I want to sincerely thank you for your honest appraisal of the Widex Moment Sheer 440. For over 50 years I’ve been a musician and worked in broadcast electronics. I’ve always been on a quest for hearing aids that will allow me to hear, sounds, especially music the way it’s meant to be heard. The hearing aids I purchased a few years ago were fairly sophisticated in that they had several bands of equalization, Limiters and AGC and so forth, but it all came down to this little transducer that went in my ear that sounded so tinny, thin, metallic, fake. So all the new circuitry in front of it made no difference when it was delivered by a weak transducer or speaker if you would. Of all the videos I’ve watched and all the information I’ve read you’re the only one that’s told me that they have not improved that aspect of hearing aids. While they have developed all these bands of circuitry, Bluetooth capabilities, and so forth, they have not improved on the device that actually delivers the sound to your ear You answered the question nobody else would. You told me that the weak link in the chain is still that little tiny transducer. Widex had all these musicians doing testimonials of how they could hear the music like never before, and they almost had me but then I stumble onto your video where you tell it like it is. I appreciate that, you’ve saved me a lot of time and money. Thank you.
This guy had the wrong ear piece domes are not meant for steaming.. if you’re a musician, go with a custom mold ear piece, ,.. i use widex, im a musician and I apparently have absolute pitch, so I know.. and the Widex hearing aids ARE as advertised, they are the best for musicians, again, ive tried Many others and couldn’t do music with them, Widex really has changed my life for the better, id suggest trying out different things, and see what you prefer most
Our practice has ALWAYS loaned prospective clients a pair to wear for a week prior to purchase. Then we give a 30 day 100% money back guarantee if the client does purchase. We find that very beneficial to both the wearer and our practice. Measure twice, cut once. Selling someone devices for several thousand dollars AND THEN trying to make them work never made sense to us. Insist on trying it before you buy it is my advice. We also have people wear different brands before purchase. I strongly disagree with Lars statement that there isnt much difference between mfg. Each company has a “flavor” to their sound processing that can make a huge difference for different individuals.
i am considering these as well as the moment smartric aids for the same reason - that they seem to be the consensus best aids for music. i too started out with the eargos (the 5) and it immediately made me realize what i'd been missing, but i was never truly happy with the the sound quality, in general or with music. after a year, i upgraded to the over-the-counter jabra enhance select 200 aids and that was a noticeable improvement in every respect. but streaming quality was atrocious, and it dropped the stream constantly even though the source (my phone) was only a couple of feet away. i was using open domes but i can't imagine closed would have been a lot better. i now use bluetooth koss kcs35 and they sound great for the price for streaming music, podcasts, and audiobooks. i also enjoy them for music on my hifi and headphones but still feel that i am missing something and that's what i hope widex can remedy. thanks for sharing your thoughts.
I wouldn't take this video as gospel. Widex are used by top musicians from Nashville to LA to Europe, not just the ones who do adds for Widex, but scores of every day pros. I am a multi instrumentalist and singer, former full time pro performer and current recording artist. Demo-ing the Widex Moment 330's right now, they blow everything else out of the water for playing and hearing music. So much depends on having expert, in person help with your HA's, without that you will be forever dissatisfied no matter what you choose. I tried a bunch, you won't do better than Widex as a musician. Unfortunately, nothing will replace the hearing we had before the problems started, just have to accept that and find the best solution you can afford. Most hearing aids have great return policies, so try first before deciding, and again, find a real hearing aid expert to dial them in, that's the key.
Hi, thank you for uploading your personal review. I m a musician from Holland, Europe, with tinnitus and hearingloss. I wear for 14 years widex with satisfaction. On the moment a 5 year old evoke. Oticon and phonak are probably slightly better for speaking situations, but my piano sounds very very bad with them (though they have music mode, they manipulate the sound more, music sounds not natural). Streaming in stereo with the tv dex (classical music on youtube) is in my opinion very good. Its heaven, I dont get too tired by massive sounds. Listening with headphones or speakers is no option any more because of little hyperacuse
Thank you for such an honest review. My husband has severe hearing loss, so he feels your pain. ( loud rock music as a youngun' )He has audible/ starskey and they have been fine. They're approx 7 years old so they're near the end of range capability. We are shopping for a new pair but not sure of brand. He went to an audiologist and this was the brand they recommended in our price point. After hearing about streaming or bluetooth capability, he's decided to probably stick to a blue parrot headset for his phone and headphones for his music. Like yourself, he is a music fanatic. He has been researching alot of brands and they all have their flaws, so I guess you pick one and hope for the best. He's retired and Medicare will pay a large portion, so hopefully it'll work. Thanks again for an outstanding review. Good luck and keep on "Rockin".
GREAT review! You've absolutely nailed the big failing of these hearing aids; streaming music or podcasts from your phone or iPad. The quality is atrocious; all treble and tinny-sounding, like the speakers voice is getting to me through a paper towel tube! Now, that being said, the units do a great job of helping me hear the TV and my wife's voice in our quiet home. That's fine. However, I'm looking at having to put the 440's in my pocket and switching to my apple Airpods whenever I want to listen to music or a podcast. ALSO: forget taking a phone call outside with these things! My caller heard the rainfall around me but couldn't make out my what I was saying! You have to switch audio to 'speaker' on your phone in order to have a conversation with anyone if you're outside. If you're inside, don't rattle paper or tap on your keypad; your caller will hear all that very well. I've only had my 440's for two days. Not sure I'll keep them. Mild to moderate hearing loss may be preferable to having to frequently switch between ear devices (Airpods to wWdex's). Thanks for your great review.
I’ve accepted that for streaming I’ll generally want to switch to my AirPods Pro although for a quick listen to speech-only content I can deal with the Widex quality. It sure does make me wish however that Apple would pursue the hearing aid route. But my understanding is that they’re not going to.
Hi, I am a musician and I have Widex,.. in my experience, these are the only ones I could ever use as a musician,.. I tried so many others and had no luck,.. then tried Widex and it really is as they advertised and they really are perfect for musicians!, (I apparently have perfect pitch so I know!!) as far as music, Are you referring to just streaming or live music? id recommend going with ear molds if you are using domes. Domes are not effective for streaming.. and also you should be using a music setting anyway when performing or playing music
@@kaylasmusic but it seems to be the problem is that with ear molds, 100% of the sound is coming through the device as opposed to open ear, which is only augmenting your week frequencies. I would think open air is giving me more sounds.
@@jerryballard371 so it depends on ur hearing loss,. Also it depends on the type. Mine are like classic embedded acrylic molds on mine, they have vents too so zero occlusion,.. but I have a moderate hearing loss so im a candidate for molds as opposed to domes,.. you could always try it out and go from there..they could always remake to your liking
@@jerryballard371Molds should have a vent that is sized according for your hearing loss and ear.. I have classic embedded acrylic earmolds on mine and they’re great. And i heave no occlusion with them really.. I have a moderate hearing loss which requires molds. Not sure how your hearing loss would compare but ask your audiologist what they recommend
Since most states require a 30 to 90 day trial period, its absolutely fair to use that to your benefit. I just returned a pair of Eargos (fine products, but just not acceptable to me as a musician) and am being fitted with Widex 110s tomorrow. I will have no hesitation about returning them for 220s, 330s, etc until I get the right solution for me. At these outrageous prices thats the least these companies owe us.
@@christee299 I am really liking them. I’ve worn them to several symphonies and completely forget they’re there. I suppose it’s a feature of any good hearing aid, but my sense of presence is greatly enhanced. I feel much more a part of my environment
@jerryballard371 nice! Thx for your reply! Happy to hear you're happy with them! I'm trying to decide between the 110s or if I should fork out the crazy amount of money for the 440s....It's really windy where I live, and I also work in a noisy environment. Looks like the 440s only have the wind suppression feature. Anyway, this whole HA thing is overwhelming as I'll be a first-time HA user 😵💫
Thank you so much for sharing your views on the Widex Moment 440. I am so pleased I found this video. I would like to consider myself as an audiophile and from what you have said, these devices are never going to meet my requirements to enhance the sound when listening to my speakers. I will keep looking...
Thank you for watching our real user reviews! I have also been chasing this proverbial "rabbit" since my hearing aid journey began. Here is my best piece of advice...compromise. Nothing is ever going to be perfect, nothing is ever going to be to the exact levels perfection we desire. BUT, we can get pretty darn close! Keep looking, keep doing the research, and keep watching our videos! Be sure to subscribe if you have not done so already! th-cam.com/users/Ziphearing?sub_confirmaton=1
I like this review. It's in plain, easy to understand language, and he's spot on about the streaming. Streaming works best when it supplements external sound, like using your hearing aids streaming WITH the TV's external speakers.
I agree with your comment about the streaming quality claimed by many hearing aid manufacturers as it is very poor when compared to $200 earbuds. It’s a technical trade off as the larger device drivers in the earbuds are larger consume more power. I have found after 6-9 months of using pho all and Signia hearing aids that you get used to the streaming quality. I often just swap them out for AirPods for music and streaming
Kudos on your review! Reminded me of my own frustrations a year ago when I got my first pair. You make many valid criticisms and I don't think the manufacturers make it any easier understanding what you get for your money. ie. The differences between model levels. I'm surprised you didn't get to try any alternatives, my audiologist allowed me to try 3 pairs. First, top of the line Widex then entry level, and finally entry level Phonak Lumity which I bought. I found the Bluetooth connectivity on the Widex almost useless. Reminded me of the old days trying to tune an FM radio to a station too far away.
@edwarschilka8411 -- This is good to hear as I was told I would get to try 3 different pairs (and their trim levels): Widex Moment Phonak Lumity Oticon Real Admittedly, I'm very curious about the Starkey Genesis AI but not sure they have them. I've lost about 50-60% of hearing in my R ear, especially the higher frequencies. Main things I'm [hoping] to solve for are: - Hearing/understanding my kids better, especially around the home and in the car. - Hearing in public places like a pub or a conference around a lot of people - Tinnitus masking: I have multiple oscillating high pitches form of somatic tinnitus. It gives me incredible anxiety at times - I love being active: gym, basketball, softball, sauna, running, mountain biking -- so ideally can handle moisture/sweat and motion - Live music concerts: enjoy going to them, would love to be able to hear the higher frequencies/pitch better
Thanks for the Widex review. Very interesting. I have had Widex 330s for almost two years now and I find that the ambient music / audiobook listening I do is greatly improved over the Phonaks (old technology) I used to have. Almost natural, except in a noisy environment like a pub. Can't do music PLUS other sounds but I don't think any hearing device can. Unlike your experience, my 330s do a terrific job with streamed content directly into the device, be it music or podcasts or books. Fantastic quality. Mine are battery powered, not re-chargeable - no idea if that makes a difference. I have some issues with how the bluetooth connection itself degrades as the batteries start to run low. It is dodgy if I have my phone in my back pocket, for example - the connection itself - not the sound quality - might not make it to my ears.
Very helpful, had my hearing test today and will go with these. Thanks for re-setting my expectations on sound quality. As music quality is hugely important to me, guess I’ll still have to use ear buds for good sound.
I have widex and i could tell you, its not the hearing aids as with the streaming. You need to go with vented earmolds on your hearing aids!, if you have no luck with domes!, as far as live music, especially with earmolds, they are actually really amazing and they are the only ones i could wver yse as a musician, and i have perfect pitch apparently so I know!, I have been through tons of devices and had to BEG to get those and id never change,. Im suprised because he is the first I’ve ever seen to complain, however it’s all a matter of your hearing loss..
@@kaylasmusic Thanks for your comment. I did go ahead with the Moment 440s, am very pleased, and as expected, music is disappointing. However, I think my expectations were perhaps out of line as all these are tiny devices and how on earth could one hope to get fidelity of sound through them. For proper listening I just remove them and revert to good headphones which still sound great despite my hearing loss.
@@chansfor So first off, are you referring to live music or streaming? I have ZERO issues with either,.. although I don’t really stream i just do live music,.. for music i always use my music setting anyway and it works WONDERS!, like literally perfect, better than any other device I have ever had, and those has music settings too.. second off, Molds also always work better especially for musicians than domes… do you have domes or molds on yours?, if your a musician I’d recommend going with molds instead, although again, i just do live music but as far as streaming i had never had any issues.. I am able to sing and perform with them perfectly fine and they have no issues! I can’t see any other devices that have the same accommodation for musicians like Widex has, it’s said to be known that Widex is the go too for musicians, some people tend to have some luck with Oticon sometimes but still widex is number one.. When you were choosing devices, did you test them out? Id recommend testing things out and report back to your audiologist about any issues if needed
I suspect the discrepancy between Widex' reputed sound quality for music and the disappointing results with streaming is that with the latter all of the sound including the bass comes from the aids, whereas when listening to live music or hifi system the bass is external.
Thanks for the comment! I would tend to agree with your statement, for sure. The drivers, or little speakers, in the hearing aids are not capable of producing the rich bass response that a headphone is able to create. However, the hearing aids are able to use the bass from the outside environment and supplement it with the drivers in the device to create a more rich and pleasing sound.
Lars check apple settings #1 turn off reduce load sounds #2 Set apple EQ for Late Night #3 Bluetooth info device type , other is the loadest but try hearing aid also . Let me know if this helps I,m looking to buy the 440s thanks in advance
I fully expect that I’ll need to use whatever hearing aids I settle on in conjunction with my Airpods Pro for streaming, particularly since Airpods Pro allow you to upload your Sonogram to optimize them to your needs. I truly wish Apple would expand Airpods into proper hearing aids.
I hot these 2 weeks ago and have been happy. My charger has a hinged lid. Streaming is not set up for Android. I can put blue tooth ear buds in whlie the earing aids are in. My ear inserts anre not molded and have little holes in them to allow natursl spund to come in too. So this work around ix great. The Moment app is downloadable to my phone and is intuitive. In church, I noticed thc bzvk pew conversations right away. Audiologist adjusted the compression etc. I am at 90% correction and go in in 2 weeks for further tweaking. So far, vry natural sounding and I am happy. You can adust e.q. in the app. I take thesd pug when playing loud drums or in a Big band. My loss is 4k up. Thesd havd restored detail and clarity yk my ears. Hearing tamborine and hi hats with greater detail in mixes and on radio. Expensive, but good.
I've been using the Widex hearing aids for 4 years and I think they definitely are superior for music audio and have more natural sound compared to other brands. My audiologist allowed me to test drive other brands for a full week so I know. That being said, they are inferior to Apple AirPods.
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The usability of the top line hearing aids I've encountered is underwhelming. A simple thing as giving the uder the option to control which button does what is obviously not what they think is useful. Some hearing aids manufacturers decides that they know better than you and add programmes on top of those you agreed to with your audiologist. Treating steaming as another input to the selected setting is often not possible so streaming takes presidence and enforce the only setting they think you'd like so if you have a music mode, a quiet one for noisy environments (eg sitting in a bus) etc streaming is not respecting the setting you choose but change to the only one it's connected to. Etc etc etc I've been using hearing aids for 48 years and expect a way more user centric approach.
It had been 33 and 43 years ago since I had any seizure activity UNTIL I was fitted with WIDEX Bluetooth hearing aids. These hearing aids could have killed me and my condition has been extremely worsened. 4 Trips to ER and ICU, memory loss and focal abilities affected and 150k in medical bills in 2023 before I figured out the cause. STAY AWAY FROM BLUETOOTH EAR PIECES all together. The seizures in 2023 were far worse than the other 2 I've had early in life.
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I want to sincerely thank you for your honest appraisal of the Widex Moment Sheer 440. For over 50 years I’ve been a musician and worked in broadcast electronics. I’ve always been on a quest for hearing aids that will allow me to hear, sounds, especially music the way it’s meant to be heard. The hearing aids I purchased a few years ago were fairly sophisticated in that they had several bands of equalization, Limiters and AGC and so forth, but it all came down to this little transducer that went in my ear that sounded so tinny, thin, metallic, fake. So all the new circuitry in front of it made no difference when it was delivered by a weak transducer or speaker if you would. Of all the videos I’ve watched and all the information I’ve read you’re the only one that’s told me that they have not improved that aspect of hearing aids. While they have developed all these bands of circuitry, Bluetooth capabilities, and so forth, they have not improved on the device that actually delivers the sound to your ear You answered the question nobody else would. You told me that the weak link in the chain is still that little tiny transducer. Widex had all these musicians doing testimonials of how they could hear the music like never before, and they almost had me but then I stumble onto your video where you tell it like it is. I appreciate that, you’ve saved me a lot of time and money. Thank you.
This guy had the wrong ear piece domes are not meant for steaming.. if you’re a musician, go with a custom mold ear piece, ,.. i use widex, im a musician and I apparently have absolute pitch, so I know.. and the Widex hearing aids ARE as advertised, they are the best for musicians, again, ive tried Many others and couldn’t do music with them, Widex really has changed my life for the better, id suggest trying out different things, and see what you prefer most
Our practice has ALWAYS loaned prospective clients a pair to wear for a week prior to purchase. Then we give a 30 day 100% money back guarantee if the client does purchase. We find that very beneficial to both the wearer and our practice. Measure twice, cut once. Selling someone devices for several thousand dollars AND THEN trying to make them work never made sense to us. Insist on trying it before you buy it is my advice.
We also have people wear different brands before purchase. I strongly disagree with Lars statement that there isnt much difference between mfg. Each company has a “flavor” to their sound processing that can make a huge difference for different individuals.
i am considering these as well as the moment smartric aids for the same reason - that they seem to be the consensus best aids for music. i too started out with the eargos (the 5) and it immediately made me realize what i'd been missing, but i was never truly happy with the the sound quality, in general or with music. after a year, i upgraded to the over-the-counter jabra enhance select 200 aids and that was a noticeable improvement in every respect. but streaming quality was atrocious, and it dropped the stream constantly even though the source (my phone) was only a couple of feet away. i was using open domes but i can't imagine closed would have been a lot better. i now use bluetooth koss kcs35 and they sound great for the price for streaming music, podcasts, and audiobooks. i also enjoy them for music on my hifi and headphones but still feel that i am missing something and that's what i hope widex can remedy. thanks for sharing your thoughts.
I wouldn't take this video as gospel. Widex are used by top musicians from Nashville to LA to Europe, not just the ones who do adds for Widex, but scores of every day pros. I am a multi instrumentalist and singer, former full time pro performer and current recording artist. Demo-ing the Widex Moment 330's right now, they blow everything else out of the water for playing and hearing music. So much depends on having expert, in person help with your HA's, without that you will be forever dissatisfied no matter what you choose. I tried a bunch, you won't do better than Widex as a musician. Unfortunately, nothing will replace the hearing we had before the problems started, just have to accept that and find the best solution you can afford. Most hearing aids have great return policies, so try first before deciding, and again, find a real hearing aid expert to dial them in, that's the key.
Hi, thank you for uploading your personal review. I m a musician from Holland, Europe, with tinnitus and hearingloss. I wear for 14 years widex with satisfaction. On the moment a 5 year old evoke. Oticon and phonak are probably slightly better for speaking situations, but my piano sounds very very bad with them (though they have music mode, they manipulate the sound more, music sounds not natural). Streaming in stereo with the tv dex (classical music on youtube) is in my opinion very good. Its heaven, I dont get too tired by massive sounds. Listening with headphones or speakers is no option any more because of little hyperacuse
Same here, my piano sounded horrible through every hearing aid I tried. With Widex I am playing keyboards and smiling again.
Thank you for such an honest review. My husband has severe hearing loss, so he feels your pain. ( loud rock music as a youngun' )He has audible/ starskey and they have been fine. They're approx 7 years old so they're near the end of range capability. We are shopping for a new pair but not sure of brand. He went to an audiologist and this was the brand they recommended in our price point. After hearing about streaming or bluetooth capability, he's decided to probably stick to a blue parrot headset for his phone and headphones for his music. Like yourself, he is a music fanatic. He has been researching alot of brands and they all have their flaws, so I guess you pick one and hope for the best. He's retired and Medicare will pay a large portion, so hopefully it'll work. Thanks again for an outstanding review. Good luck and keep on "Rockin".
GREAT review! You've absolutely nailed the big failing of these hearing aids; streaming music or podcasts from your phone or iPad. The quality is atrocious; all treble and tinny-sounding, like the speakers voice is getting to me through a paper towel tube! Now, that being said, the units do a great job of helping me hear the TV and my wife's voice in our quiet home. That's fine. However, I'm looking at having to put the 440's in my pocket and switching to my apple Airpods whenever I want to listen to music or a podcast. ALSO: forget taking a phone call outside with these things! My caller heard the rainfall around me but couldn't make out my what I was saying! You have to switch audio to 'speaker' on your phone in order to have a conversation with anyone if you're outside. If you're inside, don't rattle paper or tap on your keypad; your caller will hear all that very well. I've only had my 440's for two days. Not sure I'll keep them. Mild to moderate hearing loss may be preferable to having to frequently switch between ear devices (Airpods to wWdex's). Thanks for your great review.
I’ve accepted that for streaming I’ll generally want to switch to my AirPods Pro although for a quick listen to speech-only content I can deal with the Widex quality.
It sure does make me wish however that Apple would pursue the hearing aid route. But my understanding is that they’re not going to.
Hi, I am a musician and I have Widex,.. in my experience, these are the only ones I could ever use as a musician,.. I tried so many others and had no luck,.. then tried Widex and it really is as they advertised and they really are perfect for musicians!, (I apparently have perfect pitch so I know!!) as far as music, Are you referring to just streaming or live music? id recommend going with ear molds if you are using domes. Domes are not effective for streaming.. and also you should be using a music setting anyway when performing or playing music
@@kaylasmusic but it seems to be the problem is that with ear molds, 100% of the sound is coming through the device as opposed to open ear, which is only augmenting your week frequencies. I would think open air is giving me more sounds.
@@jerryballard371 so it depends on ur hearing loss,. Also it depends on the type. Mine are like classic embedded acrylic molds on mine, they have vents too so zero occlusion,.. but I have a moderate hearing loss so im a candidate for molds as opposed to domes,.. you could always try it out and go from there..they could always remake to your liking
@@jerryballard371Molds should have a vent that is sized according for your hearing loss and ear.. I have classic embedded acrylic earmolds on mine and they’re great. And i heave no occlusion with them really.. I have a moderate hearing loss which requires molds. Not sure how your hearing loss would compare but ask your audiologist what they recommend
Since most states require a 30 to 90 day trial period, its absolutely fair to use that to your benefit. I just returned a pair of Eargos (fine products, but just not acceptable to me as a musician) and am being fitted with Widex 110s tomorrow. I will have no hesitation about returning them for 220s, 330s, etc until I get the right solution for me. At these outrageous prices thats the least these companies owe us.
How are the 110s?
@@christee299 I am really liking them. I’ve worn them to several symphonies and completely forget they’re there. I suppose it’s a feature of any good hearing aid, but my sense of presence is greatly enhanced. I feel much more a part of my environment
@jerryballard371 nice! Thx for your reply! Happy to hear you're happy with them! I'm trying to decide between the 110s or if I should fork out the crazy amount of money for the 440s....It's really windy where I live, and I also work in a noisy environment. Looks like the 440s only have the wind suppression feature. Anyway, this whole HA thing is overwhelming as I'll be a first-time HA user 😵💫
Thank you so much for sharing your views on the Widex Moment 440. I am so pleased I found this video.
I would like to consider myself as an audiophile and from what you have said, these devices are never going to meet my requirements to enhance the sound when listening to my speakers. I will keep looking...
Thank you for watching our real user reviews! I have also been chasing this proverbial "rabbit" since my hearing aid journey began. Here is my best piece of advice...compromise. Nothing is ever going to be perfect, nothing is ever going to be to the exact levels perfection we desire. BUT, we can get pretty darn close! Keep looking, keep doing the research, and keep watching our videos! Be sure to subscribe if you have not done so already! th-cam.com/users/Ziphearing?sub_confirmaton=1
@@Ziphearing Thank you so much for your comment. R
I like this review. It's in plain, easy to understand language, and he's spot on about the streaming. Streaming works best when it supplements external sound, like using your hearing aids streaming WITH the TV's external speakers.
I agree with your comment about the streaming quality claimed by many hearing aid manufacturers as it is very poor when compared to $200 earbuds. It’s a technical trade off as the larger device drivers in the earbuds are larger consume more power. I have found after 6-9 months of using pho all and Signia hearing aids that you get used to the streaming quality. I often just swap them out for AirPods for music and streaming
Kudos on your review! Reminded me of my own frustrations a year ago when I got my first pair. You make many valid criticisms and I don't think the manufacturers make it any easier understanding what you get for your money. ie. The differences between model levels. I'm surprised you didn't get to try any alternatives, my audiologist allowed me to try 3 pairs. First, top of the line Widex then entry level, and finally entry level Phonak Lumity which I bought. I found the Bluetooth connectivity on the Widex almost useless. Reminded me of the old days trying to tune an FM radio to a station too far away.
@edwarschilka8411 -- This is good to hear as I was told I would get to try 3 different pairs (and their trim levels):
Widex Moment
Phonak Lumity
Oticon Real
Admittedly, I'm very curious about the Starkey Genesis AI but not sure they have them.
I've lost about 50-60% of hearing in my R ear, especially the higher frequencies.
Main things I'm [hoping] to solve for are:
- Hearing/understanding my kids better, especially around the home and in the car.
- Hearing in public places like a pub or a conference around a lot of people
- Tinnitus masking: I have multiple oscillating high pitches form of somatic tinnitus. It gives me incredible anxiety at times
- I love being active: gym, basketball, softball, sauna, running, mountain biking -- so ideally can handle moisture/sweat and motion
- Live music concerts: enjoy going to them, would love to be able to hear the higher frequencies/pitch better
Thanks so much for your candid review. This was really helpful.
Thanks for the Widex review. Very interesting. I have had Widex 330s for almost two years now and I find that the ambient music / audiobook listening I do is greatly improved over the Phonaks (old technology) I used to have. Almost natural, except in a noisy environment like a pub. Can't do music PLUS other sounds but I don't think any hearing device can. Unlike your experience, my 330s do a terrific job with streamed content directly into the device, be it music or podcasts or books. Fantastic quality. Mine are battery powered, not re-chargeable - no idea if that makes a difference. I have some issues with how the bluetooth connection itself degrades as the batteries start to run low. It is dodgy if I have my phone in my back pocket, for example - the connection itself - not the sound quality - might not make it to my ears.
Thank you for this honest review. Quite dissappointing to hear that the streaming sound is that bad...
Thank you that was very helpful!
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Very helpful, had my hearing test today and will go with these. Thanks for re-setting my expectations on sound quality. As music quality is hugely important to me, guess I’ll still have to use ear buds for good sound.
I have widex and i could tell you, its not the hearing aids as with the streaming. You need to go with vented earmolds on your hearing aids!, if you have no luck with domes!, as far as live music, especially with earmolds, they are actually really amazing and they are the only ones i could wver yse as a musician, and i have perfect pitch apparently so I know!, I have been through tons of devices and had to BEG to get those and id never change,. Im suprised because he is the first I’ve ever seen to complain, however it’s all a matter of your hearing loss..
@@kaylasmusic Thanks for your comment. I did go ahead with the Moment 440s, am very pleased, and as expected, music is disappointing. However, I think my expectations were perhaps out of line as all these are tiny devices and how on earth could one hope to get fidelity of sound through them. For proper listening I just remove them and revert to good headphones which still sound great despite my hearing loss.
@@chansfor So first off, are you referring to live music or streaming? I have ZERO issues with either,.. although I don’t really stream i just do live music,.. for music i always use my music setting anyway and it works WONDERS!, like literally perfect, better than any other device I have ever had, and those has music settings too.. second off, Molds also always work better especially for musicians than domes… do you have domes or molds on yours?, if your a musician I’d recommend going with molds instead, although again, i just do live music but as far as streaming i had never had any issues.. I am able to sing and perform with them perfectly fine and they have no issues! I can’t see any other devices that have the same accommodation for musicians like Widex has, it’s said to be known that Widex is the go too for musicians, some people tend to have some luck with Oticon sometimes but still widex is number one.. When you were choosing devices, did you test them out? Id recommend testing things out and report back to your audiologist about any issues if needed
I suspect the discrepancy between Widex' reputed sound quality for music and the disappointing results with streaming is that with the latter all of the sound including the bass comes from the aids, whereas when listening to live music or hifi system the bass is external.
Thanks for the comment! I would tend to agree with your statement, for sure. The drivers, or little speakers, in the hearing aids are not capable of producing the rich bass response that a headphone is able to create. However, the hearing aids are able to use the bass from the outside environment and supplement it with the drivers in the device to create a more rich and pleasing sound.
Lars check apple settings #1 turn off reduce load sounds #2 Set apple EQ for Late Night #3 Bluetooth info device type , other is the loadest but try hearing aid also . Let me know if this helps I,m looking to buy the 440s thanks in advance
I fully expect that I’ll need to use whatever hearing aids I settle on in conjunction with my Airpods Pro for streaming, particularly since Airpods Pro allow you to upload your Sonogram to optimize them to your needs.
I truly wish Apple would expand Airpods into proper hearing aids.
Many thxs!!!!!
Many thanks to you as well!
I hot these 2 weeks ago and have been happy. My charger has a hinged lid. Streaming is not set up for Android. I can put blue tooth ear buds in whlie the earing aids are in. My ear inserts anre not molded and have little holes in them to allow natursl spund to come in too. So this work around ix great.
The Moment app is downloadable to my phone and is intuitive. In church, I noticed thc bzvk pew conversations right away. Audiologist adjusted the compression etc. I am at 90% correction and go in in 2 weeks for further tweaking. So far, vry natural sounding and I am happy. You can adust e.q. in the app. I take thesd pug when playing loud drums or in a Big band. My loss is 4k up. Thesd havd restored detail and clarity yk my ears. Hearing tamborine and hi hats with greater detail in mixes and on radio. Expensive, but good.
Are you still enjoying the 440s? I'm a first time HA user and unsure if I should go with that level or start lower with the 110s.
Yes. I have no complaints. The 110s may not have the features of the 440s. Your hearing is worth it. Go for the best
I've been using the Widex hearing aids for 4 years and I think they definitely are superior for music audio and have more natural sound compared to other brands. My audiologist allowed me to test drive other brands for a full week so I know. That being said, they are inferior to Apple AirPods.
Thanks for watching! Widex certainly has a reputation for being a "musician's" hearing aid, just ask Steve Lukather from Toto lol. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on upcoming user videos! th-cam.com/users/Ziphearing?sub_confirmaton=1
how is your experience after 6 months of releasing this video? is the feeling better? I am using CIC version.
thanks
Am been wearing aids for 35 years without am dead but why why so expensetive why they know we needit
The usability of the top line hearing aids I've encountered is underwhelming.
A simple thing as giving the uder the option to control which button does what is obviously not what they think is useful.
Some hearing aids manufacturers decides that they know better than you and add programmes on top of those you agreed to with your audiologist.
Treating steaming as another input to the selected setting is often not possible so streaming takes presidence and enforce the only setting they think you'd like so if you have a music mode, a quiet one for noisy environments (eg sitting in a bus) etc streaming is not respecting the setting you choose but change to the only one it's connected to.
Etc etc etc
I've been using hearing aids for 48 years and expect a way more user centric approach.
I would've taken them back
It had been 33 and 43 years ago since I had any seizure activity UNTIL I was fitted with WIDEX Bluetooth hearing aids. These hearing aids could have killed me and my condition has been extremely worsened. 4 Trips to ER and ICU, memory loss and focal abilities affected and 150k in medical bills in 2023 before I figured out the cause. STAY AWAY FROM BLUETOOTH EAR PIECES all together. The seizures in 2023 were far worse than the other 2 I've had early in life.