Selecting the right MAICO audiometer can be difficult. With a variety to choose from, it is best to start by asking these important questions:

  1. What is the age group I will be screening?
  2. How portable is it? Will I have access to an electrical outlet or do I need a battery operated unit?
  3. Does it include all of the requirements established by my states screening guidelines?
  4. How easy is it to use?

Thanks to MAICO, selecting the right audiometer to meet your screening needs is easy. The chart below is a great tool to compare each unit offered through School Health so that you may select the unit that best meets your needs.

MAICO Audiometer Comparison Chart

MA 1 MA 25 MA27 MA39 MA 40 MA 41 Pilot Audiometer
Frequencies (kHz) .5, 1, 2, 4 .125, .25, .5, .75, 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 .25, .5, .75, 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 .125, .25, .5, .75, 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 .125, .25, .5, .75, 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 .125, .25, .5, .75, 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 .25, .5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8
Air Conduction (dBHL) 15 to 50 -10 to 100 -15 to 90 -10 to 110 -10 to 110 -10 to 120 -10 to 100
Bone Conduction (dBHL) N/A N/A N/A N/A -10 to 70 -10 to 80 N/A
Free Field (dBHL) N/A N/A N/A N/A -10 to 100 -10 to 90
Level Steps (dB) 5 1 to 5 5 5 5 1,2 or 5 5
Masking Signals N/A N/A N/A N/A Narrow Band Noise Narrow Band, Speech Noise N/A
Test Signals pure pure, pulse, warble pure, pulse, warble pure, pulse, warble pure, pulse, warble pure, pulse, warble pure, pulse
Speech Source N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Mic, CD, Wavefiles Embedded MP3 files
PC Compatibility No Yes, SNAP (MA25e version) No No No Yes, NOAH 4 No
Special Tests N/A Automatic Hughson-Westlake (MA25e version) N/A N/A N/A Master Hearing Aid, Stenger Speech Testing, English & Spanish
Weight (lbs) 1 3.6 5.9 16.5 16.5 2.7 2.9
Power Source Battery (2AA) Battery (3AA) or Power Cord (both included) Power Cord Power Cord Power Cord Power Cord Power Cord
Carrying Case Soft, Included Soft, Included Hard, built-in, Included Soft or Hard, Included Soft or Hard, Included Semi-Soft, Included Soft, Optional

MA 1: Handheld Hearing Screener

The MA 1 ultra portable hearing screener is the perfect choice for on-the-go hearing professionals. This precision instrument is designed to permit rapid and reliable hearing screenings in multiple testing environments. The front controls are easy to understand and simple to operate. The light weight of the MA 1 and the convenient carrying case make transportation effortless. MAICO hearing screeners have been designed to meet the most thorough of electrical safety standards and to provide years of reliable operation with the rugged durability that has become the trademark of MAICO. When it comes to lightweight, portable and ease of use, the MA 1 is the recommended solution to hearing screening.

Air Conduction

The MA 1 includes the four most common frequencies used to screen hearing: 500Hz, 1000Hz, 2000Hz, and 4000Hz. Reliable pure-tone screening is easy to conduct using the ultra portable and reliable MA 1.

Easy, one hand push button operation

The MA 1 is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand and weighs as little as 1 pound. Multi-tasking is made easy with the MA 1. Its sleek design allows you to screen with one hand and record results with the other.

Traditional, binaural headset

Calibrated specifically for your screening device, the MA 1 comes with a binaural headset which fits snuggly on the patient’s head to assure a proper fit needed for effective screening results. The adjustable band allows for various patient fittings. Note: avoid dropping headphones or snapping together as it may affect calibration. Calibration is recommended annually.

Carrying case included

No need to purchase a carry case, the MA 1 comes complete with a soft-sided carry case which also assists in minimizing dust collection.

2 AA Alkaline Batteries

The MA 1 comes complete with 2 AA alkaline batteries which last for approximately 30,000 tone presentations and are affordable to replace. When the batteries are low, the MA 1 will automatically shut off and will not turn back on until batteries are replaced. The unit also features an automatic shut off when unit is not in use to reserve battery life.

Operating Instructions: MA 1 Operating Instructions

MA 25: Screening Audiometer

The MA 25 Ultra Portable Screening Audiometer is the perfect choice for on-the-go hearing professionals. This precision instrument is designed to permit rapid and reliable hearing tests in multiple testing environments. The front controls are easy to understand and simple to operate. The light weight of the MA 25 and the convenient carrying case make transportation effortless. MAICO audiometers have been designed to meet the most thorough of electrical safety standards and to provide years of reliable operation with the rugged durability that has become the trademark of MAICO portable audiometers.

Air conduction

The MA 25 includes a full range of frequencies and levels to satisfy hearing screening requirements. Even change between pure tone, pulse tone, and warble tone with a push of a button

Mutiple Power Options

The MA25 comes complete with 3 AA batteries, as well as an AC adaptor. This allows the MA25 to be used while plugged into a standard electrical outlet, or to be run on batteries when a power source is not available. (AC adapter does not recharge batteries).

Exceptionally lightweight, only 3.6 lb/1.6 kg

Maico provides a lightweight solution for customers required to travel to several locations to conduct hearing screenings. A soft-sided carrying case is included and minimizes dust collection on the unit.

Calibrated headset

Calibrated specifically for your screening device, the MA 25 comes complete with a standard binaural headset which fits snuggly on the patient’s head to assure a proper fit needed for effective screening results. The adjustable band allows for various patient fittings. Note: avoid dropping headphones or snapping together as it may affect calibration. Calibration is recommended annually. It is also recommended to leave the headset connected to the audiometer permanently to minimize straining connections.

Operating Instructions: MA25 Operating Manual

MA 27: Screening Audiometer

The MA 27 Ultra-portable Audiometer has been specifically designed for the on-the-go hearing testing programs. In addition to its extremely lightweight package (less than 6 pounds), you will find features such as pulse tone and warble tone to help you in your testing. The MA27 meets all appropriate sections of ANSI S3.6-1969, Rev. 1973. Maico audiometers have been designed to meet the most thorough of electrical safety standards and to provide years of reliable operation with the rugged durability that has become the trademark of Maico portable audiometers

Air conduction

The MA 27 includes a full range of frequencies and levels to satisfy hearing screening requirements. Even change between pure tone, pulse tone, and warble tone with a push of a button.

All-in-one sturdy case with built-in handle and storage

Designed for durability, the MA 27’s rigid, yet lightweight case with built-in handle and storage compartment not only protects the audiometer, but also allows you to pick-up-and-go in a hurry. Ample storage holds headphones and other accessories. (Unit must be plugged into outlet in order to operate.)

Calibrated Headset

Calibrated specifically for your screening device, the MA 27 comes complete with a binaural headset which fits snuggly on the patients head to assure a proper fit needed for effective screening results. The adjustable band allows for various patient fittings. Note: avoid dropping headphones or snapping together as it may affect calibration. Calibration is recommended annually. It is also recommended to leave the headset connected to the audiometer permanently to minimize straining connections.

Easy fingertip operation of frequency and hearing level controls

Allows for screening at the patient’s pace and level of screening. Screeners can control output as well as frequency of pulse or warble sounds.

Operating Instructions: MA 27 Operating Instructions

MA 39: Screening Audiometer

The Model MA 39 is a precision instrument designed to permit simple, rapid and reliable hearing tests. Their application ranges from school testing programs, pre-employment examinations and monitoring audiometry for hearing conservation programs. The instrument provides all of the pure tone frequencies and full dynamic range specified by the American National Standards Institute S3.6 1996.

Features include a full range attenuator (-10 dBHL to 110 dBHL mid frequencies) and frequency range (125Hz to 8000Hz). The model MA 39 retains the side mounted controls for frequency and level setting as well as the dual present/interrupt buttons so familiar to Maico audiometer users.

MAICO audiometers have been designed to meet the most rigorous of electrical safety standards and to provide years of reliable operation with a rugged durability that has become the trademark of Maico portable audiometers.

Quiet, reliable electronic switches with all input/output switching and routing performed electronically, the MA 39 large LED numeric displays show the selected frequency and HL intensity. Small individual LED’s are used to show the selected function making screening easy. All functions, actuators/push button controls, provide a tactile feedback to the operator whenever a function is selected or operated. In addition a bright LED indicator is associated with the selected function.

Insert phones capability

The MA 39 comes complete with DD 45 headphones which are serialized and should match the serial number on the instrument. These headphones are calibrated specifically to your unit at should be kept with your screening device. The optional insert phones are installed in the same manner as the units headset.

Bright, easy to read display screen

Long-lasting LED’s are used to display settings and screening results for easy-to-read operation of the device.

Portable soft or hard carry case options available for rugged durability.

Operating Instructions: MA 39 Operating Instructions

MA 40: Air/Bone Audiometer

The MA 40 audiometer is the perfect solution for hearing screening programs that require air and bone conduction testing. This durable, portable air/bone audiometer enables on-the-go hearing professionals to obtain fast accurate results.

The MA 40 audiometer includes a full range of test frequencies (125-8000Hz), level range (-10 to 110dBHL), masking noise, and air and bone conduction capabilities. All transducers stay plugged into the back of the unit even during transport, so set-up is fast and easy on-the-go.

Portable soft or hard carry case options for rugged durability. (Carry case included).

Operating Instructions: MA 40 Operating Instructions

MA 41: Air/Bone/Speech Audiometer

Conduct a full hearing test including air conduction, bone conduction, and speech testing with the newly designed MA 41 audiometer.

Ergonomic and Lightweight

Minimal hand and wrist movement with streamlined buttons and MAICO side dials for efficient navigation. The MA41 weighs in at only 2.7 pounds, making this full-feature audiometer simple to transport in its all-in-one semi-soft carry case.

Speech Testing

With the built-in word lists, speech testing is a breeze. Pre-calibrated wavefiles eliminate the need for CD’s or other external devices.

Customizable

User settings can be customized to meet individual or facility preferences.

Storage

View hearing results on the bright color screen as you test. Then save as a PDF to a USB memory stick or to an on-board database to print out later. The NOAH module is also included to store results directly into the NOAH database on your PC.

Operating Instructions: MA 41 Operating Instructions

Pilot Audiometer: Hearing Test Audiometer

Turn a hearing screening into a game using the MAICO Pilot Audiometer.

The Pilot Audiometer contains both a Select Picture Audiometer test as well as a standard pure-tone audiometer, allowing children to be screened using both speech and tones.

Word lists are included for both Spanish and English language.

A large LCD display shows the status of the test as it progresses.

An optional soft-sided carry case and thermal printer is available.

Operating Instructions: Pilot Operating Instructions