Clarity XLC8 Slow Talk Amplified Cordless Phone
A premium amplified cordless phone with slow-talk, call blocking, and mobile-pairing features.
Catalog preview
This product is staged for review and is not available for purchase yet.
Ask a GuideHearstead is checking supplier authorization, collateral, return handling, and support fit before purchase is enabled.
Good fit if: You want premium phone-support features and are comfortable with a somewhat more involved cordless-phone setup.
See a professional first if: See a professional first if hearing difficulty is sudden, one-sided, accompanied by pain, drainage, dizziness, or severe enough that phone amplification does not address the concern.
Overview
The Clarity XLC8 is an amplified cordless phone system with up to 50 dB incoming amplification, outgoing speech amplification, live slow talk, call blocking, talking caller ID, and the ability to pair up to two wireless-enabled mobile phones. Hearstead is staging it as the premium phone candidate pending supplier, support, and claim review.
- Best for
- For users who want the most capable launch phone candidate: stronger amplification, slow-talk support, call blocking, and optional mobile-phone pairing.
- Setup
- Best for users who want advanced phone features and can manage or receive help with setup.
- Review status
- Desk reviewed
Setup
- Setup effort
- Involved
- App required
- No
- Expected time
- About 20-30 minutes depending on call blocking, answering system, and optional mobile pairing.
- iPhone
- Can pair with wireless-enabled mobile phones per Petra specs; specific phone compatibility under review.
- Android
- Can pair with wireless-enabled mobile phones per Petra specs; specific phone compatibility under review.
Phone details
- Phone type
- Cordless phone
- Landline
- Works with or without a landline per Petra specs when paired to wireless-enabled mobile phones.
- Amplification
- Petra specs state extra-loud 50 dB phone with boost button and volume control wheel, plus outgoing speech amplification up to 15 dB.
- Ringer
- Petra specs state extra-loud flashing ringer with adjustable tones and voicemail indicator.
- Visual ringer
- Red ringer and illuminated dial pad listed.
- Hearing aid compatible
- Petra specs state hearing aid compatible and TIA-1083 compliant.
- Speakerphone
- Loud and clear speakerphone in handset and base.
- Answering system
- Answering system with slow-talk support for messages.
- Caller ID
- Talking Caller ID and high-contrast Caller ID screen with large font.
- Expansion
- Expandable with up to 4 XLC8HS or XLCgo handsets, sold separately.
- Power outage
- Dual-power battery backup for making calls when power is out per Petra specs.
- Assistive ports
- Direct connection to assistive listening devices or headset through 2.5 mm or 3.5 mm, including neckloop examples in Petra specs.
- Live slow talk for real-time conversations
- Call blocker and call screening
- Pairs up to 2 wireless-enabled mobile phones
- 2.5 mm or 3.5 mm headset/neckloop connection
What's included
- Base
- Cordless handset
- Batteries
- Power supply
- Phone cord
- User documentation
Returns
- Return window
- Petra feed marks this item returnable; Hearstead return policy is under review.
- Warranty
- Petra feed lists a 1-year warranty.
- Supplier SKU
- CLAR598651
Specifications
Manuals
Manuals and manufacturer collateral are being collected before launch.
Reviews
Catalog candidate only. Hearstead has not completed hands-on testing or supplier authorization checks.
- Premium price point and more complex setup.
- Mobile pairing and slow-talk behavior should be validated before recommendation.
- Supplier authorization, final return process, and image usage still need confirmation.
Q&A
Ask us before you buy if you are unsure about phone compatibility, setup effort, return expectations, or whether this is the right next step after your screen.