The digital age has brought huge advances in technology in so many aspects of our lives, and hearing is no different. Digital development has resulted in superior, bluetooth hearing aids being easily available that:
Each hearing aid has at least one microphone, an amplifier, a receiver and a hearing aid battery (which is either replaced or rechargeable). In digital hearing aids, the amplifier acts as a computerised brain. It processes speech and audio picked up by the microphone and sends it to the receiver and into your ears, rather than simply making sounds louder like the traditional analogue hearing aids. A digital hearing aid amplifier instead, acts smartly to bring the many sophisticated layers of natural sound to life, to suit different settings, putting you in control so you enjoy them in your own personalised, individual and comfortable way.
Before the development of digital hearing aid technology, hearing aids were based on analogue technology. But what is the difference?
| Analogue hearing aids | Digital hearing aids | |
|---|---|---|
| Sound signals | Continuous and uniform | Sophisticated layers of sound |
| Ability to adapt to different sound environments | No – can only turn up the volume | Yes – sound signals vary and are individual |
| Background noise reduction | No | Yes |
| Natural-sounding speech | No | Yes |
| Can be customized to suit your hearing loss | No | Yes |
| Can pair and stream sound with other devices | No | Yes |
If you’re considering a digital hearing aid, it’s a good idea to book an appointment with your local True Tone Audiologist who will be able to advise you on the digital hearing aids that are suitable for your hearing loss. They will be able to compare and explain all the features of digital hearing aids to you and the benefits, so you can make the best choice. We offer a wide range of digital hearing aids from all the leading manufacturers and as we’re independent, you can be assured of unbiased, independent advice that best suits your hearing loss and your needs!
“Just had a wonderful customer service experience with your Audiologist, Ciara, in your Newry, Co Down clinic. A relatable, understanding and very professional audiologist. I will be recommending Ciara and her service far and wide. Thank you so much for a very positive experience.”
“I recently had a tricky hearing problem. Nicole quickly identified the problem and how to fix it. She was friendly and professional. A great experience and she went well over and above the call of duty.”
“Ciara, thank you so much for your support and expertise. I will be happy to let you know how I get on and keep you posted. Your interest and commitment to what you are doing with great professionalism is beyond question. All the best in the future.“
“Myself and my wife go to see Katie most helpful explained everything in simple terms would highly recommend to anyone”
“Blown away by the technology and also the knowledge of the technician. I was made to feel very important and relaxed throughout the appointment. Highly recommended”
“Huge thanks for a great experience when I had hearing aids fitted. Your patience, caring, and time taken with me was exceptional. Your lovely, cheeky personality made all the difference to me and put me at ease. Good to know that I can contact you anytime and very convenient to have your hearing aid clinic in my local opticians. Thank you.”
“Ciara deserves 5 stars for her professional manner, clear analysis, excellent advice and friendly disposition. Highly recommended.“
“Had the pleasure of meeting Ciara today. I have had my hearing tested every year for the last 25 years but today was on another level, beyond professional. This was a thorough and detailed examination, with every step of the process explained perfectly. Together with this, Ciara is a lovely, personable expert – I did not feel rushed or uncomfortable. Thankyou Ciara, you are supremely recommended for your excellent service today.“
“Great service from Shane. Very helpful. I would definitely recommend a visit to him if you have any hearing problems.”
“The advice offered by True Tone was excellent. They explained everything brilliantly and put me at my ease. Importantly, they did not make me feel self-conscious about seeking advice about my hearing and convinced me. of the benefits of exploring acquiring hearing aids. I realise that there is a link to developing dementia if a person feels cut off from conversations and social interactions if they cannot hear properly. I witnessed this in my own family and wish I could have persuaded my father to explore hearing aids. Thank you True Tone and Katie and her colleagues for their great service.”
