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MY RECOMMENDATIONS

Not sure what style of hearing aid you want?
Perhaps the details below can help ...

(This page last updated: 14th Feb 2010)
Click HERE for lots of useful information about hearing aids

For almost all types of hearing loss .... 
Until very recently I would usually recommend a different model or style of hearing aid for the various different levels of hearing loss.

The situation in the hearing aid industry has now changed greatly with the arrival of the high tech LITE (Loudspeaker In The Ear) hearing aid models.

These tiny Behind-The-Ear hearing aids actually have their tiny loudspeaker sitting in the ear canal rather than being inside the hearing aid body.

This technique allows  these LITE models to be used with almost any level of hearing loss, from Mild to Severe.

Their small size and low profile allows them to be almost invisible when fitted.

The interchangeable fittings used with these LITE models also allows you to be fitted with working hearing aids on the day of your hearing test!

Phonak Audeo YES IX

The Phonak Audeo YES IX  is a superb LITE (Loudspeaker In The Ear) 
model fitted with electronically steerable directional microphones to optimise performance in noise.

The advanced computer programs in the hearing aid recognise if the sound environment you are in is quiet or noisy, and adjust the hearing aid settings to match.

This excellent LITE technology fitted to a tiny Behind-The-Ear package allows a wide range of hearing losses to be dealt with, from Mild to Severe.

The Phonak Audeo YES IX is ideal for those with busy lifestyles which need the full benefit of an ultra advanced hearing aid.

The Audeo YES IX includes a unique frequency compression feature called SoundRecover. This  allows high frequency sounds outside your hearing range to be 'down shifted' into a frequency range that you CAN hear. This feature is especially useful for those with severe high frequency losses - often called 'ski slope' losses.

The Audeo YES IX also includes an integrated hearing test system, which can allow very accurate fittings to be made.


The Audeo YES IX is very discreet and has sophisticated styling.
It is available in many colours including beige, greys, silvers and golds.

The Audeo YES IX can be remote controlled via the MyPilot ultra advanced handheld colour LCD remote control.

The Audeo YES IX can also talk to your mobile phone, TV and other devices via a Bluetooth adaptor called the iCom.

Having fitted many of the Phonak YES Audeo IX I have come to the conclusion that it is one of the very best hearing aid products on the market. It is PACKED full of the very latest features, and comes in a VERY small package.

(If you want a more straightforward, but still top-end, aid in a TINY package please take a look at the GN Resound dot2 30 below!)


PREMIUM TECHNOLOGY FOR
CHALLENGING LIFESTYLES


Audeo YES

Phonak Audeo YES IX


ONE OF THE MOST ADVANCED HEARING AID MODELS ON THE MARKET!

Just £1440 each - or £2880 for a pair!


NOW ON SPECIAL OFFER AT
JUST £1999 A PAIR!

For full information click HERE.


Add-ons:
MyPilot remote control: £212 
iCom Bluetooth interface: £172
GN Resound dot2 30

The GN Resound dot2 30 is a superb LITE (Loudspeaker In The Ear) 
model fitted with adaptive directional microphones to optimise performance in noise.

This excellent LITE technology fitted to a tiny Behind-The-Ear package allows a wide range of hearing losses to be dealt with, from Mild to Severe.

The dot2 30 is ideal for those with busy lifestyles but who do not want or need the remote control or Bluetooth features of the Phonak Audeo YES IX.

The dot2 30 includes an advanced 'classifier' feature which optimises its performance in a variety of acoustic setting.

The dot2 30 includes a tiny push button which can be used to change the hearing aid programs.

The dot2 30 has sophisticated styling, and is probably one of the smallest LITE models on the market. The GN Resound dot2 30 is absolutely tiny!

(If you want a top-end model, still in a small package, but which has a remote control and Bluetooth support, please take a look at the Phonak Audeo YES IX above!)

PREMIUM TECHNOLOGY FOR
CHALLENGING LIFESTYLES
 

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GN Resound dot2 30

ONE OF THE MOST ADVANCED - AND SMALLEST - HEARING AID MODELS ON THE MARKET!

Just £1370 each - or £2740 for a pair!

Add-ons:
None needed



If the latest low-profile hi-tech Loudspeaker In The Ear models aren't for you,
then one of the following models could be what you are looking for ...

Mild and/or high frequency hearing loss
For the very common problem of hearing loss in the higher frequencies I often recommend one of the latest tiny, almost invisible, thin-tube Behind-The-Ear "Open Fitting" models.

This style of hearing technology can eliminate the dreaded "head in a bucket" occlusion effect you can get with In-The-Ear hearing devices.

I can often supply & fit these thin-tube "Open Fitting" models
on the day of your hearing test!

These thin-tube models have their loudspeaker in the body of the hearing aid, and the sound is carried into the ear via a thin almost invisible tube.

These thin-tube models work especially well in case of High Frequency Loss.

Unitron Latitude 16 Moda II open fit

The Unitron Latitude 16  Moda II  is a superb open fit
thin-tube model fitted with an electronically steerable directional microphone to optimise performance in noise.

The advanced computer programs in the hearing aid recognise if the sound environment you are in is quiet or noisy, and adjust the hearing aid settings to match.

This excellent open fit technology fitted to a tiny Behind-The-Ear package is especially suited to Mild and/or High Frequency losses.

The Moda II is ideal for those with busy lifestyles which need the full benefit of an advanced hearing aid.

The Moda II also includes an integrated hearing test system, which can allow very accurate fittings to be made.

The Unitron Latitude 16 Moda II has sophisticated styling and can be operated through its advanced handheld remote control.
TOP TECHNOLOGY
FOR HIGH FREQUENCY LOSSES


Moxi 4

Unitron Latitude 16 Moda II

Just £1020 each - or £2040 for a pair!

Add-ons:
SmartPilot remote control: FREE with aids

Moderate hearing loss
For an established moderate level hearing loss I usually recommend a high tech, directional microphone, Behind-The-Ear LITE (Loudspeaker In The Ear) model such as the Phonak Audeo YES IX shown at the top of this page.

I can also fit In-The-Ear models, as shown below, if the tiny Behind-The-Ear models aren't suitable for you.


Phonak Versata ITC/HS VZ

If the latest tiny Behind-The-Ear models aren't suitable for you, then this In-The-Ear model is an excellent alternative.

This premium in-the-ear model can be built into a compact  low-profile format, whilst offering all the performance advantages of directional microphones and  modern digital processing.


This model can be provided with a remote control.

PREMIUM TECHNOLOGY FOR
CHALLENGING LIFESTYLES


Phonak Versata ITC/HS VZ

Just £1090 each - or £2180 for a pair!

Add-ons:
KeyPilot remote control: FREE with aids


Severe hearing loss
For severe hearing losses a BTE (Behind The Ear) model is usually recommended. For an established moderate/severe level hearing loss I usually recommend a high tech, directional microphone, high tech Behind-The-Ear model such as the Unitron Moxi shown at the top of this page.

 For more severe losses the high power BTE(s) shown below can often help.

Severe hearing losses can be tricky to handle, so it is important to select a hearing aid which allows an appropriate level of tuning flexibility.

IMPORTANT NOTE
I cannot recommend that you visit me for a powerful digital hearing aid  unless you live reasonably close ... you will probably need several fine-tuning visits before the hearing aid is set up the way you like.

Phonak Versata BTE Power model

 The Phonak Versata Power BTE model is a very welcome addition to the hearing aid world.

It provides high power together with sophisticated digital processing & directional microphones.

The Versata Power offers top digital processing performance in a unique high output power format.

 It has 16 frequency bands which I find very useful when fitting power models to those with severe hearing problems.

This model can be provided with a remote control.


PREMIUM HIGH POWER TECHNOLOGY
FOR
CHALLENGING LIFESTYLES


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A pair of Phonak Versata Power
Behind-The-Ear
models

Just £1080 each - or £2160 for a pair!


Add-ons:
KeyPilot remote control: FREE with aids


Do you have one totally dead ear?

Do you have a dead ear which leaves your hearing extremely unbalanced?

If so, the latest wireless technology from Unitron may be able to help - click HERE for details! 


IMPORTANT NOTE
I cannot recommend that you visit me for a CROS style unless you live reasonably close ... you will probably need several fine-tuning visits before the hearing aid is set up the way you like.
RADIO TECHNOLOGY TO
ASSIST SINGLE-SIDE DEAFNESS


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Unitron Wireless CROS system

Just £1950 for a complete system!

Note: These are "typical" recommendations - your hearing test results will determine your specific product recommendation.

The term "LITE" is a service mark of Blackminster Hearing Centre.

Note: These prices are subject to change at any time.  All prices in pounds sterling.


 

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