I've got a Shure ULXS system with two transmitters that have performed very well for me. It's rack-mounted. I've since switched to a Line6 G50, which also works very well and is much smaller. The Shure system is for sale.
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Best of the best wireless system?
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Lectrosonics. Look them up. Serious, professional gear. Both wireless for instrument and in-ear systems.
- John
- John
Shure ULXP here. Also have a Sennheiser, but I liked the sound of the Shure better on a five string and moved the Sennheiser over to an acoustic rack, where it sound fine. I think it was a frequency response thing for me. That and having sufficient channel options when I am in RF crowded markets.
Munjibunga- what band is the ULXS you have for sale on?
Munjibunga- what band is the ULXS you have for sale on?
Dr Funk
"If you ain't appearing then you be disappearing"
+100 C, best bang for the buck. I too had the X2/XDR 95 and this is definitely an improvement. Terrific sound quality, it actually sounds better than my Monster Bass or Mogami gold cables without a doubt. It's rugged metal, compact and has never had an issue. Quite liberating on stage to have no "tether" for sure. I play medium to large stages and it has never dropped out.
My guitar player use Brace Audio System wireless ([Invalid or Expired Link Removed],) I am using the Line6 G30
Line 6 Relay G30 Digital Wireless Guitar System: Shop Pro Audio & Other Musical Instruments | Musician's Friend, has the same specs both! No problems so far.
Line 6 Relay G30 Digital Wireless Guitar System: Shop Pro Audio & Other Musical Instruments | Musician's Friend, has the same specs both! No problems so far.
I've been using the Line 6 for months and it works great. Dropped it a few times - no problem.
I recommend it.
I recommend it.
This another reason why I prefer the G30. You can use any old instrument cable you want. Works great.
Ken
Agreed on Lectrosonics as being a very good pro maker. They have a niche in the broadcast/contracting end of pro audio, but very few here will ever see them in a music store.
Actually the G50 is as good as or better than a cable... The range displayed is 25hz-20Khz (pink).
12' Belkin/G&H cable:
Line6 G50 with 3' Belkin/G&H cable(rec) and stock xmtr lead:
Here is a video I did showing the range of high-cut offered by the "cable tone" knob on the G50 (Line6 G50 with 3' Belkin/G&H cable(rec) and stock xmtr lead):
Line6 G50 Cable Tone - YouTube
I've never had a dropout on my G50, even 100' away from the stage/receiver. I HAVE tripped over my own 25' cord and unplugged myself before (while jumping around and generally being entertaining)... So technically I've had more dropouts on a 25' cable than my wireless.. It really is time to shed the BS statement that wireless will never be as good as cable. Wireless IS better than a cable (at least the Line6 G-series is).
gnjpowell
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Am SUPER happy with the new Samson Airline UHF Guitar Wireless System, AG300 TX and AR300 RX, that replaced my old Samson Airline 77 UHF Guitar Wireless System. This new system includes an integrated RX (transmitter) that has no annoying cable or belt-pack and plugs right into the bass or any 1/4" output-jack instrument. Makes it easy to more around for sound-checks and no annoying cables on the floor to get tangled and trip over. One AA battery last for hours and hours and hours... Just a totally FANTASTIC unit all around! Can most highly recommend without hesitation. Should have also mentioned the transmitter is configurable to work with both Fender-style (front of instrument) and Gibson-style (side/end of instrument) output jack configurations... AWESOME SYSTEM!
+1 The battery is much better on the Line 6 than the X2. Not only does it last longer, it is the cheaper AA batteries rather than 9V.
The range is also much better on the line 6 than the X2. I used to have some strange line of sight problems with the X2.
The thing I hate is the $%^& cable. I finally got one but it was a PITA. I wish line 6 would sell their own cable. I should have held out for the G30, but I needed the wireless for a gig and L&M only had the G50.
Thus why I bought the Shure angled cord as a spare. No issues, but I keep my transmitter and cord protected in a tin.
I cannot reccomend any of your choices, as I have not used them all. I will comment based on my exprience. Sennheiser may be good, but be prepared to throw your unit away if you have any problems, as they are constantly coming out with new models and will not repair their older units. Shure is guilty of product exaggeration. Due to my unfavorable exprience with these two brands, I pretty well steer clear of all their products.
Like the old saying goes, don't knock 'em 'til you've tried 'em, and I've been there, done that.
Like the old saying goes, don't knock 'em 'til you've tried 'em, and I've been there, done that.
