Summary
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.
The tuned fit condition using a closed dome actually resulted in a lower overall fit score of 0.35, a decrease of 0.37 points from the initial configuration. Speech in noise remained unchanged at -0.80, indicating the fitting adjustments provided no speech benefit improvement. Most concerning, own-voice comfort dropped dramatically to 0.10, reflecting severe occlusion issues with the more closed coupling. Feedback handling remained strong at 4.70. The tuned condition demonstrates that even with professional adjustments, the Encore's fundamental performance limitations persist in our lab testing framework.
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