Abstract: A microphone and remote control system includes a microphone assembly having a microphone, at least two manually adjustable gain control devices, at least two switches, and a housing enclosing the gain control devices and switches and having the microphone mounted thereon. One gain control device is coupled to the microphone for selectively adjusting the output level thereof. A connector assembly includes a first connector coupled to the one gain control device with a mating connector adapted to be coupled to the input of an audio output system. A second connector is coupled to the other gain control device and a mating connector is adapted to be coupled to the output circuit of audio reproduction apparatus, such as a tape deck. A third connector is coupled to the other gain control device and a mating connector is adapted to be coupled to the audio output system. The audio reproduction apparatus includes "start" and "stop" input circuits for controlling the start and stop functions thereof.