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Audio Processor Comparison

You should have an audio processor that’s made to fit you. That’s why we make our audio processors easy to use, comfortable to wear, and dependable for everyday life.

Loaded with the latest technology, our audio processors deliver all the features you want in stylish designs you’ll love to wear. What's more, they are all compatible with any MED‑EL cochlear implant from the last 20+ years, so you can choose the processor which most suits you.

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Automatic Sound Management Hands-free control adapts to changing listening environments to ensure optimal hearing.
Automatic Volume Control Seamlessly adjusts volume levels so soft sounds are clearer and loud sounds are more comfortable.
Automatic Volume Control Seamlessly adjusts volume levels so soft sounds are clearer and loud sounds are more comfortable.

Automatic Sound Management 2.0 Hear better in challenging listening situations with noise reduction technology.
Microphone Directionality Focuses on the sounds in front of you for easier listening, especially in noisy environments.
Microphone Directionality Focuses on the sounds in front of you for easier listening, especially in noisy environments.
Wind Noise Reduction Actively minimises distracting wind noise without muffling speech for better listening outdoors.
Wind Noise Reduction Actively minimizes distracting wind noise without muffling speech for better listening outdoors.

Automatic Sound Management 3.0** Automatically adapts settings for great hearing in any environment.
Adaptive Intelligence Identifies the kind of environment you’re in, and adjusts settings to give you your best hearing possible.
Adaptive Intelligence Identifies the kind of environment you’re in and adjusts settings to give you your best hearing possible.
Transient Noise Reduction Reduces sudden loud noises, such as a motorcycle racing past, so they don’t disturb your hearing.
Transient Noise Reduction Reduces sudden loud noises, such as a motorcycle racing past, so they don’t disturb your hearing.
Ambient Noise Reduction Constant background noises, like an air conditioning unit, are minimised, allowing you to concentrate on the conversation.
Ambient Noise Reduction Constant background noises, like an air conditioning unit, are minimized, allowing you to concentrate on the conversation.

Water Resistance You can be ready for unexpected rain showers or relaxing days at the beach.
Water Resistance Built-in protection to keep your processor safe from rain, sweat, and other moisture.
Water Resistance Built-in protection to keep your processor safe from rain, sweat, and other moisture.	IP68: Waterproof*	IP68: Waterproof*	IP54: Splashproof	IP54: Splashproof
Extra Protection With WaterWear These sleek, transparent covers provide extra protection and make your audio processor ready for swimming and other water-related activities.
Extra Protection With WaterWear These sleek, transparent covers provide extra protection and make your audio processor ready for swimming and other water-related activities.

Battery Technology Advanced processing keeps you hearing longer without compromising hearing performance.
Long-Lasting Power Battery life you can rely on.
Long-Lasting Power Battery life you can rely on.
Rechargeable Batteries Stay charged with easy-to-use rechargeable battery options.
Rechargeable Batteries Stay charged with easy-to-use rechargeable battery options.
Wireless Charging No more changing batteries thanks to wireless charging technology.
Wireless Charging No more changing batteries, thanks to wireless charging technology.

Connectivity Easily connect to assistive listening devices or stream sound directly.
Universal Connectivity Device Specially created for MED-EL processors, these devices allow you to connect to external devices for easier listening.
Universal Connectivity Device Specially created for MED-EL processors, these devices allow you to connect to external devices for easier listening.	AudioLink XT	AudioLink	AudioLink
Streaming Directly stream music and phone calls to your audio processor.
Streaming Directly stream music and phone calls to your audio processor.	Integrated	AudioStream Adapter	AudioStream
Wireless Sytems Connect to wireless microphones in challenging environments.
Wireless Systems Connect to wireless microphones in challenging environments.	via AudioLink XT
Bluetooth^® Neckloops Connect to phones and more via Bluetooth accessories.
Bluetooth^® Neckloops Connect to phones and more via Bluetooth accessories.	via AudioLink XT
Hearing Loops Hear better in public places with telecoil connectivity.
Hearing Loops Hear better in public places with telecoil connectivity.	via AudioLink XT
Direct Audio Input Connect directly to your phone or other device with a standard headphone jack.
Direct Audio Input Connect directly to your phone or other device with a standard headphone jack.

Apps Get the most from your audio processor with helpful apps.
HearCare MED-EL** Access hearing care whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you.
HearCare MED-EL** Access hearing care whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you.
AudioKey 3 Change settings more conveniently from your phone.
AudioKey 3 Change settings more conveniently from your phone.

Child-Friendly Features Parent-friendly design makes it easy to keep your child hearing.
Children’s Wearing Options Attach the processor to your child’s clothing for all-day comfort for little ears.
Children’s Wearing Options Attach the processor to your child’s clothing for all-day comfort for little ears.
Tamperproof Design Processor cannot be taken apart by little fingers.
Tamperproof Design Processor cannot be taken apart by little fingers.
Guardian Role Use the AudioKey 3 app to change settings on your child’s processor from your phone.
Guardian Role Use the AudioKey 3 app to change settings on your child’s processor from your phone.
Additional Fixation Options Accessories help hold the processor securely, even for active children.
Additional Fixation Options Accessories help hold the processor securely, even for active children.
Link Monitoring LED indicator lets you easily see the audio processor is properly connected.
Link Monitoring LED indicator lets you easily see the audio processor is properly connected.

Remote Control Options Change your processor settings and hear how you want to.
FineTuner Echo Adjust settings using this user-friendly remote control.
FineTuner Echo Adjust settings using this user-friendly remote control.
FineTuner A small, slim remote control for quick setting changes.
FineTuner A small, slim remote control for quick setting changes.

Practical Design Made for everyday ease-of-use and wearing comfort.
Compact & Lightweight So natural you might forget it’s even there.
Compact & Lightweight So natural you might forget it’s even there.
All-in-One Design Battery and coil in a single unit for added simplicity.
All-in-One Design Battery and coil in a single unit for added simplicity.
Lasting Reliability Robust design keep you hearing without interruptions.
Lasting Reliability Robust design keeps you hearing without interruptions.
Colour Options Blend in or stand out with a range of colours or Design Covers.
Color Options Blend in or stand out with a range of colors or Design Covers.
Charge on the Go Continue using your audio processor while charging without any hearing downtime.
Charge on the Go Continue using your audio processor while charging without any hearing downtime.

Hearing Performance We’ll make sure you’re getting the best hearing you can.
Closest to Natural Hearing Works together with your implant for the most natural sound quality possible.
Closest to Natural Hearing Works together with your implant for the most natural sound quality possible.
Hearing Aid Compatibility Can be used with hearing aids of any type, from any manufacturer.
Hearing Aid Compatibility Can be used with hearing aids of any type, from any manufacturer.
Future Ready Easily upgrade to new sound coding strategies in the future.
Future Ready Easily upgrade to new sound coding strategies in the future.
EAS Adaptability Optional hearing aid component to make use of your natural residual hearing.
EAS Adaptability Optional hearing aid component to make use of your natural residual hearing.
Datalogging Collects information so that your clinician can fine-tune your processor’s settings to your needs.
Datalogging Collects information so that your clinician can fine-tune your processor’s settings to your needs.

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* Waterproof for immersion in water up to a maximum depth of 1 meter for 60 minutes. WaterWear is recommended for swimming and showering.

** Only available on some versions of SONNET 2. You can check the SONNET 2 variant you have here. For full details on its features, please see the technical data.

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