Connect. Focus. Explore

The Cochlear™ Nucleus® Kanso® 3 Sound Processor is here!

It’s time to connect to your world, focus on what matters and explore the freedom of the new Cochlear Nucleus Kanso 3 Sound Processor.

Cochlear is continually innovating our sound processors to make it easier for you to hear clearly and participate in the activities you love, whether you received your hearing implant recently or decades ago.

Inspired by your hearing journey and committed to partnering with you, we deliver solutions that are designed to make a genuine difference to your life. 

Discover the comfort of the world’s smallest, lightest and most advanced rechargeable off-the-ear sound processor.1-4 

Connect

In an ever-changing world, staying connected has never been more important. The Kanso 3 Sound Processor is designed to connect you to the experiences, relationships and moments that matter most, with confidence. Ready for next-generation Bluetooth LE Audio technology¥, it will be easier to bring sounds closer – in more places and from more devices than ever before.5-7*

Focus

The Kanso 3 Sound Processor features our latest hearing technology to deliver your best hearing.8-12 As you move through the day, your sound processor senses changes in your listening environment and automatically adjusts. When you want to focus on a face-to-face conversation, improved ForwardFocus powerfully reduces distracting background noise.9+

Explore

Life is best enjoyed when you can focus on the moment, without having to think about your hearing. The Kanso 3 Sound Processor has a simple button-free design and offers both home charging and a portable charger. Enjoy functionality designed and immerse yourself comfortably in what you love. 

Visit our website to find out more about the Kanso 3 Sound Processor and all our latest sound processors.

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¥ As Bluetooth LE Audio compatible devices become available, a firmware update will be required for you to use certain features. Auracast™ broadcast audio capability is subject to third party adoption of the Auracast protocol.

* When the technology becomes available for the Cochlear Nucleus Kanso 3 Sound Processor, a firmware update to your sound processor will allow you to connect to Bluetooth LE Audio compatible devices.

+ ForwardFocus is a clinician-enabled feature that can be user-controlled or automated.

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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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