$1,499.99 USD a pair
Kirkland Signature 9.0 is a RIC (Receiver-in-Canal) instrument available from Costco with features similar to the Phonak M90 hearing aid.
KS9 Summary
- 4 receiver power levels
- 20 fine-tuning channels, 9 automatic programs, 3 manual programs
- Accessories: TV Connector
- Binaural signal processing and binaural beamforming
- Direct connectivity to any Bluetooth phone with audio streaming to both ears
- Hands-free phone calls with built-in microphones
- Premium-level classification of environmental sounds and streamed media
- Receiver-in-canal (RIC) form factor with 312 battery
- Third-generation enhanced automatic operating system
Kirkland Signature 9.0 Features
| Feature | Description | KS9 |
| Adaptation Control | Gradually adapts the volume of the hearing aid to help you get used to all of the sounds | ✔ |
| App Compatible | Use your smartphone as a remote control | ✔ |
| Automatic 3.0 | Sound is precisely analyzed in real-time providing the optimal setting for a great listening experience | ✔ |
| Balance | Adjust the environmental noise while streaming or during a phone call | ✔ |
| Binaural Sync | Control both hearing aids with one touch of a button | ✔ |
| Bluetooth Compatible | Stream phone calls, media and music from any Bluetooth compatible device | ✔ |
| Directional Microphone with SNR-Boost | Directional microphone technology improving speech intelligibility in noisy situations | ✔ |
| DuoTel | Hear the phone in both ears for better speech understanding | ✔ |
| Echo Manager | Reduces distortion in areas where there is an echo | ✔ |
| Feedback Manager | No more annoying whistling | ✔ |
| HiFrequency Protect+ | Makes high frequency speech information more audible | ✔ |
| Impulse Manager | Reduces otherwise unpleasant impulse sounds | ✔ |
| Multifunction Button | Adjust the volume, answer the phone or change programs | ✔ |
| Narrow Speech Focus | Zoom in on voices in front of you in very noise environments | ✔ |
| Programs Product Warranty | Ease of mind that your investment is covered for repair and a one-time courtesy replacement | 3 years |
| Programs (within Automatic 3.0) | Individually customized for unique listening environments: Quiet, Comfort, Noise, Loud Noise, Echo, Car, Music, Streamed Speech, Streamed Music | ✔ |
| Real Ear Effect | Restores localization and maintains natural sound quality | ✔ |
| Remote Control | Control your hearing aids from a handheld device | ✔ |
| Speech Direct | Designed to provide improved understanding in noisy situations | ✔ |
| Telecoil | Works as an antenna to pick up magnetic signals and streams | ✔ |
| Water and Dust Resistant | Water, moisture and dust resistant (IP68 rated) | ✔ |
| Wind Manager | Suppresses wind noise when you are outdoors | ✔ |
Comparison Across Hearing Aids
| KS8 | KS9 | Phonak Brio 4 | Phonak Audéo M-90 | |
| Battery Size | 312 | 312 | 312 | 312,13 |
| Bluetooth Pairing | Multiple devices | Multiple devices | Multiple devices | Multiple devices |
| Channels | 48 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| CROS/ BiCROS Fittings | No | No | No | Yes |
| Direct Connect | iPhone only | Android/ iPhone | Android/ iPhone | Android/ iPhone |
| Marvel 2.0 Update | N/A | *Yes* | Yes | Yes |
| MyPhonak App | N/A | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PartnerMic Support | N/A | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rechargeable | No | No | No | Yes |
| Remote Fitting | No | No | No | Yes |
| RogerDirect Support | N/A | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tinnitus Therapy | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Type | RIC | RIC | BTE | RIC |
| Price | $1,599.99 a pair | $1,499.99 a pair | $2,499.99 a pair | $4,000 to $6,500 a pair |
Top 7 Manual Programs Available
Maximum of 3 can be programmed. 1 can be selected at a time.
- Car
- Comfort
- Echo
- Loud Noise
- Music
- Noise
- Quiet
Available KS9 Colors
Compatible TV Streamer
Kirkland Signature 9.0 Video
Website:
Costco Kirkland Signature 9.0
User Guides and FAQs:
KS9 User Portal
Datasheet:
Kirkland Signature 9.0.pdf
Easy Line Remote for Apple iOS:
Sonova Easy Line Remote App (Apple)
Easy Line Remote for Android:
Sonova Easy Line Remote App (Android)