The first digital hearing aids were introduced in 1987. At the time they used DSP (digital signal processors) to convert an analog sound signal into a digital counterpart.
3. The first digital hearing aids were introduced in 1987. At the time they used DSP (digital signal processors) to convert an analog sound signal into a digital counterpart.
4. However recent advances in digital technology has enabled the introduction of many important digital hearing aids.
5. Digital hearing aids have the ability to amplify sounds which are of interest while keeping the overall sound to a comfortable level.
6. These devices are also very good at discerning what is conversation and what is background noise.
7. Digital speech enhancement is an effective way to provide more natural sounds from speech and allow listening to speech more enjoyable.
8. This technology allows for a great deal of customization and sound enhancement so the features will continue to evolve and be improved upon.