Quality data starts with quality recordings. HearAdvisor worked with GRAS to build a no-compromise front end so every test is repeatable and reliable.
In the initial fit condition using a power dome with slits, the Otofonix Encore achieved a fit score of just 0.71 out of 5—well below the category average. Speech in noise scored -0.80, reflecting poor performance in challenging acoustic environments. Feedback handling was the lone strength at 5.00, indicating stable operation without whistling. Own-voice comfort scored 2.30, below average, suggesting noticeable occlusion when speaking. The open coupling choice prioritizes natural sound but leaves significant audibility gaps for the target hearing loss profile in our testing.
What is HearAdvisor's Initial Fit?
The Initial Fit approximates the most likely settings and eartips for a typical moderate hearing loss. Results are measured across the same 72 acoustic scenes in our custom-built lab, then scored on a 5-star scale using an auditory model.
Initial Fitting | Tuned Fitting | |
|---|---|---|
| Ear Coupling | Power Dome with Slits | Closed Dome |
