@Zebras, @oldmanjenkins44, @tenkan, @flashb1024. A few notes on my little experiment:
1 – I do not own a pair of MORE hearing aids. All I am doing is simulating the MyMusic program based on my audiometry, taking note of the frequency gains, and typing those values in the Music program of my OPN 1. I am using Oticon’s VAC+ formula.
2 – The suggested prescriptions are different, as you can see in the screenshots. The main difference seems to be the compression algorithm used. MyMusic (MORE) and Music (OPN) do not use the same. MyMusic uses less compression.
Music program (OPN 1)
MyMusic program (MORE 1)
3 – Sound control is also different. MyMusic has only the first three dials from Comfort to Detail. The two closest to Detail are grayed out.
4 – The prescribed MyMusic program transposed to my OPN 1 is the best music program I have ever tried. And I am just beginning to tweak it. Both acoustic and classical guitars sound lively and natural. Streamed music to my sound bar never sounded better.
5 – I may be biased (too soon to say), but I feel that listening fatigue has also improved. It may have to do with compression. Linear compression can lead to a harsh listening experience. The compression algorithm used by MyMusic seems to be better at combining live music quality with listening comfort.
6 – The improved compression profile also allowed me to enjoy my guitars at lower volumes. Linear compression sounds great, but I feel I always end up playing a bit too loud. Having the right compression setup brings out that nice tone when I am playing gently.
7 – Maybe MORE is going to yield an even better musical experience. Hower, OPN 1 is quite a decent hearing aid if properly tuned up for music.