Built for an active life
The Nucleus 5 Sound Processor is a totally new design that uses state-of-the-art robust and durable materials. This means your or your child can take part in sport safe in the knowledge that the sound processor will handle the impending rough and tumble.
Stronger materials
Titanium foundations are the hallmarks for Nucleus internal device reliability. With the added strength of new specialty formula durable plastics the
Nucleus 5 Sound Processor is designed to stand up to the bumps and knocks of daily life.
Protecting sound quality
It’s important that the tiny and sophisticated microphones are protected from the sweat, dirt and grime of a normal and active lifestyle. Only Cochlear has developed GORE® Protective Vents - microphone protectors designed to safeguard the microphones while not compromising on sound quality.

The processor parts
- GORE® Protective Vents - microphone protectors
- Separate coil and coil cable
- Strong chrome trim
- Robust and durable plastics
- Teflon® coated titanium bayonet connectors