in-the-ear
Worn inside auditory
In-the-ear describes hearing aids designed to fit entirely within the ear canal or outer ear, as opposed to behind-the-ear models: She preferred the discreet in-the-ear style.
The term appears mainly in audiology and hearing aid marketing.
Adjusted to individual specifications
- canalDug water passage
- audiologistHearing disorder specialist
- amplificationIncrease in intensity
- receiverOne who accepts transmission
microphone · battery · discreet · molded · fitting · earmold · feedback · occlusion
Untethered signal transmission
- BluetoothShort-range wireless protocol
- AirPodsApple's Bluetooth earbuds
- snug-fitTightly conforming to shape
- secureProtected from harm
workout · commute · podcast · music · call · bass · driver · seal
Raised performance platform
- musicianOne who performs melodies
- performerOne who entertains audiences
- driverVehicle operator
- isolationComplete separation from others
cable · detachable · audiophile · soundstage · ambient · seal · tips
custom-fit
Adjusted to individual specifications
- canalDug water passage
- audiologistHearing disorder specialist
- amplificationIncrease in intensity
receiver · microphone · battery · discreet · molded · fitting · earmold · feedback · occlusion · ventilation
wireless
Untethered signal transmission
- BluetoothShort-range wireless protocol
- AirPodsApple's Bluetooth earbuds
- snug-fitTightly conforming to shape
secure · workout · commute · podcast · music · call · bass · driver · seal · comfort
stage
Raised performance platform
isolation · cable · detachable · audiophile · soundstage · ambient · seal · tips