[Mike Jasper]

Originally Posted by u b k

on the one hand, over the last ten years i have lost a little bit of hearing, especially in one ear over 14k, and in both ears 2-6k. not much, just a little.

on the other hand, i hear music, freqs, production, conversation, and everything else better than i ever have. i can distinguish small level adjustments at low listening levels, and can smooth out the >10k range of cymbals or voice in a way i simply couldn't one year ago. i notice deep motor hums, rattles, buzzes, and similar ambient noises that others don't.

so while the physiological faculty is diminished, the sensory ability is vastly improved. my brain has not only adjusted, it is kicking ass.

anyone else in the same boat? is anyone here actually *not* in this boat?


gregoire
del ubik

Exactly. I call it hearing comprehension. We just know what to look for, as it were.

Jasper