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5.8GHz digital IEM system vs other options?
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<blockquote data-quote="Steve Rolfe" data-source="post: 215106" data-attributes="member: 14714"><p>I'm an audio technician with a background in location recording, but I also play bass, mostly 5-string, in a variety of smaller, low end venues.</p><p></p><p>For the last 6 years, one of my main gigs has been at a house of worship that has a "silent stage" setup with 5 Sennheiser G3 UHF transmitters at the back of the hall. They're run panned in mono, sadly.</p><p></p><p>Sound quality is better than cheaper options I've tried, but still nothing like a good wired headphone amp. Also, reception has always been a bit on the edge, with intermittent interference.</p><p></p><p>In order to keep working during COVID, I've been ranging a bit further afield. I've always preferred an amp and wedges over IEM's, e-drums and no backline. But now that I've sampled both, I'm finding that while I love working with an amp and acoustic percussion again, I still need a good personal stereo IEM solution.</p><p></p><p>It also needs to be something that I can set up with minimal assistance from FOH- I'm not playing stadiums, and if I can grab a few feeds on stage, I'm way better off than begging for assistance from often untrained and overworked techs.</p><p></p><p>I'm finding that I can get back with just 4 feeds: </p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">1/4" lines from the DI through jacks for the keyboard and guitar.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">A FOH feed from a stage box or FOH.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The line out from my amp or DI through.</li> </ul><p>I feed them into a mini mixer that sits beside me, a bit of EQ and panning, and woila! </p><p></p><p>However, having my ear buds connected to an umbilical cord is a giant pain, especially in situations where there's a lot of movement on and off stage.</p><p></p><p>As always, I've got Cadillac tastes and a Volkswagen budget. I've noticed the buzz about MIPRO as a good budget solution. </p><p></p><p>I'm liking the look of the MI-909, and especially the new MI-58. I wouldn't touch a 2.4GHz system, but 5.8GHz seems like it might be just the ticket.</p><p></p><p>Because the transmitter is going to live with me on stage, range isn't my main concern. I just want a solid audio signal with good clarity and bandwidth, combined with reliable, plug-and-play connectivity. The extra channels and lack of competition for them on the 5.8GHz band seem really appealing.</p><p></p><p>Your comments and personal experience are welcome.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Steve Rolfe, post: 215106, member: 14714"] I'm an audio technician with a background in location recording, but I also play bass, mostly 5-string, in a variety of smaller, low end venues. For the last 6 years, one of my main gigs has been at a house of worship that has a "silent stage" setup with 5 Sennheiser G3 UHF transmitters at the back of the hall. They're run panned in mono, sadly. Sound quality is better than cheaper options I've tried, but still nothing like a good wired headphone amp. Also, reception has always been a bit on the edge, with intermittent interference. In order to keep working during COVID, I've been ranging a bit further afield. I've always preferred an amp and wedges over IEM's, e-drums and no backline. But now that I've sampled both, I'm finding that while I love working with an amp and acoustic percussion again, I still need a good personal stereo IEM solution. It also needs to be something that I can set up with minimal assistance from FOH- I'm not playing stadiums, and if I can grab a few feeds on stage, I'm way better off than begging for assistance from often untrained and overworked techs. I'm finding that I can get back with just 4 feeds: [LIST] [*]1/4" lines from the DI through jacks for the keyboard and guitar. [*]A FOH feed from a stage box or FOH. [*]The line out from my amp or DI through. [/LIST] I feed them into a mini mixer that sits beside me, a bit of EQ and panning, and woila! However, having my ear buds connected to an umbilical cord is a giant pain, especially in situations where there's a lot of movement on and off stage. As always, I've got Cadillac tastes and a Volkswagen budget. I've noticed the buzz about MIPRO as a good budget solution. I'm liking the look of the MI-909, and especially the new MI-58. I wouldn't touch a 2.4GHz system, but 5.8GHz seems like it might be just the ticket. Because the transmitter is going to live with me on stage, range isn't my main concern. I just want a solid audio signal with good clarity and bandwidth, combined with reliable, plug-and-play connectivity. The extra channels and lack of competition for them on the 5.8GHz band seem really appealing. Your comments and personal experience are welcome. [/QUOTE]
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