Modular connection assembly for a hearing assistance device

A method, comprising:

• providing a first connector connected to a plurality of wires disposed within a cable, the first connector including first contacts and adapted for connection to hearing assistance device electronics within a housing of a hearing assistance device, wherein the first connector includes a two p art plug and connection pad;
• providing a second connector connected to the plurality of wires, the second connector including second contacts and adapted to connect to a receiver configured to be worn in or about an ear of a wearer of the hearing assistance device, the receiver configured to be connected to at least a pair of the plurality of wires, and wherein one or more electronic components outside of the housing and the ear are configured to be connected to at least one wire of the plurality of wires;
• and
• providing a locking mechanism of the hearing assistance device including a retaining mechanism of a mating receptacle to make a positive mechanical connection and provide a good electrical connection to the first connector, and wherein the first connector and second connector are adapted for detachable connection for rapid replacement of the plurality of wires or the receiver.