The ZaVox Speech Amplifier is a small portable aid that is worn on the body. It is useful for people who have quiet speech. The ZaVox amplifies the speech. Only outgoing breath, such as a whisper, is necessary to enable to ZaVox to provide amplification.

• Amplify quiet or weak voices
• Help prevent vocal abuse

Anyone who has a very quiet or weak voice may be an appropriate user of the ZaVox. The volume of speech is amplified through the ZaVox with no change to clarity. A Speech Pathologist should be consulted to determine suitability.

The ZaVox is also used by people who need to talk for long periods or raise their voices for specific activities. We know of classroom teachers who use the ZaVox to prevent vocal abuse caused by straining the voice.

Others who are currently finding the ZaVox useful are people with Parkinson's Disease and Motor Neurone Disease — conditions in which the voice may become inaudible. The volume of speech may be reduced by a range of conditions and the ZaVox can be used to amplify speech regardless of the cause.

The ZaVox amplifier measures 4.5" x 2.75" x 1.25" (114 x 70 x 32 mm), and weighs 7.8 oz. (221 gms). It can be worn around the waist on your own belt or the belt supplied. It is powered by a 9V battery. A choice of microphone locations can be used but better results are achieved with a microphone closest to the mouth. One push-button controls ON/OFF, two push-buttons control the output volume. Output is one watt. The speaker cone is of durable polyester.

The ZaVox can be ordered with the headset microphone or the lapel microphone or both. Each ZaVox is supplied with:

• the speech amplifier
• nylon and gauze pouch for the speech amplifier
• belt for the amplifier pouch, with Velcro belt loop
• microphone (either headset or lapel worn or both)
• carry bag
• 9V battery
• manual
• 1 year warranty

* Manufactured by Zabonne Ltd. New Zealand