I find it intriguing and wonder how this is individualized to each person. There are so many variables.
I have Phonak Adeo Smart 5 RIC - since May. I started with a double dome (power dome) but found they turned in my ears or wiggled out some. Tried all sizes, etc. But I was also told I would get better sound with custom molds. I have TMJ so that can complicate things. I asked for soft molds. They (Phonak) just came out with soft cshells for RIC. I DO hear better with them. But I’ve been struggling with them tearing. But Phonak is wonderful to work with me on them, and they keep replacing the torn ones, and typically they say they have redesigned or reinforced them. I have been pretty patient because I am “relearning” the whole hearing aid thing since I havent worn them since I was a kid.
So today I talked with my audi about it and when to try something else. We have a good plan, and one of the options is to try the Westone route, so I have been interested in the comments on the Westone molds.
Meanwhile, I am glad I have an extra set of wires and Phonak suggested I go down to a closed fit (which seems to be going backwards in quality of sound from a double “power dome”) but I found the closed fit ones (single) fit WAY better than the power (double) domes. This is temporary until my molds are fixed. It is interesting you found the doubles to fit bettter than the single, as I found the opposite… which goes back to saying we are all so individual.
btw, I was “vain” initially but when I realized how much better things sounded with the molds, I quit caring. But I am concerned how you stated the Westones stuck out more. I hope if I go that route it wont be more than what I have already.
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