The Who’s Future Uncertain as Townshend’s Tinnitus Returns

[kiramdear]

... he said his problem is the result of working long hours in recording studios with headphones, not live performances (although I'm sure live shows contributed).

George Martin said the same thing of himself. Such a pity.

[rikk]

My tinnitus seems worse when things around me are quiet, so that is why music has been both a comfort and such an essential thing in my life.

I hear you! (Pun intended.) A quiet room will drive me batty. I have to sleep with the radio on or all I hear is ringing.