The Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC in review
Hansaton offers the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC, a small hearing aid that is worn in the ear. It is a hearing aid from a still moderate price category and is suitable for mild to profound hearing loss. Its position in the front part of the ear canal ensures that sound reaches the eardrum without any losses.
Hearing comfort
A good understanding of speech is a given in modern hearing aids. Equally important is hearing comfort. Only when the ratio of speech transmission to the level of background noise is right will hearing be perceived as pleasant. That’s why we take a look at the comfort features: The jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC provides the customer with comprehensive noise management. Normal ambient sounds such as street noise, the vacuum cleaner noise, or the sound of a fan should be dampened by classic noise suppression. In this Hansaton hearing aid, we are satisfied with the effectiveness of the noise suppression. It can not only be turned on or off but also adjusted in stages.
Short and sharp sounds are usually annoying, but this model features an adjustable impulse sound control. This makes sounds like cutlery clattering, slamming drawers, or rustling newspapers less unpleasant. Here, the wind suppression is very solid and satisfies us in everyday life. Hearing aids like the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC maintain the natural sense of space, as we have experienced since childhood. The function of the outer ear, head size, head shadow effects—all these parameters create a real, original 3D hearing experience. The jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC has 14 adjustable frequency bands, placing it in the middle range. A good acoustician can certainly extract a decent sound from it.
Other hearing aids already use artificial intelligence in their signal processing, but this strategy is not yet implemented in the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC.
Rating Hearing comfort: 2,3
Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC: In road traffic, the Hansaton Jazz is an excellent companion. On one hand, the in-ear design provides perfect spatial hearing, allowing you to perceive all sounds. On the other hand, the noise suppression reduces the volume to a level that is not uncomfortably loud, yet still remains audible.
Operation & connectivity
Almost everyone of us owns a smartphone, so it raises the question of whether it can be connected to the new hearing aid. Let's take a look at the connectivity and operability of the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC. First, we discovered a button directly on the hearing aid. This is very useful, as it is the simplest and quickest way to make adjustments. The volume can be adjusted with it, and different hearing programs can also be activated. If someone prefers not to make adjustments directly at the ear, the button can of course be deactivated. We would have liked a remote control, but Hansaton does not offer one for this model. So, no points here.
The modern form of operation via voice command is still not found in the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC. Some hearing aids can be controlled with a quick tap of a finger, without the need to press a button. However, this feature has not yet been implemented here.
If you are looking for an app, unfortunately, you will not find one here. The jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC has to do without smart operating functions. This point is lost. Unfortunately, we have to forgo a streaming function here and continue to hold the smartphone normally to the ear.
Rating Operation & connectivity: 3,5
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Simplicity & security
Of course, we are also interested in how quickly one can get used to the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC and how easy daily use is. The jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC features a solid everyday automatic that is likely sufficient for a quieter life. However, for more complex listening environments, we recommend the additional manual programs. Some people have difficulty getting used to it, but this hearing aid makes it easy for us to adjust to the new volume. There is a acclimatization manager that gradually leads us to the required target amplification. The adjustment period can last from a few weeks to several months and is individually customizable. The individual steps are so small that one hardly notices that there has been a volume increase.
Many hearing aids today have a rechargeable battery, but the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC still operates with disposable batteries. This is somewhat cumbersome to handle and also burdens the environment.
Unfortunately, this hearing aid does not have any special protection against dust or moisture, nor is there any certification that defines the robustness of the device. It may not be well suited for an active everyday life.
Rating Simplicity & security: 3,3
Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC: Good spatial hearing is produced by the position in the ear canal. This is particularly beneficial when one cannot constantly look at their conversation partner.
Extras
Finally, we want to know if the hearing aid perhaps offers any specials: A special tinnitus program can be programmed upon request in the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC. This allows stimulating, pleasant sounds to be generated that distract from tinnitus when it is particularly strong. We find this very useful and gladly award extra points.
A nice feature would be a remote maintenance service, allowing assistance from a hearing professional even when one cannot make it to the store. But unfortunately, this is not available here, so there is no extra point.
There are no sensors in this jazz XC Pro 5 variant, so popular health tracking cannot be offered. For example, steps are counted throughout the day. As mentioned - this hearing aid does not have this function. It would have been nice to have a few lifestyle features, but these are not available in the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC. Other hearing aids may score points with language translation or fall alarms, but here it remains within the usual range of functions.
Rating Extras: 3,3
Conclusion: Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC
With a final grade of 2.95, this model holds its own in the mid-range. It has quite a decent comfort level on board, sufficient for typical everyday moments and creates a satisfying listening experience.
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Our Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC review was created on March 26, 2021 and lastly updated on September 8, 2022. The overall rating of 2,95 is composed of: »Hearing Comfort (40% weighting): Rating 4 | »Operation & Connectivity (28% weighting): Rating 2.5 | »Simplicity & Security (17% weighting): Rating 3 | »Extras (15% weighting): Rating 3 | Learn more about our evaluation criteria and testing standards in How We Test..
FAQ
How noticeable is the Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC to others?
It is in the size category S, which means it appears medium-sized. We primarily considered the impression for outsiders.
What is the price of the Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC?
The price range for the Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC offered in Germany is between €2,000.00 and €2,500.00. The performance of the device corresponds to its price. In the tests, it achieved an overall rating of 3.0 (satisfactory).
Is the Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC suitable for my hearing loss?
This in-ear hearing aid is suitable for a mild, moderate, or severe hearing loss. You can compare other hearing aids from this fitting range with the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC from Hansaton: Hearing Aids Comparison.
How good is hearing with the Hansaton jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC?
This in-ear device received a performance score of 2.3 (good) in the report for the area of "listening comfort." Important for listening comfort is, among other factors, noise cancellation. Here, the jazz XC Pro 5 312 ITC from Hansaton achieves a good 4 out of 5 stars. For the reduction of wind noise, it receives our designation 'very good' (4 out of 5 stars). The signal processing in this hearing aid takes place in 14 different adjustable channels (the best hearing aids currently have 24 channels).
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