Models
There are different types of systems. The Baha Classic and Compact will not be manufactured anymore. In 2012 the following types are available: the Cochlear Baha Cordelle, Divino and Intenso. In 2009 the Baha 3 (BP100) and Ponto pro were released. In May 2011 Oticon Medical launched a more powerful version of the Ponto Pro the Ponto Pro Power. Cochlear released the Baha 3 BP110 Power Sound Processor which can be fitted to the same patients as the Intenso.
- Cordelle II. A bodyworn Baha for people with a severe hearing loss who need more amplification than the other Bahas available. The Cordelle II consists of a transducer which snaps onto the abutment and a bodyworn unit. This is the only Baha to have an induction telecoil receiver built in.
- Baha Classic 300. This is the older Baha device which has been mostly superseded by the Compact and Divino but is still worn by those with more severe and mixed hearing losses. This was discontinued in February 2007.
- Baha Compact. Rated as identical to the Classic but found to be slightly less powerful by a few users. The Compact is 33% smaller than the Classic and has added AGCo and improved shielding from mobile telephone signals.
- Baha Divino. Released in July 2005 this was the first digital Baha which had a built-in directional microphone.
- Baha Intenso. More power and clearer sound quality in all types of listening environments plus far less irritation from feedback.
- Cochlear Baha 3 BP100 Sound Processor) - released in 2009 the BP100 is a fully programmable, multi channel digital sound processor
- Cochlear Baha 3 BP110 Power Sound Processor - released in 2011 the Baha 3 Power is a higher powered version of the fully programmable digital sound processor
OTICON:
- Oticon Medical
- Ponto Pro introduced in 2009 is a more streamlined teardrop shaped baha receiver from a well known manufacturer of hearing aids, Oticon.
- Ponto Power was added by Oticon in 2011 as a higher-powered version of Ponto Pro, offering more volume with no discernable feedback.
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