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The Nucleus 8 Sound Processor is compatible with the Nucleus Profile Series, CI500 Series, CI24RE (Freedom) Series, CI24R, CI24M, and CI24REH. The timeframe for Nucleus 8 Sound Processor compatibility for other implants depends on research and development timelines, manufacturing processes and regulatory approvals.

The Nucleus 7 Sound Processor is compatible with the Nucleus Profile Series, CI500 Series, CI24RE (Freedom) Series, CI24R, CI24M, CI24REH, and CI22M Implants.

The Kanso and Kanso 2 Sound Processor is compatible with the Nucleus Profile Series, CI500 Series, CI24RE (Freedom) Series, CI24R and CI24M implants. The Kanso Sound Processor will not be compatible with the Nucleus® 22 (N22) Implant due to the Kanso and Kanso 2 Sound Processor's size and coil type.

The Cochlear Nucleus Hybrid acoustic component is not compatible with the Kanso Sound Processor. The Kanso Sound Processor is not intended to be used by Hybrid L24 Cochlear Implant recipients who receive benefit from the acoustic component.