A multifunctional intercom system having message recording/retrieval functions, a remote control unit, and music playing capabilities, wherein the various buttons are labeled in Braille for use by hearing impaired individuals. The intercom system comprises a main control panel, a front door intercom/message unit, a plurality of room intercom units, and a remote control unit, each capable of transmitting and receiving sound from one another. The main control panel has a CD player and a clock radio, and is capable of selectively broadcasting music to the front door intercom/message unit and to the plurality of room intercom units. Messages left at the front door intercom/message unit may be retrieved at the main control panel, or by calling the intercom system from an outside phone line. In use, the user programs a private security code into the intercom system. Unauthorized individuals without knowledge of the private security code are unable to access the messages left upon the message recorder.