Hearing Aid Compression, Digital Microphones & Noise Reduction-Hearing Aid Compression, Digital Microphones & Noise Reduction Recording

Hearing Aid Compression, Digital Microphones & Noise Reduction Recording

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The webinar discussed the concepts of compression, digital microphones, and noise reduction in hearing aids. The presenter explained how compression works to amplify soft sounds and reduce loud sounds in order to improve audibility and protect the listener from discomfort. The different types of compression, such as output limiting and wide dynamic range compression (WDRC) were discussed, as well as the use of expansion to suppress internal noise. The importance of imitating the amplification provided by outer hair cells in the cochlea was highlighted. The presenter also mentioned the use of linear gain and the adjustment of attack and release times in hearing aids. Overall, the webinar provided an overview of the various aspects of compression in hearing aids and how it can be used to improve hearing and speech intelligibility for individuals with hearing loss.

Keywords

webinar

compression

digital microphones

noise reduction

hearing aids

audibility

WDRC

expansion

outer hair cells

linear gain

speech intelligibility