A white rectangular switch box with a microphone knob and printed control labels.

Sound Activated Switch

by Enabling Devices

$125.95, see price history

Last seen at this price on June 26, 2026. We haven’t been able to check it since, so confirm it with the vendor.

Professional guidance helps The switch is easy to plug in, but it only works as part of a larger setup with another device. Picking the right mode and sensitivity, and deciding if sound is the best way for this person to activate things, goes much better with input from a therapist or ATP. That is why professional guidance is recommended rather than required.

What it is

Summary

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

This switch listens for sound instead of needing a press, so a whisper or a clap can turn on a switch-adapted device. Plug it into things like adapted toys, lamps, kitchen appliances, or a computer through a switch interface. It has three modes: timed (stays on for 1 to 120 seconds), latch (one sound turns the device on, the next turns it off), and momentary (stays on only while it hears sound). Sensitivity is adjustable, so you can match it to how loud or quiet the person's voice is. It's a good fit for someone with very limited movement who can still make a sound. It is an access piece, not a full solution, and it only works with devices that accept a switch.

Getting it

Try before you buy

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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$125.95

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Professional guidance helps
Price
$125.95
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Plug the switch into a switch-adapted toy, appliance, or interface and try a clap or a spoken sound to see if it responds.
  • With a guide
    1. Choose a mode (timed, latch, or momentary) based on how the person will use the device.
    2. Adjust the sound sensitivity so it picks up the person's voice but not background noise. Plan on 15 to 30 minutes of trial and adjustment. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
  • With professional help
    An OT, SLP, or ATP can help decide whether sound is the most reliable way for this person to activate a device, and which mode and sensitivity fit their abilities. They can also help connect it to a communication device or computer. Expect a short session, with follow-up if the person's sound control changes.

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Enabling Devices — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked June 26, 2026.

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

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