Signia IX Brings a New Era to Hearing Technology

The new Signia IX hearing aids introduce pioneering features that improve speech understanding and sound quality. From the Pure Charge & Go IX to the Silk Charge & Go IX, these advanced devices are designed to meet diverse hearing needs with state-of-the-art technology.

Understanding Your Hearing Needs

Each person's hearing loss presents unique challenges. Some may struggle with conversations in quiet settings, while others find group discussions in noisy restaurants particularly difficult. Modern hearing aids need to address these varying situations effectively. The Signia IX series adapts to different environments, from one-on-one conversations to complex listening scenarios with multiple speakers.

The Signia IX Models

The Pure Charge & Go IX offers a compact design that fits discreetly behind the ear while delivering exceptional sound quality. Its RealTime Conversation Enhancement technology helps users stay connected in challenging listening environments. With all-day battery life and wireless charging capabilities, users can enjoy uninterrupted hearing throughout their daily activities.

The Silk Charge & Go IX stands out with its ready-to-wear design, making it an excellent option for those seeking immediate results. This model features Binaural OneMic Directionality, which enhances speech from the front in noisy situations - particularly impressive given its small size. The portable charger provides up to 4 days of additional charges, ensuring users stay powered even during extended trips.

A New Level of Speech Understanding

The Signia IX hearing aids bring together RealTime Conversation Enhancement and Binaural OneMic Directionality. These technologies work in unison to help users maintain clear conversations, particularly in challenging environments where background noise is present. The system processes and enhances speech signals while minimizing unwanted sounds, giving users more confidence in social situations.

Advanced Technology Platform

Both models are built on Signia's Integrated Xperience (IX) platform, which processes sound through a sophisticated three-stage approach:

1. Analyze: The system continuously evaluates the listening environment
2. Augment: Sound processing enhances important audio signals
3. Adapt: The hearing aids adjust to changing conversations and environments

The IX platform utilizes Augmented Focus™ split processing technology to separate speech from background noise effectively. When combined with Multi-Stream Architecture, these features work together to provide clear, dynamic sound in group settings.

Integrating Technology Into Daily Life

Modern hearing aids seamlessly integrate into daily activities. Whether you're having a quiet conversation at home, attending a business meeting, or enjoying dinner with friends, your hearing aids should adjust automatically without drawing attention to themselves. The Signia IX series offers automatic program changes based on your environment, along with discreet controls through smartphone apps when you want to make manual adjustments. This combination of automatic and manual control helps you focus on what matters - engaging with the world around you rather than managing your hearing devices.

Personalization and Control

Users can fine-tune their hearing experience through the My Signia app or miniPocket remote control. These tools allow for easy adjustments to match personal preferences and listening situations. The hearing aids come in different colors - including mocha and black for the Silk model - with a soft textured surface that adds to their discrete appearance.

The advanced processing capabilities of the IX platform make a real difference in everyday situations. When you're having dinner at a restaurant, the system helps you focus on your dining companion's voice while reducing the clatter of dishes and other conversations. During outdoor activities, it adjusts to wind noise and movement, maintaining clear sound quality. At family gatherings, where multiple conversations happen simultaneously, the hearing aids help you switch attention between speakers more naturally. These automatic adjustments happen seamlessly in the background, letting you concentrate on what matters - connecting with the people around you.

Connectivity Features

Looking toward future technological advances, the Signia IX series is ready for the upcoming Bluetooth LE Audio standard through a future firmware update. This preparation ensures users will benefit from improved connectivity options as they become available.

Professional Fitting and Ongoing Care

At Audiology & Hearing Services of Charlotte, we use Real Ear Measurements during the fitting process to ensure your Signia IX hearing aids are programmed precisely for your unique hearing profile. This best practice approach helps verify that speech sounds are reaching your ear at the right levels for optimal understanding.

The Value of Real Ear Measurement

Real Ear Measurement is a critical step in hearing aid fitting that many practices skip, but we consider it essential for optimal results. This precise verification method uses a tiny microphone placed in your ear canal while wearing your hearing aids. The measurement shows us exactly what sounds are reaching your eardrum, allowing us to fine-tune your devices to match your specific hearing prescription. Without REM, there's no way to know if your hearing aids are providing the right amount of amplification across different frequencies.

Expert Care Throughout Your Hearing Journey

Our audiologists at Audiology & Hearing Services of Charlotte bring decades of experience in fitting advanced hearing technology. Dr. Melissa Karp, Dr. Ivy Saul, and Dr. Katlyn Crisp work closely with each patient to understand their unique hearing challenges and lifestyle needs. Beyond the initial fitting, we provide ongoing support to ensure your hearing aids continue performing at their best. Regular follow-up appointments allow us to make adjustments as your hearing needs change and help you get the most from your Signia IX features. We can also help you master the connectivity options and smartphone features that make these devices so versatile in daily life.

Schedule Your Signia IX Consultation

If you're interested in experiencing how the new Signia IX hearing aids can transform your hearing, we invite you to schedule a consultation with our experienced audiologists. Call us at 704-412-7975 to learn more about these innovative devices and how they can be customized to your specific hearing needs.