i hear ya...for $300 and still be a little nervous while playing that you might cut out or not be able to dial it in to begin with...i choose cable.
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Double Bass Recommendations Wanted: Wireless from Instrument to Amp
- Thread starter Steve Freides
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i hear ya...for $300 and still be a little nervous while playing that you might cut out or not be able to dial it in to begin with...i choose cable.
Mine did die on my once when I was trying to see how long the batteries would last. I had a cable with me and at the ready for just that purpose, and I made the switch pretty quickly. But it is a real concern, I agree. Now that I charge them before every time I need them, I've had no problems.
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The Lekato link on amazon.com is interesting. It lists three different _colors_ but click on each and the description changes. The left one is 2.4 G, the right one 5.8 G, and the middle one says, "24-bit 48KHz high quality audio broadcasting."
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I use the Line6 G10. Very simple to use, not expensive. The new G10S has a better receiver, with more options.
I just watched this vid. A way to use the tech in this thread to bootleg in ears. I think I'll probably try it out though I'm going to have to figure out how to put a limiter in between me and the audio output.
I've been using a Line-6 G10 for a couple years now. It was very unhappy when I ran an Fdeck HPF between my bass and the wireless transmitter. too bad, it would have been good to have a volume knob on the tailpiece. Other than that, the performance has been flawless. Less noise than a cable when used with my single coil Fender too.
Edit: I'd buy the new one now. The power from the transformer is through the tiniest connector and I fear breakage. The new one uses a much better connector
Edit: I'd buy the new one now. The power from the transformer is through the tiniest connector and I fear breakage. The new one uses a much better connector
I'm shocked at the low price for a instrument wireless system. Suspicious too... Something must be up..
Also interesting, in a funny way, is how the company's uses promo photos of the musicians NOT using their products! Take a closer look, those pics all feature musicians with regular patch cords, not this wireless device. LOL. Oops. Stock images didn't fit the bill in this case.
The $40 2.4G system has worked flawlessly for me. Been using it an average of twice a week for the last six weeks or so.
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I haven't tested it except by using it when I've forgotten to charge it. On a full charge, I've gone 2-1/2 hours without a problem, and it doesn't seem to take long to charge at all.
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My Getaria 2.4GHZ Wireless Guitar system (as first described in the OP) arrived today. While I was waiting (about 30 minutes) to charge it up completely, I took the time to read the Q&A on Amazon about this. No serious surprises, the system is pretty much as discussed here. I am seeing various battery life times described by users on Amazon, ranging from 2 hours to 5 hours, but the documentation does not address that question so it's pretty much however long the battery lasts for the user, that's how long it lasts for the user.
I spent about an hour testing; it actually sounds really good, I could recognize no audible difference from using a cable. I noticed no latency with arco, slow pizz, slaps or fast walks (the documentation says < 12ms).
I have an hour gig tomorrow evening that I'll use it for, and then possibly a 3 hour gig on Sunday. I'm anxious to see how it goes, and to enjoy total freedom from cables (my amp is battery powered). I have no intention of leaving the cable home ever, but I do hope not to have to use it much anymore.
Both the transmitter and the receiver can be used while charging, which has me considering bringing along a couple of pocket chargers for longer service time, if I find it necessary. We'll see.
I spent about an hour testing; it actually sounds really good, I could recognize no audible difference from using a cable. I noticed no latency with arco, slow pizz, slaps or fast walks (the documentation says < 12ms).
I have an hour gig tomorrow evening that I'll use it for, and then possibly a 3 hour gig on Sunday. I'm anxious to see how it goes, and to enjoy total freedom from cables (my amp is battery powered). I have no intention of leaving the cable home ever, but I do hope not to have to use it much anymore.
Both the transmitter and the receiver can be used while charging, which has me considering bringing along a couple of pocket chargers for longer service time, if I find it necessary. We'll see.
This has been a great weekend for testing this device set... I played for an hour Friday evening using my amp, and then again for 3 hours today using the venue's FOH system. I charged after Friday evening, and I am charging again now. The Getaria system worked flawlessly for both gigs. Of particular interest, the 3 hour gig today was absolutely no problem for the battery life.of both the transmitter and the receiver.
I'm so pleased with this performance that I've ordered another of the same Getaria wireless set for my wife's guitar.
I'm convinced: Wireless is the way to go!!!
We will still carry cables just in case, but we will hope not to have to use them again. And I already carry a power bank for my phone, so I can re-charge the wireless devices on the fly if necessary.
I'm so pleased with this performance that I've ordered another of the same Getaria wireless set for my wife's guitar.
I'm convinced: Wireless is the way to go!!!
We will still carry cables just in case, but we will hope not to have to use them again. And I already carry a power bank for my phone, so I can re-charge the wireless devices on the fly if necessary.
With the low price of these, you could buy two sets and have a spare to swap out mid set on long gigs and it would still be less than most wireless systems.
Yup, I'm thinking this too. Our roots are in bluegrass and my wife just naturally prefers the sound of her guitar through a mic, so I may end up using her wireless set for this purpose; she's fine with that.
Our 3 hour gig yesterday was with a 4-person band, in a confined stage area with wired voice and instrument mics all over the place, but it was really nice not having a wire to the bass... As big as it is, being wireless meant we could move the bass around during the show without restrictions and could stow it much more easily during breaks.
I primarily play banjo for this band but I stand in on bass while our bass player plays guitar or mandolin for some songs... Switching instruments has now become an absolute breeze.
Our 3 hour gig yesterday was with a 4-person band, in a confined stage area with wired voice and instrument mics all over the place, but it was really nice not having a wire to the bass... As big as it is, being wireless meant we could move the bass around during the show without restrictions and could stow it much more easily during breaks.
I primarily play banjo for this band but I stand in on bass while our bass player plays guitar or mandolin for some songs... Switching instruments has now become an absolute breeze.
@dhergert, thanks for the report. Your experience agrees with mine.
The only thing I'm going to do differently is try the $60, 5.8 G version of these kinds of gadgets the next time I buy.
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The only thing I'm going to do differently is try the $60, 5.8 G version of these kinds of gadgets the next time I buy.
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I wish you the best with the 5.8G version and I'll be anxious to read your review!
Many thanks for bringing this topic into a thread Steve!
Many thanks for bringing this topic into a thread Steve!
I also use the Line 6 G10 wireless with my upright bass. It's nice not having a cable underfoot and since it automatically mutes when you remove it you can use it for quick instrument changes.
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Great little system. Long batterytime, and easy to charge in the receiver makes it a breeze to use.
