A company of firsts
Amplivox has enjoyed a rich history. Since 1935 we have led the way in the development of industry-leading products and produced a significant number of innovations along the way.
1935
The first wearable hearing aid that enabled a person suffering from hearing loss to hear general conversation in noisy environments, weighing just 10lbs / 4.5kg
1947
Designed the first audiometer incorporating the new development of ‘differential masking noise’ and facilitating the differentiation of middle ear and inner ear deafness
1963
The introduction of Audiocups (noise-reducing enclosures) to the market, which are still used by health professionals all over the world today
1984
The introduction of the first occupational health audiometer for the UK market: the CA850 Series 1
2009
The introduction of the Otowave 102-4. A revolutionary handheld design that has set the foundation for screening tympanometry in the market
2020
The introduction of the first dedicated and approved functional hearing test for the police and other command and control organisations
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