So much negativity here about something so simple. Don’t play it too loud. If you have trouble focusing on your shot, that’s a “you” problem. Maybe do some breathing exercises. One fairway over is too loud, but if I step out of my cart and walk a few feet away for a shot, I’d like to still hear what I’m playing.
if you want to hear nature so badly, bring your own earbuds and put a nature soundtrack on. The fact that so many other sports have no problems with sound while executing more difficult tasks makes golfers sound like a bunch of gate-keeping whiners.
if you want silence, join a monastery. Golf is supposed to be fun, and if your idea of fun is accompanied by music, then go for it. If yours isn’t, adapt or buy some earplugs. Bring a friend to play who also shares your silent tastes.
In no way, shape, or form should I be forbidden from playing music on a public golf course because it bothers you. Especially if you’re 1 of 4 who don’t like it. Heck, almost every course I play gives singles their own cart, even on the busiest days.
Much ado about nothing.
