I just got back from taking my Dad to Costco for his first appointment for hearing aids. His hearing loss is primarily high frequency, moderate on one side (rifle club in high school), severe on the other (car accident/skull fracture etcâŚ).
The tech pulled out the KS7 and the Rexton Trax 42âs. Yes, the KS7 is similar to the Rexton Trax with a few more features. Since my father is a big music listener, she emphasized that they have programs pre-set for listening to live music, music through speakers, and if you are playing the instrument yourself. The tech admitted the new KS7âs are a great deal.
The only reason she had the Rextons out at all was she heard he had an interest in rechargeables and she said that the KS7 is only available in the smaller size with 312 batteries or rechargeable equivalents. The smaller rechargeable batteries with the KS7 doesnât last long enough for many people. She said up to 10 hrs but this varies greatly depending on your battery use of course. She had one patient with more severe loss who had his die mid-afternoon. She pushed this hearing aid as one you can âgrowâ into if your battery needs increase. But my Dad decided that didnât necessitate an addition ?$800 bucks. So heâs giving up on the rechargeable battery ideas, and hopes his big hands can manage the battery changes with the magnet.
We didnât have time to do a full trial/fitting today, but my Dad has already decided to take home the KS7âs for sure. Will return next week to pick them up and sign the contract.