Hearing aids

[RanchRoper]

I have tinnitus but it was that Zeppelin concert in '72 I think...

[dave77]

My tinnitus started back in the 70's when I stupidly fired some +P loads in my snub-nose 38 Special without ear plugs or muffs. It's not terrible but I do sleep with the tv or radio on, it's pretty annoying when it's dead silent.

[BigAl52]

Ive had tinnitus for a while. I think mine is from loud pipes on motorcycles and big trucks. I have one hearing aid but its old. My wife keeps yelling at me when I say huh. Sometimes I say huh just to see what kind of mood shes in.

[RudyN]

I went to an indoor gun range to shoot my .22 cal revolver. I was dumb enough to forget my hearing protection. Anyway I now have to wear hearing aids in both of my ears. I get tinnitus once in a while, but it isn't to bad. Even with the hearing aids I still have a hard time hearing some stuff.

[BigAl52]

Grandma called that selective hearing Rudy

[Headhog]

This is a great thread especially since I am in need of hearing aids. My wife has been beating me up to go get checked and reading this has convinced me to go. I'm a Costco member and on Jan 1 there is an upcoming change to my health care coverage that will cover some of the cost. So now I have no excuse not to go.

Paul

[Ernie]

After the test they will suggest a model and will let you try some in the store if available. I was amazed the first time. Being able to hear other peoples conversations made me feel like I was doing something I shouldn't. When mine came in and I was driving home I found it very distracting to hear all that extra sound. Good luck and let us know how it works out for you.

[Headhog]

Ernie thanks for starting this. I will report back.

Paul

[BigAl52]

This is a great thread especially since I am in need of hearing aids. My wife has been beating me up to go get checked and reading this has convinced me to go. I'm a Costco member and on Jan 1 there is an upcoming change to my health care coverage that will cover some of the cost. So now I have no excuse not to go.

Paul

Dont tell her that If you think getting beat up before was bad she will now beat you into submission

[RudyN]

Grandma called that selective hearing Rudy

No wonder that it only happens when my wife is talking to me.

[BigAl52]

Hey Ernie
How are the new aids working out for you. I was quoted by an audiologist that I know personally at about 4k for hearing aids. I told my wife I know this lady has done me alot of favors but I just cannot come to grips with paying 4k for hearing aids.

[BigAl52]

Bumping this up for Ernie to respond

[Ernie]

Sorry I missed that. I went to Costco yesterday for a 2nd follow up in case I wanted some change in programing or had a problem. i was told they can change programing using my phone without me having to go to the store. I have 5 programs available from my phone. Automatic, quiet, noise, loud noise, and restaurant. Also can fine tune the volume, frequency,( bass and treble), background noise, speech focus and dynamic, (decrease loud or increase soft), and save changes in each program. I have programs also for music and tv that has same controls. I can control which setting I am in and the volume at the aids but I have been doing it with my phone except for some volume adjustment. I have 120 days to return if I don't want them but I can see no down side right now. These are the best aids for me I have owned and for $1500 it was worth the 3 weeks wait to get tested. I have Phonak aids but my hearing loss is over 50% and they will recommend the devices best suited for your needs and lifestyle. There is a reason they are the largest distributor of hearing aids in the US.
Please don't tell anyone else about Costco in my area because they are very busy as it is.

[BigAl52]

Thanks Ernie
I was also curious as to which ones you had. So those arent the kirkland aids they are Phonak. Im going to keep this in mind 1500 for a pair is a whole lot better thank 4K.

[Ernie]

They are made by Phonak if the phone app is an indicator but have a Kirkland label.

[BigAl52]

Ok thanks Ernie. Im going to look into them when I get back. In the meantime the wife can repeat herself once in a while.

[Choctaw]

Try contacting Fit Hearing at 8667361882. Tell Anna I recommended them. I got a pair of Phonak aids for $3200. Aids are great with Bluetooth and are rechargeable. These people will treat you like family. Very professional and answer all inquiries immediately.
Darrell Janssen

[Shakey Jake]

I've got tinnitus really bad in my left ear....right is ok. So far I haven't had to get hearing aids but down the road I may need to.
Jake

[Cofisher]

Several months ago I let a local audiologist talked me into hearing aids. They are the starkey brand. I’m not familiar with many others. I do know that I have been incredibly impressed with their performance.

These have numerous settings. I can tune out various types of noise. It does help a lot and being able to hear individual speaking to me. It also has Bluetooth connectivity, so I can listen to my radio and/or talk shows, etc.

What a world of difference. Even water coming out of the tap is noisy. I do really like it. People still think I don’t hear well, because I’m listening to music. Lol.

[Ernie]

Ernie thanks for starting this. I will report back.

Paul

What happened with the hearing aids?