Product Overview

The C24-RIC-S is a 24 channel intelligent RIC hearing aid developed for professional hearing care markets that require a substantial transition in both fitting capacity and environmental-processing technology.

Its ACOD2101 intelligent multi-core DSP platform provides 24 independently adjustable compression and amplification channels, 32 independently adjustable bands and 96 DSP channels.

C24-RIC-S marks an important technology breakpoint within the product family.

Feedback management moves from DFBC 3.0 Advanced to DFBC 3.0 Self-Adaptive, Environment Recognition moves from Self-Adaptive to Intelligent, and the noise-reduction system advances from ENDR 2.0 to ENDR 3.0.

For distributors, these changes make C24-RIC-S a distinct higher-tier platform rather than simply a 24-channel variation of C16-RIC-S.

The Transition to Intelligent Environment Recognition

The defining characteristic of C24-RIC-S is the transition to Intelligent Environment Recognition.

C12-RIC-S and C16-RIC-S use Self-Adaptive Environment Recognition.

C24-RIC-S introduces the Intelligent level, establishing a new processing tier within the product family.

This change is supported by other verified specification upgrades, including DFBC 3.0 Self-Adaptive feedback management, ENDR 3.0 and four-level environmental noise management.

For B2B buyers, this creates multiple technical criteria for product selection and provides a clear basis for placing C24-RIC-S above the lower configurations.

24 Fitting Channels and 96 DSP Channels

C24-RIC-S provides 24 independently adjustable compression and amplification channels.

The device retains 32 independently adjustable bands, the same number used in C16-RIC-S.

DSP capacity increases significantly to 96 channels.

For professional fitting, this creates a 24 / 32 / 96 architecture with greater channel and DSP capacity while maintaining the 32-band structure.

For distributors, the fact that the adjustable-band count does not increase is also useful information because product comparison can remain based on accurate specifications rather than assuming every numerical parameter rises with the model number.

DFBC 3.0 Self-Adaptive Feedback Control

Feedback management moves to DFBC 3.0 Self-Adaptive Feedback Cancellation with two levels.

The device also includes DFBC + Advanced SIW technology.

This distinguishes C24-RIC-S from C12-RIC-S and C16-RIC-S, which use DFBC 3.0 Advanced.

The change in feedback-management level occurs alongside the transition to Intelligent Environment Recognition and ENDR 3.0.

Together, these verified differences create a stronger technical separation between the mid-range and higher-tier models.

ENDR 3.0 Noise Reduction up to 25 dB

C24-RIC-S uses ENDR 3.0 Environment Detection and Noise Reduction, specified at up to 25 dB.

This represents an increase from the 20 dB ENDR 2.0 configuration used in the lower models.

The environmental-management system also includes:

• Intelligent Transient Noise Management — 4 Levels
• Intelligent Wind Noise Management — 4 Levels

C16-RIC-S provides three levels for both functions, while C24-RIC-S increases each to four.

This gives professional buyers another measurable distinction when comparing the two product tiers.

Professional Fitting Infrastructure

C24-RIC-S provides four selectable programs together with an Internal Sound Field Assessment and Internal Audiometer.

These functions support professional fitting and assessment workflows in audiology clinics and hearing centers.

Additional operating functions include adjustable turn-on delay, occlusion effect management, low-battery notification, adjustable notification volume, volume control and memory after power-off.

The device uses Advanced personalized data storage.

Nano Coating Technology is included.

The combination of built-in fitting functions and the Intelligent processing architecture gives distributors a professional platform suitable for higher-tier product positioning.

Technical Specifications

A Distinct Higher-Tier B2B Configuration

The transition from C16-RIC-S to C24-RIC-S includes several significant specification changes:

• 16 → 24 fitting channels
• 64 → 96 DSP channels
• DFBC 3.0 Advanced → DFBC 3.0 Self-Adaptive
• Self-Adaptive → Intelligent Environment Recognition
• ENDR 2.0 / 20 dB → ENDR 3.0 / 25 dB
• 3-Level → 4-Level transient-noise management
• 3-Level → 4-Level wind-noise management

These changes provide clear technical criteria for higher-tier product positioning.

For distributors, C24-RIC-S offers a meaningful transition into the Intelligent processing category and helps prevent excessive overlap between adjacent SKUs.

Suitable Professional Markets

C24-RIC-S can support portfolios for hearing aid distributors, hearing centers, audiology clinics, medical device importers and professional hearing care networks.

Its combination of higher fitting capacity, Intelligent Environment Recognition and ENDR 3.0 makes it particularly relevant for businesses that require a clearly differentiated higher-tier RIC platform.

The model can therefore serve as an important bridge between Self-Adaptive mid-range products and the highest fitting and DSP configuration represented by C32-RIC-S.

FAQ

What makes C24-RIC-S different from C16-RIC-S?

It increases fitting channels and DSP capacity while introducing DFBC 3.0 Self-Adaptive feedback management, Intelligent Environment Recognition and ENDR 3.0.

What noise reduction is specified?

ENDR 3.0 provides up to 25 dB.

How many DSP channels are included?

C24-RIC-S provides 96 DSP channels.

Which Environment Recognition level is used?

The model uses Intelligent Environment Recognition.

How many wind-noise management levels are provided?

Four levels of Intelligent Wind Noise Management are included.

Contact AcoSound

Looking for a 24 channel intelligent RIC hearing aid for a higher-tier professional portfolio?

Contact AcoSound for C24-RIC-S specifications, samples and B2B project support.