Anyone else running the Audio-Technica ATW-3255 IEM System?

[JakeBass411]

I'm thinking about getting one of these as my new band uses IEMs. We play in drop B a lot so I was concerned about it only being 40hz frequency response on the low end. Let me know if you have used this system before and if there are any audio clarity issues on the low end.

 

[BaltBass5]

I went to one about 10 gigs ago. My Sennheiser G4 was a POS despite being ranked great by a ton of reviews. The AT has been ROCK solid, crystal clear and just awesome all around. The Full scan feature that allows you to view the entire RF spectrum is amazing. Also nice that it covers all 3 bands that Sennheiser splits up.

I am using UE Pro 11 buds and the AT has been FAR superior to the Sennheiser in EVERY way!

 

[s0c9]

I went to one about 10 gigs ago. My Sennheiser G4 was a POS despite being ranked great by a ton of reviews. The AT has been ROCK solid, crystal clear and just awesome all around. The Full scan feature that allows you to view the entire RF spectrum is amazing. Also nice that it covers all 3 bands that Sennheiser splits up.

I am using UE Pro 11 buds and the AT has been FAR superior to the Sennheiser in EVERY way!

I'm curious as to what problems you had with the Senn G4... Used a G3 for 6 yrs without issues..
Noise floor?
Dropouts?
Interference?

 

[DanAdams]

Check out the specs on nice bass cabs, most roll-off around 40 hz too.
If the PA has subs, that 40hz movement from the subs is less directional than higher frequencies, and most likely to reach your ear drums and booty naturally within the room.

40 hz is pretty dang good.

 

[gphil]

I have been using one for about 8 months, and it has worked perfect. I have been very happy with this purchase.

 

[Hypocrite]

You won't hear 40Hz regardless. You'll hear the overtones and your brain will fill in the missing pieces, don't worry about it

 

[kittywithabanjo]

I have a friend with the audio technica and is very happy with it, I have the Sennheiser G4 (4 channels worth) and never had an issue.

 

[scotch]

My band uses the AT 3000 series (I believe it is this model exactly). We have been very happy with the system, particularly the wide frequency spectrum available for channels in dense metropolitan venues!

In terms of sound, I experience no lack of low end response- of course proper iem fit in your ears is CRUCIAL for any system!

 

[Runnerman]

We are still using Carvin IEM which have worked pretty well for a lot of years but they stopped supporting and producing them some time ago. They are starting to have issues with antennas failing and we are operating in the "forbidden" frequency zone so there is occasional interference issues. There are a few niggling issues with them like body pack size/weight, volume knob needs to be duct taped to keep from moving as it rubs against clothing. Also battery pack latches fail over time. So far we have been able to buy spare battery packs and antennas but it's an ongoing challenge.

Looking at replacing with the AT 3000 series product so this topic is of real interest. The issue for me is more durability and signal strength/consistency rather than frequecy spectrum of the buds that come with the 3255. I will be using my Westone 3 drivers.

 

[c5hokie]

I'm thinking about getting one of these as my new band uses IEMs. We play in drop B a lot so I was concerned about it only being 40hz frequency response on the low end. Let me know if you have used this system before and if there are any audio clarity issues on the low end.

My band uses 4 of these. We have had zero problems with audio clarity.

They are a great system that covers a wide frequency band, so you have plenty of clean channels to choose from. I highly recommend it.

 

[74hc]

For a little over 2.5 years. No issues with the frequency response or clarity. So far, very durable. I have it mounted on a pedal board. It gets packed in/out at least one every week. The belt pack is durable as well. People say it's plastic, but I believe the back side which represents majority of the outer shell is metal or metal infused plastic. There's a noticeable difference in temperature between that back and the plastic front (battery door and LED screen).

The stock earbuds don't fit me well. I've never used them as I use KZ ZS10 pro.

I wrote a review of it here on TB.

 

[JakeBass411]

Thank you for all the input everyone! I'm going to order one. I already have custom molded ears so this should work great.

 

[BaltBass5]

I'm curious as to what problems you had with the Senn G4... Used a G3 for 6 yrs without issues..
Noise floor?
Dropouts?
Interference?

I'm curious as to what problems you had with the Senn G4... Used a G3 for 6 yrs without issues..
Noise floor?
Dropouts?
Interference?

All of the above. After a couple of years of never really being happy with the sound quality, reliability and various “phantom” issues I made the switch and couldn’t be happier with the AT.

 

[Mike Caldwell]

All of the above. After a couple of years of never really being happy with the sound quality, reliability and various “phantom” issues I made the switch and couldn’t be happier with the AT.

What was the operating frequency group of the Sennheiser, depending on your location that could have been some of the issue.

 

[BaltBass5]

What was the operating frequency group of the Sennheiser, depending on your location that could have been some of the issue.

Checked that prior to buying. Additionally, One of my band members is on a different operating frequency and had similar issues. Another was on the same operating freq and me and had no issues.

 

[s0c9]

Checked that prior to buying. Additionally, One of my band members is on a different operating frequency and had similar issues. Another was on the same operating freq and me and had no issues.

Interesting, because the most issues I've read/heard about/experienced with the Senn units (including the G3 I owned and other bands that used them) were related to the user selecting the wrong unit for their area - aka wrong "band" and thus unusable frequencies!

If you - not implying you didn't - check for that using the the Senn link [in my sig or the older freq finder] to find the band with most open channels in your area, then there WILL be issues with noise, interference, dropouts and other artifacts during use. Inevitable. It's NOT the unit. There are venues where the channel used at other venues, doesn't work. The unit needs to go to another channel.

My G3 had a noise floor.. but only when no audio was being passed. No impact when in use.
I didn't upgrade to the G4 because the Mipro 909 system I bought (after much research - the ATW3255 wasn't around back then ) had better specs and was much cheaper. Been using it for a couple of years without any issues.
The ATM3255 would be my current choice today.. given specs.

 

[74hc]

Or just get a ATW-3255 and scan the frequencies for the best one. I don't understand why Sennheiser and Shure have not followed AT's lead yet.

 

[s0c9]

Or just get a ATW-3255 and scan the frequencies for the best one. I don't understand why Sennheiser and Shure have not followed AT's lead yet.

Agree 1000%.. price point is the same. Making numerous different models supporting different “bands” and frequency ranges doesn’t seem terribly efficient, unless they DO support the spectrum and are adjusted internally for each band?

 

[BassGuyFL]

I have one and have had zero problems with it. I previously had a Shure PSM 300 and it was nothing but problems. Dropouts, high noise floor. The AT has been great. I previously had AT units and should have just stuck with them.