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Humans can hear frequencies up to 20 kHz. Why don't hearing aids provide sound at frequencies above 10 kHz.
Speech doesn't go up to 10k.
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When I buy premium-priced hearing aids, am I getting better hardware or is it only the software features I'm paying for?
It is my understanding that if you compare technology levels within the same product line for a single
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When will direct audio streaming from Android be available for the LiNX Quattro hearing aids?
It will only be for the Quattro products from my limited understanding.
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I have profound hearing loss both ears. I wear Beltone Boost Plus 1795. Is there a better brand for one-on-one conversation? Any other suggestions for better speech understanding?
There are not a lot of differences between hearing aids when it comes to understanding speech better
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Is Phonak Audeo V a significant upgrade to Audeo Q ?
In addition to quicker processing and bandwidth which leads to brighter sound quality and understanding
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Why is it difficult to understand words with hearing aids?
louder, but will not 'fix' the distrotion.Depending on your individual hearing acuity and difficulties understanding
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I always pass free hearing screenings, but really think I have a hearing loss. Is this possible?
you start with a comprehensive hearing test, testing the organ of hearing at 250-20,000 Hz, including speech
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Why don't audiologists give me a speech test in the soundroom to compare how I do with and without hearing aids and even between different sets of hearing aids.
Speech testing in a soundproof room does not give enough information as to how we hear.
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What are the symptoms of hearing loss?
Some of the most common signs of hearing loss are difficulty understanding people when they aren't facing
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When I buy premium-priced hearing aids, am I getting better hardware or is it only the software features I'm paying for?
From my understanding, you are generally paying for a more advanced chip with more sound processing power
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I have a 60% hearing loss in my left ear and no hearing in my right ear. What kind of hearing aid can help me? I also need one that will connect to my smartphone.
Gosu if your speech discrimination is poor in the left ear.
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What's the difference between an audiologist and a hearing instrument specialist?
healthcare including:Comprehensive audiological evaluations including tests of hearing sensitivity, speech
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Why is it difficult to understand words with hearing aids?
Most people do not realize that hearing and understanding are two different things!
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What are real ear measurements? Is it worth spending an extra $1000 for?
Real ear measurements or speech mapping is the most important procedure in the fitting of hearing devices
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What's the difference between Livio AI and Livio Edge AI from Starkey?
It provides me the clearest and best understanding of all the products I have experienced.
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Which in-the-ear hearing aids are best for moderate-to-profound hearing loss? I'm a 45 year-old long-time HA user who must hear well in board meetings and on the phone. Price is not an issue.
Phonak Virto V has a new Speech in 360 program that seems like the you would take advantage of due to
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Do hearing aids really block out background noise?
Also, if you have a Speech-In-Noise score, which tests your ability to understand speech in noise, that
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What is a remote microphone? Do they actually help in noise?
Yes, it gives directionality and you can better target speech signals.
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Where can I find affordable hearing aids? I am on a budget of only $1500 for 2, and would like to see a professional.
hearing aid quality (and therefore price) is how much the hearing aids will automatically assist you in understanding
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Where can I find affordable hearing aids? I am on a budget of only $1500 for 2, and would like to see a professional.
Should your particular loss require a higher level of technology to help with speech and understanding
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I am considering upgrading from the Resound Verso to the Resound LiNX2 962. How much improvement can I expect in noisy situations, without using the remote mic or iPhone app?
Better processing speed means better speech discrimination in nosie . It will be a plus.
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What is the best hearing aid for a reverse slope cookie bite loss?
In that case you would experience good volume but a lack of understanding. 80% of the value of your
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Which IIC hearing aids are the best? I'm looking for devices that can adjust on their own based on any noise environment, with a natural feel and clear sound.
I read other comments if you want an IIC then the specialist should perform a speech in noise test If
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What does the QuickSIN test measure? My score was 8. What does this result mean? Is my problem my hearing or my brain?
QuickSIN is a speech in noise test.
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What hearing aids have special features for tinnitus?
Nobody can promise anything when it comes to tinnitus but we are better understanding how to work with