Hearing loss is a relatively common problem worldwide which can be caused by loud noises, aging, disease, heredity, and also genetic variations. In fact, about one-third of older adults suffer from hearing loss, and the chance of developing this disorder only increases with age. A recent article published by the World Health Organization suggests that over 5% of the world’s population (~430 million people) require rehabilitation to address their hearing loss. It is also estimated that by 2050, over 700 million people (1 in every 10 people) will suffer from hearing loss. People that suffer from hearing loss can find it difficult to have conversations with their loved ones and co-workers, and may also struggle to listen to other sounds within their surroundings, such as hearing the doorbell, their smartphone, alarms, as well as listening to music, hearing their TV when watching the news, a movie, or a TV series, or even listening to nature sounds like birds singing. This is when having a pair of high-quality hearing aids comes in handy, as these in-ear hearing devices are specifically designed to improve the hearing and speech comprehension of people that suffer from hearing loss by utilizing high-end digital audio technology to amplify all sounds in order to provide more clarity and less strain whenever they’re trying to listen to someone or something, thus making them capable of hearing better in most everyday scenarios. The LINNER Deluxe are the newest hearing aids on the market, and they can truly improve the life of anyone that suffers from hearing loss.
The LINNER Deluxe are high-end over-the-counter 3-in-1 hearing aids which feature an ergonomic fit, antibacterial ear tips, a color-coded design, an IPX5 Water-Resistance Rating, an antibacterial charging case equipped with a UV-C light for sterilization, an outstanding sound performance powered by advanced MEMS speakers for a crystal-clear audio signal with a low harmonic distortion, a highly adjustable Noise Cancellation, 4 different Sound Modes for indoors and outdoors use, while also boasting built-in button controls, Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity for pairing them with Bluetooth-enabled devices, AUX connectivity via the LINNER Connect Transmitter to stream the sound of a TV directly to the hearing aids over Bluetooth and also a wireless microphone connection via the external same device, plus in-App controls via the LINNER HA App including several adjustable sound settings, a Media EQ, and 3 Sound Therapy Modes powered by a Binaural Beats algorithm, along with support to USB-C Charging and Qi Wireless Charging, and up to 30 hours of battery life.
Not only are these high-end over-the-counter hearing aids suitable for people that suffer from mild to severe hearing loss, but they’re also a great hearing enhancement solution for anyone who cares about sound quality, as they offer multiple sound modes and various individual-adjustment functions for people with different hearing needs.
Now, let’s have a more thorough look at the LINNER Deluxe and go over everything that these high-end over-the-counter hearing aids have to offer you.
DESIGN & SPECS
Starting with the hearing aids’ dimensions, the LINNER Deluxe come at a relatively compact size, and their also rather lightweight.
These hearing aids sport a minimalist aesthetic, as they come in a solid color, which can be either Black or Gold.
They also feature a thoughtful color-coded design that helps users to easily distinguish the left and right hearing aid from each other, for which the left hearing aid has a blue color accent for its buttons, and the right hearing aid a red color accent for its buttons.
The LINNER Deluxe also have an ergonomic design, which helps to ensure all users can are able to get a secure and comfortable fit, no matter their ear-size or ear-shape.
These hearing aids also come equipped with a set of medical-grade antibacterial ear tips, which ensures that users always have a very hygienic use while wearing them.
Furthermore, the LINNER Deluxe also pack a high-quality and sturdy construction, and are also rated to have an IPX5 Water-Resistance Rating (just the hearing aids, not their charging case), meaning they can withstand faint water splashes and almost any weather condition, so you can wear them while working out, or even while jogging / running in the rain (just faint rain, not heavy rain).
Lastly, these high-end OTC hearing aids also also come together with an antibacterial wireless charging case that is also compact, lightweight, and also has a durable construction.
Their antibacterial charging case also comes equipped with a UV-C light that helps keep the hearing aids sterilized and perfectly clean from bacteria whenever they’re not being used, thus ensuring a more hygienic use for its user.
AUDIO SPECS & AUDIO QUALITY
Moving on to the hearing aids’ audio specifications and audio quality. For reproducing their outstanding sound performance, each of these hearing aids comes equipped with an advanced MEMS speaker that is utilized to deliver a crystal-clear audio signal with a low harmonic distortion, while also integrating a set of high-end microphones that properly helps to capture an audio signal that’s quite close to the one from its original source (whether that’s a person talking, a close-by set of speakers playing music, a TV playing sound, etc.).
The LINNER Deluxe’s advanced MEMS speakers are rated to have an extended frequency response range both in bass and treble, which allows them to deliver a very crisp audio signal where the highs (treble), mids (mid-range frequency sounds), and lows (bass) are all well-captured and perfectly noticeable.
Moreover, these hearing aids also boast a highly adjustable Noise Cancellation function which can be custom-tuned to each user’s personal hearing preferences via 18 sound bands and 16 WDRC channels that can all be individually adjusted.
Thanks to that, these hearing aids can capture the human voice (or other important sounds) while simultaneously reducing any unwanted background noises, allowing users to hear the sound they’re trying to listen to with great clarity.
Notable Audio Features
4 Sound Modes
In addition, the LINNER Deluxe hearing aids also boast four (x4) different Sound Modes that are particularly programmed for indoors and outdoors use, which include:
- Conversation Mode (more suitable for human voices) – Suitable for having one-on-one conversations, this sound mode is best used to capture and restore human voices or for times when you’re in a quiet room.
- Restaurant Mode (enhances human voices in noisy places) – Focuses specifically on capturing human voices while simultaneously reducing background noises from your surroundings.
- Traffic Mode (provides a better noise reduction) – This sound mode offers the best noise cancellation settings out of all of these sound modes, and is most suitable for using while commuting around town.
- Outdoor Mode (picks up all surrounding sounds) – Particularly configured to enhance both human voices and ambient noises, this sound most is most appropriate for when doing outdoors activities or even for simply enjoying Nature sounds.
INTERFACE & BUILT-IN CONTROLS
In regards to controlling the hearing aids’ different functionalities, the LINNER Deluxe also boast built-in button controls, making it easy for users to configure and control the hearing aids’ operation at any time.
Via each hearing aid’s button controls, users can turn their Power On/Off, turn their Volume Up and also turn their Volume Down, as well as enable / disable the hearing aid’s Noise Cancellation function, and also cycle through the hearing aids’ 4 Sound Modes.
CONNECTIVITY
For establishing a connection with your smartphone, the LINNER Deluxe feature Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, allowing these hearing aids to be wirelessly connected to most Bluetooth-enabled devices.
They also boast AUX connectivity via the LINNER Connect Transmitter, an external smart Hub accessory designed to improve a user’s TV listening experience that can be used to stream the sound of a TV directly to the hearing aids over Bluetooth.
Additionally, these hearing aids also feature a wireless microphone connection that can be enabled via their LINNER Connect Transmitter smart hub.
BATTERY & BATTERY LIFE
When it comes to their battery life, know that the LINNER Deluxe can offer you up to 30 hours of battery life. Their maximum battery life will mainly depend on what Sound Mode(s) you use, whether or not you have their Noise Cancellation enabled, and at what volume level you have them set to work.
To recharge both the hearing aids and their charging case, you simply have to place the LINNER Deluxe in their charging case’s respective magnetic charging slots, and then connect their case’s USB-C charging port to its included USB-C charging cable.
In addition, the earbuds’ charging case also supports Qi Wireless Charging, allowing you to charge their case and the hearing aids by placing the case over a wireless charging pad.
THE SMARTPHONE COMPANION APP – The LINNER HA App
Last of all, users can also download the LINNER HA App (version 2.0) for free for both iOS and Android devices in order to more accurately configure the sound settings for their LINNER Delux hearing aids.
Via the LINNER HA App, users are offered several adjustable sound settings, which include basic volume controls, as well as tone controls, audio enhancement settings, a mix mode, and there’s also a Media EQ in which users can thoroughly fine tune the hearing aids’ sound equalizer.
The LINNER HA App also offers users a sound mode switch for cycling through the hearing aids’ 4 different Sound Modes via their smartphone, a self-fitting test that users can be performed at home, a hearing test, and a real-time battery monitoring function.
Furthermore, the App also includes three (x3) Sound Therapy Modes powered by LINNER Meditation Technology which works based on a Binaural Beats algorithm that remixes a user’s choice of relaxing audio content, allowing users to feel brain waves that could otherwise not be heard normally.
These 3 Sound Therapy Modes include:
- Relaxation – Alpha Waves played in 8 Hz to 14 Hz frequencies that help to encourage relaxation, promote positivity, and decrease anxiety;
- Meditation – Theta Waves played in 4 Hz to 14 Hz frequencies that can help you enter a meditative and creating mind-state;
- Deep Sleep – Delta Waves played in 0.1 Hz to 4 Hz frequencies that can help promote deep sleep.
FINAL THOUGHTS
In sum, these high-end over-the-counter hearing aids are a very reliable hearing enhancement solution, as they deliver a vividly detailed sound quality that can greatly improve your auditory capabilities, thus allowing you to have a more comfortable lifestyle on a day-to-day basis.
The LINNER Deluxe Hearing Aids are available in three (x3) different color modes: Black Hearing Aids w/ Black Charging Case, Black Hearing Aids w/ Fuchsia (Bright Pink) Charging Case, and Gold Hearing Aids w/ Gold Charging Case.
If you’re interested in getting this pair of hearing aids, know that all you have to do is to pledge a minimum of $299 to LINNER NOVA’s Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign (saves you $200 from their future retailing price of $499).
In addition, customers can also pay $10 now to get a $50 Discount Coupon, which will get you another $50 off the LINNER Deluxe OTC’s requested Crowdfunding pledging price, ultimately lowering their price-tag further down to just $249.
