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What Are Receiver-in-Canal Hearing Aids?

Receiver-in-canal (RIC) hearing aids are behind-the-ear devices with a small receiver placed directly in the ear canal, connected by a thin, nearly invisible wire.

  • Clear, natural sound: receiver sits closer to the eardrum

  • Discreet and lightweight: small device behind the ear

  • Precise amplification: suitable for various types of hearing loss

A versatile option, often recommended for mild to severe hearing loss.

Why RIC Hearing Aids Are So Popular

  • Discreet and comfortable style: Mini behind-the-ear hearing aids are highly recommended by professionals, combining comfort, discretion, and advanced technology.

  • Suitable for all types of hearing loss: Programmable for mild to severe loss, offering great versatility.

  • Natural sound quality: The receiver placed in the ear canal delivers sound directly to the eardrum, ideal for clear, natural conversations.

  • Rechargeable and connected: Rechargeable batteries and Bluetooth connectivity allow streaming from smartphones, TVs, and other devices.

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Parts of a RIC Hearing Aid

  • Microphones: Capture sounds from the environment.

  • Processor / Chip: Analyzes sounds and makes them clearer or louder.

  • Receiver / Speaker: Delivers the processed sound into the ear.

  • Dome / Earmold: Soft part that sits in the ear canal for comfort and secure fit.

  • Battery: Powers the device (rechargeable or disposable).

  • Volume / Program Button: Adjusts volume or changes listening mode.

  • LED: Indicates battery status or device activity.

Experience excellence with the best-selling RIC Hearing Aids

Unitron

Signia

Starkey

Phonak

Oticon

At Earsonic, we offer comprehensive hearing evaluations and personalized hearing aid fittings to help you find the solution that best suits your needs.

During your visit, you can:

  • Take a complete hearing test

  • Discover the latest hearing aid technologies

  • Try different hearing aid styles

  • Receive professional advice from an audiologist

Our goal is to help you hear clearly, comfortably, and confidently every day.

Try Receiver-in-Canal Hearing Aids at Earsonic

Other types of hearing aids

In The Ear (ITE)

In The Canal (ITC)

Completely In Canal (CIC)

Behind The Ear (BTE)