So what exactly is the difference between digital, programmable and analog hearing aids? Read on to discover the difference!
Rexton is proud to only feature digital products.
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Digital
Digital hearing instruments are the most technologically advanced instruments
on the market, and are great for individuals with active lifestyles. Digital
circuits take an analog sound wave and convert it to a digital signal. Digital
circuits are able to distinguish speech frequencies from noise frequencies, allowing
for the amplification of speech frequencies while diminishing the effects of
noise frequencies. Furthermore, the additional directional microphone option
helps to improve speech intelligibility in noisy environments. Because digital
circuits are programmed via sophisticated computer software, instrument settings
can be modified at any time. This means, as your hearing changes, so can your
instrument. This highly flexible technology allows the hearing professional to
precisely match a hearing loss for multiple listening environments.
Programmable Analog
Programmable Analog circuits contain analog circuitry and provide
more versatility and advanced programming features than conventional analog
circuitry. Parameters are adjusted via a computer by a hearing professional.
Programmable instruments can differentiate sound levels, resulting in a
smoother, more comfortable sound than non-programmable circuits. Programmable
instruments offer multiple memories for different listening environments
that are accessed with a touch of a button. Better sound processing in
multiple environments, and increased flexibility provide extra user benefit
not found in conventional analog instruments.
(Rexton does not provide programmable analog hearing
instruments)
Most Conventional analog circuits take incoming sound and amplify all levels of sound equally. The circuit allows for the most common manual programming adjustments for bass and treble. Analog circuits fit a wide range of hearing loss and are a value oriented hearing solution for individuals on a budget.
(This type of hearing aid is becoming less common. Rexton only sells conventional analog instruments in BTE's)
