Description
Rechargeable Version extra £50 per aid
Founded in 1967, Starkey is America’s largest hearing aid manufacturer. Starkey have a worldwide presence and, in the UK, their factory is based in Stockport.  Starkey have established a Hearing Foundation where their volunteers have fitted over 1 million hearing aids to those in need across the globe.
The entry level model is the Starkey Muse iQ i1000 designed for users with quiet lifestyles.
The Starkey Muse is available in a lithium ion rechargeable version. The hearing comes with a charging box which has a built-in battery for charging on the go
Running the synergy platform, SoundLens hearing aids use the Acuity Landscape Analyser to detect and adjusts the hearing aids to the specific listening environment. Active Immersion technology prioritises speech from any direction and noise control reduces unwanted noise to maintain a comfortable listening environment.
The hearing aids have a dedicated adjustable music compressor allowing for enhanced and an enjoyable music listening experience.
Starkey released Muse iQ in 5 technology levels; i2400, i2000, i1600, i1200 and i1000. Full features and a comparison can be found on our product pages.
Starkey Muse iQ i1000 RIC R – This rechargeable version has a built in telecoil and full wireless connectivity. The device has a multifunction push button allowing for programme change and volume control. It can be programmed to fit mild to severe hearing losses.
Starkey Muse iQ i1000 mRIC – A mini RIC running on a 312 battery, this micro RIC has wireless connectivity. The device has a multifunction push button allowing for programme change and volume control. It can be programmed to fit mild to severe hearing losses.
Starkey Muse iQ i1000 RIC 312 – Full wireless connectivity running on a 312 battery. The device has a multifunction push button allowing for programme change and volume control. It can be programmed to fit mild to severe hearing loses.
Starkey Muse iQ i1000 AP – This Absolute Power (AP) version can be fitted for severe to profound losses. The device has a multifunction push button allowing for programme change and volume control.
Starkey Muse iQ i1000 BTE – A mini behind the ear device running on a size 312 battery. The device has full wireless capability. The device has a multifunction push button allowing for programme change and volume control.
Starkey Muse iQ i1000 BTE – A behind the ear device running on a long-lasting size 13 battery. The device has full wireless capability. The device has a multifunction push button allowing for programme change and volume control.
Starkey Muse iQ i1000 CIC – A custom made wireless CIC product will connect to Starkey SurfLink products. The device uses a size 10 battery. A programme change can be fitted to the device. The hearing aid will have one microphone and is therefore omnidirectional. The hearing aid can be fitted to mild to moderately-severe hearing losses.
Starkey Muse iQ i1000 ITC – -A custom made wireless ITC product will connect to Starkey SurfLink products. The device uses a size 312 battery. A programme change button and volume control can be fitted to the device. With two microphones the hearing aid has directionality and therefore improved performance in back ground noise. The hearing aid can be fitted to mild to severe hearing losses.
Starkey Muse iQ i1000 ITE – A custom made wireless ITE product will connect to Starkey SurfLink products. The device uses a size 312 or 13 battery. A programme change button and volume control can be fitted to the device. With two microphones the hearing aid has directionality and therefore improved performance in back ground noise. The hearing aid can be fitted to mild to severe hearing losses.
SurfLink Accessories:
SurfLink Mini Mobile – Enables the user to connect any mobile device with Bluetooth® technology to your hearing aids.
SurfLink Media 2 – Enables you to stream your TV/Stereo to your hearing devices
SurfLink Remote – Pocket sized remote for changing volume and hearing aid programmes
SurfLink Mini Microphone 2 – This discreet, lightweight microphone is worn by your conversation partner to aid you in one-on-one conversations in difficult listening environments.
Why Choose Sound Hearing?
soundhearing.org is a company that works in Greater London and in parts of Essex and Kent.
Our purpose is to provide high quality, transparent and affordable hearing care.
Through detailed descriptions of each hearing aid and its features, our website outlines every product available on the market from the main hearing aid manufacturers. This allows you to compare hearing aids from each range.
Unlike many high street providers, we are not owned (partially or wholly) by a particular manufacturer, which is why we can offer you the choice of hundreds of hearing aids.
To help you make the right choice, feel free to contact us for advice and to answer any questions you may have.  An audiologist can also come to your home, free of charge, in order to assess your hearing and your listening needs.