Widex Unique CIC

Widex Unique CIC is a hearing aid custom-made from an impression of your ear and placed inside the ear canal. CIC stands for "completely-in-canal": because the device sits inside the canal, often only the small removal cord is visible from the outside. It offers the sound processing of the Unique range in a small in-the-ear shell. The ear impression is taken at our centre with a soft mould material in a few minutes and sent for production; when the device arrives, we check the fit and settings together.

Sound and hearing features

Unique CIC recognises the environment automatically and adjusts itself using nine sound classes. With the microphone close to the canal entrance, it makes use of the way the outer ear collects sound; this makes it easier to use in windy conditions and when holding the phone to the ear. Unique's wind noise reduction also helps you follow conversations outdoors.

Buttons and control

Unique CIC has no program or volume button; the device works automatically once it is in the ear. If you want to change the settings, you can use DEX accessories. Unlike Micro CIC, Unique CIC is compatible with DEX accessories: with RC-DEX you can change volume and program, and with TV-DEX you can stream television sound to your device.

Differences from Micro CIC and XP

The Unique family has three small in-the-ear models. Unique Micro CIC sits deeper in the canal but cannot be used with DEX accessories. Unique CIC is slightly larger and offers accessory connection, so it is more flexible for people who watch television often or want to use a remote control. Unique XP is designed for more power and easier use.

Who is it for?

Unique CIC can be considered by people who do not want to wear a device behind the ear, whose ear canal is wide enough and who want to use accessories for television or the phone. It needs regular care, and the wax filter should be changed on time. Using a drying box at night also helps prevent damage from moisture. Suitability is decided by an ear examination and your hearing test; for very narrow or winding canals, a different style may be recommended.

At our Pendik centre, after a free hearing test and an ear impression, we can discuss a trial of the Widex Unique CIC hearing aid. You can compare in-the-ear styles on our in-the-ear hearing aids page.