Nucleus® 6 Sound Processor
The small, light sound processor that delivers seamless connectivity and enhanced hearing performance.
Get the most from your hearing
The Nucleus® 6 Sound Processor includes SmartSound® iQ with SCAN technology, a feature that helps you understand speech1 so you focus on what's being said.
Pick your colour
The Nucleus 6 Sound Processor comes in five colours, so you can choose the shade that best matches your preference.
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Taking the hard work out of hearing
"The [Nucleus] 6 has given me the greatest thing I’ve ever asked for: just to hear music coming from my daughter."
- Sue G, Cochlear™ Nucleus® 6 recipient, Australia
Hear your best wherever you areNever miss a moment — in a quiet room or outside on a windy day, your sound processor will automatically adjust using SmartSound iQ with SCAN. |
Boost your remaining hearingThe integrated hearing aid functionality allows you to use the hearing you have to understand speech in complex listening environments. |
Improve your speech understandingEnhance your hearing with SmartSound iQ with SCAN technology. It automatically applies the best direction and settings for your microphone to help you understand other peoples' speech. |
Filter out background noiseDual microphones work together to reduce sound from behind and to the sides so you hear more of what you want. |
Confidence comes from clarity
"The TV Streamer allows me to actually stream directly into both ears from the TV. Going wireless has been absolutely amazing. I thought it was great before, but it’s even better now."
- Faye Y, Cochlear™ Nucleus® recipient, Australia
Focus on the conversation with easeThe Mini Microphone 2+ streams sound directly to your sound processor. Hear more clearly, whether you’re in a classroom, at work or in a busy restaurant. |
Watch TV comfortablyTake in your favourite TV show at your own personal volume and without the need for closed captions using the TV Streamer. |
Talk on the phoneEnjoy better sound quality with audio streaming using the Cochlear Wireless Phone Clip. |
Bring sound closer – no strings attachedFree yourself of wires with Cochlear True Wireless™ technology and focus less on hearing and more on what's important. |
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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 read the instructions for use. Not all products are available in all countries. Please contact your local Cochlear representative for product information.
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* Please seek advice from your medical practitioner or health professional about treatments for hearing loss. They will be able to advise on a suitable solution for the hearing loss condition. All products should be used only as directed by your medical practitioner or health professional. Not all products are available in all countries.
** The Nucleus 6 Sound Processor with Aqua+ and Aqua+ Coil is water resistant to level IP68 of the International Standard IEC60529 when you use a Cochlear Standard Rechargeable Battery Module or Cochlear Compact Rechargeable Battery Module. Refer to the relevant User Guide for more information.
References
- Mauger SJ, Warren C, Knight M, Goorevich M, Nel E. Clinical evaluation of the Nucleus 6 cochlear implant system: performance improvements with SmartSound iQ. International Journal Of Audiology. 2014, Aug; 53(8): 564-576.[Sponsored by Cochlear].
- Gifford R, Davis T, Sunderhaus L et al. Combined Electric and Acoustic Stimulation with Hearing Preservation: Effect of Cochlear Implant Low-Frequency Cutoff on Speech Understanding and Perceived Listening Difficulty. Ear Hear. (2017 Sep/Oct); 38(5):539-553.