Hey guys, here's the video to leave a comment on to win the Shure GLXD+ System: ruclips.net/video/7YU4pirSPoQ/видео.htmlsi=W5CRPFSY-tTUTTCh Thanks for putting up with my begging to "check out my music bro" 😅. And please remember, that I will never ever ask you for money. Never. ANYONE asking you for money claiming to be me is a scammer. Period. Also, I'm trying some new methods to get people to get to the right product links besides just leaving them in the description. RUclips added product tagging, and I'm trying the QR codes as well. Do you all find that helpful, annoying, or unnecessary? Thanks again for watching! Let me know which wireless you love as well and which tier they fall into. 🤘
Hey Scott, your music and review work have both been absolutely wonderful and inspiring. Even when I don't use wireless as much, I still find it useful. I wouldn't bother with anyone who's gonna find a product or affiliate link "annoying", we musicians still need to feed ourselves somehow right? You do what you gotta do and we trust your information and appreciate your work. Rock on!
the qr codes is helpful, i guess. so people can get the product or preview the product straight from your recomendation while also continue watching your video. in my opinion, it look cool on the video too. the wireless i love (which is from the entry level/mid tier category) is shure(ly) GLXD+ it is compact, looks like it build to last, and the detune feature is blowing my mind.
This is such a COMPLETE video about wireless gear. I had so many questions which were all answered in this video, and your recommendations saved me a lot of time, so thank you Scott for your work!
@@ScottUhlMusicAye Scott! I'm new to this but was wondering if i buy a Phenyx iem, a nux or xvive wireless system, and say a bunch of the cheap wireless ones from amazon to use on modelers and monitors would that work or do they have to be the same brands?
@@ScottUhlMusic there is nothing wrong with 2.4 ghz. it has longer range, better when there is no line of sight, and the 5.8ghz is getting more crowded with wifi. the benefit of 5.8ghz is that it carries more data, but has a more limited range. you don't need that kind of data rate for audio.
Thank you Scott! All the time and effort you put into these videos in incredible. I really appreciate everything you do for the music community. Your videos have helped my band immensely.
Well, I totally agree regarding the Audio Technica IEM. I've been using it for the past few months and i quite like the sound of it. It really eats through the batteries though. I have a bit of obsession for in ear systems and tried a lot of them. The absolute winner for me is the AKG IVM - sadly it has been discontinued. I didn't like the sound of the sennheiser, od the psm 900. Haven't had the opportunity to try out the psm 1000 but if the sound quality is the same as the psm 900 I'm really not interested. The psm 300 sounds quite a lot better than the psm 900. If someone has a recommendation for a great sounding wireless iem system for me to try out please reply to this comment.
Hip Hop artist here ✋🏼. I've tried the lekato iem system and the xvive. You definitely get what you pay for with the lekato. Didn't really seem reliable. I definitely noticed the 12ms delay. I ended up returning it bcs the transmitter would get hot after only 15 minutes. Ended up sticking with the xvive. Seems more durable and reliable. If I have to nit pick, I would say that I'm not a fan of the micro USB charging ports. Thanks for the info btw, ur videos helped make up my mind. ✌🏼
Great work Scott! You have helped my band get into the wireless game. It is overwhelming but you make it simple enough for even us banjo players to understand. The GLXD+ would be a great addition to our set up.! Also, Spiral Cell is sick!
Hey guys, here’s the video for my song for the Shure GLXD+ system: ruclips.net/video/7YU4pirSPoQ/видео.htmlsi=6S__V2hgy73Tsqm9 Best of luck, and thanks for dealing with me begging for “check out my music bro!” 😅 Remember, I will NEVER ask you for money. Never. Period! Also, let me know if the QR codes and/or links helped get you to the right product or if they were more annoying than anything…. trying something new! Thanks for watching 🤘
Thank you! I’m glad people found this video helpful. I wanted to do a comprehensive guide, so I hope to send people to this video to figure out which wireless is best for them 🤘
Love the channel, deffo 1 of my 'go to' channels for this techy gear stuff! I'm a sponge for information, so i just sit and watch and read as much as I can to learn and I find your videos really informative and easy to digest. Ive got massive OCD when it comes to audio, so even though im only in a bar and function/wedding band, I find myself going for the Pro Level in your video just for the reliability. A year ago I upgraded my 2.4ghz Line6 G70/G75 wireless to a Sennheiser EW-D and now I'm looking to go for a wireless vocal mic too, so (mainly) because of your videos it'll either be a Shure SLXD or a 2nd Sennheiser EWD. Thanks again for the great content.
Nice! Excellent choices. Glad you’ve found the channel helpful 🤘 and I want to explore the EW-D system more. I’ve just used Shure mics for forever. Definitely on my list 🤘
@ScottUhlMusic definitely worth checking out. I've been using mine a year now n not had 1 drop! I do also like the look of the EV RE3 you reviewed a while ago, but not sure what it brings to the table that the SLXD or EWD don't tbh, so not sure whether to bother pricing that 1 up or not 😆
Your channel is amazing! Thank you for all this valuable info. I have a degree in audio and we never got into the detail you’re going through. Super helpful! My church is a direct beneficiary of the knowledge I have gained from you. It will save us a lot of money too!🙏🏼 Thank you!
Once again, another killer breakdown. Thank you for turning me onto this video. It really helped expand my knowledge. one thing Im not clear on is if I’m only using two single mic higher end quality units will an antenna combiner be necessary to keep from the two conflicting? So I absolutely have to move them far away from each other? At what point are antenna combiners necessary?THANKS!
Thanks! I usually say it’s worth combining at 4 in a rack. So up to 4 you should be fine in most situations. It’s just best practice, but not required.
Thank you, as always! Your channel has been so helpful in my up-leveling to better bands and being a more polished and professional electric violin player.
Awesome video! I've been the tech director at my church for a couple of year. During this time my goal has been to update and upgrade any equipment that is obsolete or outdated. I myself started using Xvive U4 IEM system. It has worked awesomely. We're are soon to transition from an analog to digital mixer so it opens up a whole new world of oportunities and ideas to level up the way we do things. With so many options your videos had been of great help. Thanks!
After listening to your proyect and realizing your show is a reflection of the album, I understand now how you became so knowledgeable about music gear. Great work!
I love your videos man! Our band is looking to get into the wireless game and the information you provide through your videos is worth gold! I can't thank you enough for clearing the smoke in this challenging landscape.
Thanks! It took SOOO long to edit haha, but I really wanted to go the extra distance on this video and include a lot of info so people can make the correct choice 🤘
Great video and comment for the algorithm! I have the Shure SLX-D and use it for gigging. At home I rock the Swiff wireless. I had one for a couple years before the battery died on me but I replaced it. I also have a few other cheap wireless for home use. I use the Xvive U4 at home and small gigs for IEM. I left my band with the swanky Sennheiser IEM's and am building a rack for that. I think I'm gonna rock the Audio Technica's in that. They're down to $750 right now which gets me into 4 receivers for around $2k. Wish I could do better but it gets spendy af between mixer, IEM, splitter, conditioner, router, bubble, rubber chicken, etc.
Great info! I found your channel while researching wireless systems for my church. I've watched a lot of them and I'velearnedso much. You do a great job in preparing and presenting a lot of information. Thank you! I do have a couple questions. 1 - Regarding bands. If i want to get a system that has different bands but I *might* want to expand later, should I (could I) get receivers in separate bands considering available freq ranges in my area? 2 - Have you reviewed the Audio Technica System 10 Pro? They have a lot of features packed into one package. Too good to be true? Limited channel availability seems to be one negative.
Thanks! Glad you’ve enjoyed the channel 1) you can get ones in separate bands, yes. You just won’t be able to utilize groups/banks as well with separate bands, which isn’t a huge deal 2) I’ve looked into those, but they are on 2.4Ghz which I tend to avoid with higher end/more expensive products
An absolute Treasure Trove of information in this video! Thanks very much especially from someone who just started Wireless a few weeks ago after over 50 years of playing and dealing with cords. First Step was going Wireless on the mics and I happened to pick the same cheap receiver transmitter that your wife used by Lekato on your gig down in the islands. Worked flawlessly so far. Once you get started on this it can get addictive. Cheers!
Great explanation on the difference between entry level and pro gear. Everyone appreciates your time that you put into making the video. … and.. spiral cell ‘causality’ is great listening too !
Scott, you are correct in your digital vs analog assumptions for why the SLX-D system can support more systems than the Senny variety. Digital signal operates different than all analog, and as a result produces substantially less intermod frequencies, which keeps the available band much clearer allowing for more systems. Great video, there is so much misinformation out there, and this video is not one of them! Great primer for newbies and amateurs to get into wireless in good confidence.
Thanks! And yeah, I’ve been doing a little more research into it after this video. Definitely interesting stuff! I’ve missed that sennheiser has some new-ish higher end digital systems now too which is cool. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks Scott. I am a bedroom guitarist starting my journey with instrument, but I am already hooked on wireless. And you are partly responsible for that :)
The XSW? It does give an RF meter on the receiver itself which is nice. Turn on your receiver with the transmitter off. If you see no bars then you are on a clear channel. A friend of mine just brought his over recently and I saw that in the manual for it. Scanning is better, but that is a good workaround
Wireless systems have always eluded me. I've used them before, but I've always ended up back on a cable. Thank you for breaking down all my skepticism and answering a lot of my questions.
Great stuff, I watched multiple videos of yours always very informative. Thank you for taking the time. I am, however curious why the Sennheiser EW D or Sennheiser EWDX didn’t make it into this list
Thanks! And I wasn’t as familiar with those when I put this list together, but they would be on there for sure. I just haven’t used them and try to go based on my experience mostly
My band has been touring with the Sennhieser EW300 in ear monitor system for almost 12 years and it’s the only thing I recommend when people ask about wireless in ears. I tried using that super cheap Lekato IEM for another project and I was so spoiled by the EW300, the small amount of latency was too much for me to handle. 😂 It also cut out constantly wherever I was, so clearly it just wasn’t a good fit for the area I live in. The last tour I was on, I actually used the Swift Audio wireless guitar unit the whole tour and only had problems one show which might not have even been the unit’s fault but rather the XLR out going to the stage snake from my rig. Luckily I always had a cable next to me in case problems arose, but I totally recommend those little dongles especially because of the 900mhz range vs the typical 2.5Ghz. Great video, Scott. Keep up the good work!
Fantastic video! And your sentiments mirror my own pretty much exactly. I can tell you have extensive hands-on experience with the gear you're talking about, which (unfortunately) is pretty rare among RUclipsrs.
Thank you for your videos, Scott! So far you've helped me to find very nice cheap in-ear monitors, getting my stubborn band mates to mix their own in-ears (with Mixing station) and most importantly, build my compact In-ear rack. It is extremely hard to find objective knowledge about all of this so you are definitely on the right mission!
Its great to have someone who helps with all the gear. Hope to see you and your Wife again in Turks or anywhere else as CMA looking in to your pedal board options...Its very helpfull thanks
I've got a 3 mic (or lapel) Sennheiser wireless system that I built with old G2 True Diversity receivers and an Antenna combiner. I either use the Licence exempt frequencies (863.100 MHz to 864.900 MHz) or the Duplex Gap frequencies (823 MHz to 832 MHz). It's not got a wide range of frequencies to use, but it is still a Pro grade system and has amazing sound and reliability. For IEM's I mainly use Wire in ears, but I do have a Gearformusic IEM (863.100 MHz to 864.900 MHz) and plan on getting 2 XVive U4 systems for 2 singers (or front of stage) For musicians I mainly use DI boxes and Wired instruments, but I'm thinking of getting 2 XVive U2's for guitars (or musicians up front). I have used the full range of all the gear mentioned here, and you can't go wrong with the ULXD or Sennheiser EW300 (or EW500 for microphones) systems, they are very reliable if you have the budget for it (it's why I bought cheap, used, limited gear that's reliable over new stuff that's maybe not as quality or reliable)
I'm using the Sennheiser XSW-D pedalboard set for guitar which is also really good like the one from shure. For IEM I have two Stereo wireless from LD systems (budget friendly) in a neat 9,5" rack. One is in 500 one in 800MHz, I had exactly the same thoughts: we're 5 in a band and the drummer has IEM with cable. I can run 2x IEM wireless and when the other guys decide to go wireless, they just need to buy two pocket receivers in the right range and we're fine. I also use the behringer X32 compact in our rehearsal space. There's still nothing similar in that price range
Replay!!! Very thorough video and lot all that was shared!!! Holy grail all the way. For iem, psm 900 is my choice. I’ve learned after going from SLX analog to UHF-R and now moving to Axient Digital, “buy once and never look back.”
@@ScottUhlMusic Glad you feel that way! Bullet proof and mission critical were important to me no matter how big or small the experience. Will never look back after my experience over 10+ years with touring grade wireless.
I will totally vouch for the Xvive U4. I've been using mine for about a year now. I play bass and I stopped bringing an amp to most gigs and I use my in ears as a personal monitor. I think out of the hundred or so gigs I've done with my U4, I had interference once and I was able to simply switch channels to get rid of it. The only disclaimer I have to make is that I run the transmitter out of my pedal board and not the mixer so I can't comment on range.
Thanks for the review! I want to invest in my first IEM system - should I spend money on a mono-only system like the ptm 33 with 4 receivers right out the gate (and then upgrade to a stereo system later), or should I start and keep a stereo system like the PTM 10 and then get 4 belt pack receivers with that? Thanks!
Thank you for pointing me to this video, Scott. I've watched it several times, and I feel like now I have a much better idea of what will work best for my band and me. You're amazing!
Well done! I picked up a NUX B-7PSM with the CCA C12 IEM per your recomendation about 2 months ago. My 1st experience with IEM. Thanks for the cheat sheets!!
Do you have a video where you explain Sennheiser WSM in depth? how to use it, requirements, and so on? I cant find any info about this topic, anywhere!
Thankyou brother for going the extra mile to explain in depth with the different prices and quality. extremely helpful for sure. I'm just starting out my band Wake the Siren and this video helped me for a starter wireless for my Wolfgang 6 string to play shows. thank you brother!!!!!
Definitely the best channel for budget gear guys. I'm totally fine with plugging my bass I to my Helix but having and extra cable attached to me for in ears seems like a hazard. Not sure which wireless system im going to splurge on (or win hehe) but I need one soon
Love the info. As someone who's been looking at more and more wireless options this has been a huge help I plan on referring back to as a resource moving forward. And I respect the hustle on the original music. Keep up the great work!
Wow, excellent info on wireless systems. Great teaching format. Thank you Scott. I also think the difference between the Shure SLX-D and Sennheiser EW-100 max system count per band is due to digital vs analog transmission.
I've used the Swiff/Lecato 500 Mhz for our wireless since you recommended them a couple years ago, and very few problems. I've also used the Shures and the A/T wireless, great gear. There's a reason the touring acts use them. IEMs, Phenyx or Galaxy Audio. I like the Galaxys a lot b/c they're great cost ratio and indestructible, and can get them fixed if you do break them in most pro PA shops. As always, great explanation for non-pros, and good practical tips along the way. Shure wireless mics, rugged as they come and they just work.
I appreciate the thorough video! I used a wireless Shure guitar system in my first touring band 15 years ago but haven’t messed with it much since. I’m in a new, serious band and I’m in the middle of building our IEM rack based on your videos. This was perfect timing for when I dive back into my wireless guitar system. 🎉 Thanks, as always!
@@ScottUhlMusic Yes, and thank you for sharing your knowledge and creating useful content. 🙏 I was in the Army band for 4 years and now that I am recently separated and I have to buy personal gear. I definitely took for granted the very nice Sennheiser (IEM) and Shure wireless gear. Never knew how expensive they were. 😅 Because of your videos, I am more wiser and feel more confident on whatever my future purchases ends up being!
Great timing on the video. I'm currently researching wireless mics for my band's singer. I also have the Audio Technica ATW-3255 IEM system and love it! They offer a few wireless mic models in the 3000 line with a 60 MHz range. I'd love to see you post a review on that unit. Now on to your new song video. Fingers crossed for the Shure GLXD unit.
Glad it was helpful! Nothing wrong with sticking with budget friendly stuff if it works for your band. Hopefully this video helped you make the right decision for your setup 🤘
Thanks for your reviews. I've purchased the GTRS guitar and phenyx pro IE monitors based on your reviews. My bass player has the phenyx pro guitar wireless because of your reviews as well.
Well done, Scott. I'm a little surprised you didn't mention the PSM900 IEMs. Basically, the highest quality (IMO) single unit Shure offers. Rock solid performance. For instrument wireless, I had to retire my beloved Line 6 G90. I moved to the GLXD+ rack system and it's rocked so far.
Thanks! I did mention it briefly in the high end category and why I recommended the sennheiser ew 300 instead. Same bandwidth but for like $500 cheaper. Sennheiser wins for me in that category 👍
@@KenCarver ??? I use both Shure and Sennheiser all the time. I'm not on either side. EW 300 has the same number of channels/bandwidth for $500 less than the PSM900. EW 300 is the better option imo.
@@ScottUhlMusicwhat I meant was this....I was eating lunch at my desk with your video going in one of my monitors. During that, my boss came up and ask me a question. I had to set my headphones down for a minute...I'm guessing that's when you mentioned the PSM900. That's all.
Another great, informative video! I'm a Shure man myself but I just bought one of the cheap wireless instrument systems for my acoustic trio because of this video!!! And BTW, great new tune from Spiral Cell! Love the video and that gizmo you're using is awesome. Thanks for doin' what you do.
Thanks! And yeah, I always have my swiff audio with me as a backup even when I have my Shure or sennheiser with me. And thanks for checking out Spiral Cell :) I really appreciate it!
Great video covering all the categories of wireless systems! Very good detail and recommendations for each categories, who they're best suited for, and explaining the pros and cons of each. I've got the older (now discontinued) Shure GLXD4R wireless guitar unit but actually find myself hard wiring more recently as it's been a struggle to get a good clear signal. Also found it causes some interference with my Sennheiser G4 IEM unit :(. Either need to split them in the rack or time to look for a different wireless guitar rig. The giveaway one would be a great addition! Thanks again Scott for all the time, effort, and details you put in each of your videos!
@@ScottUhlMusic odd thing is I always do that after we’re all set up and everything is powered on. Even scanned a couple times and it’s struggled. Get the poor garbled connection like my bass is underwater. Thought about taking it out of my smaller rack and placing elsewhere but then it’s more stuff to keep track of at the end of the night 😂
I feel like this is a video you've wanted to make since you started your channel. Great stuff. Here in the UK we need a license for UHF, principally 606-630MHz. My band runs Shure IEMs on that frequency range. However, 1.8GHz is also included in the license but there's hardly any gear in that frequency. Have you ever seen any? No reviews anywhere. Thanks! Keep up the great work!
Thanks! This video was definitely one I’ve been passionate about making for a while now…. And it took SOOOO long to edit hahaha. So I’m glad it’s out. And no, I haven’t seen anything in 1.8Ghz. That’s interesting for sure! In the UK, it looks like you guys have even less frequency options than the US does!
@@ScottUhlMusic I think you're right, there's a lot of gear in the US market which isn't an option here. I think a cheap 1.8GHz Lekato style wireless would be a hit here. Thanks, fingers crossed on the giveaway!
Really great video. My bandmate wants to go wireless so I will pass this along to him to help him with his decision. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge. 🙏🏾
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Hey guys, here's the video to leave a comment on to win the Shure GLXD+ System: ruclips.net/video/7YU4pirSPoQ/видео.htmlsi=W5CRPFSY-tTUTTCh Thanks for putting up with my begging to "check out my music bro" 😅. And please remember, that I will never ever ask you for money. Never. ANYONE asking you for money claiming to be me is a scammer. Period.
Also, I'm trying some new methods to get people to get to the right product links besides just leaving them in the description. RUclips added product tagging, and I'm trying the QR codes as well. Do you all find that helpful, annoying, or unnecessary? Thanks again for watching! Let me know which wireless you love as well and which tier they fall into. 🤘
Hey Scott, your music and review work have both been absolutely wonderful and inspiring. Even when I don't use wireless as much, I still find it useful. I wouldn't bother with anyone who's gonna find a product or affiliate link "annoying", we musicians still need to feed ourselves somehow right? You do what you gotta do and we trust your information and appreciate your work. Rock on!
the qr codes is helpful, i guess. so people can get the product or preview the product straight from your recomendation while also continue watching your video. in my opinion, it look cool on the video too.
the wireless i love (which is from the entry level/mid tier category) is shure(ly) GLXD+ it is compact, looks like it build to last, and the detune feature is blowing my mind.
Never seen anybody do the QR codes. Definitely very helpful.
This is such a COMPLETE video about wireless gear. I had so many questions which were all answered in this video, and your recommendations saved me a lot of time, so thank you Scott for your work!
Thank you 🙏 I really appreciate it!
@@ScottUhlMusicAye Scott! I'm new to this but was wondering if i buy a Phenyx iem, a nux or xvive wireless system, and say a bunch of the cheap wireless ones from amazon to use on modelers and monitors would that work or do they have to be the same brands?
@@ScottUhlMusic there is nothing wrong with 2.4 ghz. it has longer range, better when there is no line of sight, and the 5.8ghz is getting more crowded with wifi. the benefit of 5.8ghz is that it carries more data, but has a more limited range. you don't need that kind of data rate for audio.
Thank you Scott! All the time and effort you put into these videos in incredible. I really appreciate everything you do for the music community. Your videos have helped my band immensely.
Thank you so much, I appreciate that! 🤘
No issues with checking out good music that I haven't heard. Good job. Appreciate it and all the knowledge that you always present.
Thanks Chris! I appreciate that 😊
Well, I totally agree regarding the Audio Technica IEM. I've been using it for the past few months and i quite like the sound of it. It really eats through the batteries though. I have a bit of obsession for in ear systems and tried a lot of them. The absolute winner for me is the AKG IVM - sadly it has been discontinued. I didn't like the sound of the sennheiser, od the psm 900. Haven't had the opportunity to try out the psm 1000 but if the sound quality is the same as the psm 900 I'm really not interested. The psm 300 sounds quite a lot better than the psm 900. If someone has a recommendation for a great sounding wireless iem system for me to try out please reply to this comment.
Wow that was a ton of work - thanks for going the extra mile and hitting all budgets. Love the channel - keep up the great work!
Thanks! The video took sooooooo long to put together haha. But I wanted to really put all the info in that I could
Hip Hop artist here ✋🏼. I've tried the lekato iem system and the xvive.
You definitely get what you pay for with the lekato. Didn't really seem reliable. I definitely noticed the 12ms delay. I ended up returning it bcs the transmitter would get hot after only 15 minutes.
Ended up sticking with the xvive. Seems more durable and reliable. If I have to nit pick, I would say that I'm not a fan of the micro USB charging ports.
Thanks for the info btw, ur videos helped make up my mind. ✌🏼
Great work Scott! You have helped my band get into the wireless game. It is overwhelming but you make it simple enough for even us banjo players to understand. The GLXD+ would be a great addition to our set up.! Also, Spiral Cell is sick!
Thanks Derek! Glad to help you guys enjoy the freedom of not being tethered on stage. And thanks for checking out Spiral Cell 😊🤘
Hey guys, here’s the video for my song for the Shure GLXD+ system: ruclips.net/video/7YU4pirSPoQ/видео.htmlsi=6S__V2hgy73Tsqm9 Best of luck, and thanks for dealing with me begging for “check out my music bro!” 😅 Remember, I will NEVER ask you for money. Never. Period!
Also, let me know if the QR codes and/or links helped get you to the right product or if they were more annoying than anything…. trying something new! Thanks for watching 🤘
Thanks for investing so much time to review all this gear. I love the content that you make, really helpful!
Thank you! I’m glad people found this video helpful. I wanted to do a comprehensive guide, so I hope to send people to this video to figure out which wireless is best for them 🤘
Thanks Scott! With all the information and options out there, this video helped a ton. You’re doing great work for gigging musicians everywhere!
Thank you :) I appreciate that!
Love the channel, deffo 1 of my 'go to' channels for this techy gear stuff! I'm a sponge for information, so i just sit and watch and read as much as I can to learn and I find your videos really informative and easy to digest.
Ive got massive OCD when it comes to audio, so even though im only in a bar and function/wedding band, I find myself going for the Pro Level in your video just for the reliability.
A year ago I upgraded my 2.4ghz Line6 G70/G75 wireless to a Sennheiser EW-D and now I'm looking to go for a wireless vocal mic too, so (mainly) because of your videos it'll either be a Shure SLXD or a 2nd Sennheiser EWD.
Thanks again for the great content.
Nice! Excellent choices. Glad you’ve found the channel helpful 🤘 and I want to explore the EW-D system more. I’ve just used Shure mics for forever. Definitely on my list 🤘
@ScottUhlMusic definitely worth checking out. I've been using mine a year now n not had 1 drop!
I do also like the look of the EV RE3 you reviewed a while ago, but not sure what it brings to the table that the SLXD or EWD don't tbh, so not sure whether to bother pricing that 1 up or not 😆
Your channel is amazing! Thank you for all this valuable info. I have a degree in audio and we never got into the detail you’re going through. Super helpful! My church is a direct beneficiary of the knowledge I have gained from you. It will save us a lot of money too!🙏🏼 Thank you!
Awesome! I’m glad to hear that 💪💪
All your videos are extremely useful! thanks and keep it up!
Thanks!
Once again, another killer breakdown. Thank you for turning me onto this video. It really helped expand my knowledge. one thing Im not clear on is if I’m only using two single mic higher end quality units will an antenna combiner be necessary to keep from the two conflicting? So I absolutely have to move them far away from each other? At what point are antenna combiners necessary?THANKS!
Thanks! I usually say it’s worth combining at 4 in a rack. So up to 4 you should be fine in most situations. It’s just best practice, but not required.
Thanks!
Thank you kindly 🤘🤘
Great video and thanks for the opportunity I have been after this unit for stage.
Thank you, as always! Your channel has been so helpful in my up-leveling to better bands and being a more polished and professional electric violin player.
Happy to help!
Thanks for the in-depth review! I definitely appreciate how you discuss not just the specs but also your real world experience using these systems.
Thanks! I always try to use it live before doing a video about it
I really appreciate your in depth reviews and comparisons. You've helped me to make a number of equipment and software purchases.
Great to hear!
Really well put up and informative video. Thank you, keep up the good work!
Thanks so much for all you put into this channel!
"Top 5 most informative and useful videos I have ever seen on RUclips" great video Scott, u can easily see the effort u placed into it
Thank you! This one took a very long time, so I’m glad it’s been so valuable!
Awesome video!
I've been the tech director at my church for a couple of year. During this time my goal has been to update and upgrade any equipment that is obsolete or outdated. I myself started using Xvive U4 IEM system. It has worked awesomely. We're are soon to transition from an analog to digital mixer so it opens up a whole new world of oportunities and ideas to level up the way we do things. With so many options your videos had been of great help. Thanks!
Glad to help out 💪
Another great video! Thanks for the detail and suggestions. It’s been extremely helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
After listening to your proyect and realizing your show is a reflection of the album, I understand now how you became so knowledgeable about music gear. Great work!
Thank you! A lot of stuff I learned by putting that show together. That’s actually kind of how my channel started
Great video Scott, thanks for taking the time to make this, very informative!
Glad it was helpful!
Love your stuff Scott! My band uses the xvive. I run an XLR from the aux out from my xr18 to each member of band to spread them out. Works great.
Really appreciate how thorough and in-depth this was without wasting a bunch of time. Thanks for sharing your experiences and opinions with us, Scott!
Thank you! I’m glad to hear that, because I shot 90 minutes of footage for this hahaha, and my goal was to have it around 30
I love your videos man! Our band is looking to get into the wireless game and the information you provide through your videos is worth gold! I can't thank you enough for clearing the smoke in this challenging landscape.
Thank you! I really appreciate it!
Thanks!
Thank you so much! That’s extremely kind of you!! 🤘🤘
So much effort put into this video. Excellent job
Thanks! It took SOOO long to edit haha, but I really wanted to go the extra distance on this video and include a lot of info so people can make the correct choice 🤘
Great video and comment for the algorithm! I have the Shure SLX-D and use it for gigging. At home I rock the Swiff wireless. I had one for a couple years before the battery died on me but I replaced it. I also have a few other cheap wireless for home use. I use the Xvive U4 at home and small gigs for IEM. I left my band with the swanky Sennheiser IEM's and am building a rack for that. I think I'm gonna rock the Audio Technica's in that. They're down to $750 right now which gets me into 4 receivers for around $2k. Wish I could do better but it gets spendy af between mixer, IEM, splitter, conditioner, router, bubble, rubber chicken, etc.
Nice man! Great choices! Even the rubber chicken! 😂
Great info! I found your channel while researching wireless systems for my church. I've watched a lot of them and I'velearnedso much. You do a great job in preparing and presenting a lot of information. Thank you!
I do have a couple questions.
1 - Regarding bands. If i want to get a system that has different bands but I *might* want to expand later, should I (could I) get receivers in separate bands considering available freq ranges in my area?
2 - Have you reviewed the Audio Technica System 10 Pro? They have a lot of features packed into one package. Too good to be true? Limited channel availability seems to be one negative.
Thanks! Glad you’ve enjoyed the channel
1) you can get ones in separate bands, yes. You just won’t be able to utilize groups/banks as well with separate bands, which isn’t a huge deal
2) I’ve looked into those, but they are on 2.4Ghz which I tend to avoid with higher end/more expensive products
This is the best video on wireless on RUclips. Well done Scott.
Thank you! 🤘🤘🤘
An absolute Treasure Trove of information in this video! Thanks very much especially from someone who just started Wireless a few weeks ago after over 50 years of playing and dealing with cords. First Step was going Wireless on the mics and I happened to pick the same cheap receiver transmitter that your wife used by Lekato on your gig down in the islands. Worked flawlessly so far. Once you get started on this it can get addictive. Cheers!
Nice! Welcome to the world of wireless, and yes, the addiction definitely can be strong here 😅
Great explanation on the difference between entry level and pro gear. Everyone appreciates your time that you put into making the video. … and.. spiral cell ‘causality’ is great listening too !
Thanks! And thanks for checking out the song 🤘🤘
Scott, you are correct in your digital vs analog assumptions for why the SLX-D system can support more systems than the Senny variety. Digital signal operates different than all analog, and as a result produces substantially less intermod frequencies, which keeps the available band much clearer allowing for more systems. Great video, there is so much misinformation out there, and this video is not one of them! Great primer for newbies and amateurs to get into wireless in good confidence.
Thanks! And yeah, I’ve been doing a little more research into it after this video. Definitely interesting stuff! I’ve missed that sennheiser has some new-ish higher end digital systems now too which is cool. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks Scott. I am a bedroom guitarist starting my journey with instrument, but I am already hooked on wireless. And you are partly responsible for that :)
😅😅 hahaha thanks!
Just got the Sennheiser stereo IEM system and I love it! I do miss the frequency scanning though...
The XSW? It does give an RF meter on the receiver itself which is nice. Turn on your receiver with the transmitter off. If you see no bars then you are on a clear channel. A friend of mine just brought his over recently and I saw that in the manual for it. Scanning is better, but that is a good workaround
I've never used a wireless system. This would be a cool way to get started.
And the addiction will start 😅😅
Wireless systems have always eluded me. I've used them before, but I've always ended up back on a cable. Thank you for breaking down all my skepticism and answering a lot of my questions.
Glad to help!
Wow! Thank you, Scott! I use a wired IEM with components that you recommended. Saved my ears. Thanks!! Now, I know where to look for wireless 😊
Nice! Glad it’s been working well for you!
Great stuff, I watched multiple videos of yours always very informative. Thank you for taking the time. I am, however curious why the Sennheiser EW D or Sennheiser EWDX didn’t make it into this list
Thanks! And I wasn’t as familiar with those when I put this list together, but they would be on there for sure. I just haven’t used them and try to go based on my experience mostly
My band has been touring with the Sennhieser EW300 in ear monitor system for almost 12 years and it’s the only thing I recommend when people ask about wireless in ears. I tried using that super cheap Lekato IEM for another project and I was so spoiled by the EW300, the small amount of latency was too much for me to handle. 😂 It also cut out constantly wherever I was, so clearly it just wasn’t a good fit for the area I live in.
The last tour I was on, I actually used the Swift Audio wireless guitar unit the whole tour and only had problems one show which might not have even been the unit’s fault but rather the XLR out going to the stage snake from my rig. Luckily I always had a cable next to me in case problems arose, but I totally recommend those little dongles especially because of the 900mhz range vs the typical 2.5Ghz.
Great video, Scott. Keep up the good work!
Nice! Yeah man, that EW 300 is just absolutely rock solid!
Fantastic video! And your sentiments mirror my own pretty much exactly. I can tell you have extensive hands-on experience with the gear you're talking about, which (unfortunately) is pretty rare among RUclipsrs.
Thank you!
Thank you for your videos, Scott! So far you've helped me to find very nice cheap in-ear monitors, getting my stubborn band mates to mix their own in-ears (with Mixing station) and most importantly, build my compact In-ear rack. It is extremely hard to find objective knowledge about all of this so you are definitely on the right mission!
Awesome! Glad to hear that! And convincing stubborn band members is always an adventure! Lol
Its great to have someone who helps with all the gear. Hope to see you and your Wife again in Turks or anywhere else as CMA looking in to your pedal board options...Its very helpfull thanks
Hey man, good to hear from you, and thanks for watching. Glad you found it helpful, and hope to run into you again at some point! 🤘🤘🤘
I've got a 3 mic (or lapel) Sennheiser wireless system that I built with old G2 True Diversity receivers and an Antenna combiner. I either use the Licence exempt frequencies (863.100 MHz to 864.900 MHz) or the Duplex Gap frequencies (823 MHz to 832 MHz).
It's not got a wide range of frequencies to use, but it is still a Pro grade system and has amazing sound and reliability.
For IEM's I mainly use Wire in ears, but I do have a Gearformusic IEM (863.100 MHz to 864.900 MHz) and plan on getting 2 XVive U4 systems for 2 singers (or front of stage)
For musicians I mainly use DI boxes and Wired instruments, but I'm thinking of getting 2 XVive U2's for guitars (or musicians up front).
I have used the full range of all the gear mentioned here, and you can't go wrong with the ULXD or Sennheiser EW300 (or EW500 for microphones) systems, they are very reliable if you have the budget for it (it's why I bought cheap, used, limited gear that's reliable over new stuff that's maybe not as quality or reliable)
Great video as always Scott.
Thank you Jason! 🤘🤘
Very comprehensive overview from someone who tried most of these units. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
I'm using the Sennheiser XSW-D pedalboard set for guitar which is also really good like the one from shure. For IEM I have two Stereo wireless from LD systems (budget friendly) in a neat 9,5" rack. One is in 500 one in 800MHz, I had exactly the same thoughts: we're 5 in a band and the drummer has IEM with cable. I can run 2x IEM wireless and when the other guys decide to go wireless, they just need to buy two pocket receivers in the right range and we're fine. I also use the behringer X32 compact in our rehearsal space. There's still nothing similar in that price range
Replay!!! Very thorough video and lot all that was shared!!! Holy grail all the way. For iem, psm 900 is my choice. I’ve learned after going from SLX analog to UHF-R and now moving to Axient Digital, “buy once and never look back.”
Nice!! Great choices 🤘🤘
@@ScottUhlMusic Glad you feel that way! Bullet proof and mission critical were important to me no matter how big or small the experience. Will never look back after my experience over 10+ years with touring grade wireless.
I will totally vouch for the Xvive U4. I've been using mine for about a year now. I play bass and I stopped bringing an amp to most gigs and I use my in ears as a personal monitor. I think out of the hundred or so gigs I've done with my U4, I had interference once and I was able to simply switch channels to get rid of it. The only disclaimer I have to make is that I run the transmitter out of my pedal board and not the mixer so I can't comment on range.
That U4 has been super reliable. My wife loves it too when she does a gig that I’m not on. It’s extremely simple to use which is great
Perfect timing since I'm currently analyzing different wireless system options. And that GLXD+ rocks!!!
It’s a great system for sure! Glad that someone is going to get it and it will go to a good home!
@@ScottUhlMusic I hope it's me lol .... my guitar player uses it and is loving it.
Thanks for the review! I want to invest in my first IEM system - should I spend money on a mono-only system like the ptm 33 with 4 receivers right out the gate (and then upgrade to a stereo system later), or should I start and keep a stereo system like the PTM 10 and then get 4 belt pack receivers with that? Thanks!
PTM 10 for sure 👍
Always appreciate you sharing your experience with these devices!
Thanks Rick 🤘
Always informative, a great jumping off vid for decisions, Thankyou!
Thanks! That was my goal with this video. Glad it came across that way 🤘
Thank you for pointing me to this video, Scott. I've watched it several times, and I feel like now I have a much better idea of what will work best for my band and me. You're amazing!
Awesome! Glad to hear that 😊
Well done! I picked up a NUX B-7PSM with the CCA C12 IEM per your recomendation about 2 months ago. My 1st experience with IEM. Thanks for the cheat sheets!!
Nice! Glad you enjoyed them!
Do you have a video where you explain Sennheiser WSM in depth? how to use it, requirements, and so on?
I cant find any info about this topic, anywhere!
I want to look that up or Shure or Audio Technica one and do a video on them for sure!
Thankyou brother for going the extra mile to explain in depth with the different prices and quality. extremely helpful for sure. I'm just starting out my band Wake the Siren and this video helped me for a starter wireless for my Wolfgang 6 string to play shows. thank you brother!!!!!
Glad to help 🤘
Wow Scott! Great summary about all the wireless system you have researched. I really appreciate it.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Definitely the best channel for budget gear guys. I'm totally fine with plugging my bass I to my Helix but having and extra cable attached to me for in ears seems like a hazard. Not sure which wireless system im going to splurge on (or win hehe) but I need one soon
Hopefully this video helped you out to decide 🤘 thanks for watching!
Love the info. As someone who's been looking at more and more wireless options this has been a huge help I plan on referring back to as a resource moving forward. And I respect the hustle on the original music. Keep up the great work!
Thank you 🙏
Wow, excellent info on wireless systems. Great teaching format.
Thank you Scott.
I also think the difference between the Shure SLX-D and Sennheiser EW-100 max system count per band is due to digital vs analog transmission.
Yup, it definitely is! Thanks for watching and commenting 🤘🤘
I just bought the NUX C-5RC system. We'll see how that works for home/travel use.
still looking for the best wireless system for my bass guitar... thanks for your videos ,
I've used the Swiff/Lecato 500 Mhz for our wireless since you recommended them a couple years ago, and very few problems. I've also used the Shures and the A/T wireless, great gear. There's a reason the touring acts use them.
IEMs, Phenyx or Galaxy Audio.
I like the Galaxys a lot b/c they're great cost ratio and indestructible, and can get them fixed if you do break them in most pro PA shops.
As always, great explanation for non-pros, and good practical tips along the way.
Shure wireless mics, rugged as they come and they just work.
I need to look more into Galaxy Audio. I had a very cheap one as my first one, but I believe it wasn’t in a “legal” band
Really like your original production. Looking forward to hearing more and hopefully learning about how you do it
Thank you! I appreciate that 🤘🤘
I appreciate the thorough video!
I used a wireless Shure guitar system in my first touring band 15 years ago but haven’t messed with it much since.
I’m in a new, serious band and I’m in the middle of building our IEM rack based on your videos. This was perfect timing for when I dive back into my wireless guitar system. 🎉
Thanks, as always!
Awesome! Glad to help. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for a great the comprehensive guide to wireless. I went with a Shure PGX system for guitar. Works great!
Thanks! Glad it’s been working well for you!
Your videos are so informative. I recently have been binging your videos. I never realize how complex wireless system are.
Thanks! And it might be a bit complicated, but understanding just the basics of a few things is all you really need to know to get by 🤘
@@ScottUhlMusic Yes, and thank you for sharing your knowledge and creating useful content. 🙏 I was in the Army band for 4 years and now that I am recently separated and I have to buy personal gear. I definitely took for granted the very nice Sennheiser (IEM) and Shure wireless gear. Never knew how expensive they were. 😅 Because of your videos, I am more wiser and feel more confident on whatever my future purchases ends up being!
Perfect timing! I was just looking at the ATW-3255’s from your other video, it great to see they hold up against the competition.
Man, those are the ones I just recommend to everyone now! It’s so good
Great timing on the video. I'm currently researching wireless mics for my band's singer. I also have the Audio Technica ATW-3255 IEM system and love it! They offer a few wireless mic models in the 3000 line with a 60 MHz range. I'd love to see you post a review on that unit. Now on to your new song video. Fingers crossed for the Shure GLXD unit.
Yeah I definitely want to check out more AT stuff after how much I love the IEM system!
Nice video, you stayed focused on the topic and as much as you felt it was a long video it was very informative. Thank you.
Thanks! I shot 90 minutes of footage for this one and trimmed it down to 37 lol 😂
This was awesome. A nice thorough walk through the whole range of things. I sincerely appreciate it.
Thanks! I’m glad so many people found this helpful
Great video and may help in upgrading some wireless units we have! Rock on!!
Glad it was helpful! Nothing wrong with sticking with budget friendly stuff if it works for your band. Hopefully this video helped you make the right decision for your setup 🤘
Thanks for all your help! Love your videos as a gigging musician myself!
Thanks! Glad to help out fellow musicians 🤘
Your reviews and guides are awesome. I find them well done and useful.
Thank you 😊
Very helpful and informative video, Good job. This is the first time I see a pro level wireless mic recommendation.
Thanks! Glad to help. I'm really loving my Shure SLX-D System since I switched over to the dual one.
Thanks for all your videos. It was so helpful when buying our shure 900.
Nice! Glad to help!
Thanks for your reviews. I've purchased the GTRS guitar and phenyx pro IE monitors based on your reviews. My bass player has the phenyx pro guitar wireless because of your reviews as well.
Nice! Excellent choices!
Well done, Scott. I'm a little surprised you didn't mention the PSM900 IEMs. Basically, the highest quality (IMO) single unit Shure offers. Rock solid performance. For instrument wireless, I had to retire my beloved Line 6 G90. I moved to the GLXD+ rack system and it's rocked so far.
Thanks! I did mention it briefly in the high end category and why I recommended the sennheiser ew 300 instead. Same bandwidth but for like $500 cheaper. Sennheiser wins for me in that category 👍
@@ScottUhlMusic that must have been when the boss walked by.
@@KenCarver ??? I use both Shure and Sennheiser all the time. I'm not on either side. EW 300 has the same number of channels/bandwidth for $500 less than the PSM900. EW 300 is the better option imo.
@@ScottUhlMusicwhat I meant was this....I was eating lunch at my desk with your video going in one of my monitors. During that, my boss came up and ask me a question. I had to set my headphones down for a minute...I'm guessing that's when you mentioned the PSM900. That's all.
Ahhhhh I gotcha, that makes sense haha 😂
Thanks Scott--you're right on point.
This is very well put together! I got my eye on the audio technica iem!
Excellent choice!
I'm looking to upgrade my in-ear and appreciate the info!
Glad I could help!
Another great, informative video! I'm a Shure man myself but I just bought one of the cheap wireless instrument systems for my acoustic trio because of this video!!! And BTW, great new tune from Spiral Cell! Love the video and that gizmo you're using is awesome. Thanks for doin' what you do.
Thanks! And yeah, I always have my swiff audio with me as a backup even when I have my Shure or sennheiser with me.
And thanks for checking out Spiral Cell :) I really appreciate it!
Great video covering all the categories of wireless systems! Very good detail and recommendations for each categories, who they're best suited for, and explaining the pros and cons of each. I've got the older (now discontinued) Shure GLXD4R wireless guitar unit but actually find myself hard wiring more recently as it's been a struggle to get a good clear signal. Also found it causes some interference with my Sennheiser G4 IEM unit :(. Either need to split them in the rack or time to look for a different wireless guitar rig. The giveaway one would be a great addition! Thanks again Scott for all the time, effort, and details you put in each of your videos!
Thanks! And that’s crazy that the G4 would be giving you trouble. Always make sure to scan!
@@ScottUhlMusic odd thing is I always do that after we’re all set up and everything is powered on. Even scanned a couple times and it’s struggled. Get the poor garbled connection like my bass is underwater. Thought about taking it out of my smaller rack and placing elsewhere but then it’s more stuff to keep track of at the end of the night 😂
Great review, very informative Scott! Well done!
Thank you kindly!
Always informative!! Thanks
I feel like this is a video you've wanted to make since you started your channel. Great stuff. Here in the UK we need a license for UHF, principally 606-630MHz. My band runs Shure IEMs on that frequency range. However, 1.8GHz is also included in the license but there's hardly any gear in that frequency. Have you ever seen any? No reviews anywhere. Thanks! Keep up the great work!
Thanks! This video was definitely one I’ve been passionate about making for a while now…. And it took SOOOO long to edit hahaha. So I’m glad it’s out.
And no, I haven’t seen anything in 1.8Ghz. That’s interesting for sure! In the UK, it looks like you guys have even less frequency options than the US does!
@@ScottUhlMusic I think you're right, there's a lot of gear in the US market which isn't an option here. I think a cheap 1.8GHz Lekato style wireless would be a hit here. Thanks, fingers crossed on the giveaway!
What an outstanding video. The information you gave is excellent for someone like me who is just starting out in this business.
Thanks David! 🤘🤘 Glad to help man
Another banger video! Thank you for putting in the work to help fellow musicians!
Thank you! Glad to help!
Nice work on your original. The Erae reminds me of a big Roli block, really well done.
Thank you! I appreciate you checking it out. And yeah definitely, but much more programmable!
Always great content. Appreciate your take on all levels of gear.
I appreciate that!
Awesome as always, Scott
Thanks a bunch for sharing
Thanks for watching!
@@ScottUhlMusic
I always learn a lot from your videos, bro
Cheers
I'm still using my first Line6 G30 system from 2011 with all my bands, it works great during the years. Very interested to try the new Shure!
Nice! As long as you found a wireless that works for you, that’s the most important thing!
Another great video Scott, thanks! My band has made purchases based on your recos!
Glad to hear that! Thank you 🤘
Really great video. My bandmate wants to go wireless so I will pass this along to him to help him with his decision. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge. 🙏🏾
Nice! Thanks for sharing 🤘🤘