AM distant stations with barely audible AM quality sound. FM sounds pretty good, while the chainsaw or lawnmower are running. I think, either a better tuner or more antenna would be desirable. On the flip, most manufacturers would have provided much weaker reception. The quality is good, but can always be better. 5) During the Summer or within warm areas, the rubber padding does get wet and sweaty. I think the 3M headset with gel cushions are going to get just as wet. The only reason the gel cushions are not as hot & sweaty, due to the likely weaker seal around the eardrum, and also reflected in the ~1db less protection rating. Fact of life when wearing headgear during Summer heat, it's going to get hot & sweaty. 6) I keep bumping the darn tuning dial on the side, and might require a stiffer more durable large rotating dial? 7) The Bluetooth works, however I'm not a fan of Bluetooth devices. The sound quality has always been lacking and the ease of use is not easy after so many years of existence. I think 3M should continue with two separate devices, one headset for over the air reception of music, another for Bluetooth/cellular service. 2021.10.02 WOW! Original AA batteries last a very long time, using only the FM radio and not using Bluetooth, four months so far on the original Energizer AA batteries! Thank God I didn't purchase one having the pain in the arse proprietary lithium battery! I wish they doubled the length of the radio antenna, and included a tie down to your belt or arse.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These are so great! So very comfortable on the ears
*by B***H on April 9, 2017*

Edited 2/28/19 These are so great! So very comfortable on the ears. Bluetooth is great and easy to set up. This is my first review on them separately from the regular wired version...Which they are great as well. I've bought several pairs of these particular WorkTunes ... And the only thing I didn't really like was the headband, but the Earmuffs themselves are fantastic and you would be putting yourself out of you didn't give these a try or research them better. As far as the foam inserts, I find them rough on the ears...Well...my ears. So I got some faux Fur ( Sherpa fleece is better) and put it in the ear cups and that makes them even more comfortable, plus reduces a little more noise along with some gels ear cushions. Double Alpha Academy seem to do very well in this. You can find fleece beanies or ear warmers at walmart that has faux fur or Sherpa fleece in it and if you can sacrifice 5-6 dollars cut out a patch and pop out the ear cushion, lay it on the foam insert that covers the driver/ Speaker and pop the ear cushion back on, or change them to gels. I find I can sleep all night in my Worktunes Connect... Before the end of the year, 3M is supposed add a call answering feature and Hi fi speakers to this earmuff, and it will be all the WorkTunes in one. It's called the Worktunes connect + am/fm. The connects,90543 don't have what the bluetooth wireless 90542 has currently, in am fm radio so they are upgrading them. This should be exciting to 3M Peltor nut jobs like me...I'm waiting..impatiently...come on Amazon , put it up. waiting for black friday. "That day never came, and there has been a delay at releasing the newer 90542 with Connect. " They should be out anytime now in 2019, hopefully. 1/6/21 Purchased another set... I Lost count, of how many of these I bought. Love them.... 6/19/22. 3M has done better... But the padded headband that Zohan and Prohear have is a copy of the 3M WorkTunes that old on the Regular , non Bluetooth version. They need to put it back on the connect versions even if an option like they do with the gels... which is a great improvement by 3M. Also to get rid of ear pain , and I've seen a lot of reviews on this...it's really easy to go to your auto parts store and get a Sheepskin seatbelt cover, find the softest one you think your like and cut it to fit in the ear cup ( pop it out, it's easy with a butter knife) and put the Sheepskin in. The ear pain won't be there and your ears will be pretty comfy, and no sound changes ...that I can tell anyway. Actually feels very nice. If you work outside in the heat, well they may get warm on you, so just depends...but you can always have them on standby. The gels allow more room for your ears and that added with sheet "fleece" makes a very comfortable headphone earmuff. I used Sherpa fleece but I find Sheepskin with it's healing properties is far better. A thin soft medical Sheepskin would likely be better for your inserts if any cuts or Knicks on your ears or soreness. Does great for me, but we are all picky about one thing or another.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***. on December 30, 2021*

I've been using a 3M hearing protection unit of a similar design for a few years, but this unit's addition of bluetooth + built-in radio brings a whole new capability to hearing protection --- you can actually enjoy the process! It's well-built, quite comfy, and it works well.

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