TUALATIN, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lightspeed Technologies, the trusted provider of infrared classroom audio systems is pleased to announce the new REDMIKE®VC infrared microphone with volume control. The VC version of the REDMIKE® allows teachers to adjust the volume of the microphone from anywhere in the classroom.

Lightspeed engineers field-tested the new REDMIKE VC infrared microphone refining its design with real educator feedback. “Teachers have asked for a compact, lightweight microphone that is simple to use.” says Shaun Fagan, a Lightspeed Product Manager. “With the REDMIKE VC, we have continued that design philosophy, adding volume controls to the microphone for simple thumb tap adjustment.” The tactile buttons provide quick identification, so the teacher does not have to interrupt teaching to view controls.

Teachers who participated in beta testing the new microphone were impressed. “The REDMIKE VC with volume control is an added convenience in the classroom, especially helpful when the noisy HVAC system kicks in.” comments Carrie Yarbrough, Markham Elementary, Portland, Oregon.

The REDMIKE VC has the same look and feel of the original REDMIKE and retains all the same features including:

• Dual channel system allows two microphones to be used at the same time for team teaching and/or increased student participation
• An input jack for quick connection to iPods or other digital audio devices
• Convenient drop-in cradle charger
• A single AA NiMH rechargeable sensing battery
• Alkaline charge protection circuitry
• Designed for the teacher’s comfort, weighing only 2.1 ounces
• Virtually unbreakable design
• Standard five-year warranty

The new REDMIKE VC infrared microphone is compatible with all Lightspeed infrared classroom audio systems and is available for immediate delivery.

Learn more about the REDMIKE VC with volume control


About Lightspeed Technologies
Established in 1990, Lightspeed Technologies is the trusted provider in classroom audio solutions. Our passion is to improve the listening and learning environment for every child. We believe strengthening the connection between teachers and students is at the heart of learning. Lightspeed classroom audio systems allow teachers to speak in normal conversational tones while being assured every child has an equal opportunity to hear all of the instruction. Lightspeed guarantees clear audio, even sound distribution throughout the classroom and no audio drop out.  From the traditional installed systems with ceiling speakers to the REDCAT all-in-one, no install system, Lightspeed is proud to offer the very finest in classroom audio technology.