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Vaughan Dodd
Dec 28, 2012, 5:11:46 PM12/28/12
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I will be replacing my Phonak Excelia BTEs in the new year, and wonder
about the Widex Clear series.
I have always found it ipossible (or almost so) to get any hearing aid
comparative data - objective and subjective, but it does seem from the
Widex literature that these might be an approprite choice.
So: given that this newsgrup has a range of contributors, i'd be
grateful for user experiences, comments from audiologists and even
online reviews that I can research.
Hearing loss is bilateral, mild/moderate; I need aids that can cope
with whateger they are given as they are worn every day all of the
time. I am susceptible to ear moisture, and I always hope for
improvements in moisture prevention systems.
Thanks for all ad vice and criticisms.
Vaughan.
about the Widex Clear series.
I have always found it ipossible (or almost so) to get any hearing aid
comparative data - objective and subjective, but it does seem from the
Widex literature that these might be an approprite choice.
So: given that this newsgrup has a range of contributors, i'd be
grateful for user experiences, comments from audiologists and even
online reviews that I can research.
Hearing loss is bilateral, mild/moderate; I need aids that can cope
with whateger they are given as they are worn every day all of the
time. I am susceptible to ear moisture, and I always hope for
improvements in moisture prevention systems.
Thanks for all ad vice and criticisms.
Vaughan.
BobMCT
Dec 28, 2012, 8:44:40 PM12/28/12
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On Sat, 29 Dec 2012 11:11:46 +1300, Vaughan Dodd <Gol...@mordor.com>
wrote:
While I don't have the specific model you mentioned, last summer I
purchased a pair of Widex Mind 220's which look strikingly similar to
the Clear 220's. These are very small bte's and quite frankly I am
absolutely amazed at the clarity and general improvement these have
made. They are extremely comfortable and I wear mine usually 16-18
hours/day. Batteries last approx a week.
Again, not the exact same model but the brand is the same and the
models similar.
Good luck. I doubt you can go wrong.
wrote:
purchased a pair of Widex Mind 220's which look strikingly similar to
the Clear 220's. These are very small bte's and quite frankly I am
absolutely amazed at the clarity and general improvement these have
made. They are extremely comfortable and I wear mine usually 16-18
hours/day. Batteries last approx a week.
Again, not the exact same model but the brand is the same and the
models similar.
Good luck. I doubt you can go wrong.
Vaughan Dodd
Dec 29, 2012, 2:57:05 PM12/29/12
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In article <8hisd8pe7can0kgu9...@4ax.com>,
r.mar...@fdcx.net says...
I did have a pair of Widex Sensos at least 15 years ago, and I do
remember their comfort and clarity. My hearing loss has increased
since then, and the technology has got a great deal more
sophisticated.
Vaughan.
r.mar...@fdcx.net says...
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> While I don't have the specific model you mentioned, last summer I
> purchased a pair of Widex Mind 220's which look strikingly similar to
> the Clear 220's. These are very small bte's and quite frankly I am
> absolutely amazed at the clarity and general improvement these have
> made. They are extremely comfortable and I wear mine usually 16-18
> hours/day. Batteries last approx a week.
>
> Again, not the exact same model but the brand is the same and the
> models similar.
A very encouraging start: thank you.
> purchased a pair of Widex Mind 220's which look strikingly similar to
> the Clear 220's. These are very small bte's and quite frankly I am
> absolutely amazed at the clarity and general improvement these have
> made. They are extremely comfortable and I wear mine usually 16-18
> hours/day. Batteries last approx a week.
>
> Again, not the exact same model but the brand is the same and the
> models similar.
I did have a pair of Widex Sensos at least 15 years ago, and I do
remember their comfort and clarity. My hearing loss has increased
since then, and the technology has got a great deal more
sophisticated.
Vaughan.
Laurence Smith
Mar 24, 2013, 5:01:31 PM3/24/13
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I have a profound hearing loss in one ear and moderately severe one in
the other.
It is my impression that this hearing needs expert fine tuning but once
it is effectively programmed it is very good - true state of the art.
Good luck if you opt to get it. You'll probably be happy in the long
run.
--
Larry Smith
Laura Hartwell
May 6, 2013, 5:55:22 PM5/6/13
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I don’t use the Widex Mind 220's, but do use Starkey Xino's which I believe are very similar. They work best for mild to moderately severe hearing loss, are waterproof, and are very small BTE's with open fit in the ear receivers. I have moderately severe hearing loss and these work wonderfully. I'm very impressed with them. Though, they did cost $5000 for the pair, I feel they are worth every penny for the difference they've made for me.
Hope this helps,
Laura
Hope this helps,
Laura
BobMCT
May 6, 2013, 6:08:58 PM5/6/13
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on, 6 May 2013 14:55:22 -0700 (PDT), Laura Hartwell
220's mBTE. I couldn't be happier. They are programmable and have
multiple channels to store multiple programs for different situations.
I've had to have the programming adjusted a couple of times but they
are virtually invisible and so comfortable that I actually forget I'm
wearing them. Some times I even get in the shower or even go to bed
wiith them in meaning that I forget they're in.
So, just my $.02 worth. Good luck.
Vaughan Dodd
May 10, 2013, 10:41:25 PM5/10/13
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In article <c9675713-6feb-4a97...@googlegroups.com>,
laura.h...@gmail.com says...
>
> I don?t use the Widex Mind 220's, but do use Starkey Xino's which I believe are very similar. They work best for mild to moderately severe hearing loss, are waterproof, and are very small BTE's with open fit in the ear receivers. I have moderately severe hearing loss and these work wonderfully. I'm very impressed with them. Though, they did cost $5000 for the pair, I feel they are worth every penny for the difference they've made for me.
Audiologist and Widex are recommending the Dream 330 bte pair for me.
Not sure if these supercede the Clear series are offer slightly
different features.
Hope to be fitted with these in about two weeks.
Thanks.
Vaughan.
laura.h...@gmail.com says...
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> I don?t use the Widex Mind 220's, but do use Starkey Xino's which I believe are very similar. They work best for mild to moderately severe hearing loss, are waterproof, and are very small BTE's with open fit in the ear receivers. I have moderately severe hearing loss and these work wonderfully. I'm very impressed with them. Though, they did cost $5000 for the pair, I feel they are worth every penny for the difference they've made for me.
Not sure if these supercede the Clear series are offer slightly
different features.
Hope to be fitted with these in about two weeks.
Thanks.
Vaughan.
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