What should I get to make my Hubby be wireless?

Calla Lilly · #1 06-17-2011, 09:02 AM

Okay, I'll admit I'm NOT a bass player.

I married one so the closest I get is watching and listening. I'd like to get him out of his "corner" (physically he's ACTUALLY playing in a corner with all his gear around him) and be wireless but I don't know the first thing about what to do... Any suggestions are GREATLY appreciated!

LiamPodmore · #2 06-17-2011, 09:06 AM

Take a look at one of the Line 6 Relay systems, and see which are in the range of what you're willing to spend. There are 3 models and even the lowest gets brilliant reviews on here.

Liam

Slowgypsy · #3 06-17-2011, 09:34 AM

I've used the Line 6 Relay G30 for some time now. It's been working perfectly for me. Here's a Musicians Friend link...
Line 6 Relay G30 Digital Wireless Guitar System: Shop Pro Audio & Other Musical Instruments | Musician's Friend

I'd also recommend the pouch from NeoTech, as well as a set of AA rechargeable batteries and battery charger to make the gift complete.

Boot Soul · #4 06-17-2011, 10:05 AM

You are a good spouse to put such forethought into buying him such a gift, but are you sure that it is a piece of gear/technology that he really wants? As a musician that came from a sort of D.I.Y./Garage/Punk background, I have no interest in wireless, not because of anything wrong with it, but due to the fact that I have no need for it in my signal chain, and I have a taste for simplicity (P Bass, tube heads, just one pedal).

Enthusiasts of any gear oriented technology, be it playing bass, or something else (computers, skiing, boats, cars, bikes, etc.) are often very particular in their choices of gear. It seems like the obsession with G.A.S. drives about half of the threads on TalkBass. I'm sure guilty. If my girlfriend gave me a wireless, I would truly appreciate the gift and the thoughtfulness behind it, but I would privately feel bad that she spent her money on something I didn't really want, that I now will use, so as not to hurt her feelings.

Von Felgenhauer · #5 06-17-2011, 10:12 AM

How about a gift card for the amount you were gonna spend so you are sure he spends it on something he wants. But kudos to you for thinking of him

Calla Lilly · #6 06-17-2011, 10:16 AM

He's mentioned (more than once) a desire to able to move around when he's playing so I'm comfortable surprising him as long as it's a well-rated piece of gear (by his peers). My only questions are to do with the technology, specifically the Line 6 Relays that have been recommended, and if it works with his assorted pedals on his pedal board, etc and if it gets interference from wireless computer equipment or phone lines?

LiamPodmore · #7 06-17-2011, 10:19 AM

the G30 and 50 Systems should work fine on his pedalboard (Providing he has space) as they can be powered by the same power supply as the pedals, and i havent heard any stories of them getting any interference as the technolgy is Digital and much less interfence prone than other wireless systems, i'm looking at the G90 model myself when i have the money.

Liam

OmnitzGarima · #8 06-17-2011, 10:26 AM

What's your budget?

Calla Lilly · #9 06-17-2011, 10:55 AM

I'm thinking a $200-300 budget if it'll get something quality...?

Slowgypsy · #10 06-17-2011, 12:21 PM

Line 6 Relay G30 is $299 and will work with his pedals with no interference. For your budget I'd say this the best choice.

tdub0199 · #11 06-17-2011, 12:25 PM

Line 6 Relay G30

lowfreq33 · #12 06-17-2011, 12:30 PM

I've been using the Relay G30 for about 8 months now, 5-6 nights a week. I've had no problems whatsoever, and it doesn't affect my tone in the least.

Munjibunga · #13 06-17-2011, 12:38 PM

Line 6 Relay G50.

duke12 · #14 06-17-2011, 12:46 PM

Let me throw out one warning here - if you go with Line 6, stick with the "G" series. The "X" series that preceded it had some problems toward the end of the run. You can sometimes find the X2 really cheap nowadays (under $200) but try not to be tempted. I had one fail on its second gig - not cool at all.

Calla Lilly · #15 06-17-2011, 01:09 PM

I found a G30 for $249 - I'm sure my musically talented half will post something about it once he unwraps and plays with it. I'm just hoping he hasn't noticed THIS thread and is surprised when it shows up!

Bassdirty · #16 06-17-2011, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slowgypsy

Line 6 Relay G30 is $299 and will work with his pedals with no interference. For your budget I'd say this the best choice.

Yup..another vote here.

Floyd Eye · #17 06-17-2011, 01:30 PM

Line 6

SallyGrowler · #18 06-17-2011, 01:36 PM

Sennheiser FreePort

Baer · #19 06-17-2011, 01:40 PM

Another vote for Line 6 G series. I've been using a G50 for about half a year and have been very happy with it.

And look for the posts about rechargeable batteries. Or buy him a 24-pack of AA batteries to get him started.

DRafalske · #20 06-17-2011, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by duke12

Let me throw out one warning here - if you go with Line 6, stick with the "G" series. The "X" series that preceded it had some problems toward the end of the run. You can sometimes find the X2 really cheap nowadays (under $200) but try not to be tempted. I had one fail on its second gig - not cool at all.

I'd like to 2nd this. I have the XDS95 (paid $129 for it). Fantastic unit especially considering the price, but it failed after 8 or 9 gigs (something is up with the connector on the transmitter). It's under warranty, but I probably won't deal with it just to get another questionable piece of gear. The Relay G30 (or G50) is well worth the extra money. Our Keytar guy uses one and it's been flawless since day 1.

The transmitter pouch that attaches to your strap is also a good suggestion. Love mine.

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