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Body Type Transistor Hearing Aids

Maico Model AB Transistor (Body) Hearing Aid

The Maico Model AB body-style hearing aid was manufactured by Maico Electronics, Inc. of Minneapolis, MN in 1956.  The name "Maico" was derived from the initials of the Medical Acoustic Instrument Company.

The Model AB was a 3-transistor economy version of the Model W hearing aid. The front of the case was anodized aluminum, and the back was black plastic. It measured 2½" x 1¾" x ¾" thick.

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View of the right side of the Model AB showing the volume control/on-off switch on the right side of this aid. There were no controls on the top.

 

 

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The rear view of the Maico Model AB showing the battery compartment (bottom). It contained a 1.4 volt Number 401 mercury battery.

 

 

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