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Rio instruments are available in two performance levels - Rio and Rio Sierra.

At-a-Glance Benefits of Rio:
  • Superior sound quality from digital sound processing technology
  • Quick, easy adjustments
  • Flexibility to accommodate changes in hearing loss
  • Volume control
  • Power option (Rio only)
  • Low battery beep
  • Optional directional microphone *
  • Optional Telecoil *
  • Optional switchless telecoil (Rio Sierra only) *
  • Available in all custom models
  • Power and Super Power Behind-The-Ear models available with Rio Sierra
is a single-channel custom instrument whose function can be changed from Linear to Compression to Power with the quick change of a manual control. Flexible combinations of the various types of controls allow us to select the most appropriate configuration for your hearing loss.

is a two-channel, input/output compression instrument that provides great listening comfort in demanding environments. Available in all custom models and two behind-the-ear models, Rio Sierra offers the added advantage of an optional switchless telecoil. A switchless telecoil automatically engages when an electromagnetic signal is detected on a hearing instrument-compatible telephone, making answering the telephone more natural and convenient.

The versatility and range of the Rio product line give Lloyds the opportunity to choose the Rio hearing instrument that most precisely meets your individual hearing needs. You will applaud the clear advantages of digital signal processing while enjoying the versatility of the Rio circuits.

Individual Hearing Aid Specs
Rio Sierra Full Shell:
  • Max Output: 123 dB SPL
  • HFA-OSPL90: 119 dB SPL
  • Peak Gain: 60 dB
  • Frequency Range: 200 Hz - 8000 Hz
  • Battery size/life: #13 - 320 hrs
  • Rio Full Shell:
  • Max Output: 128 dB SPL
  • HFA-OSPL90: 122 dB SPL
  • Peak Gain: 65 dB
  • Frequency Range: 200 Hz - 8000 Hz
  • Battery size/life: #13 - 320 hrs
  • Rio Sierra Half Shell:
  • Max Output: 118 dB SPL
  • HFA-OSPL90: 115 dB SPL
  • Peak Gain: 50 dB
  • Frequency Range: 220 Hz - 7500 Hz
  • Battery size/life: #312 - 140 hrs
  • Rio Half Shell:
  • Max Output: 123 dB SPL
  • HFA-OSPL90: 116 dB SPL
  • Peak Gain: 60 dB
  • Frequency Range: 200 Hz - 8000 Hz
  • Battery size/life: #312 - 240 hrs
  • Rio Sierra Canal:
  • Max Output: 120 dB
  • HFA-OSPL90: 116 dB
  • Peak Gain: 45 dB
  • Frequency Range: 220 Hz - 7500 Hz
  • Battery size/life: #312 - 200 hrs
  • Rio Canal:
  • Max Output: 123 dB
  • HFA-OSPL90: 116 dB
  • Peak Gain: 60 dB
  • Frequency Range: 200 Hz - 8000 Hz
  • Battery size/life: #312 - 240 hrs
  • Rio Sierra Mini Canal:
  • Max Output: 116 dB
  • HFA-OSPL90: 112 dB
  • Peak Gain: 40 dB
  • Frequency Range: 220 Hz - 7500 Hz
  • Batter size/life: #10 - 112 hrs
  • Rio Mini Canal:
  • Max Output: 113 dB
  • HFA-OSPL90: 107 dB
  • Peak Gain: 40 dB
  • Frequency Range: 200 Hz - 8000 Hz
  • Batter size/life: #10 - 150 hrs
  • Rio Sierra CIC:
  • Max Output: 116 dB
  • HFA-OSPL90: 110 dB
  • Peak Gain: 40 dB
  • Frequency Range: 220 Hz - 7500 Hz
  • Batter size/life: #10 - 112 hrs
  • Rio CIC:
  • Max Output: 113 dB
  • HFA-OSPL90: 109 dB
  • Peak Gain: 40 dB
  • Frequency Range: 200 Hz - 8000 Hz
  • Batter size/life: #10 - 150 hrs
  • Rio Sierra Power BTE:
  • Max Output: 130 dB
  • HFA-OSPL90: 126 dB
  • Peak Gain: 63 dB
  • Frequency Range: 150 Hz - 5700 Hz
  • Battery size/life: #13 - 280 hrs
  • Switch: MTO t-coil
  • Rio BTE:
  • Max Output: 122 dB
  • HFA-OSPL90: 19 dB
  • Peak Gain: 58 dB
  • Frequency Range: 350 Hz - 6100 Hz
  • Battery size/life: #13 - 380 hrs
  • Switch: MTO t-coil
  • Rio Sierra Super Power BTE:
  • Max Output: 137 dB
  • HFA-OSPL90: 129 dB
  • Peak Gain: 78 dB
  • Frequency Range: 100 Hz - 5000 Hz
  • Battery size/life: #675 - 430 hrs
  • Switch: MTO t-coil
  • Lloyds Price: $699
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