What do cochlear implants sound like?

CIs provide for good speech perception in quiet.

However, they are a coarse representation of normal hearing. Thus, background noise and music can be challenging with a cochlear implant. This simulation and a more in-depth simulation demonstrate how the rhythm of speech is easy to hear but the pitch is "compressed."

Remember, these simulations are not what patients hear for several reasons. First, modern cochlear implants have 16-24 electrodes. Secondly, the brain learns to filter out the "noise" that you hear with this simulation.

More FAQs

Are you a single or dual processor clinic?

REad the answer

Will I lose my residual hearing after cochlear implant surgery?

REad the answer

When does the robotic sound of a cochlear implant go away?

REad the answer

Why shouldn't I wait for better cochlear implant technology?

REad the answer

Why is hearing preservation cochlear implant surgery important?

REad the answer

Why do I need a hearing test?

REad the answer

Ready to get started?

Dr. Ruffin is committed to providing every patient with outstanding care.