An assistive listening speaker set in black, with two round speakers linked by a twisted cable and a small transmitter box.

KARE Audio ChairSpeaker CS3 Infrared TV Listening System

by KARE Audio

$199.99, see price history

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Setup with instructions A family member can usually set this up with the instructions in about half an hour. It does need to be connected to the TV and placed well near the listener, so it is not a plug-and-play item that works with no setup. It does not need a professional to get good results.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The ChairSpeaker CS3 is a pair of small speakers that rest over the back of a couch, chair, recliner, or headboard and play TV sound close to your ears, with a boost to voice clarity. Because the sound stays near you instead of filling the room, you can hear dialogue better without wearing headphones, and you can still hear people talking nearby. A volume knob on the system works separately from the TV's own volume, so you can set your level without changing what everyone else hears. This version is the infrared model, so plan on connecting it to your TV as part of setup.

Getting it

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Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

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Where to get it

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$199.99

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Details

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Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$199.99
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket

What setup looks like

  • With a guide
    1. Connect the system to your TV and place the speakers over the back of your chair, couch, or headboard so they sit near your head.
    2. Set the system's volume knob to a comfortable level, then adjust the TV volume or turn it off if you want only the ChairSpeaker sound.
    3. Expect about 30 minutes to connect, position, and fine-tune the sound.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Diglo — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 31, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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