Oticon Xceed S 2 BTE, PP, SP, UP

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Oticon Xceed S2 Hearing Aids Overview

The Oticon Xceed S2 hearing aids are a mid-level technology option within the Oticon Xceed range. These hearing aids are designed for individuals with severe to profound hearing loss, providing enhanced access to speech and improving the overall quality of life.

Released in August 2019, the Oticon Xceed series offers impressive features, including 146dB SPL and 87dB full-on gain, making it one of the most powerful hearing aids in the world. Powered by the advanced Velox S platform, the Xceed S2 model provides wearers with a 360-degree sound experience, ensuring that they can hear clearly in a variety of challenging listening environments.

The Xceed S2 is positioned between the Xceed S1 (premium level) and the Xceed S3 (entry-level). While the S2 may not include all the premium features of the S1, it still offers a significant range of advanced technologies to improve speech clarity and reduce background noise.

Key Features of Oticon Xceed S2 Hearing Aids

1. OpenSound Navigator

• Similar to the S1, the Xceed S2 features the OpenSound Navigator. This technology provides 360-degree sound and ensures that you can hear speech clearly from all directions, not just in front of you.
• The OpenSound Navigator constantly scans the environment, prioritizing speech and maintaining a balanced, natural sound, allowing you to engage more easily in conversations even in noisy environments.

2. OpenSound Optimiser

• This feature analyzes incoming sounds at a high rate of speed (56,000 times per second) to prevent feedback before it happens, maintaining stability without reducing gain.
• By allowing for up to 6dB more gain, the OpenSound Optimiser ensures 20% more speech clarity, which is essential for users with severe hearing loss who need more detailed sound information.

3. Noise Reduction

• The Xceed S2 also utilizes noise reduction technology that minimizes unwanted background sounds, even when speech and noise come from the same direction.
• This feature is crucial for reducing distractions and ensuring that speech remains intelligible, even in difficult listening environments.

4. Wireless Connectivity

• Made for iPhone® and other smartphone devices allow you to connect to the Xceed S2 hearing aids, enabling hands-free phone calls, music streaming, and more.
• The ConnectClip accessory makes it easy to enjoy remote microphone capabilities, stream video calls, and use the hearing aids as a remote control.
• The TV Adapter allows you to stream sound directly from your TV to your hearing aids, making it easier to hear content clearly at a comfortable volume.
• The ON App provides complete control over your hearing aids and other connected devices, allowing you to make adjustments easily and manage your hearing experience.

Comparing Oticon Xceed S2 to the Xceed S1

While the Xceed S2 offers many of the same core features as the premium Xceed S1, it does lack a few advanced technologies found in the S1, such as:

• SpeechGuard: A feature that further enhances speech intelligibility by processing sound for clarity in complex environments.
• Speech Rescue: This feature restores high-frequency sounds to help with speech understanding.
• Feedback Shield LX: A more advanced feedback management system that reduces unwanted feedback.

The Xceed S2 still provides a powerful solution for individuals with severe hearing loss, offering 360-degree sound, feedback prevention, noise reduction, and wireless connectivity for an improved hearing experience.

Conclusion

The Oticon Xceed S2 hearing aids are an excellent choice for those with severe to profound hearing loss who require enhanced hearing performance without all the features of the premium Xceed S1. Offering advanced technologies such as 360-degree sound and OpenSound Optimiser, the Xceed S2 ensures a clearer, more natural listening experience in challenging environments.

If you’re looking for a high-performance hearing aid that balances advanced technology with affordability, the Oticon Xceed S2 may be the right choice for you.