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In reply to @prodigyplace

Below is a screenshot of how the microshell is different than the other molds and domes. I think it’s just the (completely in the canal) version, but only houses the receiver and not the circuitries for the itself.

I think @SpudGunner was just joking about the thing. The closest I can see to DTC is the Cochlear Implant. The next closest thing I can think of is the EarLens brand that vibrates the eardrum itself. It requires an doctor to install the device into your ear. At least these 2 types comes into contact with the sensory system directly instead of using airwaves to make contact like normal HAs.

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@prodigyplace: Yes, my “Direct to Cortex” is coming, I’m sure, and it will probably be thanks to Elon Musk. But it’s a joke for now.

I’ve just had new molds cast - I’m waiting for them at the end of next week. I use hard acrylic molds that are very comfortable. I think the most important thing is that they seal the ear canal opening perfectly.

In reply to @prodigyplace

@prodigyplace said:

Micro shell is a deep fit. What is the advantage of that? Or the use case?

From what they’re saying in that literature, the MicroShell probably stays in better (better retention) and is probably less conspicuous (aesthetic) than the MicroMold. But they mention a variable vent tube size for the MicroMold but they don’t say anything about the vent for the MicroShell.

I’ve had type aids before which is basically the same as the MicroShell, but the closed end of it is longer (and hence becomes visible from the outside) because it has to house the circuitries for the . Without this part, this MicroShell may “disappear” into the canal and the wire coming out may not be as noticeable as the battery door of the full CIC type.

But the MicroMold seems to also have the advantage of coming in a soft silicone mold or a VarioTherm type mold, while the MicroShell can only be hard acrylic.

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