The term Half-Shell Hearing Aid refers to the size of this hearing aid. A Half-Shell Hearing Aid Hearing Aid aid is considered "medium" in comparison to other In-The-Ear types of hearing aids. It's not as large as the Full-Shell aid that fills up the entire bowl of the ear, nor is it as small as a Canal Aid that fits just at the opening of the ear canal. The faceplace is generally about the size of a nickel, although this will depend upon the individual's ear size and what "extras" may be installed into the aid. All Half-Shell Hearing Aids use the size #312 battery. These are custom built aids, so the size and shape will perfectly match the curves and contours of the user's individual ear. To make a custom aid we need impressions of the user's ears. This can easily be done right at home. Tens of thousands of Lloyd's customers have successfully done this over the past 40 years with no problems. It's a very safe and simple procedure. Everything necessary to make impressions of your ears is sent at no charge.
The standard Half-Shell Hearing Aid is an analog instrument and is built to match the user's hearing loss. We like to have audiograms (hearing loss charts) if possible. It is very helpful but not absolutely necessary. The more complete of a description of a person's hearing loss, the better able we are to meet the need. The standard Half-Shell Hearing Aid comes with a volume control wheel and one free trimpot. The trimpot is usually a tone control for ability to tune the aid to specific frequency emphasis. The Half-Shell Hearing Aid aid can be made with up to 50dB of gain, making it appropriate for a wide degree of hearing losses ranging from mild all the way up to moderately severe. Most Half-Shell Hearing Aids also feature venting through the shell which allows the aid to "breathe" while it's being worn. This helps alleviate the sensation of "talking in a barrel" for its wearer. The standard Half-Shell Hearing Aid comes with a one year warranty, cleaning tools, free batteries, carrying pouch and all items needed in order to wear the aid right out of the box. Extended warranties are available at a reasonable cost.
Rexton Targa PRO Half Shell $775.00
Fully Digital 2-Channel Custom Instrument
For Mild to Severe Hearing Losses
Lloyds has carefully searched the product lines of all the major manufacturers to find the best value in mid-level digital technology. We have found the TARGA circuit from Rexton provides truly outstanding performance at an amazingly affordable price.
All TARGA models are programmed by computer to accurately match the needs of a person’s individual hearing loss. TARGA instruments feature a memory button that allows the user to change “programs”. Typically the first program is set up for normal, quieter everyday listening, while the second program is for improved performance in noisy environments. This aid is the upgrade for our extremely successful and popular Targa 2 and also the analog Horizon III product lines.
Many of our customers have found this to be a perfect move up from older, conventional aids into higher quality digital hearing.
Product Highlights:
Feedback cancellation - it virtually eliminates feedback without affecting sound quality
Noise Reduction Technology - ambient background sounds will be noticeably reduced, which is especially useful in noisy situations like restaurants
Standard REXTON Targa PRO Half Shell Features:
For mild to severe hearing losses
Programmable, 2-channel digital signal processing
2 compression channels
2 frequency bands
Background noise reduction
Feedback cancellation
Up to three individual listening programs
Manual volume control wheel
Push-button control to cycle through your individual listening programs
Optional telephone coil (t-coil)
Optional directional microphone
Size 312 battery
Available Colors -- beige, brown, tan
Rexton Targa Plus Half Shell $875.00
Fully Digital 4-Channel Custom Instrument
For Mild to Severe Hearing Losses
Lloyds has carefully searched the product lines of all the major manufacturers to find the best value in mid-level digital technology. We have found the TARGA circuit from Rexton provides truly outstanding performance at an amazingly affordable price.
All TARGA models are programmed by computer to accurately match the needs of a person’s individual hearing loss. TARGA instruments feature a memory button that allows the user to change “programs”. Typically the first program is set up for normal, quieter everyday listening, while the second program is for improved performance in noisy environments. This aid is the upgrade for our extremely successful and popular Targa 2 and also the analog Horizon III product lines.
Many of our customers have found this to be a perfect move up from older, conventional aids into higher quality digital hearing.
Product Highlights:
Feedback cancellation - it virtually eliminates feedback without affecting sound quality
Noise Reduction Technology - ambient background sounds will be noticeably reduced, which is especially useful in noisy situations like restaurants
Standard REXTON Targa PLUS Half Shell Features:
For mild to severe hearing losses
Programmable, 2-channel digital signal processing
4 compression channels
4 frequency bands
Background noise reduction
Feedback cancellation
Up to three individual listening programs
Manual volume control wheel
Push-button control to cycle through your individual listening programs
Optional telephone coil (t-coil)
Optional directional microphone
Size 312 battery
Available Colors -- beige, brown, tan
Siemens Intuis Half Shell $995.00
Fully Digital 4-Channel Custom Instrument
For Mild to Severe Hearing Losses
The INTUIS offers more features than any other hearing aid in its class, and is designed to deliver some of the latest hearing aid technology advances in performance, reliability, and comfort – at an affordable price.
Product Highlights:
Feedback cancellation - virtually eliminates feedback without affecting sound quality
AutoPhone automatic telecoil (optional) – the hearing aid automatically enters telephone mode when the electromagnetic signal emitted by your telephone is detected
Noise reduction technology - mechanical sounds like the hum of an air conditioner or traffic noise are noticeably reduced
Standard SIEMENS Intuis Half Shell Features:
For mild to severe hearing losses
Programmable, 4-channel digital signal processing
Background noise reduction
Feedback (phase) cancellation
Up to three individual listening programs
Optional telecoil (t-coil)
Optional directional microphone
Push button control to cycle through your individual listening programs
Manual volume control wheel
Size 312 battery
Available Colors -- beige, brown, tan
Rexton Calibra 1 PRO Half Shell $1,050.00
Fully Digital 4-Channel Custom Instrument
For Mild to Severe Hearing Losses
Calibra PRO digital hearing instruments are designed with the knowledge that not everyone wants the same thing from their hearing aid. Some people look for the flexibility of manual control, while others prefer a fully automatic aid that changes volume and settings based on the surrounding environment. The Calibra PRO family offers 2 levels of hearing instruments.
Product Highlights:
Data Logging - collect information on hearing preferences such as duration of use, volume changes, and program usage that can be used for more accurate future programming needs
Automatic Directional Microphone (optional) - when the automatic directional microphone mode is activated, the Calibra PRO will choose the most appropriate microphone configuration to supply maximum confidence and comfort to you
Energy Smart High-Speed Feedback Cancellation - virtually eliminates any feedback (whistling) but only runs when needed to reduce unnecessary battery drain
Standard REXTON Calibra 1 PRO Half Shell Features:
For mild to severe hearing losses
Programmable, 4-channel digital signal processing
4 compression channels
4 frequency bands
Dynamic noise reduction – enables optimal hearing in diverse listening environments based upon your unique lifestyle
Data logging
Microphone noise reduction
Optional directional microphone, with the choice for automatic microphone selection mode
Energy smart high-speed feedback cancellation
Natural loudness compensation
Up to three individual listening programs
Manual volume control wheel
Push-button control to cycle through your individual listening programs
Optional telephone coil (t-coil)
Size 312 battery
Available Colors -- beige, brown, tan
Rexton Calibra 2 PRO Half Shell $1,150.00
Fully Digital 7-Channel Custom Instrument
For Mild to Severe Hearing Losses
Calibra PRO digital hearing instruments are designed with the knowledge that not everyone wants the same thing from their hearing aid. Some people look for the flexibility of manual control, while others prefer a fully automatic aid that changes volume and settings based on the surrounding environment. The Calibra PRO family offers 2 levels of hearing instruments.
Product Highlights:
Data Logging - collect information on hearing preferences such as duration of use, volume changes, and program usage that can be used for more accurate future programming needs
Adaptive Directional Microphone (optional) - the most advanced microphone of its kind. This multi-channel adaptive directional microphone automatically adapts to your current listening environment. It helps you enjoy conversations in dynamic and noisy listening situations, like noisy restaurants or other social gatherings
Energy Smart High-Speed Feedback Cancellation - virtually eliminates any feedback (whistling) but only runs when needed to reduce unnecessary battery drain
Standard REXTON Calibra 2 PRO Half Shell Features:
For mild to severe hearing losses
Programmable, 7-channel digital signal processing
4 compression channels
4 frequency bands
Dynamic noise reduction – enables optimal hearing in diverse listening environments based upon your unique lifestyle
Personalized sound profile, microphone and environment management
Data logging
Microphone noise reduction
Optional directional microphone, with the choice for automatic microphone selection mode
Energy smart high-speed feedback cancellation
Natural loudness compensation
Up to three individual listening programs
Manual volume control wheel
Push-button control to cycle through your individual listening programs
Optional telephone coil (t-coil)
Size 312 battery
Available Colors -- beige, brown, tan
Siemens Cielo 2 Half Shell $1,195.00
Fully Digital 6-Channel Custom Instrument
For Mild to Severe Hearing Losses
CIELO 2 combines Siemens proven technologies and features into a single, affordable hearing aid. It is an excellent choice if you are looking for a mid-level digital hearing aid with many advanced features, but do not want to pay the premium price.
Product Highlights:
Data Logging - collect information on hearing preferences such as duration of use, volume changes, and program usage that can be used for more accurate future programming needs
Speech and Noise Management - minimizes intrusive noises that can interfere with listening enjoyment, without compromising speech intelligibility
ePocket Remote Control (optional accessory) - controls the volume, changes listening programs and reads out the instrument status without having to touch the hearing instrument
Standard SIEMENS Cielo 2 Half Shell Features:
For mild to severe hearing losses
Programmable, 6-channel digital signal processing
Background noise reduction
Feedback (phase) cancellation
Data logging
Up to three individual listening programs
Optional telecoil (t-coil)
Optional directional microphone
Push button control to cycle through your individual listening programs
Manual volume control wheel
Optional use of ePocket remote to control volume, change program, & get battery life readout
Size 312 battery
Available Colors -- beige, brown, tan
Siemens Artis 2 Half Shell $1,425.00
Fully Digital 12-Channel Custom Instrument
For Mild to Severe Hearing Losses
ARTIS 2 offers a unique blend of state-of-the-art performance technologies found in Siemens’ top of the line digital hearing instruments at a more affordable price.
Product Highlights:
Data Learning - registers your volume preferences for each hearing program and automatically adjusts, also logs data to assist professionals in fitting and counseling in follow-up visits
e2e Wireless - synchronize the signal processing of both hearing instruments so that they operate simultaneously as one unit. This means that the two instruments are always properly balanced so you hear and identify sounds better
ePocket Remote Control (optional accessory) – volume adjustment, program changes, control without fuss, as well as instrument status (including battery power level) can be made with the touch of a button
Standard SIEMENS Artis 2 Half Shell Features:
For mild to severe hearing losses
Programmable, 12-channel digital signal processing
e2e (ear-to-ear) Wireless
Optional use of ePocket remote to control volume, change program, & get battery life readout
Background noise reduction with speech enhancement
Automatic and adaptive feedback cancellation
Data Learning
Up to three individual listening programs
Optional telecoil (t-coil)
Optional directional microphone
Push button control to cycle through your individual listening programs
Manual volume control wheel
Automatic situation detection, including music detection
Audible beep for low battery alert
Size 312 battery
Available Colors -- beige, brown, tan
Rexton Revera WL Half Shell $1,650.00
Fully Digital 14-Channel Custom Instrument
For Mild to Severe Hearing Losses
REVERA has been designed to meet the increased demands for high-quality sound production, refined performance, and the latest in hearing technology. REVERA features state-of-the-art wireless technology, which allows for seamless interaction between two instruments in a binaural fitting. The REVERA is one of the most advanced hearing aids on the market, and at a price you can afford.
Product Highlights:
Data Logging - collect information on hearing preferences such as duration of use, volume changes, and program usage that can be used for more accurate future programming needs
Wireless Technology - synchronizes the signal processing of both hearing instruments so that they operate simultaneously as one unit. This means that the two instruments are always properly balanced so you hear and identify sounds better
ePocket Remote Control (optional) – volume adjustment, program changes, control without fuss, as well as instrument status (including battery power level) can be made with the touch of a button
Adaptive Noise Reduction & Speech Enhancement - minimizes background noises that can interfere with listening enjoyment, all while enhancing speech intelligibility
Automatic Situation Detection (optional) - allows you the freedom of letting the hearing instrument choose the appropriate listening program for any situation you may be in (can also detect music)
Standard REXTON Revera Half Shell Features:
For mild to severe hearing losses
Programmable, 14-channel digital signal processing
Wireless ear-to-ear technology
Optional use of ePocket remote to control volume, change program, & get battery life readout
Background noise reduction with speech enhancement
Automatic and adaptive feedback cancellation
Data Logging
Up to three individual listening programs
Manual volume control wheel
Push-button control to cycle through individual listening programs
Automatic situation detection, including music detection
Optional directional microphone available
Optional telecoil available
Audible beep for low battery alert
Size 312 battery
Available Colors -- beige, brown, tan
Siemens Centra Half Shell $2,000.00
Fully Digital 16-Channel Custom Instrument
For Mild to Severe Hearing Losses
If you have a hearing loss, then you know the importance of having the most natural, personal, and comfortable listening experience possible. That’s why Siemens developed CENTRA, the world’s most wearer-focused hearing instrument. CENTRA features breakthrough technologies like Data Learning, Sound Smoothing, and e2e Wireless.
Product Highlights:
Data Learning - takes conventional data logging systems to the next level with the world’s first trainable hearing system. It learns your loudness preferences for different listening environments and adjusts the hearing aids automatically
Sound Smoothing - the first and only sound suppression system that reduces annoying impulsive non-speech sounds such as the rustling of paper, the clanking of dishes, breaking glass – while leaving speech signals intact. It can actually detect the difference between human voice patterns and non-speech sounds, and will enhance the voice signals by suppressing the non-speech sounds
e2e Wireless - the first technology to synchronize the signal processing of both hearing instruments so that they operate simultaneously as one unit. This means that the two instruments are always properly balanced so you hear and identify sounds better
ePocket Remote Control (optional accessory) – volume adjustment, program changes, control without fuss, as well as instrument status (including battery power level) can be made with the touch of a button
Standard SIEMENS Centra Half Shell Features:
For mild to severe hearing losses
Programmable, 16-channel digital signal processing
e2e (ear-to-ear) Wireless
Optional use of ePocket remote to control volume, change program, & get battery life readout
Background noise reduction with speech enhancement
Automatic and adaptive feedback cancellation
Data Learning
Up to three individual listening programs
Optional telecoil (t-coil)
Optional directional microphone
Push button control to cycle through your individual listening programs
Manual volume control wheel
Automatic situation detection, including music detection
Audible beep for low battery alert
Size 312 battery
Available Colors -- beige, brown, tan
Special Instructions for Custom In-The-Ear Instrument Orders:
When your order is received, we will send you impression kits (at no charge). You can easily make an impression, or cast of your ear...tens of thousands of our customers have done this over the years. Or if you have an older instrument that fits well, we can use that for the impression. Either of these is necessary for a custom-fitted hearing aid. Also, provide us with a copy of an audiogram (hearing test) if you have one. It will be very helpful, but is not necessary.
