Voicebooster Speak Out Personal Voice Amplifier – Rechargeable Portable Speaker with Wired Microphone Headset for Teachers, Tour Guide, Presentations - Built-in MP3 Player & FM Radio – 25watt MR-AK38

I'm a tour guide here in Las Vegas and occasionally walk groups of up to 15-30 people through Fremont Street. For those of you who haven't been here, it is similar to Mardi Gras and Carnaval, lots of music and distractions. Usually, I would have to yell over the din to tell my stories and of course yelling gets pretty tiring, so eventually, you cut you're explanations and stories shorter and shorter as the night goes on, thus doing a disservice to your clients as well as yourself (tip wise). The Aker Portable Amplifier 16W version is just what I needed. -Now I can talk normally all night long and my group can finally hear me. It gets just loud enough so you can hear me like I was yelling, but my voice comes across in more of a conversational tone. With a slight adjustment of the volume knob, I can use the amplifier inside the casinos without disrupting anyone's gambling enjoyment, which is important, since you DO NOT want to upset the Casino in ANY way. -The amplifier projects in the direction you are facing. I can also swing the projector around to my back to talk while I'm leading the group. -I wear the item using the straps as a belt as the clip does seem weak and likely to break. -The microphone is meant to drape over your ears and BEHIND your head, not over. I was concerned about a previous review about the microphone not fitting anyone's head, but have since figured out that they were morons. Trust me in saying that this is a one size fits all mic. -Issues with Feedback were nil as long as I wore it as a belt and didn't bend over to bring the mic close to the amplifier. -Came with an additional amp cord so maybe you could play music from an ipod and talk over the music (haven't tried this) -Comes with a little sack to hold all the items -Seems to hold a charge well. -Charger comes with the item, though the battery isn't readily accessible. Directions says that the battery is good up to a year with constant use. My recommendation is to go with the 16W version as it seems to be the same size as the 14W and you can always use the extra volume in certain situations. The Aker Portable Voice Amplifier is black, small and unobtrusive. The voice quality is good and does an excellent job, especially for the price. (I wouldn't use it as a voice amplifier for singers - it's not that good - lol) Hope this review helps!

This amp arrived quickly, so I've got no complaints on the shipping time. The price is also VERY reasonable for what you're getting. Believe me, I know, as I've priced these other places, & this is about average or maybe even a little cheaper than most places I've looked. I have to say, this is by far the BEST Voice Amp I've ever had! It's compact, lightweight, & LOUD! I'm a member of the 501st, & am using this Amp on my Darth Vader costume. For those who may not be in the know, the 501st is the Premiere costuming group for Star Wars villains. Actually, I use 2 of these amps on my costume, & IT IS LOUD! Did I say that this is LOUD? Ok, I think you get the picture. These amps are used in conjunction with a special voice changer, to give me the appropriate "DARK LORD OF THE SITH" voice. It sounds AWESOME, & I get TONS of compliments by screaming Fans at the Conventions I attend, after they realize I can talk! People have no trouble understanding me in the noisy & crowded halls at the typical Comic Book conventions. I should note that this amp is currently being used by a LARGE # of 501st members for different costumes, including Darth Vader, Stormtroopers, Clone Troopers, etc...So if you're in the market for a really good, compact, light weight, & LOUD voice amp, BUY WITH CONFIDENCE!

My husband bought this for me on the second day of "the Big E" (Eastern States Exposition) in MA. It is a 17 day fair - 11 hours a day talking to people over the noise of a large crowd. I had lost my voice by the end of the second day. He found this item on Amazon.com and bought one for each of us. It shipped immediately and I had it in my hands in less than 2 days. It was ready to go right out of the box - already charged. Easy to work. Could talk in a whisper and be heard across the booth, but not so loud to interfere with other vendors. Has good volume control so you can adjust for your own needs. Had good battery life - lasted through the whole 11 hour day each day. Recharged well each night. Worked so well had other vendors ask where we got it - two of them ordered one for themselves. Went directly from there to the Fryeburg Fair in Maine for another 8 days - 12 hours a day. This unit worked great the whole time. Would recommend this to anyone who needs a little amplification so won't blow out your vocal chords.

I purchased the Aker MR1506 to amplify my speaking voice, which has been decreasing in volume and clarity due to ALS. It works well to provide added volume (doesn't help clarity), but it is limited by feedback as the volume is increased. If I turn the volume past half way, it occasionally squeals very loudly, making it a delicate balance between adequate volume and disruptive squealing. This challenge is increased by the design of the volume knob. While the knob works very well in preventing accidental volume changes, there is no visual indication of volume setting, so you can't tell when it is at that transition point. I solved this by painting 5 lines of different colors across the volume knob so that one or two are always visible. Now I know to turn it so that the yellow line is in the lower half of its visible range. Battery life seems to depend on how much the speaker is actually working. It is rated at 6-8 hours, but I have had it last over two (relatively quiet) days. It is very light and easy to wear and the headset is comfortable. Overall, it meets my needs, but it would meet them much better with less feedback.

this works so well for me in my meeting that I had in front of 100 people. I was very happy that I brought this with me and I used it. They do not have a microphone so I was happy to have my own voice enhancing machine with me. Easy to use easy to carry easy to travel with.

Love the product! It even arrived a day early & in perfect condition. Very pleased with my purchase. :)

Excellent unit. We use it in the downtown streets of Vancouver to proclaim the gospel as found in the Bible. Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, in him alone not of our works but it in his finished work on the cross. Repent and turn to him for the free gift of salvation. Maranatha.

Works well , however I had hoped the unit was a bit more compacted .

Fast delivery and product works well exactly what i ordered

Sturdy and works like a charm in the classroom. I recommend that you try it out for the first time in a large room or outdoors. Otherwise, there will be feedback, because it's simply too powerful for a living room. As a classical singer and full-time teacher, my vocal cords needed help and this little device was exactly what I needed. The microphone may seem a bit bulky, but it's sturdy and works very well. I'm very thankful for my Voice Booster.