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iBstone AuraLink vs Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE
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Performance metrics
Scale 1-5 (Tuned)
Lab metric by fit
Speech in quiet
iBstone AuraLink2.2
Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE4.0
Speech in noise
iBstone AuraLink-0.1
Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE1.3
Own voice
iBstone AuraLink2.7
Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE3.4
Feedback handling
iBstone AuraLink5.0
Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE4.2
Music streaming
iBstone AuraLink3.6
Resound Vivia 9 60S microRIE2.6
Speech level
Adjust input dB (Tuned)
Amplification (REIG)
Insertion gain at 65 dB (Tuned)
Fitting configuration for tuned fit
iBstone AuraLinkResound Vivia 9 60S microRIE
Ear CouplingTulip Dome
Ear CouplingTulip Dome
ReceiverDefault
ReceiverMedium-power
Fitting FormulaProprietary manufacturer default
Fitting FormulaAudiogram+ (Manufacturer proprietary targets)
Listening ProgramOutdoor (Noisy)
Listening ProgramAll-Around (Automatic)
Volume SettingLeft 15%; Right 25%
Volume SettingAdjusted to match NAL-NL2 targets at 55, 65, and 75 dB SPL
Software Version1.0.5
Software VersionSoftware 2.1.305.0
Device Firmware v10.21.2.1
Tuning Adjustmentsn/a
Tuning AdjustmentsProgrammed to N3 audiogram, Feedback calibrated, Experience Level set at "Experienced Non-Linear", Gain % set at "100%", Other settings at manufacturer defaults
NotesInitial and Tuned fits identical as subsequent setting changes maintained or degraded performance
Notesn/a