Phonak Lyric Review: 5 Reasons it's the BEST Invisible Hearing Aid of 2024

[@richdiorio3650]

Great video! Most reviewers talk about the discreetness of the Lyrics which is great. The question I have which no one seems to talk about is how does the Lyric compare to the best iic hearing aides on the market regarding performance?

[@HearingTracker]

Hopefully I gave you an understanding of that in the commentary? Matthew.

[@shannonbriscoe8425]

Was looking forward to hearing about the updates for 2024 as I've just started using Lyric devices. You mentioned that this includes an upgrade to their new "Membrane Chip" but no explanation as to what that means or what advantages/improvements it implies. Can you expand on exactly what the benefits of this new chip are?

[@HearingTracker]

Hey Shannon! Agreed... at the moment that's all I've had from Phonak...

[@BridgetMacMillan]

I love this video- I have worn Lyric for many years and could not live without. They are not perfect but I am very active so there is no ther option.

[@HearingTracker]

Ah thanks Bridget. Thanks for your kind words it means a lot. I’m delighted that you get on well with them! Matthew

[@Jim181059]

Thanks for the video Matthew - I find this subject fascinating. In terms of you wanting to know about us, I have mild to moderate hearing loss - typical I guess for many men my age (60s). Decided to do something about it when people were getting annoyed at having to repeat themselves and, to be honest, I was becoming mildly depressed because of the isolation. Referred by my GP to a high street chain for a hearing test and within 3 days was sent home with a pair of NHS hearing aids - Phonak RIC. Very little guidance and no after care but I allowed myself time to get used to them. They hugely improve things - I can hear birds tweeting now (and tell whether they're at the top or bottom of a tree 😊 ) and I wear them all the time. I do find them slightly embarrassing - one of the tubes into my ear sticks out more than I’d like and that still makes me self-conscious. What I’d really like to know is to what extent more advanced hearing aids could improve the experience for me. I can see the appearance would be improved but would my hearing be improved further? As you'll know, NHS hearing aids are free here in the UK so I would imagine there will be quite a number of people in a similar situation.

[@HearingTracker]

Hey Jim, great question, and a massive question at that. Perhaps my video on the best hearing aids of 2024 will give some clues. One thing that I will add which is so often overlooked is that a hearing aid is only as good as how well its programmed. On top of the tech the biggest positive about going private is that you're paying for the time of the audiologists to sit with you and get the best out of the hearing aids. If you consider going that way find an independent practice rather than a high street chain, they'll look after you better! Matthew

[@mtngirl0404]

Great information in your video! I've had Lyrics for 9 weeks and had to have the right one removed for three weeks due to developing a blood blister. I'm scheduled to have it replaced next week, and I'm concerned about it happening again because I do love them. I'm now wondering if there's anything I can do to help prevent it from happening again.

[@HearingTracker]

Thanks for sharing! I hope you're back up and running again? Matthew

[@jeffj318]

Superb video, Matthew. Thanks for all you do. 👏❤️

[@HearingTracker]

Cheers Jeff :) Matthew

[@michellemoulin2799]

Wore one for a week. My ear canal is very small and it hurt like the Dickens! Constant pain to say the least. I ended up pulling it out myself!

[@HearingTracker]

Thanks for sharing Michelle! Have you been back your aud may be able to make modifications. Matthew

[@ChadHanneman]

As a current Lyric user, I'm a bit disappointed in their performance (specifically battery life) after a year of use and I'm disappointed in their plan changes as well for this year. Currently my Lyric are not lasting nearly as long as advertised. I'm averaging between 6 and 8 weeks before the battery dies. At the plan renewal, I was just told that the plan would only cover 6 replacements each year instead of covering all replacements needed to get through a year. If the product lasted as long as they say, that would be great, but when I have to pay for anything past 12 devices a year, it's not worth the price.

[@bsbv-mc5de]

Is it available in India?

[@Iorena-z3k]

Tengo perdida auditiva leve en una frecuncia me sirven?

[@mrfeb14]

I am curious in your opinion on lyric for someone with mild to moderate low frequency reverse slope hearing loss. I have a consult scheduled for lyric but I'd really like to know your opinion and others with reverse slope that have used lyric. If not lyric what would you suggest. My audiologist is pushing oficina intent, but couldn't tell me why that over other brands or types. I'm definitely interested in cic or iic also as I hate things behind my ears includingmy glasses .

[@digitaldan476]

Hi, I have a reverse hearing loss slope and have used Phonak Lyrics for 2 1/2 years. The Lyric is able to program low frequency loss from 10db and higher. Give them a chance, they'll properly fit them and program them to your audiology test.

[@mrfeb14]

@@digitaldan476 unfortunately i only lasted 3 days. I had a horrible pain and had to take it out. I think my ear didn't like the material. I see mu Au.D soon and will as about custom molds for RIC models

[@HearingTracker]

Worth trying a few! Sorry I can't be more helpful, but it depends on so many factors that your Aud should hopefully be able to help with! Matthew

[@mrfeb14]

@@HearingTracker i ended up with sphere infinio using active vent and universal slim tips. I liked the lyric but my audiologist was not to familiar and couldn't program them very well. In 3 to 5 years when it's time to replace the sphere's I will look into lyric again

[@yarydreasadventures3337]

Not wearing hearing aids wonted to know if bte large tube custom mold hearing aids be used for auditory processing disorder or mild hearing loss

[@HearingTracker]

Hey there thanks for your thoughts. The best kind of hearing aid for you really depends on your audiological profile. Hopefully your audiologist can help... Matthew

[@bonim5180]

Do you have any evidence it helps with high pitch tinnitus?

[@HearingTracker]

There's plenty that hearing aids help with all types of tinnitus! Give it a trial. Matthew

[@everythingever9037]

Hey Dr, I have a severe high frequency hearing loss in the left ear (75db) while the right ear has almost perfect hearing. Would the Lyric help? I'll really appreciate your opinion.

[@HearingTracker]

It's certainly worth a try! Matthew

[@samarpanaammisetty]

Is it for severe hearing loss?

[@HearingTracker]

See how your test results fall in the fitting range. Matthew

[@carlacorral5992]

Great, comprehensive video on this tech. What a great review. Thank you!

[@HearingTracker]

Glad it was helpful Carla! Thanks for watching. Matthew

[@mikeab2871]

whats the best invisible hearing aid in the world?

[@HearingTracker]

Phonak Lyric! :)

[@ZA-ts2rl]

Sir is it found in india Plz reply

[@HearingTracker]

I dont believe so! Sorry, Matthew

[@williamwilkesjr.9494]

Great video and very informative. I currently wear the Phonak Audeo P90's, RIC. They have been a nice upgrade from ReSound's top of the line model. They are provided by the VA. Thanks!

[@HearingTracker]

Thanks for sharing William! They're a great set of hearing aids. Matthew

[@williamwilkesjr.9494]

@@HearingTracker Thanks Mathew, these Phonaks are about 3 1/2 years old and I'm eligible for new next year. looking forward to your reviews

[@HearingTracker]

😊

[@recusa6519]

I love my Lyrics! I have worn them for over five years and they are comfortable, convenient and give me normal hearing. And, no. I don’t work for the Company.

[@HearingTracker]

@@recusa6519 thanks for sharing! Matthew

[@konracciesla]

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[@HearingTracker]

Hey there, I have a video on exactly that, that you might want to check out! Matthew

[@garrisonshriver3074]

Hello Matthew. I'm wearing a PHonak custom hearing aid that is about 7 years old. I'm waiting for the update of the Lumity platform with a custom offering.

[@HearingTracker]

Hey Garrison, I’ll update you as soon as I have an update. Out of curiosity is there a reason why you’re more interested in a custom device?

[@garrisonshriver3074]

@@HearingTracker hi Matthew. I’m actually not interested in a costco hearing aid. I really like Phonak and I’m waiting for their release of the custom lumity

[@diegoalexandre-garcia7561]

Virto titanium IIC

[@HearingTracker]

Hey Diago! Thanks for sharing, Matthew

[@diegoalexandre-garcia7561]

@@HearingTracker is lyric suitable for low frequency hearing loss?

[@HearingTracker]

@@diegoalexandre-garcia7561 all depends on the loss. Matthew

[@HARDYCR7]

Got Phonak RIC Audeo L70 myself.

[@HearingTracker]

Hey HardyCR7 thanks for sharing. Matthew

[@russtanton3141]

I have worn Lyrics for 6 months and they are a game changer. I also own Eargo 7s and Signia Insios and have tried numerous RICs. Lyrics have been a game changer for me as they optimze the pinna effect. This allows them to more precisely locate the source of sound. Listening to stereo through typical hearing aids changes it to al;most monophonic as their response times are not fast enough to seperate channels. Activities such as bird watching require not only left/right directionalty but vertical as well. RICs have no chance to locate sound vertically as both microphones on the ear's top. Although Lyrics lack bluetooth, they sit well within your ear so that you can wear bluetooth ear buds while using Lyrics.

[@HearingTracker]

Hey Russ, thanks for the feedback. This is great for anyone watching that may be investigating the right tech for them. Thank you so much, Matthew

[@russtanton3141]

Matthew, any word on what will change with Lyric's Gen 5?

[@donfarrell2359]

Signia Silk IX7 on even days Eargo 7 on odd days

[@HearingTracker]

Interesting. Why the switch? Matthew

[@donfarrell2359]

@@HearingTracker No reason really but bought the silks so cheap I couldn't pass them up. Both sound amazing. Maybe less occlusion with Eargos.

[@nicolagrosseto5536]

Not a word on Lyric totally blocking the low frequencies (below 200-250 hz), I see. How can musicians love such a device remains a mistery to me! And what about the awful mess you hear in noisy environments? For me it's thumb down!

[@HearingTracker]

Hi Nicola, thanks for your feedback. I have to disagree, Lyric is perfect for the right candidate, similarly to any hearing aid. Check out the vid for more details. Matthew

[@stephenswinbank5403]

Kirkland R/S 10.0

[@HearingTracker]

Awesome Stephen thank you. Matthew

[@rickoasisfan]

I’m a daily swimming competitor / 10,000 + per week 👉🏼no go for me

[@HearingTracker]

Hey Rick! Yes that's a definite. Thanks for taking the time to comment! Matthew

[@everythingever9037]

How about getting something that covers the whole ear while swimming?

[@rickoasisfan]

@@everythingever9037 there is no full air tight seal to keep water out of an ear. Especially if your competitive swimming using, diving starts, flip turns & swim thousands of years daily. A dry ear or ears are not possible ❗️