Amplified, 12-watt speaker with high performance headset microphone to amplify speech or a communication aid. The Voice Amplifier uses a 12 watt speaker to provide the loud, clear output required for high quality voice amplification. In addition, it has a LINE input jack that can be connected to the output of a Speech Generating Device (SGD) for adequate sound levels in noisy environments. Use the built-in clip to attach the Voice Amplifier to a belt, trousers, skirt, etc. or use the supplied adjustable fabric belt. The Voice Amplifier has a high capacity rechargeable battery that provides up to 20 hours of operation from a fully charged battery. This small, loud amplifier comes with a high performance headset microphone, a high performance lapel microphone, or both.