What is a personal sound amplification product?
A personal sound amplification product (PSAP) is a device used to amplify hard-to-hear sounds by people with normal hearing. For example, if you are sitting at the back of a lecture hall, eating in a crowded restaurant, or bird-watching, a PSAP may be helpful. Sound Advice: If your hearing is impaired, don’t use a PSAP as a substitute for a hearing aid. That may delay the diagnosis of a potentially treatable condition, and cause more damage to your hearing.