MED-EL SONNET 2 Coil Cable Replacement

The SONNET 2 DL coil cable is a replacement cable for MED-EL SONNET and SONNET 2 audio processors. It runs from the processor behind your ear to the coil on your head, and it is the part that usually fails first when sound starts dropping out on an otherwise healthy processor.

We match the length and color to the cable you wear now, and confirm both with you on WhatsApp before dispatch. This item is currently out of stock; message us on WhatsApp and we will tell you as soon as it is back.

SONNET 2 DL coil cable at a glance

Fits	MED-EL SONNET and SONNET 2
Cable type	DL coil cable
Length and color	Matched to your current cable, confirmed on WhatsApp
Price	$195
Stock	Currently out of stock; ask us on WhatsApp to be told when it is back
Dispatch	Within 24–48 hours once in stock, with tracking
Guarantee	Wrong or defective items replaced or refunded within 14 days

The SONNET family uses its own DL coil cable, which is different from the D coil cable on the older OPUS 2. Ordering the right type is the first step; length and color come next.

Will this SONNET 2 DL coil cable fit my processor?

Processor	Result
MED-EL SONNET	Fits
MED-EL SONNET 2	Fits
MED-EL SONNET 3	Not listed for this item; ask us before ordering
MED-EL OPUS 2	Does not fit; use our OPUS 2 D coil cable
MED-EL RONDO models	Does not fit; single-unit processors have no coil cable
Cochlear or Advanced Bionics	Does not fit

The model name is printed on the processor housing. If it says OPUS 2, you need the MED-EL OPUS 2 coil cable instead. If you cannot read the name, a photo of the processor and coil on WhatsApp is enough for us to check.

How the cable fits into your hearing system

A SONNET system has three parts you can see: the audio processor behind the ear, the coil that sits on your head over the implant, and the thin cable joining them. The processor turns sound into a signal, the cable carries it, and the coil passes it through the skin to the implant.

Of the three, the cable moves the most. It flexes every time you move your head, so a fault in the cable can make a working processor seem broken. That is why the cable is the first thing to check when sound becomes unreliable.

Getting the length and color right

SONNET coil cables come in more than one length, and the right one depends on the distance from the processor to the implant site. A cable that is too short tugs at the coil; one that is too long loops behind the ear and catches on glasses or collars.

1. Lay your current cable flat and measure it from plug to plug.
2. Note its color, so the new cable blends with your processor.
3. Send both details, or a photo next to a ruler, to us on WhatsApp.
4. We confirm the match before the order ships.

If your clinic fitted a different length after surgery or a change in hairstyle, use the length you wear today rather than the one listed in old paperwork.

Why keep a spare SONNET 2 cable

The SONNET 2 is still worn by many people, and parts are available, but a cable rarely fails at a convenient time. When it goes on a Friday evening or the first day of a holiday, waiting for a clinic appointment can mean days with no sound on that side.

A spare SONNET 2 DL coil cable in your processor case means you can test and fix the problem yourself in a minute. For children, a labeled spare at school does the same job. Because this item is out of stock at the moment, it is worth asking us to notify you so you can add a spare when it returns.

Glasses, helmets and sport with a SONNET 2

Anything that sits behind the ear competes with the cable for space. Glasses arms press on it, helmet straps pinch it and headbands can pull the coil off line. Over months, that pressure adds up.

• Put glasses on before the processor, then check the cable is not trapped under the arm.
• For cycling or climbing helmets, fit the helmet last and make sure the strap does not cross the cable.
• For running and team sports, a sports headband over the coil and cable keeps both in place.

If a cable keeps failing at the same point, look at what presses on it there. Changing how you wear glasses or a helmet can make your next SONNET 2 DL coil cable last noticeably longer.

A SONNET 2 spares checklist

For a processor you depend on every day, it helps to keep a few spares in one place so nothing catches you out:

Spare	Why it helps
Coil cable	The most common part to fail; keep one spare in your length
RCB rechargeable batteries and charger	So a charged battery is always ready
Dryer	Nightly drying against sweat and humidity
Microphone covers	Change them as your clinic recommends

Store everything in one labeled box next to where you charge your batteries. When a part fails, you know exactly where the replacement is.

Signs your MED-EL SONNET cable is failing

• Sound drops out when you turn your head, lie on a pillow or put on a hat.
• Sound comes and goes when you touch or bend the cable.
• The outer coating is frayed, split or flattened.
• One plug feels loose in its socket.
• Sound stopped with no visible damage, and a different cable brings it back.

Swapping in a known good cable is the clearest test. If sound comes back, the old cable was the cause; if not, contact your clinic, as the coil or processor may need checking.

Ordering while the item is out of stock

This cable is out of stock right now. You can still prepare so there is no delay later:

• Send us your length, color and processor model on WhatsApp.
• We note your details and tell you when stock arrives.
• Once it is back, we confirm the match and dispatch within 24–48 hours.

If your current cable has already failed and you cannot wait, contact your clinic for an interim solution, and keep in touch with us for a spare to hold in reserve.

How to fit the SONNET 2 DL coil cable

1. Turn the SONNET off, or remove the battery pack.
2. Pull the old cable straight out of the processor, holding the plug rather than the wire.
3. Remove it from the coil the same way.
4. Push the new SONNET 2 DL coil cable straight into the coil until it is fully seated.
5. Connect the other end to the processor.
6. Switch on and listen for sound.
7. Lay the cable flat behind the ear, with no twists or tight bends.

If there is no sound after fitting, unplug both ends and reseat them firmly before deciding the cable is faulty.

Troubleshooting your SONNET coil connection

What happens	Likely cause	Next step
Intermittent sound with head movement	Damaged wire inside the cable	Replace the cable
No sound after fitting a new cable	Plug not fully pushed in	Reseat both plugs
Coil lifts off the head	Cable too short	Order the next length up
Cable loops or snags on glasses	Cable too long	Re-route it, or order a shorter length
No sound with two different cables	Fault elsewhere in the system	Contact your clinic

How to make your SONNET 2 DL coil cable last longer

• Lift the processor off by its body, never by the cable.
• Let the cable curve gently from the plugs; tight bends at the plug wear the wire fastest.
• Keep it clear of earrings, hair clips and zippers.
• After sport or a hot day, wipe the cable and dry the processor overnight.
• Check the cable for nicks each time you change the battery.

Wear often starts where the cable meets the plug, where it bends most often. Sweat and repeated tugging speed that up.

Coil cables are a wear item, so even careful users replace them from time to time. Keeping one spare is the simplest way to stay covered.

Is a replacement cable safe for my SONNET?

This is a third-party compatible cable built to the same connector type as the cable it replaces. We are an independent spare parts supplier and are not part of MED-EL.

Each cable is checked before dispatch. If it is the wrong one or arrives defective, we replace it or refund you. If a new cable does not solve the problem, please contact your clinic.

The cable has no battery and holds no settings, so swapping it does not change your processor program. It simply restores the link between processor and coil.

Shipping, payment and returns for the SONNET 2 DL coil cable

Every SONNET 2 DL coil cable order is packed and dispatched within 24–48 hours with tracking. Delivery usually takes 12–22 business days worldwide, and duties are handled for you on most routes, so there is nothing extra to pay at the door. Shipping is free on orders over $250, which is easy to reach if you add a spare cable or charger.

Payment runs through a secure payment gateway with all major cards. If we send the wrong item, or the part arrives defective or damaged, message us within 14 days with a short video. We replace it or refund you, and we cover the return shipping. Change-of-mind returns are not accepted on hygiene-sensitive hearing parts. Full details are in our return policy.

Other MED-EL processor parts you may need

Keep your MED-EL processor working with these matching spares:

• Battery charger for MED-EL SONNET – charges up to 4 RCB rechargeable batteries
• MED-EL OPUS 2 coil cable – the D coil cable for OPUS 2 processors
• Processor dryer – nightly drying for processor, coil and cable

SONNET 2 DL coil cable FAQ

Does the SONNET 2 DL coil cable fit the first SONNET?

Yes. The SONNET 2 DL coil cable fits both the SONNET and the SONNET 2.

Will it fit my OPUS 2?

No. The OPUS 2 uses the D coil cable. We stock that as a separate item.

When will it be back in stock?

Message us on WhatsApp and we will tell you as soon as the SONNET 2 DL coil cable is available again.

How do I choose the length?

Measure your current cable from plug to plug and send us the length, or a photo with a ruler. We confirm before shipping.

Can I choose a color?

Yes. Tell us the color you wear now, and we confirm the match on WhatsApp before dispatch.

How much does the SONNET 2 cable cost?

It is $195. Shipping is free on orders over $250.

Is this the same as a MED-EL SONNET cable for the SONNET 3?

This listing is for the SONNET and SONNET 2. Ask us before ordering for a SONNET 3.

My sound cuts out but the cable looks fine. Is it the cable?

It may be. Wires can break inside the coating with no visible sign. Trying a spare is the quickest way to know.

Can I order more than one?

Yes. It can help to keep one SONNET 2 DL coil cable in use and one as a spare. Let us know the length and color for each.

How long does delivery take?

Once in stock, we dispatch within 24–48 hours with tracking, and delivery usually takes 12–22 business days.

Questions about your MED-EL processor? Message us on WhatsApp (+1 520 473 4179) with a photo of your processor and we confirm the right part before you pay.