Product Technology

Hearing aid technology is often described in a hierarchy or pyramid based on available features and cost. To hear a detailed description of each of the levels in the pyramid, please click on the button below.

Digital Hearing Aid Technology:
This computer-based technology produces a cleaner, clearer, and more natural sound quality by processing sound through a programmable microchip.  The level of sound reaching the microchip is quantified and the aid automatically adjusts the sound to make it audible and comfortable to the wearer.  The programming is based on a prescription that is created based on your hearing loss.  Fine tuning adjustments are made based on subjective and objective measures.

Available Features (sophistication and availability will vary by level and style)
-    Adaptive directionality or dual microphones
-    Noise reduction
-    Feedback management
-    Multiple channels or bands
-    Multiple memories or programs
-    Automatic telephone function
-    Volume control

To take a closer look at these features please click on the button below.  It will provide a detailed description of the feature along with video demonstration of the technology in action.

Conventional Hearing Aid Technology:
This is the original hearing aid technology which uses pre-set processing circuits that are selected during the manufacturing stage.  These aids do not have the ability to quantify and process sound based on the level that passes through the microphone.  These aids often require a volume control so that the wearer can adjust the aid based on the environment.  Minimal adjustments are available to fine tune the sound of these  instruments.  This type of aid is good for those individuals who need basic amplification to hear speech and environmental sounds; not those who are active in multiple environments.

Available features:
-    Multiple memories or programs
-    Automatic telephone function
-    Volume control