Sunday, December 20, 2009
Hearing Aid Audiologists
Friday, December 11, 2009
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009
The Widex Range Meets your Needs
The core of the Widex Hearing Aids range is Integrated Signal Processing (ISP). ISP is the culmination of 50 years' experience in the development of advanced hearing aid technology at Widex – starting with a revolutionary new approach to the inherent problems behind traditional processing strategies.
ISP is the ONLY strategy that both optimises hearing aid performance to take account of user's individual preferences and allows each sound processing element of the Widex hearing aid to compliment each other and operate at peak effectiveness.
Only ISP has the capability – due to its unique processing architecture – to simultaneously adapt ALL processes to the noise environment, the user's profile and preferences and to the outputs of other processing functions.
Widex Hearing Aids have now harnessed the power of ISP to provide a complete range of hearing aids in a wide variety of formats to suit all budgets, styles and needs.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Widex Hearing Aids
Widex Hearing Aids offers a complete range of hearing aid models including those that fit behind-the-ear (BTE), in- the-ear (ITE), in-the-canal (ITC) and completely-in-the-canal (CIC). Widex offers a wide range of famous product lines including the Senso Diva, Senso P, Bravo and the A Series.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Why Choose Widex?
- Widex Hearing Aids were first to make the digital leap with the groundbreaking Senso in 1996
- The world's first Digital CIC hearing aids (making the benefits of digital hearing aids virtually invisible for the first time)
- "Integrated Signal Processing" (ISP) that powers all new Widex Hearing Aids models since 2006 is the only system that controls all hearing aid functions interdependently and in reference to the user's stored profile
- "Sound Harmony" sound processing that ensures Widex's uniquely natural and comfortable sound in open fittings
- Widex's Sensogram hearing aid fitting process that ensures your hearing aid is precisely tailored to YOUR individual ears and hearing needs
- Widex are also alone in ensuring the following takes place for ALL their UK hearing aids:
- Manufacture in the EU and not a low cost economy ensuring consistently high, traceable quality
- EVERY single hearing aid is quality tested and checked by human ear after manufacture to ensure best quality and the most comfortable sound
Saturday, October 31, 2009
The Home of Low Cost Hearing Aids
Widex Hearing Aids is focused on providing the world’s finest hearing aids through a complete dedication to advanced research and development. There are millions of users worldwide, enjoying the benefits of Widex premier digital hearing technology.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Widex Hearing Aids
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Pricing, Features and Locations
Ahearingaid.com's nationwide network of providers are authorized distributors of the Widex hearing aids that they recommend, order, and program for our referrals as well as their walk-in clients.
Our Widex hearing aid prices already include the fee for an authorized Widex hearing aid provider in your area
We are able to save you hundreds of dollars because we buy and sell so many more Widex® hearing aids than the normal retail office. As you know savings mean nothing unless you also receive excellent service. We pride ourselves in providing our customers service before, during, and after the sale. In our system you will receive 3-years of local services. If you need assistance at any time our trained staff is here to help you.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Why Do Hearing Aids Cost So Much? The Answer Is - They Don't!
I recently saw an advertisement that said, “save up to $6,000 on a set of digital hearing aids." How is that possible when the most expensive hearing aids sell for around $6,000 for a binaural, two hearing aids, set? The answer is simple. The consumer, or patient, is led to believe, by deceptive advertising, that the regular price is much higher than it actually is. The hearing aid dealer then offers a huge discount, or a buy one, get one free coupon suggesting to the patient significant price reductions.
The truth behind the perceived high prices for hearing aids lies in the tactics used to sell hearing aids. The tactic is an old one, and is used in many consumer goods. The suggested retail price is significantly inflated; the dealer will then advertise a HUGE discount to the instruments which when applied to the inflated retail price discounts the aids to current market prices.
While we are talking about deceptive ads, there have been many advertisements suggesting, “we sell the only hearing aids manufactured in Utah,” or, “we manufacture the only hearing aids made in Utah." In reality there are no hearing aids manufactured anywhere in the state of Utah.
Many people are led to believe Sonic Innovations, a digital hearing aid manufacturer, manufactures their aids right here in Utah. In reality Sonic Innovations corporate and research facilities are housed in Utah, however they do not manufacture instruments.
Additionally, none of the other hearing aid dealers are actually manufacturers. They buy various parts from actual hearing aid manufactures, often old or discontinued parts, then assemble the instruments at their office.
You’re hearing health care needs, and best interest, will be served when you see a Certified Clinical Audiologist or Doctor of Audiology. Ask for these credentials when researching a partner for your hearing health care needs. Additionally be aware that there are deceptive advertisements every day in local news papers and on T.V. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
They do no research. They don’t develop new or better technology. They simply assemble currently available/ discontinued products. There are six major manufacturers of hearing aids in the U.S.: Starkey, Sonic Innovations, Oticon, Widex Hearing Aids, Resound and Siemens. These manufacturers do not sell their “Top of the Line” digital proprietary instruments to Mom and Pop hearing aid companies who call themselves hearing aid manufacturers.
Starkey Laboratories is presently leading the industry with new technology. They recently spent more than $40 million on research and development of the new Destiny line of hearing aids. Each of the above mentioned manufacturers will also invest a substantial amount of money into research and development of new products. The cost of the research and development is reflected in the price of today’s excellent hearing aid technologies.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Data on Hearing Aid Manufacturers
Widex hearing aids has been producing hearing aids for half a century. They are a Danish company who produce the Behind the Ear, In the Ear and Completely in the Canal versions. The
Axent, Cetera, Aries and Gemini are the most favored models. The 'Senso Diva Series' uses a special function which takes out background noise and is the most renowned of their products. The company designed the 'Diva Music Program', allowing people to continue listening to their favorite music even when they are suffering from hearing loss.
If good customer service is important to you, 'Starkey' might be the right choice for you. They produce a wide range of hearing aids all supplied with good warranties. This innovative company has a program whereby they take in used aids, repair them and resell at very competitive prices.
The largest producer of aids in theUnited States is Siemens. The Prisma 2, Music Pro and Phoenix Pro series' are best known. Siemens has usually been the first with new ideas for the last 125years.
Belltone produces the very popular and are under the Oria series. There is a 'Speech Detection System' that is auto adjusts to the noises in the environment. It also uses 'Dual Microphone Technology'. The Opera, D71, Invisa and P77 models are also in demand. Belltone recently merged with GN Resound.
'Conversa', 'Liaison' and 'Unison' are the most sought after models manufactured by Unitron Hearing Aids. The 'Liaison' 'feedback reduction' properties are particularly good. The 'Conversa' was created for using the telephone. 'Unitron' uses the most up to date 'Multi Channel Technology'.
Fifteen percent of the US market belongs to Phonak. A large Swedish based manufacturer who produce a huge selection of Hearing Aids The Perseo, Amio, Maxx, Ario, Aero to name a few. Their hearing aids have sensors to auto adjust sound relative to environment. They also give a remote control option.
Know Your Hearing Aid Manufacturers
We will now take a look at some of the most popular hearing aid manufacturers and see exactly what they offer
Rion
Rion is a Japanese company, and so quality should come naturally to them! All types of hearing aids are made by Rion, and they are well known for their water resistant models. These are often the preferred brand when water resistance is desired. Rion also produce bone conduction hearing aids. Basically Rion make all the types of hearing aid you could ever want.
Widex
Widex is Danish and has been established for about 50 years. They manufacture behind the ear (BTE), in the ear (ITE), and completely in the canal (CIC) hearing aids. They are well known for the Senso Diva range of hearing aids, these have special background noise reduction technology. Widex also produce products for the Diva Music Program, this is designed to help people who suffer from hearing loss enjoy their music.
Starkey
Starkey produce all types of hearing aids and offers very good warranties on all of their products, they are good quality, and offer great customer service. They will also take your old hearing aid off your hands, repair them, and then supply them to less fortunate people.
Siemens
I'm sure everybody knows siemens, it's a huge company and the biggest manufacturer of hearing aids in the US, it actually holds about one fifth of the entire hearing aid market, which is very impressive. Siemens make a wide range of hearing devices, not just limited to digital hearing aids.
Belltone
Belltone has been around some time now, it has recently been brought up by GN Resound. Their most popular hearing aid is the Oria, this uses dual microphones and also a speech detection system to automatically target the speaker's voice.
Unitron
Unitron make the popular Liason hearing aids. These hearing aids have great feedback reduction technology, and also a system that prevents wind noise and whistling. They also produce the popular Conversa model that is designed primarily with phone conversations in mind, it also aims to minimise background noise.
Phonak
Phonak is a huge company from the same country as Ikea (Sweden!), it holds some 15% of the hearing aid market in America. Phonak offers a very wide range of products, including accessories for other hearing aids. All Phonak hearing aids are fitted with sensors that automatically adjust the sound depending on the environment.
Make sure you test drive a couple of hearing aids before making your final choice, also remember to consult your audiologist to get some much needed advice.
Learn more about compare hearing aids review on our site. You'll also find other information such as custom hearing devices. FirstHearingAids.com is a comprehensive resource for people suffering from hearing loss to get information on hearing aid options, prices and maintenance.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Can you hear me now?
But as a longtime user of hearing aids, I want to make a few observations about what I see as the significant obstacles to getting, using, and enjoying the benefit of hearing aids. These are the barriers that made me wait a lot longer than I should have to get a hearing aid in the first place, and have prevented me from trying two aids until now.
First, there’s the cost/investment side. Widex Hearing Aids, particularly the new digital technologies, are extremely expensive. The type that my hearing loss requires usually run in the neighborhood of $2,500-3,000. Each. Multiply that times two, and you’re talking about wearing an enormous sum in delicate electronic devices on your head (which are subject to damage or breakage from dropping or getting caught on something, getting wet, or being exposed to radiation or chemicals.) In short, the value of a mid-range Rolex, with none of the durability. And the standard hearing aid is not expected to have a shelf life beyond 5 years. That’s an investment of $100 a month, if you’re lucky enough not to break or lose one during that time. And no, health insurance does not cover hearing aids and the warranties typically cover only the first 1-2 years. Therefore, there is a strong financial consideration to be made between making do with just one hearing aid, or splurging on two.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Starkey S Series..
1. Easy to adjust — ideal for those with limited manual dexterity.
2. Appropriate for mild to mildly severe hearing loss.
3. Custom made just for you.
Widex Hearing Aids Of High Definition..
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
Unique of Widex Hearing Aids..
This makes Widex hearing aids more comfortable to wear, quicker to get used to and ultimately more successful, as well as improving users' lifestyles through better hearing.
Uniquely, although one of the world's largest hearing aid companies, Widex is family owned and managed. This ensures an unrivalled dedication to quality to research on improving hearing health and hearing technology as well as a commitment to supporting customers.
Widex are also famous for producing among the smallest instruments with the best design available.
From tiny CIC (completely in canal) hearing aids that are unnoticeable, through the jewel-like Passion range and the elegant “m” series to standard designs, Widex aids are designed without compromise, to improve user's hearing and confidence in life.
If you are a dispenser in the UK or Eire interested in dispensing Widex hearing aids, or an existing customer with new account details, please click here.
Widex has been innovative in hearing technology for over 50 years and continues to place an emphasis on research and development. This has made them one of the most exciting manufacturers in the industry and a world leader in digital hearing aid manufacturing. Recent world leading advances include:
Widex were first to make the digital leap with the groundbreaking Senso in 1996
The world's first Digital CIC hearing aids (making the benefits of digital hearing aids virtually invisible for the first time)
"Integrated Signal Processing" (ISP) that powers all new Widex models since 2006 is the only system that controls all hearing aid functions interdependently and in reference to the user's stored profile
"Sound Harmony" sound processing that ensures Widex's uniquely natural and comfortable sound in open fittings
Widex's Sensogram hearing aid fitting process that ensures your hearing aid is precisely tailored to YOUR individual ears and hearing needs
Widex are also alone in ensuring the following takes place for ALL their UK hearing aids:
Manufacture in the EU and not a low cost economy ensuring consistently high, traceable quality
EVERY single hearing aid is quality tested and checked by human ear after manufacture to ensure best quality and the most comfortable sound
Widex develops digital technology of a quality that few can match, and which has provided a world of better sound for millions of hearing impaired people all around the globe.
The core of the Widex range is Integrated Signal Processing (ISP). ISP is the culmination of 50 years' experience in the development of advanced hearing aid technology at Widex – starting with a revolutionary new approach to the inherent problems behind traditional processing strategies.
ISP is the ONLY strategy that both optimises hearing aid performance to take account of user's individual preferences and allows each sound processing element of the hearing aid to compliment each other and operate at peak effectiveness.
Only ISP has the capability – due to its unique processing architecture – to simultaneously adapt ALL processes to the noise environment, the user's profile and preferences and to the outputs of other processing functions.
Widex have now harnessed the power of ISP to provide a complete range of hearing aids in a wide variety of formats to suit all budgets, styles and needs.
Widex hearing aids are available nationwide through the UK 's top Hearing Aid Dispensers. All Widex dispensers have been individually trained in the latest technology and products to ensure the best hearing aid comfort and success for the user.
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Know Your Hearing Aid Manufacturers..
As soon as you start to look at hearing aids you will quickly start to realize just how much choice there is out there! Just how can you be sure exactly which type of hearing aid is best for you.
We will now take a look at some of the most popular hearing aid manufacturers and see exactly what they offer..
Rion Hearing Aids
Rion is a Japanese company, and so quality should come naturally to them! All types of hearing aids are made by Rion, and they are well known for their water resistant models. These are often the preferred brand when water resistance is desired. Rion also produce bone conduction hearing aids. Basically Rion make all the types of hearing aid you could ever want.
Widex Hearing Aids
Widex Hearing Aids is Danish and has been established for about 50 years. They manufacture behind the ear (BTE), in the ear (ITE), and completely in the canal (CIC) hearing aids. They are well known for the Senso Diva range of hearing aids, these have special background noise reduction technology. Widex Hearing Aids also produce products for the Diva Music Program, this is designed to help people who suffer from hearing loss enjoy their music.
Starkey Hearing Aids
Starkey produce all types of hearing aids and offers very good warranties on all of their products, they are good quality, and offer great customer service. They will also take your old hearing aid off your hands, repair them, and then supply them to less fortunate people.
Siemens Hearing Aids
I'm sure everybody knows siemens, it's a huge company and the biggest manufacturer of hearing aids in the US, it actually holds about one fifth of the entire hearing aid market, which is very impressive. Siemens make a wide range of hearing devices, not just limited to digital hearing aids.
Belltone Hearing Aids
Belltone has been around some time now, it has recently been brought up by GN Resound. Their most popular hearing aid is the Oria, this uses dual microphones and also a speech detection system to automatically target the speaker's voice.
Unitron Hearing Aids
Unitron make the popular Liason hearing aids. These hearing aids have great feedback reduction technology, and also a system that prevents wind noise and whistling. They also produce the popular Conversa model that is designed primarily with phone conversations in mind, it also aims to minimise background noise.
Phonak Hearing Aids
Phonak is a huge company from the same country as Ikea (Sweden!), it holds some 15% of the hearing aid market in America. Phonak offers a very wide range of products, including accessories for other hearing aids. All Phonak hearing aids are fitted with sensors that automatically adjust the sound depending on the environment.
Make sure you test drive a couple of hearing aids before making your final choice, also remember to consult your audiologist to get some much needed advice. Suggest Widex Hearing Aids is better..
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Hearing Aids To Best Suit Your Needs..
Hearing aids are small audio devices which are attached to the ears. Most models now are "hidden" to a casual observer. They offer a superior sound quality which helps lessen, if not eliminate, the loss of hearing.
As technology evolves, the science behind manufacturing hearing aids have become more and more advanced.
Here are the three basic types of hearing aids:
These are the very first types and brands of hearing aids which were realeased in the market.
Although not as technologically advanced as the programmable digital hearing aids, the conventional type can be adjusted in a way that will fit the user's needs.
With this type, the volume is manually adjusted by the user. The sound can be turned up or down, depending on the softness or loudness of the source of sound.
The only minor disadvantage of this type of hearing aids is that if a person's hearing loss level improves or worsens, it must be sent back to the manufacturer so that adjustments can be made.This can be quite inconvenient for the user.
2. Programmable hearing aids
This is more advanced in terms of technology, as compared to the conventional type.
Programmable hearing aids have adjustable circuits which may be adjusted, depending on the user's level of hearing.
The volume control is automatic, making life easier for the patient.
3. Digital hearing aids
Depending on the patient's needs, a digital hearing aid may be ordered to suit a specific situation.
This is by far the best and most convenient type to use.
There are hearing health care professionals whose job is to find the hearing aid that will be beneficial for the user.
The patient's lifestyle and level of hearing loss is considered when looking for the best hearing aid to buy.
Digital hearing aids also feature an automatic volume control.
However, it may take one or two visits to a health care professional before the settings of the hearing aid can be adjusted to the user's satisfaction.
Physically, this type of hearing aid is easier to wear and is "kinder" to the ears.
The circuit within the hearing aid automatically increases or decreases the level of sound.
There is a microphone and an amplifier that gathers and adjusts the sound respectively.
Finally, the speaker transmits the byproduct of the altered and digitally-enhanced sound to the user's ears.
The downside is that this type of hearing aid is more expensive than the programmable and conventional hearing aids.
Still, once you have invested in a digital hearing aid, it will surely be convenient for you and will fit into any lifestyle.
4. Disposable hearing aids
This type offers the sound quality of a conventional hearing aid and is more cost-effective than its more technologically-advanced counterparts.
Disposable hearing aids have a shorter shelf-life. They can last 40 days at most, and once the battery expires, a new one should be purchased.
To choose a hearing aid that is right for you, make sure that you consult your ear doctor or otologist/audiologist.
When consulting a professional to choose the right hearing aid for you, give them an overview of your lifestyle and budget to determine the best hearing aid that will suit your needs.
Finally, try it out for a few days and if you find that the hearing aid that you bought does not fit your ear, your needs and your way of living, go back to your health care professional so that another type can be purchased.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
About Starkey..
Background of Widex..
Our hearing aids help people with hearing loss to communicate better - something which is of immense importance to their quality of life. We also place great emphasis on the area of children and young people with hearing loss, as early intervention is important for their language development.
Widex is based on know-how, as represented by our innovative staff and five decades of intensive technological research and development. We develop digital technology at a level of quality that few can match, and which has made us one of the most innovative manufacturers in the industry. In 1995 Widex became world-famous when it introduced the world's first digital in-the-ear hearing aid, and the pace of progress has been swift since then. With our latest top-of-the-line product, Inteo, Widex is setting entirely new standards and charting new possibilities within hearing aid technology - all with the aim of improving the quality of life of people with hearing loss.
Widex was founded in 1956 by the Tøpholm and Westermann families, who still own and run the company. Widex now employs around 2,000 staff around the world, of whom 900 work in Denmark. Our head office is located in Værløse, Denmark, which is where our research, development and administration is based, as well as most of our production. Widex also has large assembly departments in Helsinge in North Sealand and in Verviers, Belgium.