And because FM broadcast radio caps audio at 15KHz, a CD “sounds better” than FM…yes, back in the day am SM57 was often good enough.
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I’m a little surprised I’ve not seen audio equipment specifically for older people that just covers what they can hear.
1. Smaller market than more general market.
2. HiFi is a proven market.
3. “You are dying” is not a great marketing subtext.
4. Digital audio jellybeans produce 20khz and adding a low pass filter adds cost.
5. If a person only hears to 12KHz, there’s no advantage to a low pass filter.