Phonak Lyric Detailed Hearing Aid Review | The Smallest Most Invisible Hearing Aid in the WORLD!

[@truthseeker8399]

Dr. Cliff, Thank you so much!

[@auntpie]

I was an early adopter of Lyrics years ago, and absolutely loved the improved sound quality and convenience. My hearing has probably never been "normal" but I felt that Lyrics were the closest I would ever get. I would forget that I was even wearing aids. However, after experiencing the bleeding problem that you mentioned, I went back to regular aids. But I still miss those Lyrics and would encourage anyone who is interested to try them out.

[@rachelletrout7405]

Me too. Loved the hearing with Lyric, but my ears couldn’t tolerate and would bleed too. I was so disappointed as they really helped with Tinnitus too. :(

[@hiranoor2538]

Please guide me

[@markspoor4663]

When did the bleeding start?

[@auntpie]

@@markspoor4663 during the second year of wearing them. I was so disappointed because other than that, they were my favorite HA's by far.

[@JeffreyIsbell]

@@auntpie why must they be so “cutting”?

[@rbergmann]

I was an early adopter of the Lyric (pre-2010). I have a severe high frequency hearing loss due to industrial noise (over 40 years ago as a project engineer). I don't think my hearing can be corrected to more than 75% using typical hearing assist devices. That said, after fitting and tweaking of the Lyric, I was thrilled with the result. It was like having my natural hearing restored! Here's where it gets bad ... for some unknown reason, the device would degrade after about three weeks and needed to be replaced (under the subscription model which at that time was $3K/year, pre Phonak). This went on for the year, so I couldn't continue to run back for a new device causing me to return to conventional equipment because when the Lyric fails, it's like having a plug in my ear. My audiologist was very patient and even called the manufacturer rep to his office to offer advise and assistance. It's a shame because I still think of the Lyric as the best aid I've ever used. Currently I have had a Costco KS-9.0 (approximately 3 years) and for what it's worth a good device but not even close to the Lyric.

[@terriannolson8923]

This was a great video, Cliff! I still love my Phonak Paradise Audio hearing aids with Double Tap Control. And I realize the Lyric doesn't sound like it would work for me. But I love listening to you explain the various options out there. And let's face it ... I love listening to you talk whenever possible!!! 😂😂😂💖💕

[@aeiro5390]

What forms of verification and validation do you perform on lyric patients to ensure they are fit properly?

[@malekodesouza7255]

My Signia ones work. These won’t work for me. I swim and the cost is not something my settlement would allow. Still, appreciate the information and your commitment to provide quality service to us.

[@tg6373]

How is the occlusion with these?

[@charliejg]

My interest in the Lyric device stems from hearing it is good for activity. I do a lot of hiking. My question: If the Lyric won't work for someone what is the next best hearing device that also is great for someone who is active?

[@SandwichLady]

The Lyric hearing aid sounds like it would be perfect for those who are unable to insert a regular hearing aid, such as one who suffers from dementia or someone who does not have the manual dexterity required to handle a very small hearing device. I have a friend who is terrified of losing expensive regular hearing aids and does not wear hers every time she lies down for a nap, which is frequent. Therefore, she does not benefit from wearing hearing devices to stimulate her brain! I think she would greatly benefit from being able to wear something 24/7.

[@kaylasmusic]

Ya... I have them right now.. Heres my Proposal.. I think they're great for helping with hearing, but until they stop working or dying, or when you get the sticky feeling inside your ear.. You can't take them out to clean your ears, or if they hurt you or you have to take them for whatever reason (well you can remove them yourself but placing them back in doesn't always work..) I have had to take them out myself and managed to get them back in though a couple of times though. Last time I had to take them out was because my left was hurting me, and as far as my right one, I had thought it had stopped working, but that was because my ear blocked up because came down with an inner ear infection apparently. (this was 2 and a half weeks ago) You just have to be prepared to always be running back to the audiologist basically.. Its been 6 weeks since I have got them and I have been running back to the audiologist almost every week so far..Although its been almost 2 weeks since last going back which is a record.. Sometimes I feel very skeptical when they give me anxiety that they will cause problems.. But they do help my hearing, If only they were more ideal..

[@LJK2159]

What a great presentation Very informative

[@monifarr84]

This video appears to be 2 years old. Are there any updates to what was explained in this one?

[@dansams1902]

I have an appointment in two weeks to start a 30 day trial of the Lyric. I've been reading Phonak documentation, watching KZbin videos, and reading comments like those associated with this video. One concern is that I always sleep on one side or the other. Has anyone had issues with this? It was mentioned briefly in the Phonak documentation and mentioned that sleeping on your back is ideal. For me, that's just not going to change. I haven't seen any comments accordingly so maybe it's just a non-issue???

[@blackbaygmt_pepsi7284]

I used these consistently for 3 years. I’ll say this: your ears get very itchy, showers are annoying, your ears always feel dirty. You get constant ear infections, plus the skin in your ears sometimes rips as the audiologist takes them in & out every 4-6 weeks. Then you need to wait days or weeks for those wounds to heal, before the audiologist will put them back in. Sometimes they make feedback noises, so you need to go in for adjustments which can be annoying. They don’t function well in noisy environments with competing background noise (but this is the same with all hearing aids). Other issues, your ear hole stretches over time, the audiologist started me off on X-small, then increased to Small, then I ended up on Medium size, before they stopped me from using them altogether. My ear infections were too persistent, plus the bleeding & scabs. They’re better than nothing, they’re good cause they’re always in, you have a magnetic device to switch them on and off, but they’re annoying to wear. You do get used to them, but itchy, dirty ears, bleeding & infections were my ongoing issues.

[@MoeDesigns]

sheesh, this sounds like a problem. I was looking into getting it but now I'm concerned

[@SandwichLady]

@@MoeDesigns, I wouldn’t let this one reply stop me from looking into trying them for myself. This is one person’s experience and may have nothing to do with you and your needs. Give them a chance! If necessary, do more research and come to your own conclusions. They may turn out to be a perfect solution for you! 😊

[@juancarlosnavas1]

@@SandwichLady You must be an audiologist selling lyric

[@candicehoughton]

Good review. Thanks for sharing your experience! Very helpful.

[@JeffreyIsbell]

@@juancarlosnavas1 I’m not an audiologist and I agree with their comment. You have a 30 day trial period.

[@marietorres2950]

I have been wearing Lyrics since then were introduced in 2007. I do have a backup set of hearing aids but love the convenience and hearing sound that I get from Lyrics. I will continue wearing them as long as I'm able to.

[@auntpie]

I envy you. They provided the best sound ever.

[@jsturgis15]

Recently, a hearing specialist told my partner that if you do not have bass loss, you don't qualify for Lyric. I would like your opinion on that!

[@MehwishHayat-y8u]

Hyy can you teel about chip which kids can used for heraing as they always through away the other instrument plss tell if there's any chip for heraing

[@maxbiller5016]

My wife is going to have a Brian scan . Does this affect the lyric?

[@lilyblake5887]

The audiology clinic I shadowed two years ago used lyrics, and the patients who wore them said they were lifechanging!

[@Prakash_P7792]

Its available in India what cost exactly

[@mcctravel]

Great to know! My Phonak M•70’s will at some time … need to be replaced. Thanks!

[@HussainHussain-rl4zy]

the lyric is still visible in my ear canal. I went to a hearing clinic for a fitting but you could still clearly see the lyric in my ear canal. The audiologist did say i have a straight ear canal but still you could see without much effort.

[@carjen121]

Are this small Hearing aids expensive, I would like to try them out. Thank you Dr.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏻👍🏻

[@blackbaygmt_pepsi7284]

In Australia, they were charging me $4,000 AUD per year and it was a 3 year contract. That was an all inclusive fee, irrespective of how many times I needed to go back for adjustments and replacements. That started 4 years ago.

[@chrissomerville2625]

@@blackbaygmt_pepsi7284 I’d love to know if you’re still using them after four years. Has it been a good experience? Hi from Chris in Sydney.

[@abatuba8]

Dr Cliff. Would Lyric be a good fit for someone with a cookie bite test score and lower than average speech scores? Also single sided loss…

[@allenterry6906]

Curious as well, I also have the unusual cookie bite score...

[@michaelbeck7799]

I am a boating person near the water everyday. Is there a way to use Lyric and still be able to be in the water? I would think the electronics board would be sealed such that water would not be an issue, possibly de-watering the device is the real problem? Then is there another near invisible hearing aid (such as the tungsten fitted one that I should check out)? I have Tinnitus also which increases when my allergies are bothering me and decreases with a Zertec-D (fairly quickly after taking). You have a top notch channel and appreciate the no drama or BS approach.

[@a.w.thompson4001]

The early Lyric-tester testimony videos showed a user swimming. You might look for that. I accidentally went snorkeling with one in. I turned it off immediately and removed it and dried it and it worked afterwards.

[@a.w.thompson4001]

I only needed a single Lyric. No big problems with earwax (and I generated a fair amount) or itching, and no bleeding. I never got an infection. Forgot it was in at times. I sweat a lot and Lyric handled that much better than the previous hearing aid with acrylic shell. Cost is the big issue, I think partly because it includes 6 audiologist visits. (Also, one lesser issue: the most recent generation just stopped rather than giving low battery warning by changing sound quality, so we solved that by scheduling replacement just before the eight-week mark.) That said, my previous hearing aid stopped working after my ear was splashed by an ankle-deep wave, and I'm active outdoors in all weather for work and exercise, so I don't expect to get the maximum life out of a different hearing aid. Also, the fact that they just replace it if it stops working, and it can't be lost can also save money. One of my jobs requires a discrete hearing aid and I was extremely happy with that aspect, as well as durability, ease of use, and sound quality.

[@Kzedd1984]

Interesting concept and great video 👍 I would like to get more details about phonak os 4.0 Thank you and have a great day

[@duncanflower4471]

When You say that cost can vary between 1800 and 2500 per year, is this for one or two Lyrics?

[@DrCliffAuD]

Per Lyric

[@duncanflower4471]

I kind of assumed that, I suppose I was hoping for it being for a pair. Thanks for the reply. Great videos

[@stevefreed480]

I have Resound and also Phonak hearing aids and would like to know if the Resound TV Streamer that works for ReSound, Beltone, and Cochlear hearing aids will also work with my Phonak aids; they both have low-Energy Bluetooth?

[@RWJ47]

Have you received the Bose hearing aids yet?

[@andyf5992]

Thanks for promoting this exciting technology. Does it work effectively with people with sensorineural hearing loss? (i.e. ear drum works fine; but hearing nerves in cochlear to brain are damaged) If totally in scope, what are the criteria for candidacy related to the level of sensorineural hearing loss (i.e. DB loss at what range) Thanks.

[@juancarlosnavas1]

Not good for Severe to profound hearing loss and Sharply sloping hearing loss (ski slope loss)

[@hemanth1539]

There is cure for sensory neural hearing loss in Indian ayruveda

[@viveksinghdanu775]

Sir this hearing aid is available in india ??

[@Goztepe-uf6si]

I am wearing one right now, they are pretty good for tinnitus.

[@thalapathyvijayworld3098]

Where you get that

[@Clickz72]

How do they sound in noisy environment?

[@hiranoor2538]

Please guide me..i have hearing loss, I am not complete Dumb

[@Kahaniya0.]

What is the price

[@mohammedrayyan7449]

I want this deaf machine what should i do for it how can i purchase it

[@adityagadkari6198]

Does the lyric hearing aid suffers from wax in our ears. Is it suitable for people who can't hear sounds from far away, but can hear sounds nearby

[@morgan58]

Please review which are best for listening to music especially piano playing...a unique need?

[@telecommc]

If you are a serious audiophile or musician, the Lyric is an excellent choice.

[@State8989]

Really wish it available in Cambodia

[@sangeetayadav9681]

Will it helpful for unilateral ?

[@jonsongerona9998]

How to order

[@stephaniecogan7283]

Can earbuds be worn with lyric hearing aids in place? Should I assume it's necessary to remove the lyric hearing aids if visiting a family doctor/internist in the event that an otoscope will be used? If so, what if the patient forgets to remove the lyric and an otoscope is inserted?

[@irenerubaum-keller5941]

I get frequent ear infections from my hearing aids and have to take them out all the time, especially in summer. I'm thinking the Lyric would be horrible for me. Also my hearing loss is too severe for it. Seems like it would be great for producing infections.

[@a.b.4052]

Can this be used as a communication device with a transmitter?

[@cindyweaver6785]

Is there app for this aid too?

[@mickelmickel6824]

Dr cliff I like to ask you if lyric xxs size is smaller than Starkey iic? My aud told that my 2nd bend height is around 7.5m but width around 5 mm (starkey iic need at least 6mm diameter to be fitted in the 2nd bend). Could i try to be fitted with lyric xxs or my ear canal small for it?

[@msalamanca05]

What would you suggest for the occasional swimmer since they can’t be submerged? Have a back up hearing aid, take it out for swimming and schedule a refit?

[@pb1297]

The Phonic Audio Paradise life is waterproof, and Dr. Cliff said he can swim with them, but I wonder how.

[@rajuyadav3351]

I want to buy it how can I buy it

[@prasannakumar7803]

How1 to get details ?what is cost smallest hearing aids.

[@Jim-ei2iv]

You say the Lyric is analog, but "digitally programmable." What does this mean? Typically an analog amplifier is going to ingest an entire frequency range, and amplify the entire range equally. A digital device can process a frequency range, slicing it up and amplifying certain portions. So if someone has more of a deficit at the higher end, it can enhance that portion of the spectrum. So, which are these? Are they analog amplifiers or digital signal processors. If the former, what makes them "digitally programmable?" Thanks!

[@mohdabdullah7475]

Where location

[@TheRealityTwister]

whats the smallest with wireless

[@rcdubya]

Is the price range you cite for one ear, or both?

[@gerrybuono7835]

Do people report more tinnitus relief compared to other hearing aids?

[@zone1hearing]

Very informative!

[@noelminneci4930]

Can a patient using Lyric also wear earbuds for radio headphones?

[@cindytrotter776]

Not an expert, but I wear earbuds with my BTE hearing aids and it works just fine so I don't know why it wouldn't work there as well.

[@jonesbk1]

@@cindytrotter776 do you have trouble fitting the airpods in your ear with your hearing aid? Do you get feedback or have to have the airpods volume higher?

[@a.w.thompson4001]

I wore a Lyric that went in just barely out-of-sight and was able to use an earbud with a big hole in the rubber tip.

[@choodamanighimire8078]

Iam from Nepal .How to i can get it

[@petitnicolas33]

Hellpo, is that product "stop" the ambiant souds because of foam ? And what about ecology topic with this kind of product must be regularly renewed ?

[@telecommc]

The foam material provides an acoustic seal to prevent feedback oscillation and secures the electronics in an ideal position to provide excellent audio transmission. Further, making the device so comfortable the user is unaware of its presence in the ear canal. This is a disposable product, smaller than a lima bean. Possibly disposing of 5,000 units in a one gallon milk container.

[@user-xw7hh1nn8e]

From where I buy this hearing aid

[@kathryndenison1642]

i have hearing in one ear, and now use a cross hearing aid. Can a lyric hearing aid work in a similar way?

[@a.w.thompson4001]

I have worn a single Lyric for years. I don't know what cross is, but hope that information may help.

[@adityagadkari6198]

What is the price of this hearing aid??

[@BambinoAmericano]

Does it work for unilateral sudden sensorineural hearing loss? With a little ability left.

[@FireTheFaith95]

Did you get an answer to this?

[@BambinoAmericano]

@@FireTheFaith95 nope 🤷‍♂️

[@stevenerwee6009]

Can you play contact sports with this hearing aid I.e American football, Rugby, jiu jitsu?

[@DrCliffAuD]

Yes.

[@floydschoenberg1661]

Is the hearing aid Bluetooth

[@markspoor4663]

I like mine. Have had them for 7 weeks now. $3600 for both ears annually.

[@Ocalagirl7878]

Please keep us up to date on your wear!

[@janderson72]

Mark, can you give us an update on your experience with Lyric as of now? Thanks!

[@herohunter5961]

For a single ear how much?

[@yashkohale2772]

Why phonak lyric is not available in india?

[@kaywatson9313]

I was wearing the lyric but had to give up due to no control on background noise. It’s so aloud at times it make me almost throw up. They do not mention there are no control on background noise. Every thing is aloud.

[@mikoumag576]

There is no water resistance hearing aid?

[@leannndoerrr]

Hello, I held my sneeze in and now my hearing in my right ear only seems muffled, and when I move my head around it feels as if something is inside my ear, I’m not sure if it’s earwax or a problem with my eardrum.

[@telecommc]

Recommend you see an ENT for good exam. Hearing aid provider not recommended.

[@HussainAli-eb3yi]

Thanks for the video. I currently have in the ear hearing aids and experience the occlusion affect which gives me headaches. As I can hear myself talk. Do these have the same issue or do these feel like behind the ear type which don't give you occlusion affect.

[@PoppiB]

Hey Cliff, 1. Who is the Marine, you or Carl? 2. I have been suffering with Tinnitus for a few years now. My local VA had me going to a tinnitus workshop, and gave me a pair of hearing aids. While there are aspects to the hearing aids I do like, they don’t seem to help with the tinnitus. I have a couple questions, a. Are the Lyric Bluetooth compatible? a1. If not,will the use of Bluetooth ear buds, or other hands free devices cause problems? The hearing aids the VA gave are Bluetooth enabled, so they are my current hands free devices. Thanks and Semper _________ (fill in your choice){my choice is Fortis)

[@a.w.thompson4001]

I have used a Lyric with an earbud. The Lyric sits just out of sight and can't go deeper in my ear. An earbud with a big hole in the rubber tip worked for me, just shy of feedback so it is possible. The free trial would give you the opportunity to try it.

[@dineshn.d.s4095]

Sir where is your location

[@susanjaffe315]

Have used lyric for more than 3 years..found lately they can fail and it is big trip into city to exchange it..also background sound is also amplified but I can work around it.just avoid restaurants with loud music.I recently got the phonak titanium as a back up..I do not like them but will use them if needed.I feel they could easily fall out My hair catches on the little removal thing..and compared to the lyric the sound is not as natural..I forget the lyric is there but not with the phonak..

[@gritred5500]

i’m in phoenix and would like to try this. I am, honestly worried about not being able to go underwater as we have a pool but I could live with this. would a high temperature or high humidity or lastly a stream shower ruin these as well (i would think so) . Also, is there a possibility of ear pressure equalization problems such as when you fly out change altitude? and what about a head cold where you might get an ear pressure problem. lastly, what about ear infections? is there evidence patients get ear infections more easily or even just have a balance problem or similar? I ask these questions just to cover all bases before I make an appointment. Thanks

[@gritred5500]

Steam shower

[@DrCliffAuD]

Steam shower should be okay, however I haven't personally tested them in that specific environment. Not an issue with pressure equalization when flying. Head colds effect the middle ear space not the outer ear canal. If you get an ear infection, it would be for reasons other than the hearing aid. Definitely can't do submerged head swimming. That would definitely kill the device, however, some people use swim plugs over their lyric devices to protect them in the pool just incase

[@susanjaffe315]

In a. Use app.e ear buds with lyric, headphones whatever..I like how natural they seem.I take. Care in shower..

[@russthomas02]

What about infections ?

[@Ran7480]

So basically a minimum 5,000$ for both ears to be spent annually?

[@DrCliffAuD]

Minimum closer to $3,400 depending on where you live.

[@nayeemudheen786]

Pleas location

[@Skm000_editor]

Price please help 😞।।।।। Will this machine be available in India?

[@rksLIVE]

If I DO want to go underwater, can I remove it myself?

[@Thereelsworldzz]

Noo u can't... it's removed professionally

[@libmanj]

Dr. Cliff, I know you made this video quite a while ago, but I wanted to ask if the Lyrics go deep enough in the ear that a musician could wear musician's earplugs over them. As a musician, I am looking for optimal solutions, as I will soon to need needs hearing aids in certain situations and hearing protection in others.

[@balakarunya2011]

How much sir

[@ehab1273]

what happen to the cure of hearing loss any news?

[@keithbyrd10]

I’m glad people can afford these hearing aids. I’m sure they work good but the price is just crazy.

[@jasonngtiowee8689]

Lols!! Your buddy Carl, Dr. Cliff 😂😂 The Most co-operative patient in the world.

[@nayeemudheen786]

Where is the hospital?

[@nayeemudheen786]

Pleas location

[@sonogirl12345]

Can someone give me a ballpark on price?

[@brijeshprajapati2188]

Cost in india

[@arturocarrillo166]

What does having Diabetes make a difference in wearing this Lyric device?

[@evangeline.hembrom1065]

Rs .. Pls help me

[@lancelotkamaka2563]

For the longest time I used to think that digital was better than analog as far as sound is concerned. ˙

[@konracciesla]

the best would be phonak b tanium na battery 13

[@quickexperiments5342]

It is suitable for profundable hearing loss

[@jojopoops9156]

The live was good

[@meric12131415]

It hasn't even started yet

[@ravigupta5740]

Hello sir how r u

[@caramelexspressofan]

Swimming is a bummer, but everything else looks awesome

[@alanlanctot7369]

Lyrics may be a great product….for very few individuals. My insurer/provider will no longer support Lyric….they claim that less than 5% of their client base have lyrics and this 5% accounts for 75% of their service appointments….

[@DrCliffAuD]

If their 5% of Lyric patients account for 75% of their service appointments, they are doing something HORRIBLY wrong. 😬

[@kamranhussain3159]

I thought digital was better for sound, because hearing aids went from analogue to digital?

[@2204JCM]

Its not about digital vs analog. Its about quality vs crap. Meaning weather its digital or analog has no bearing on quality.

[@poojaspeechandhearingclini4053]

Hello I am Audiologist and Auditory verbal Therapist how can I join you?

[@anuthakur5979]

Dr. Fx 322 any new news

[@anupkumar9232]

buddy its failed in phase 2 trail. But good thing is there single vaccine worked in improving word recognition percentage and are going for phase 2b trails with single dose. Hopefully within 10-15 years we will have some substantial treatment for inner ear related disorders. god help us.

[@stopmotionking49]

Why not it has bluetooth they got smart mojolens has to pas fda

[@DrCliffAuD]

What?

[@SDSunriser]

So they have "improved sound quality," but not in environments with poor acoustics...??? 🤔

[@telecommc]

Very foolish comment. Poor acoustics affect everything in the audible spectrum including natural hearing.

[@donnathompson6694]

Sounds like a dream,

[@abhaysoni1692]

Too expensive for me to afford