I need hearing aids which kind?

Don Kennedy · 05-06-2021, 09:29 AM

Ok My wife says I need hearing aids so now I have tried the amplifier and they do not work anyone have a suggestion on what kind to get ?? the smaller the better I think never protected my hearing since 1963 racing all this time lol at me

jmcarter · 05-06-2021, 09:43 AM

Wife has had good luck with reasonable pricing through Costco. Any needed adjustments have been easily addressed at any Costco. Pretty handy since we take extended RV trips (up until last year).

340Cuda · 05-06-2021, 10:11 AM

I have also heard (pun intended) that Costco has good prices and a good product when it comes to hearing aids. My wife is considering some and has talked to Costco.

I believe you do not have to be a member to buy them, but you do need to be a member to get support past the initial warranty.

This may not be 100% correct but there is some future benefit to being a member.

stage1scott · 05-06-2021, 10:12 AM

once you actually have quality hearing aids, it is a life changer. Costco is absolutely hands down the best value-they have all types in all price ranges and offer a free 3 year warranty that even covers losing one set. You can also have a little bluetooth box hooked to your television that puts the sound right in your ears, easily adjust with your phone or the volume buttons themselves-tv can be muted, no one else even knows you are watching. same with music streamed from your phone while tinkering. DO IT you will love them

Rusty Davenport · 05-06-2021, 10:25 AM

I'm with you guys.... it is where you can get service because they do require service work over time. Most people are dissatisfied because they thought they would hear as good as ever.....NOT TRUE.....but they are a great help and your success will be your willingness to work with them. Nothing will replace your natural hearing. I have been wearing them for years and I personally like buying them from an audiologist that can match them to your ear and hearing problem.

Bill Harris · 05-06-2021, 10:38 AM

Another vote for Costco. I have had them for several years and the service and support by Costco has been excellent.

Barry Polley · 05-06-2021, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Don Kennedy

Ok My wife says I need hearing aids so now I have tried the amplifier and they do not work anyone have a suggestion on what kind to get ?? the smaller the better I think never protected my hearing since 1963 racing all this time lol at me

Hey Don.
What?

. Selective hearing... but I’m due too , same boat.

Sean Marconette · 05-06-2021, 01:21 PM

You need to go to an audiologist and understand what levels of hearing loss you have. Sorry but a box store is not going to have that level, or quality of product or personnel. Quality is not cheap. Do you want Bluetooth, rechargeable or willing to replace batteries each week? A box store may allow you to try them out and may also be able make slight adjustments while your in the store. That environment will be different than in your car or else where. Being in large mechanical rooms for too many years and being too dumb to use hearing protection and loud music is what caught up with me. I tried the box store ones and was not impressed by the quality or staff. I started with Phonac brand replaceable battery and no Bluetooth, then switched to Bluetooth and rechargeable within a trial period and only paid the difference. They were not cheap and our insurance covered some of the cost. It will amaze you of what you have not been hearing!

Bob Pagano · 05-06-2021, 01:27 PM

If you are a Vet. go to the VA no cost and they do the testing first, free replacement repair and free batteries for life.

Tinker Toy 2 · 05-06-2021, 01:35 PM

Don,

I'm like you never protected my hearing while being around racing from a similar time period and heavy construction equipment.

Make sure what you have is not Tinnitus. Paid for audiologist to set me up with rechargeable bluetooth expensive set about 2 years ago only to find out that hearing aids will not completely do away with Tinnitus even adding " white noise" to the adjustment.

Good luck,

05-06-2021, 09:29 AM	#1
Don Kennedy VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Near Portland TN Posts: 1,548 Likes: 3,454 Liked 803 Times in 213 Posts	I need hearing aids which kind? Ok My wife says I need hearing aids so now I have tried the amplifier and they do not work anyone have a suggestion on what kind to get ?? the smaller the better I think never protected my hearing since 1963 racing all this time lol at me __________________ Don Kennedy 7701 SS

05-06-2021, 09:43 AM	#2
jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,122 Likes: 1,978 Liked 2,705 Times in 853 Posts	Re: I need hearing aids which kind? Wife has had good luck with reasonable pricing through Costco. Any needed adjustments have been easily addressed at any Costco. Pretty handy since we take extended RV trips (up until last year). __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock

05-06-2021, 10:11 AM	#3
340Cuda VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 1,570 Likes: 3,193 Liked 677 Times in 290 Posts	Re: I need hearing aids which kind? I have also heard (pun intended) that Costco has good prices and a good product when it comes to hearing aids. My wife is considering some and has talked to Costco. I believe you do not have to be a member to buy them, but you do need to be a member to get support past the initial warranty. This may not be 100% correct but there is some future benefit to being a member.

05-06-2021, 10:12 AM	#4
stage1scott Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Cornville Posts: 403 Likes: 1,655 Liked 97 Times in 43 Posts	Re: I need hearing aids which kind? once you actually have quality hearing aids, it is a life changer. Costco is absolutely hands down the best value-they have all types in all price ranges and offer a free 3 year warranty that even covers losing one set. You can also have a little bluetooth box hooked to your television that puts the sound right in your ears, easily adjust with your phone or the volume buttons themselves-tv can be muted, no one else even knows you are watching. same with music streamed from your phone while tinkering. DO IT you will love them __________________ Scott McIntyre-Cornville-retirement at last! 2015 Chevy SS. LS3/ 6 spd Stick-Wolf in sheeps clothing!

05-06-2021, 10:25 AM	#5
Rusty Davenport Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Nashville N.C. Posts: 505 Likes: 4 Liked 100 Times in 26 Posts	Re: I need hearing aids which kind? I'm with you guys.... it is where you can get service because they do require service work over time. Most people are dissatisfied because they thought they would hear as good as ever.....NOT TRUE.....but they are a great help and your success will be your willingness to work with them. Nothing will replace your natural hearing. I have been wearing them for years and I personally like buying them from an audiologist that can match them to your ear and hearing problem. __________________ NHRA AND IHRA STOCK ELIMINATOR 2772

05-06-2021, 10:38 AM	#6
Bill Harris Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Ooltewah, TN Posts: 420 Likes: 13 Liked 26 Times in 13 Posts	Re: I need hearing aids which kind? Another vote for Costco. I have had them for several years and the service and support by Costco has been excellent. __________________ Bill Harris ex 2172 STK ex 2272 S/S

05-06-2021, 01:21 PM	#8
Sean Marconette Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 958 Likes: 618 Liked 165 Times in 60 Posts	Re: I need hearing aids which kind? You need to go to an audiologist and understand what levels of hearing loss you have. Sorry but a box store is not going to have that level, or quality of product or personnel. Quality is not cheap. Do you want Bluetooth, rechargeable or willing to replace batteries each week? A box store may allow you to try them out and may also be able make slight adjustments while your in the store. That environment will be different than in your car or else where. Being in large mechanical rooms for too many years and being too dumb to use hearing protection and loud music is what caught up with me. I tried the box store ones and was not impressed by the quality or staff. I started with Phonac brand replaceable battery and no Bluetooth, then switched to Bluetooth and rechargeable within a trial period and only paid the difference. They were not cheap and our insurance covered some of the cost. It will amaze you of what you have not been hearing! __________________ Sean Marconette 84 Mustang 5060 SS/N

05-06-2021, 01:27 PM	#9
Bob Pagano VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: New Holland, PA Mooresville,NC Posts: 1,163 Likes: 212 Liked 16 Times in 11 Posts	Re: I need hearing aids which kind? If you are a Vet. go to the VA no cost and they do the testing first, free replacement repair and free batteries for life. __________________ Bob Pagano A/SA

05-06-2021, 01:35 PM	#10
Tinker Toy 2 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Posts: 3 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: I need hearing aids which kind? Don, I'm like you never protected my hearing while being around racing from a similar time period and heavy construction equipment. Make sure what you have is not Tinnitus. Paid for audiologist to set me up with rechargeable bluetooth expensive set about 2 years ago only to find out that hearing aids will not completely do away with Tinnitus even adding " white noise" to the adjustment. Good luck,