Anyone have experience with using de-esser for sibilance in home audio system?

FreeStand Acoustic Panel (Gobo) - 2" thick (gikacoustics.com)

@stuartk 

I attached the link to GIK for the panel that I use.  There are a few other options in the category so check them out.  I hope this helps you.

@stuartk  Ageing can be challenge, no doubt.  When my hearing became affected, I cried.  But I have somewhat overcome the challenge by relaxing, enjoying the music, and seemingly forgetting about the hearing issue(s).  Mind over matter, I guess you could say.  We have to accept that we age and are lucky to do so.  The other option is not as good.  However, I did find that using a very good acoustic panel for absorption, on the wall and directly to my left ear, eased the sibilance by a good amount.  As an example/test, I also discovered that while in my car, and with the window to my left, the sibilance is rather prevalent.  But when I move my head back, now with the B-pillar next to my left ear, the sibilance is greatly diminished.  Thus, I added the acoustic panel in my house and found a nice improvement.  I hope this information is of value to you.  Best to you, and I hope that you can continue to enjoy the music.

@stuartk 

Acoustic panels can be had as a portable unit, with stands.  That's what I use for when listening to music.  Otherwise, the panel goes back into my office room.  I have other acoustic panels affixed to the wall for first reflections and bass traps.  But I needed this extra panel to help with my hearing needs. GIK makes a nice portable model and is relatively inexpensive.  I have a 2' X 5' panel and it has really helped.  Worthwhile to try it and for not much cost.  Hope this helps.