I was hoping Mr. Knowledge, Gary, would respond. And I mean that as a compliment. Man, you know some stuff.

The problem with my brother is he is impulsive. He had a job interview the next day. Promptly signed on the dotted line for six grand more for two more, not waiting to see if the others can be fixed. Well, problem was, he figured he had to have something THAT morning, I guess. Anyway, that's his problem. He's the same guy who threw out a big t.v. set because of a poor picture and I said "Could it be your cable connection?" He said "Naw, it's several years old, it's shot." Got a new t.v., same thing. It was the cable.

I think my mom only has one hearing aid. I will tell her about the 'generic' ones you mentioned. Heck, I might buy one when I get some more dough. I'm getting pretty bad.

Back to overpricing... I'm just surprised the pricing hasn't been scandalized or at least the industry being shamed into lowering their prices. People like my mom shouldn't have to pay like that. So, thanks for the info. That is very good to know.

Gary, if you come back... I have lost high frequencies... do they offer specific 'tunings?'