Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Duncan Hearn sits down with Shawn McLoughlin of Audio Biz to break down assistive listening systems — technology required by law almost anywhere a microphone amplifies audio, and useful well beyond hearing loss, from oversized classrooms to multilingual translation and audio description. They walk through Listen Technologies' core lineup: ListenRF, the traditional radio-frequency system known for range and simplicity; ListenIR, an infrared line-of-sight solution built for spaces needing signal containment, like adjoining classrooms or courtrooms; and Listen Wi-Fi, a networked system that streams multi-channel audio to guests' own phones with custom branding and Bluetooth beacon channel selection.
They close with Auri, Listen's Auracast-based Bluetooth technology offering low latency and direct compatibility with Auracast-enabled hearing aids, plus Listen Talk, a portable transceiver system now used in classrooms and convention centers. Whether you're specifying a system for a venue or just curious how ADA-compliant listening tech works, this video covers the strengths and ideal use cases for each platform.
If you want to learn more about any of these systems, give your Full Compass sales rep a call at 800-356-5844 — we're happy to help you find the right fit for your space.
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Check out our Hillside Theater and Listen Technologies Case Study here: tiny.cc/qhx8101
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Shop all Listen Technologies products here: tiny.cc/a4i8101
Looking for something you don’t see online? Call our sales team at 800-356-5844 and they’ll help you find exactly what you need!
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to Assistive Listening Systems
00:24 Who Needs Assistive Listening? (Education, Translation, Audio Description)
01:26 How Assistive Listening Systems Work
01:51 ListenRF: Traditional Radio Frequency System
03:37 ListenIR: Infrared & Line-of-Sight Technology
05:33 Listen Wi-Fi: Networked Multi-Channel Audio
08:44 Auri: Auracast Bluetooth Technology
11:33 Listen Talk: Portable Transceiver System
13:08 Traditional Loop Systems
13:33 Full Compass & Listen Technologies Support
14:00 Check out our Taliesin Preservation Case Study!
14:15 Thanks for Watching!
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Visit fullcompass.com/gearcast and see why we are the premier provider of professional audio, video, lighting, and backline equipment.
@ListenTechnologies
Duncan Hearn sits down with Shawn McLoughlin of Audio Biz to break down assistive listening systems — technology required by law almost anywhere a microphone amplifies audio, and useful well beyond hearing loss, from oversized classrooms to multilingual translation and audio description. They walk through Listen Technologies' core lineup: ListenRF, the traditional radio-frequency system known for range and simplicity; ListenIR, an infrared line-of-sight solution built for spaces needing signal containment, like adjoining classrooms or courtrooms; and Listen Wi-Fi, a networked system that streams multi-channel audio to guests' own phones with custom branding and Bluetooth beacon channel selection.
They close with Auri, Listen's Auracast-based Bluetooth technology offering low latency and direct compatibility with Auracast-enabled hearing aids, plus Listen Talk, a portable transceiver system now used in classrooms and convention centers. Whether you're specifying a system for a venue or just curious how ADA-compliant listening tech works, this video covers the strengths and ideal use cases for each platform.
If you want to learn more about any of these systems, give your Full Compass sales rep a call at 800-356-5844 — we're happy to help you find the right fit for your space.
____________________
Check out our Hillside Theater and Listen Technologies Case Study here: tiny.cc/qhx8101
____________________
Shop all Listen Technologies products here: tiny.cc/a4i8101
Looking for something you don’t see online? Call our sales team at 800-356-5844 and they’ll help you find exactly what you need!
____________________
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to Assistive Listening Systems
00:24 Who Needs Assistive Listening? (Education, Translation, Audio Description)
01:26 How Assistive Listening Systems Work
01:51 ListenRF: Traditional Radio Frequency System
03:37 ListenIR: Infrared & Line-of-Sight Technology
05:33 Listen Wi-Fi: Networked Multi-Channel Audio
08:44 Auri: Auracast Bluetooth Technology
11:33 Listen Talk: Portable Transceiver System
13:08 Traditional Loop Systems
13:33 Full Compass & Listen Technologies Support
14:00 Check out our Taliesin Preservation Case Study!
14:15 Thanks for Watching!
____________________
Visit fullcompass.com/gearcast and see why we are the premier provider of professional audio, video, lighting, and backline equipment.
@ListenTechnologies
