Williams Sound PocketTalker PRO System with Headphone

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Product Features

• Includes (1) PKTC1 Amplifier w/ Omnidirectional Mic
• Includes (1) Light-Weight Headphone
• Comes with TV listening cord, Belt clip & System carrying case
• Includes (2) AA Alkaline batteries
• Covered under a 5-year Mfg. Warranty

Product Description

Hear what youve been missing!!! The Pocketalker Pro includes a sensitive microphone that can be placed close to the sound source to minimize background noise, a compact amplifier with volume control, and your choice of three earphone/headphone options to deliver full range, high quality sound. For hearing aid wearer, neckloop and silhouette telecoil couplers are available for use with telecoil-equipped hearing aids. (2) AA Alkaline batteries provide up to 100 hours of use, while rechargeable batteries and AC Adapter/Charger are also available (ITM#105*BATKT3). A microphone extension cord for TV listening, a belt clip case, and a handy carry case are standard components as well. The optional Telelink attaches to the handset of most telephones and amplifies calls to a clear and comfortable listening level. Easy-To-Use Anywhere: One-on-One Conversations, Indoor-outdoor activities, Listening in a car, TV or radio listening and Restaurants or small groups. The Pocketalker Pro is also used by doctors, lawyers, clergy and other professionals when counseling hearing impaired people. The Pocketalker Pro meets ADA (Americans w/ Disabilities Act) regulations and is a convenient way to provide communication accessibility in public places and businesses. Product dimensions (imperial): 0.75 inch H x 2.25 inch L x 3.5 inch W Product dimensions (metric): 19.05 mm H x 57.15 mm L x 88.90 mm W

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• ASIN: B000Z7FS0K
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #127,768 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A lot better than I expected., October 12, 2009

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Yojimbo (Nevada) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Williams Sound PocketTalker PRO System with Headphone (Health and Beauty)

Given all the negative comments about assisted hearing devices I was expecting to be disappointed but it worked much as advertised. It made me realize that my hearing is, in fact, diminished and now I feel better about taking the next step and getting a hearing aid. Was worth the cost. My only criticism is that given the state of today's electronics seems like it could have been made smaller.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Better than hearing aids at a fraction of the price, January 25, 2011

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J. Hodroff - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Williams Sound PocketTalker PRO System with Headphone (Health and Beauty)

My elderly mother, who is extremely hard of hearing, was recently hospitalized. Her Dr. recommended that while in the hospital she use a Pocket Talker, rather than take a chance on losing her very expensive digital hearing aids.

I was amazed how well this device worked. It easily outperformed her hearing aids, at a fraction of the price. It is also far more durable than the hearing aids, which were constantly in need of repair.

She is out of the hospital, but continues to use the Pocket Talker, while her hearing aids sit in the case. She is happier and so is everyone around her!

One additional note, I chose the Pro over the Ultra primarily because the tone control is internally adjustable. It can be tailored for her hearing loss and won't be inadvertently changed. The Pro also has an internal adjustment to limit maximum gain (volume), which should help limit feedback and be easier on her ears.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars BETTER THAN THE PRICE INDICATES, January 13, 2010

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Stephen Young "geezerdog" (usa) - See all my reviews
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The Pockettalker was bought to replace a $1600 set of digital hearing aids with a three warranty that crapped out after the warranty expired. Aftermarket warranties are $250+ a year. The pockettalker is bulky and the earphones are cumbersome. But the sound quality is surprisingly good, the battery life is better than the digital aids, and it comes with a 5 year warranty- plus there are accessories available and the replacement cost is affordable. If appearance is not an issue, I would highly recommend these over digital hearing aids.