Custom Fit Hearing Aids
Discover custom fit hearing aids designed for discreet, personalised hearing support. Explore the range available at Hearing Partners and find a solution tailored to your hearing needs and lifestyle.
What Are Custom Fit Hearing Aids?
Custom fit hearing aids, also known as custom-made hearing aids, are made to follow the unique shape of your ear. Unlike devices that sit behind the ear, they are housed partly or fully within the ear canal or outer ear, depending on the style you choose.
What Are the Benefits of Custom Fit Hearing Aids?
Custom fit hearing aids can offer a comfortable and secure listening solution for everyday use. The benefits you experience will depend on the style chosen, your hearing needs and how the device is fitted.
Small and discreet
Comfortable fit
Improved sound quality
Types of Custom Fit Hearing Aids
Custom fit hearing aids are in-the-ear hearing aids. They range from devices positioned deep within the ear canal to larger styles that fill part of the outer ear. Your hearing care professional will recommend the most suitable style based on your hearing profile, lifestyle and preferred features.
| Invisible-in-the-Canal (IIC) | Completely-in-Canal (CIC) | In-the-Canal (ITC) | Half-shell | Full-shell | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Position | Sits deepest within the ear canal | Sits completely inside the ear canal | Sits partly inside the ear canal | Fills part of the outer ear | Fills most of the outer ear |
| Extent of hearing loss | Mild to severe | Mild to severe | Mild to severe | Mild to severe | Mild to severe |
| Handling | May be harder to handle due to its small size; comes with a removal cord for easier handling | May be harder to handle due to its small size; comes with a removal cord for easier handling | Larger size allows for easier insertion and adjustment | Easier to handle than canal styles | Generally the easiest custom style to handle |
| Features | Prioritises discretion; fewer controls and connectivity options | Compact design; available features depend on the model | May support manual controls, Bluetooth connectivity or a telecoil | Can accommodate larger controls and may support Bluetooth or a telecoil | Offers more space for controls and may support Bluetooth or a telecoil |
Who Is Suitable for Custom Fit Hearing Aids?
Custom fit hearing aids may suit adults who prefer a device worn inside the ear rather than behind it. You may wish to consider one if you:
- Prioritise discretion: Smaller IIC and CIC styles sit deep within the ear canal and may be less noticeable when worn.
- Wear glasses: With the entire hearing aid worn inside the ear, custom styles may feel more comfortable for those wearing spectacles.
- Prefer a personalised fit: Each device is made to follow the shape of your ear so it sits securely during daily activities.
- Want a single-piece device: Some people may find custom hearing aids easier to insert than behind-the-ear models with separate components.
- Spend time outdoors: As custom devices are worn inside the ear, the microphone is shielded from direct wind exposure, reducing whistling sounds.
Suitability will still depend on your hearing profile, ear anatomy and ability to handle the device. Smaller models may also offer fewer controls or connectivity features, so your hearing care professional can help you decide which style best matches your needs.
Explore the Range of Custom Fit Hearing Aids at Hearing Partners
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Where to Get Custom Fit Hearing Aids in Malaysia
You can get custom fit hearing aids at Hearing Partners, where our hearing care professionals can guide you from your initial hearing test through device selection, fitting and post-fitting care. Visit one of our hearing centres across Malaysia to get started.
Amcorp Mall
Address: Unit 229, 2nd Floor, Amcorp Mall, 18 Jalan Persiaran Barat, 46050 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +60379588257
Bukit Tinggi
Address: The Landmark, No 1-5 Level 1, MTBBT 2, Jalan Batu Nilam 16, Bandar Bukit Tinggi, 41200 Klang, Selangor.
Opening hours:
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +60333233527
Elit Penang
Address: 1-1-07 Elit Avenue, Jalan Mayang Pasir 3, 11950 Bayan Baru, Penang
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +6046464646
Hearing & Balance Centre (HBC)
Address: Consultation Room A809, Level 8, Block A, Pantai Hospital, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +60322823299
Ipoh
Address: No 10, Persiaran Greentown 4C, Greentown Avenue, 30450 Ipoh, Perak.
Opening hours:
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +6052461912
Melaka
Address: No 22, Lorong Setia 1, Taman Ayer Keroh Height, 75450 Ayer Keroh Melaka
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +6062930859
Menjalara Kepong
Address: No. 24G, Jalan Medan Putra 4, Medan Putra Business Centre, Menjalara, Kepong, 51200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +60362808168
Mount Austin
Address: 27, Jalan Mutiara Emas 9/3, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +6073596851
Permas Jaya
Address: G-16, Block C, Permas Mall, 3, Jalan Permas Utara, Permas Jaya, 81750 Masai, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +6076969800
Raja Uda
Address: 103, Pusat Perniagaan Raja Uda, Jalan Raja Uda, 12300 Butterworth, Penang.
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +6043231030
Seremban
Address: No 4 Jalan Rasah, 70300 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan
Opening hours:
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +6067631307
SS15
Address: No. 34 G, Jalan SS15/4C, Subang Jaya, 47500, Selangor
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +60356118556
SS2
Address: No 11, Jalan SS2/55, Petaling Jaya, 47300, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +60378737946
Taman Abad
Address: 13 Jalan Harimau Tarum, Taman Abad 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +6073351455
Tanjung Tokong
Address: 15-G, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, Tanjung Tokong 10470 Penang
Opening hours:
Monday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +6048981030
Tawakkal
Address: No. 29-G, Ground Floor Jalan Sarikei, Off Jalan Pahang, 53000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
Phone: +60340319140
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FAQs About Custom Fit Hearing Aids
Custom fit hearing aids may suit you if you prefer a device that sits inside your ear, particularly if discretion or comfort when wearing glasses is important to you. However, suitability also depends on your hearing loss, ear anatomy and ability to handle a smaller device. If you would like to have your hearing assessed and discuss whether a custom style is right for you, book an appointment with us today.
Consider whether the device can support your degree of hearing loss and how easy it will be for you to handle. You should also check whether the style offers features that matter to you, such as wireless connectivity, as some models do not include them. Your ear health and the aftercare offered by the provider may also influence which option is most suitable.
Hearing aid prices will depend on the model, technology level and features selected. At Hearing Partners, custom fit hearing aids generally range from RM4,000 to RM18,500 per piece. Book an appointment for a personalised recommendation and quotation based on your hearing needs.
The process usually begins with a hearing assessment and consultation to identify your hearing needs and extent of hearing loss. If you are suitable for a custom hearing aid, our hearing care professional will take an impression of your ear.
Once the device is ready, you will be fitted with the hearing aid. Your hearing care professional will programme it based on your hearing results and arrange follow-up care where required.
Custom fit hearing aids generally take around two to three weeks to produce because they are customised to the shape of your ear. The exact timeframe may differ depending on the chosen model and whether any adjustments are needed after your fitting.
Yes, some custom fit hearing aids are rechargeable. However, availability varies according to the brand, model and provider.
There is no single custom hearing aid that is best for everyone. The right choice will depend on your hearing test results, ear shape and the features that matter to you in daily life. Book an appointment to find the most suitable device based on your hearing needs and preferences.
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