Signia Augmented Xperience (AX)

Signia Augmented Xperience

Our Goal

Empower people to perform at their best in everything that they do.

Signia puts hearing aid wearers first with products that fit their wants, needs and style. The wearer is at the center of our universe and their needs are woven into our DNA. For us, this is not about correcting a loss, it's about gaining an edge. Not just performing, but performing at their best. Signia combines world-class audiology with cutting-edge technology to deliver iconic innovations in hearing.

A True Partnership

Your success means our success. To achieve our mission, Signia delivers a unique combination of Innovative Solutions, Unparalleled Support, and Service Excellence to help you welcome more patients and achieve more positive outcomes, with our full support every step of the way.

In addition to world-class audiology and cutting-edge technology, Signia delivers business support and partnership opportunities to ensure long-term success for you, your practice and your patients. From expert audiological training courses to highly specialized support teams, Signia provides the knowledge and expertise to help you get the most from our technology today and always.

Join the breakthrough in hearing aid technology.

Augmented Focus™ Technology: Delivering outstanding speech clarity

Augmented Focus separates speech from noise using two dedicated processors to fully optimize sounds without compromising one from the other.

Signia AX: Speech clarity without compromise

Hearing aids don't always make hearing easy. Background noise can make it difficult to focus on conversation, and conversation can distract you from the rest of your surroundings. When these sounds blend together, it's nearly impossible to focus on what you want to hear. Augmented Xperience has changed all that, and it's only available from Signia.

Augmented Xperience changes the way your patients hear the world. Instead of them having to strain to discern speech from background noise, our new platform uses proprietary Augmented Focus technology to process the two separately and create a clear contrast. The sounds are then recombined to deliver outstanding speech clarity in a fully immersive soundscape.

Traditionally, hearing aids have processed all sounds under one set of rules, resulting in signals competing against each other. If you prioritize one part, another is neglected. With Augmented Xperience, two dedicated processors can fully optimize different sounds without compromising one or the other. This new platform empowers your patients to better focus on the conversations they want to hear, while still engaging with the sounds around them.

More contrast. Less distractions. With a processor dedicated to speech and a processor dedicated to environmental noise, the wearer can better focus on what's important while being more spatially aware.

Revolutionary split processing

Augmented Focus uses two separate processors that work together to deliver outstanding speech clarity.

Speech Understanding

In conversations, every small detail matters. Augmented Focus processes speech in a highly linear, uncompressed way with emphasis on clarity and detail. This brings speech closer to the wearer for enhanced, easier focus.

More than 25% better speech understanding in noise compared to own hearing aids*

Environmental Noise

Our surroundings are full of sounds outside of speech, which help the wearer connect to their environment. Augmented Focus processes these sounds, like piano music or laughter in a cafe, with higher spatial resolution and more compression to keep them at a distance. Additionally, sudden loud sounds are processed more quickly than ever to prevent them from hindering speech understanding.

94% of wearers report excellent speech understanding with Signia AX**

Creating a more immersive hearing experience. Two separate processors allow wearers to fully capture speech and environmental noise independently. Augmented Focus then combines the two to bring speech closer for better understanding and keep environmental sounds at a distance for quality and better than normal hearing.*

3 out of 4 wearers experience less listening effort with AX***

Processing Comparison

Conventional Processing: Flat & Unvaried

Augmented Focus: Dimensional & Engaging

^* Signia White Paper. Based on transformation of the 1.8 dB SNR improvement using a value of the slope of the psychometric function (Wagener & Brand, 2005)

^** Signia White Paper. 18/19 participants had a mean rating of speech intelligibility-related questions of more than 8.0 and 9.0, respectively

^*** Jensen, N., Powers, L., Haag, S., Lantin, P., Hydal, E. (2021). Enhancing real-world listening and quality of life with new split-processing technology. AudiologyOnline, Article 27929. Retrieved from http://www.audiologyonline.com

The Augmented Xperience platform at a glance

• 2x Audiological core processors
• 110% Increased binaural audio transfer rate
• 60% Reduced binaural latency
• 27% More electric circuits
• 22% Longer battery runtime

Signia Delivers New Audiological Features

Auto EchoShield™*

Automatically eliminates compromises caused by reverberation. Automatically analyzes the listening environment and adjusts to deal with problematic reverberation in every kind of room. Wearers will enjoy a pleasant listening experience and understand conversations better in any type of reverberant environment.

HandsFree with CallControl (iOS): Turn AX hearing aids into a headset***

The HandsFree (iOS) feature lets the hearing aid wearer use their Signia AX hearing aids for HandsFree calls with their iPhone® in different environments – even in noisy ones. Wearers will enjoy answering the phone in any situation and never being limited in their active, busy lifestyle.

OVP™ 2.0: Unique solution for own voice discomfort**

Own Voice Processing 2.0 harnesses the split processing capability of the Augmented Xperience platform to process the wearer's own voice separately from simultaneous ambient sounds. Wearers can speak comfortably and confidently without being bothered by the sound of their own voice or distracted by ambient sounds. Plus! Improved AX Soundscape Processing leverages the power of OVP 2.0 and uses own voice detection as another input to optimize how conversation partners are heard.

Upgraded eWindScreen™****

For smarter, faster wind noise reduction. eWindScreen reduces annoying wind sounds to allow wearers to better engage in outdoor communication or other outdoor activities by reacting smarter and faster to fluctuating wind noise.

e2e Wireless 4.0™: A great leap for true binaural hearing

e2e 4.0 significantly boosts the speed of data transmission and a 60% reduction in latency provides inaudible shifts between environments. The synchronization of more binaural audio data than ever before ensures clearer speech processing with high-precision directional awareness.

TruEar 360™: Mimics the natural pinna effect

The powerful processing engine allows for an exceptional TruEar 360 mic mode that reproduces and emphasizes the capabilities of the natural pinna-effect better than ever. TruEar 360 highlights the difference between front and back sources of sound to make localization of sound sources easier.

Increased Dynamic Range Input: Appreciated by music lovers

The microphones and the state-of-the-art analogue input stage can handle signals up to 117dB with great sound quality. That's very close to the full capacity of human ears and ensures a clean, crisp signal for scenarios like concerts.

Enhanced Feedback Cancellation: No distractions for a smooth sound impression

e2e 4.0 also synchronizes feedback cancellation between the ears in the same phase, removing more artifacts for a smoother overall sound experience.

Direct Streaming: Hassle-free listening to audio input

Augmented Xperience offers direct streaming for both iOS and ASHA-compatible Android™ smartphones. It handles the signal of a streaming input independently from other signals, ensuring that the sound is even clearer and easier to optimize.

Automatic Situation Detection: Automatically responds to where and what you are doing

Provides detailed information about the wearer`s movement and environment. Analyzing and adapting to the acoustic and motion changes, these sensors deliver a clear understanding of speech from any direction and maximizing audibility as you move throughout the day.

^*Only available for level 7

^**Level 7, 5, and 3AX only. Not available in Insio Charge&Go AX.

^***Available in level 7, 5 and 3AX technology.

^****Available in levels 2-7 AX in Connexx 9.9 or later

¹Hydal, E. H. (2017). A new own voice processing system for optimizing communication. Hearing Review, 24(11), 20-22. Further details: www.signia-pro.com/ovp-study.

Performance Levels

7, 5, 3, 2, 1 and sDemo

CROS

Now available in all technology levels.

Signia AX: Styletto AX

The new Styletto AX, Signia's award-winning design, is preferred by 8 out of 10 hearing aid wearers.*

The newest Slim-RIC, the Styletto AX delivers a broad range of options:

• When presented with a choice, 84% of the survey participants reported they would visit the office that included Styletto in their display versus those who did not*
• Direct streaming to iPhone and ASHA compatible Android devices for effortless streaming from any Bluetooth® device
• HandsFree with CallControl (iOS)
• Sleek design combined with new EarWear 3.0 which is proven to deliver higher physical fit rates and better retention for increased patient satisfaction
• Wireless charging with Qi technology offers ease of use
• Up to 20 hours of runtime on a single charge, or 17 hours with 5 hours of streaming, plus enjoy a 30-minute fast charge for an additional 5.5 hours of hearing aid power.
• New earwear 3.0 for proven higher fit rate, sleek design and increased patient satisfaction
• Available as a CROS device

Available Colors

Black/ Graphite, Black/ Silver, Black/ Fine Gold, Cosmic Blue/ Silver, Cosmic Blue/Fine Gold, Cosmic Blue/Rose Gold, Snow White/ Silver, Snow White/ Fine Gold, Snow White/ Rose Gold, Black/ Black, Beige/ Beige, Deep Brown/ Deep Brown

Limited color availability in 2AX and 1AX

Key Features

• Auto EchoShield™
• OVP™ 2.0
• HandsFree
• Award Winning Design
• Tinnitus Relief
• Qi Charging
• Upgraded eWindScreen*
• iPhone and Android Connectivity
• Recharge On-the-go
• Automatic Situation Detection
• AI Digital Assistant
• Signia App
• IP 68
• Improved AX Soundscape Processing**

^*Hakvoort, Burton: Increasing Style, Reducing Stigma: The Styletto Solution (Signia Backgrounder, 2018)

^*Available in levels 2-7AX. Requires Connexx 9.9 or later.

^**Available in Levels 7/5/3AX when OVP 2.0 has been activated. Requires Connexx 9.9 or later.

Signia AX: Pure 312 AX

The Pure 312 AX is Signia's smallest traditional-battery powered RIC delivering outstanding speech clarity.

The newest RIC, the Pure 312 AX delivers a broad range of options:

• Direct streaming to iPhone and ASHA compatible Android devices for effortless streaming from any Bluetooth® device
• HandsFree with CallControl.
• Sleek design combined with new EarWear 3.0 which is proven to deliver higher physical fit rates and better retention for increased patient satisfaction
• Rocker switch for onboard control
• Available as a CROS device
• Signia app and the Signia Assistant for the most personalized augmented hearing experience
• Pure 312 AX's Zn-Air battery delivers a wear-time of up to 4 days

Available Colors

Black, Graphite, Dark champagne, Silver, Pearl white, Fine Gold, Deep brown, Sandy brown, Rose gold, Beige

Key Features

• Auto EchoShield™
• OVP™ 2.0
• HandsFree
• Outstanding Speech Clarity
• Immersive Soundscape
• Signia App
• iPhone and Android Connectivity
• 312 Battery
• Automatic Situation Detection
• AI Digital Assistant
• IP 68
• Upgraded eWindScreen*
• Improved AX Soundscape Processing**

^*Available in levels 2-7AX. Requires Connexx 9.9 or later.

^**Available in Levels 7/5/3AX when OVP 2.0 has been activated. Requires Connexx 9.9 or later.

Signia AX: Pure Charge&Go T AX

The new Pure Charge&Go T AX is Signia's smallest rechargeable RIC with telecoil and delivers a slimmer, sleek design.

The first hearing aid on our revolutionary Signia AX platform, the Pure Charge&Go T AX is the new standard as it delivers 36 hours of wear-time, including 5 hours of streaming.

• Our smallest RIC with a telecoil, negligibly longer than the standard version – a difference less than the thickness of a dime
• Pure Charge&Go AX delivers up to 36 hours of use on a single charge, including 5 hours of streaming for complete flexibility on the move
• Direct streaming to iPhone and Android (ASHA) addresses a broader range of patients
• Available as a CROS device
• New EarWear 3.0 for proven higher fit rate, sleek design and increased patient satisfaction
• Signia app and the Signia Assistant for the most personalized augmented hearing experience

Available Colors

Black, Graphite, Dark champagne, Silver, Pearl white, Fine Gold, Deep brown, Sandy brown, Rose gold, Beige

Key Features

• Auto EchoShield™
• OVP™ 2.0
• HandsFree
• Tinnitus Relief
• Augmented Speech Understanding
• Immersive Soundscape
• Upgraded eWindScreen*
• iPhone and Android Connectivity
• Recharge On-the-go
• Automatic Situation Detection
• AI Digital Assistant
• IP 68
• Signia App
• Improved AX Soundscape Processing**

^*Available in levels 2-7AX. Requires Connexx 9.9 or later.

^**Available in Levels 7/5/3AX when OVP 2.0 has been activated. Requires Connexx 9.9 or later.

Signia AX: Insio Charge&Go AX

The world's first rechargeable custom hearing aids with contactless charging and Bluetooth connectivity.

Our new rechargeable Insio Charge&Go AX ITC and ITE models redefine what custom hearing aids can offer wearers.

• Tailored to wearer's individual ear anatomy and a slightly smaller design for all-day comfort and increased wearer satisfaction
• Easy insertion and removal to address challenges with dexterity
• Contactless charging for easy operation provides up to 24 hours of use on a single charge
• Direct streaming to iPhone and Android addresses a broader range of patients
• Signia app and the Signia Assistant for the most personalized augmented hearing experience
• Compatible with CROS Pure 312 AX and CROS Pure C&G AX.

Available Colors

Black, Dark Brown, Brown, Mocha, Tan, Beige

Red, blue, and clear shells are also available

Key Features

• Auto EchoShield™
• HandsFree
• Tinnitus Relief
• Custom Design
• iPhone and Android Connectivity
• Signia App
• Contactless Charging
• Outstanding Speech Clarity
• AI Digital Assistant
• Automatic Situation Detection
• IP 68
• Upgraded eWindScreen*
• AX Soundscape Processing

^*Available in levels 2-7AX. Requires Connexx 9.9 or later.

Chargers

A world of charging possibilities

You can offer Signia AX hearing aid wearers the choice of a variety of different chargers to power their hearing aids, depending on their preferences and lifestyle.

Insio Charger

This revolutionary charger provides the first contactless charging for custom hearing aids. No specific charging position is required – wearers intuitively place their Insio Charge&Go AX hearing aids in the charger as if it were a jewel case. It charges hearing aids at home or on-the-go for up to 28 hours of use per charge.

Pure Charge&Go AX Charger

This small and highly reliable desktop charger addresses basic needs when it comes to providing power. The Pure Charger uses a USB power adapter. In addition, this standard charger is easy to use for those with dexterity issues.

Pure Charge&Go AX Portable Charger

This sophisticated charger offers comfort and charging on the go. Its power bank holds up to 3 full charges for a pair of hearing aids. A protective lid prevents dust accumulation. The Pure Portable Charger is powered via USB-C.

Pure Charge&Go AX Dry&Clean Charger

Using the ultimate in state-of-the-art charging technology, the Pure Dry&Clean Charger not only charges the hearing aids but also offers UVC cleaning and drying technology to keep them in peak condition. The UVC cleaning starts automatically when the hearing aids are placed inside and is completed in just 15 minutes. The Pure Charge&Go AX Dry&Clean Charger also has a lid to ensure optimal hearing aid cleaning and storage and is powered via USB-C.

Styletto Portable Charger

This elegant portable charger matches Styletto AX's award-winning design. Wearers can charge their Styletto AX hearing aids at home or on-the-go for up to 20 hours of use per charge. The pocket-sized charging case's Qi wireless technology enables them to simply place the charger on a charging pad instead of having to plug it into the mains. The charger gives an astounding 4 days of autonomy without needing to charge the case.

Styletto Dry&Clean Charger

Using the ultimate in state-of-the-art charging technology, the Styletto AX Dry&Clean Charger not only charges the hearing aids but also offers UVC cleaning and drying technology to keep them in peak condition. The UVC cleaning starts automatically when the hearing aids are placed inside and is completed in just 15 minutes.

All three chargers use galvanic charging technology and are compatible with Pure Charge&Go AX, Pure Charge&Go T AX and CROS Pure Charge&Go AX. Each delivers a full charge in about 4 hours and a 30-minute quick charge for added flexibility on the go.

Multi Charger - Coming Summer 2023

EarWear 3.0

Hearing aids that fit better and look better

Our EarWear 3.0 offers proven higher fit rate, a sleek design and increased patient satisfaction. EarWear 3.0 is a comprehensive solution that supports a broad range of fitting and cosmetic needs. Your patients can now enjoy a more comfortable fit, more stylish look and consistently reliable performance.

Eartips are available in a variety of sizes with both closed- and open-build versions that fit most ear anatomies. This means fitting more patients is easier than ever before.

NEW* Size 5 Receiver + 2 Concha Lock Options - Available Spring 2023

EarWear 3.0 advantages at a glance:

• Higher physical fit rate: Soft eartips and improved receiver sizes enable a secure, snug fit that's comfortable for even the smallest ear canals.
• Appealing design: Updated form and in-ear position provides a closer fit and less visibility.
• More secure fit: Built to securely lock into the ear canal, with minimal movement and no need for an anchor.
• Eartips: Compatible with miniReceiver 3.0 and easier for your patients to switch out, compared to click domes.
• Smaller hearing aids: The introduction of a substantially smaller tip allows for smaller RIC designs overall.
• Improved usability: The proven design makes eartips much easier for patients to switch out. Compatible with miniReceiver 3.0.

miniReceiver 3.0, Open EarTips 3.0, Tulip EarTips 3.0, Sleeves 3.0

Signia support makes your job easier

From our all-in-one Signia app to our Connexx fitting software, Signia supports you and your patients at every step.

The Signia app provides an all-in-one enhanced wearer experience. The layout is automatically adapted to the features available in the hearing aids it is paired with. Beyond remote control, streaming capabilities with multiple devices, the app offers two revolutionary solutions that make it easier for you to fit and stay in touch with patients, Signia Assistant and TeleCare™.

Signia Assistant

Inspired by the way the human brain's neural network solves challenges, the Signia Assistant uses its AI deep live neural network to offer real-time sound adjustments in response to changing listening needs.

TeleCare™

Signia TeleCare enables virtual connection for remote care when in-person visits aren't ideal or possible. You can hold virtual appointments via phone or video call and adjust the hearing aid settings remotely through the Connexx fitting software.

My WellBeing

Better hearing, better health

In a changing industry, it is important to focus on hearing health as part of our patients' overall heath. Signia's new My WellBeing feature in the Signia app does just that. This feature will help encourage consistent hearing aid use and increase awareness that hearing aids are part of overall well-being. Patients are able to track activity through four convenient tools.

• My Steps: Enables patients to track their step count, distance traveled, and calories burned each day
• My Activity: Enables patients to know how much time spent exercising – and together with steps, provides an overview of physical activity level
• My WearTime: Shows how well patients are using their hearing aids based on how often they use them – helping to better understand usage habits
• My Conversations: Own Voice Processing technology measures how much patients are interacting socially with others, so they can keep track of their social engagement and stay on top of any situation

Connexx with Signia AX

Connexx with Augmented Xperience

Our Connexx fitting software puts you in the driver's seat with real-world insights to optimally support each individual patient. First Fit in Connexx configures Signia AX hearing aids to allow the wearer to hear what is important to them. The First Fit settings have been carefully optimized to provide a good starting position for each wearer.

Platform Features

^* 7AX: Universal program automatic beam right/left/rear directions. 5AX: Universal program automatic beam to the rear and surround mode for side speech. 7/5AX: Manual programs microphone beam to the right/left/rear.

^** Signia Assistant and Face Mask Mode are not available in CROS and BiCROS fittings.

¹ Froehlich M, Branda E, Freels K. (2019) New dimensions in automatic steering for hearing aids: Clinical and real-world findings. Hearing Review. 26(11):32-36.

² Jensen NS, Pischel C, Taylor B. Upgrading the performance of Signia AX with Auto EchoShield and Own Voice Processing 2.0. Signia White Paper. 2022

³ Froehlich M, Freels K, Powers T. (2015). Speech recognition benefit obtained from binaural beamforming hearing aids: comparison to omnidirectional and individuals with normal hearing AudiologyOnline, Article 14338. Retrieved from http://www.audiologyonline.com

⁴ Branda E, Powers TA, Weber J. (2019) Clinical Comparison of Premier Hearing Aids. Canadian Audiologist. 6 (4).

⁵ Chalupper J, Wu Y, Weber J. (2011) New algorithm automatically adjusts directional system for special situations. Hearing Journal. 64(1): 26-33.

⁶ Froehlich M, Junius D, Branda E. (2017) A Comparison of Signal Quality of Direct Streaming Hearing Aids. Canadian Audiologist. 4 (4).

⁷ Branda, E (2020) Improving Communication with face masks whitepaper https://www.signia-library.com/scientific_marketing/improving-communication-with-face-masks/

⁸ Froehlich M, Branda E, Apel D. (2018). Signia TeleCare facilitates improvements in hearing aid fitting outcomes. AudiologyOnline, Article 24096. Retrieved from www.audiologyonline.com