ReSound LiNX Quattro

ReSound was the first hearing aid brand to deliver 2.4GHz hearing aid technology for direct connectivity and the world’s first Made-for-Apple hearing aid with stereo sound streaming. ReSound was also responsible for introducing the first open-standard digital clip to give hearing-aid users a more natural and flexible listening experience. In 2014, ReSound created the LiNX hearing aid range for mild to severe hearing loss.

From its launch of the LiNX device, ReSound continued to develop the range and in 2015 introduced the LiNX2 followed by the LiNX 3D in 2017. Each new model provided improved features and performance. Then in 2018, it launched its premium LiNX Quattro hearing aid which offers 30% more processing power and up to 100% more speed. The ReSound LiNX Quattro is designed to give a much clearer and more natural sound combined with an improved wireless system and rechargeable lithium-ion battery and Quick Charge functionality.

There are two key models in the LiNX Quattro range: the LiNX Quattro 9, which is the range’s premium model, and the LiNX Quattro 7 which is the next model down. While the LiNX Quattro 9 has features you can find in the other LiNX models, features unique to the 9 include:

• Binaural Directionality III
• Spatial Sense
• Adjustable directional mix
• Autoscope Adaptive Directionality
• Binaural Environmental Optimizer II

The LiNX Quattro 7 offers better technology than the Quattro 5 such as 12 channels, Noise Tracker II, Expansion, Wind Guard, and Low-Frequency Boost. It also includes features not available in the Resound LiNX Quattro 9, such as:

• 14 channels
• Binaural Directionality
• Synchronized Soft Switching
• Multiscope Adaptive Directionality
• Environmental Optimiser

ReSound hearing aids are usually more affordable compared to other hearing-aid brands that offer similar features. The ReSound LiNX Quattro price will greatly depend on which of the LiNX Quattro models you choose and where you buy it from. Your hearing care professional will be able to advise on LiNX Quattro prices.

ReSound offers a range of wireless hearing aid accessories to accompany and enhance the LiNX Quattro. These include:

• ReSound Multi-mic: To enhance the sounds and speech you want to hear, even in noisy environments
• ReSound Phone Clip+: For crystal-clear phone calls, muting background noise and streaming audio from your phone
• ReSound TV Streamer 2: Stream stereo sound from your music system, computer or TV directly to your hearing aids
• ReSound Remote Controls: Mute or adjust the volume of your hearing aids or switch between programs

The Linx Quattro offers direct streaming to both Android and iPhone and uses an iPhone app that’s superior to many others. The devices come with Lithium-ion rechargeable battery options and a portable charging unit and give users an extended frequency bandwidth and improved hearing performance across both ears.

However, there have been relatively minor performance improvements such as the LiNX2 range since the product was launched. App updates have been slow to be released, which can cause the app to stop working following an IOS update.

To find out whether you could benefit from wearing hearing aids or if you have any concerns about your hearing, schedule a consultation with a hearing care professional.