If you're an active person who struggles to hear conversations in busy spots—like a café in an inner city laneway or a busy sports stadium—you need a practical solution that just works. That solution often comes down to the clever technology inside your device: directional microphones.
At Amplifon, we understand that hearing well isn’t just about making sounds louder; it’s about clarity and connection. That's why the sophisticated design of directional microphones is one of the most important features in our advanced hearing aids. They are designed to give you back control in the noisiest environments, providing the effective, fast solution you are seeking.
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Directional microphones in hearing aids are specialised systems designed to focus on sounds coming from in front of you (like a speaker) while actively reducing distracting background noise. This crucial technology uses two or more microphones to create a listening 'beam,' drastically improving speech clarity in challenging listening environments, which is exactly the practical solution you need.
This technology is the core element that allows modern devices to move beyond simply amplifying sound, transforming them into smart, adaptive tools for real-life communication.
Older or cheaper hearing aids often use an omnidirectional microphone setup. This means they pick up sound equally from every direction—in front, behind, and to the sides. While this is fine for quiet environments, it makes hearing a single person in a crowded room nearly impossible.
Modern Amplifon hearing aids primarily use sophisticated directional setups because you need clarity most when life gets loud and complex.
The best hearing aids today don’t just have directional microphones; they have adaptive ones which use precise, data-driven performance.
Here is the simple breakdown of how this smart technology delivers clear speech:
This adaptive technology is a major leap forward from older dynamic microphone systems, ensuring a consistent, clear experience whether you are in a quiet room or at a busy function in.
Are you experiencing a decrease in your hearing ability or would like to get advice on your overall hearing health? Take a free hearing test in one of our Amplifon clinics with one of our hearing specialists.
Absolutely. The primary reason people struggle with hearing loss is not the inability to hear sound, but the inability to understand speech when there is competing noise.
Directional microphones are specifically engineered to solve this problem. They enhance the signal-to-noise ratio, which is the technical measure of how much louder the voice you want to hear is, compared to the background distractions.
Imagine you are trying to enjoy a family BBQ or a lively weekend market. Without directional mics, your hearing aid would amplify the sizzle of the sausages, the drone of the air conditioner, and grandchild’s laughter all at once. With advanced directional microphones, your hearing aids focus on the conversation right in front of you, making that crucial voice stand out clearly against the din.
This feature is particularly valuable for:
While directional microphones are a fantastic piece of technology, they are just one part of the comprehensive hearing solution we offer at Amplifon. We believe a great hearing experience is a mix of the right technology and trusted expertise.
Noise reduction
Adaptive Noise Reduction
Program switching
Automatic Program Switching
Directional mic
Bluetooth Directional Microphone Connectivity
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