this -

www.guitarcenter.com

Try to get one that does automatic frequency scanning. They are more expensive, but you won't have to worry about static or random cut-outs. I have the Audio-Technica mics, which have 9 selectable channels, but you have to select them manually. Any interference can not be fixed without re-tuning the mic itself.

They were just cheaper at the time!

i'm thinking about this as my next one

www.guitarcenter.com

Can't find anywhere that talks about range when i'm looking at mics though... kind of annoying

I use this and am very happy with it:

www.amazon.com

I've had this mic for years!!! So many years I can't even remember when I bought it. No problems whatsoever.

Any mic should always be a couple hundred feet, with a direct line of sight. Just don't try to transmit through a metal wall...

That's a top of the line pro wireless system. You will be happy with that for many year to come!

i always use the shure sm58 with the pgx transmitter. doubles as my guitar wireless system with the instrument body pack. Auto freq scan, and 1 button to sync the mic/body pack with the transmitter. never had any issues.

didn't know line 6 was making mics/wireless systems now... how is it? their guitar/bass gear is awesome.

It's a great mic with no interference.

The spec's say:
Effective Range: 100 m (300 ft.) under optimal conditions (NOTE: Actual working range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection, and interference)

The line 6 one above says 100ft (30m) range.

It is annoying that they often don't list the range so it's easy to find on many models.

I have the EV re-2 handheld and lav sets

I use the Line 6 XD-V70 (new model is the V75). Great Mic, highly recommend it. Also recommend the EV RE-2 Series. You cannot skimp on a wireless microphone - either buy quality or not at all. Also, if you are buying used, make sure the mic does not use the frequencies that have been banned for mic use since last year.

Just be careful about frequency ranges & the frequency distribution in your area.
They are switching off analogue TV signals around the world & re-allocating the frequency spectrum - some mics won't work anymore when that happens.

I've worked with Shure and Sennheiser. I prefer the Sennheiser. granted the two models were at a difference price point.

Sennheiser EW Series

Shure PGX Series

The Sennheiser had many more options. You could adjust the sensitivity on the microphone and the LED display shows you the frequency. (the sennheiser being the more expensive model)

I haven't had a chance to deal with the higher end Shure mic.

My local DJ shop rents these out for $15 per night so I'd have to rent a minimum of 24 times to get my money back. I don't always need a wireless mic for my gigs so I just stick to renting.

i have thought about renting lapel mics for an officient, but every time i say extra $50 they say no thanks... so with that in mind i havent bought one...

My Sennheiser/super cardioid has been great. funny story from wednesday. The judge said something and then right after i hear a BAM!

my mic is solid enough to use as a weapon and the poor ring barer got slammed in the head as the judge was putting his arm back to his side...

www.amazon.com

any one know about these?

with above, just remember you get what you pay for......

I am thinking about this mic.

www.pssl.com

any thoughts????

Pay a little more and get the digital version or www.pssl.com

I've used a Samson Stage 5H for a few years now with no problems.

Surprisingly excellent range and audio quality, especially granted the price point (It lists with an MSRP of just under $120, but can usually be found at retail for around $70-80).

If you're using a Shure mic, get the Beta 58A. I absolutely love it!!!

Thats what i had heard too.

Question on range though... Before you buy a mic and plug it in, what can you do to get an appx range?

PGX series is a great mic. Back at my old job we rented these out day in and day out. Very reliable, good sound, plenty of channels. Probably the best in its price range.


Just make sure you understand the difference between a 58 and 58A. The 58A has a much narrower "sweet spot", or supercardioid pickup pattern. This is fine if you are the only one using it, but if this mic is for people to do speeches at weddings and such, chances are they won't hold the mic properly. The narrower sweet spot combined with poor mic technique wil make for bad sound, the volume fluctuating up and down.

+1 some people think if the mic is on and in their hand that all of a sudden it works for everyone. Had a father of the bride reading something and he held it in his hand with the papers, (not pointing toward his mouth) he kept trying to listen for his voice and turning to me and giving me dirty looks because it wasnt picking his up very well. after he said that i need better equipment. My response was I hadn't had any problems that night, and no one else seemed to have issues hearing me or anyone else that used it. So if he wants me to show him how to use it again, I would be glad to assist him.

lol exactly. Spend the extra cash and you get blamed for having bad gear.

Sound guys love the beta58A because it's better at preventing feedback.
Sound guys have the beta58A because people don't know how to use it.

The beta 87 is also a great mic. It's a condenser, so very sensitive, kind of like a studio mic. It is available in a number of pickup patterns as well. For this mic, however, you may need a 31-band EQ and some experience eliminating feedback frequencies.

*Sound guys **hate** the beta58A because people don't know how to use it

I use the 58A for myself when hosting while I DJ. When I do weddings or events where somebody else has to speak besides me, I setup the SM58

I like Ev alot. Shure is good. for me i notice the ev are louder without feedback. ( just my opinion )

i just bought the shure pg58 and used it this weekend worked like a charm, had my son go down the block to see how far it would go without cutting out made it 10 houses down the street before it started stuttering, cost $250 in amazon shipping included.

How hard was it to sync with the main reciever?

It was easy as 123 not hard at all

Got the Shure PG58.

I held it right in front of the speaker playing music at fair volume and mic fully open on the mixer and got no feedback.

Thats Shure quality

CT is this the one you have? Shure PG24/PG58 Wireless Vocal System, H7 i saw this on amazon for $255
thank im currently looking to get a w/m

The pg58 is 250 including shipping plus my Rane 62 has reverb so if any one feels like singing they can I love this mic

gem sound, 2 mics n wireless.
lolz

EV RE-2 series

ev sound very good along with sennheiser and shure.

@ alexander12

Yeah, PG24/PG58 Wireless Vocal System is the one I currently use.

Its the budget series of the Shure range but for them budget does not mean compromising on quality.

CT Thank!!

I picked up aPGXD24/SM58 tonight from Guitar Center. With Shure giving 40$ rebate and Guitar Center doing 75$ off 349 and up I came out on top. Now I just need to test it

Is there a rack mount available for that one?

Who else is using the Line 6 mics and loves/hates them? I thinking of picking up a couple. How do you like the pickup pattern?

I use them for over a year. No issues, great results.

I have had the XD-V70 for about 6 months now. Sounds great, no issues with it at all. I would recommend it. Got mine deeply discounted just as the new model was coming out. The new XD-V75 has USB port for updating firmware but you can still update the V70 with a borrowed base from a V75. Other than that they are mostly the same so pick up the V70 if you can find one.

This dude in town bought this about a month ago. He calls me the other day wanting to rent my mics because his (Gemsound) picks up too much static and does not have range further than 10 feet. I loaned him mine, but gave him a good lesson in quality as well.

Anyone use the AKG WMS40?

ev sound great

New tech since this was started... Any new updates? Name wasn't long ago, did anyone go and see anything interesting?