Test report: Hansaton jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC

The Hansaton jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC in review

Hansaton offers a small hearing aid with jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC that is worn in the ear. It is a hearing aid from the upper price segment and is suitable for light, moderate, and stronger hearing needs. The direct placement in the ear canal ensures that sound reaches the eardrum without losses.

Hearing comfort

First, we looked at the comfort features. The better these are, the easier and more pleasant the hearing experience becomes. In this hearing aid, the manufacturer provides the customer with comprehensive sound management. The traditional noise suppression ensures that consistent, unimportant sounds are lowered slightly. The jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC has made an effort and included efficient noise reduction. The jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC impresses us with its wind reduction and offers good performance in that regard.

Impulse sounds occur very frequently in everyday life. There’s the dishwasher that needs to be emptied, or the bunch of keys that gets placed on the table. The jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC features strong impulse sound management, making these sounds tolerable. The special design of the jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC proves fortunate when it comes to spatial hearing. The microphones are positioned deep in the ear canal, and that is exactly where sound reaches even those with normal hearing. Spatial hearing does not need to be artificially recreated but occurs naturally. With 16 frequency channels, the jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC clearly belongs to the better devices and allows for individualized, well-sounding programming.

Strategies based on artificial intelligence are not yet utilized in this hearing aid from Hansaton.

Rating Hearing comfort: 2,3

Hansaton jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC: The automatic situational recognition makes quiet sounds audible again. You achieve a good spatial sound with the placement of the hearing aid directly in the ear.

Operation & connectivity

Every person has their own unique hearing needs. Therefore, it is advantageous to be able to customize hearing aids beyond the automatic functions. In our test, we discovered the following access options: First, we found a button directly on the hearing aid. This is very useful, as it is the easiest and fastest way to make changes. The volume can be adjusted through this button, and various hearing programs can also be activated. If someone prefers not to adjust anything directly on the ear, they can, of course, disable the button. Remote controls for hearing aids are quite common today, but Hansaton has not provided one for this device.

The modern form of operation via voice command is not found in the jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC yet. Tap Control would have also been an interesting feature. This allows a quick tap on the ear to change the function. However, this is not available in the jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC yet.

We searched in the app store for an app for further adjustments in vain; we would have preferred it differently. If you were looking forward to wireless streaming, we regret to inform you that a wireless module has unfortunately not been integrated here.

Rating Operation & connectivity: 3,5

Simplicity & security

How does one cope with a hearing aid in everyday life? This is the next aspect we need to assess. Because only if such a device works simply and uncomplicatedly can one become accustomed to it. A well-functioning situational awareness already creates a lot of relaxation in daily hearing. You don't have to constantly fiddle with the device and can easily rely on the automated adjustment. We are very pleased with the integrated acclimatization manager. It gradually increases the volume of the hearing aid in tiny steps until our target amplification is eventually reached. We can slowly and comfortably get used to the new hearing impressions.

The jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC is not rechargeable. It continues to get its power from disposable size 312 batteries, which need to be changed every few days.

Unfortunately, this hearing aid does not have any special protection against incoming dust or moisture; in any case, there is no certification that defines the device's robustness. It may not be very suitable for an active daily life.

Rating Simplicity & security: 3,0

Hansaton jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC: To make a call, hold your smartphone or landline phone to your ear as usual. The microphone of the hearing aid is positioned just right.

Extras

Finally, let's take a quick look at whether there are any extras: Hansaton has integrated a noise generator that plays some soothing sounds for those suffering from tinnitus. This can distract from the tinnitus and provide a bit more relaxation.

Unfortunately, there is no option for remote adjustments. So, anyone who needs optimization and wants to change their hearing aid settings will have to visit an acoustics professional.

There are no sensors in this jazz XC Pro 7 variant, so the popular health tracking feature cannot be offered. For example, it usually counts the steps taken throughout the day. As mentioned - this hearing aid does not include this function. The hearing aid also does without additional features such as special assistance systems, a fall alarm, or language translators. This is not a major issue, as it does not affect the important hearing functions.

Rating Extras: 3,3

Conclusion: Hansaton jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC

With an overall grade of 2.91, this model holds its ground in the mid-range. It has a fairly decent comfort feature set on board, sufficient for typical everyday moments and providing a satisfying listening experience.

 

Our Hansaton jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC review was created on November 29, 2020 and lastly updated on September 8, 2022. The overall rating of 2,91 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

Is the jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC from Hansaton suitable for me?

The fitting range of this hearing aid is "hearing loss mild, moderate or severe." Whether your hearing deficit falls within this range can be quickly assessed by a local hearing aid specialist.

How much does the jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC from Hansaton cost?

The rough framework in which the Hansaton jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC is currently offered in Germany is approximately between €2,500.00 and €3,000.00. When considering the price, one should also look at the overall rating: The overall test score in the HörShop test is 2.9 (satisfactory). Details are also important for placing the hearing aid price: The star rating of "noise suppression" in the test shows a good 4 out of 5 stars.

What size is the Hansaton jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC?

This in-ear hearing aid has been classified in size class S. This means it is medium-sized. You can compare it with other hearing aids in this size class: Hearing Aid Comparison.

How well can you hear with the Hansaton jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC?

The jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC from the manufacturer Hansaton is equipped with 16 separately adjustable equalizer bands (for context: current top devices have 25 bands). The evaluation of noise suppression for this device achieves a good 4 out of 5 stars. The wind noise suppression of the jazz XC Pro 7 312 ITC receives a rating of 'very good' (4 out of 5 stars). Summarizing the entire area of "hearing comfort," the overall score in the test is 2.3 (good).

 

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