Nucleus® sound processors

Nucleus® sound processors are designed to work hard so adults and children don't have to strain to hear.

By helping their hearing to be its best they can strengthen their connection to their world.

Learn more about Nucleus sound processors and the different options and features available.

"For us, we are simply so indescribably happy that this technology is available to us and we can benefit from it."

- Eva, mother of Teresa, Cochlear™ implant recipient

Compare Nucleus® sound processors

With a choice of sound processors that sit behind or off the ear, Cochlear offers hearing technology that can make an adult or child's hearing as sharp as it can be.

Nucleus® 7 Sound Processor

The world's first cochlear implant sound processor that can be controlled and streamed directly from a smartphone.

Nucleus® Kanso® 2 Sound Processor

Our latest off-the-ear sound processor: advanced connectivity and proven hearing performance technology in a simple and durable all-in-one design.

Nucleus® smart sound processing technology

Whether you're in a restaurant, playground or office, let your sound processor do the work by automatically adapting to your environment.

Nucleus® smartphone compatibility

Adults and children can connect with the people they love and the world around them – all from a compatible Apple or Android™ device.

Disclaimer

Please seek advice from your health professional about treatments for hearing loss. Outcomes may vary, and your health professional will advise you about the factors which could affect your outcome. Always follow the directions for use. Not all products are available in all countries. Please contact your local Cochlear representative for product information.

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Views expressed are those of the individual. Consult your health professional to determine if you are a candidate for Cochlear technology.

References

Cochlear Limited. D1296247. CLTD 5620 Clinical Evaluation of Nucleus 7 Cochlear Implant System. October 2017.
Mauger SJ, et al. Clinical evaluation of the Nucleus 6 cochlear implant system: performance improvements with SmartSound iQ. International Journey Of Audiology. 2014, Aug; 53(8): 564‐576. [Sponsored by Cochlear].
Mauger SJ, et al. Clinical outcomes with the Kanso off‐the‐ear cochlear implant sound processor. Int J Audiol. Published online 09 Jan 2017 (DOI:10.1080/14992027.2016.1265156)
Wolfe J, et al. Benefits of Adaptive Signal Processing in a Commercially Available Cochlear Implant Sound Processor. Otol Neurotol. 2015 Aug;36(7):1181‐90.
Cochlear Limited. D1660797. CP1150 Sound Processor Interim Clinical Investigation Report. 2020; Jan.