Just as consoles, system control and signal processing have made the switch to digital, wireless mics are also making the transition. And wireless audio is ideally suited for the digital domain, whether for packing more frequencies into smaller bandwidths, applying security encryption, or simply transmitting an unaltered digital stream. Looking at recent offerings, we found systems for nearly any application or budget. At the same time, don’t count out analog systems, which — in many situations — remain a viable alternative.
AKG DMS800
- Frequency Bands: 548.1-605.9 MHz; 614.1-697.9 MHz
- Transmitters: DPT bodypack; DHT handhelds
- Interchangeable HH Capsules: Yes
- Batteries/life: (2) AA; 6.5 hours
- Resolution: 24-bit, 44.1 kHz
- RF Output: 10 to 50 mW
- Audio Outs: XLR, 1/4” analog; Dante, AES/EBU digital
- Extras: Two-channel DSR800 receiver with HP filter, dbx comp/limiter
Audio-Technica System 10 PRO
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz
- Transmitters: ATW-T1001 bodypack; ATW-T1002 handheld; ATW-T1006 boundary mic; ATW-T1007 desk stand
- Interchangeable HH Capsules: No
- Batteries/Life: (2) AA; 7 hours
- Resolution: 24-bit, 48.1 kHz
- RF Output: 10mW
- Audio Outs: XLR or 1/4” analog
- Extras: Two-channel half-rack unit; receiver/antenna modules can mount up to 328’ away via Ethernet cable.
Beyerdynamic TG 1000
- Frequency Bands: 470-789 MHz
- Transmitters: TG 1000 handheld; TG 1000 beltpack
- Interchangeable HH Capsules? Yes
- Batteries/Life: (2) AA; 8 hours
- Resolution: 24-bit
- RF Output: 10, 50 mW
- Audio Outs: (2) XLR and TRS analog; Dante digital
- Extras: Dual-channel receiver; five interchangeable capsules available for handheld
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CAD Audio WX1000
- Frequency Bands: 510-570 MHz
- Transmitters: WX1000HH handheld; WX1000BP bodypack
- Interchangeable HH Capsules? No
- Batteries/Life: (2) AA; up to12 hours
- RF Output: 10 mW
- Audio Outs: 1/4” and XLR analog
- Extras: Includes rackmount ears and remote antenna mount
Lectrosonics D Squared
- Frequency Bands: 470-608 MHz
- Transmitters: DBu beltpack, DPR/DPR-A plug-ons, DHu handheld; also compatible with DBSM/DBSMD, DSW, Duet and Digital Hybrid Wireless
- Interchangeable HH Capsules? Yes
- Batteries/Life: (2) AA; 5 hours
- Resolution: 24-bit/48 kHz
- RF Output: 25 or 50 mW
- Audio Outs: (4) XLR analog, Dante, AES3 optional
- Extras: 4-channel DSQD half-rack receiver
Line 6 XD-V75
- Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz
- Transmitters: Numerous handheld and bodypacks
- Interchangeable HH Capsules? Yes
- Batteries/Life: (2) AA; 8 hours
- Resolution: 24-bit, 44.1 kHz
- RF Output: 3.3 mW or 10 mW
- Audio Outs: XLR and 1/4” analog; USB digital
- Extras: Onboard modeling of well-known mics
MIPRO ACT-800
- Frequency Bands: 480-960 MHz
- Transmitters: ACT-800H handheld; ACT-800T bodypack; TA-80 plug-on
- Interchangeable HH Capsules? Yes
- Batteries/Life: Rechargeable; 13 hours
- Resolution: 24-bit, 44.1 kHz
- RF Output: 10 or 50 mW
- Audio Outs: Analog, AES/EBU digital, Dante or AVB
- Extras: One, two or four channels in 1U chassis; RCS2.Net software for real-time network remote control and monitoring up to 64 channels
Sennheiser EW-DX
- Frequency Bands: 470-550 MHz; 520-607 MHz (USA)
- Transmitters: EW-DX SK bodypack, EW-DX SKM handheld & EW-DX TS tabletop
- Interchangeable HH Capsules? Yes
- Batteries/Life: Rechargeable; 12 hours
- Resolution: 24-bit/48k Hz
- RF Output: 10 mW
- Audio Outs: XLR/TRS analog; Dante optional
- Extras: Up to 134 simultaneous mic channels; 269 in Link Density mode
Shure GLX-D+
- Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz
- Transmitters: GLXD2+ Beta 58A handheld; GLXD1+ bodypack
- Interchangeable HH Capsules? No
- Batteries/Life: Rechargeable; 12-17 hours
- Resolution: 24-bit/48kHz
- RF Output: 10 mW
- Audio Outs: Mic/line switchable XLR; TRS line/instrument level
- Extras: Dual Band Wireless Technology can automatically switch between 2.4 and 5.8 GHz
Sony DWX Gen3
- Frequency Bands: 470-615 MHz
- Transmitters: ZTX-M02RC handheld or DWT-B03R bodypack
- Interchangeable HH Capsules? Yes
- Batteries/Life: 7 hours with Sony NP-BX1
- Resolution: 24-bit/48 kHz
- RF Output: 2/10/25 mW
- Audio Outs: (2) XLR analog, AES/EBU, Dante digital
- Extras: DWR-R03D DWX 2-channel receiver
Wisycom MRK16
- Frequency Bands: 470-663 MHz, 940-960 MHz
- Transmitters: MTP61 bodypack, MTH410 handheld
- Interchangeable HH Capsules: Yes
- Batteries/life: LBP61 or (2) AA; 10 hours
- Resolution: 24-bit, 48 kHz
- RF Output: MTP61, 10-100 mW; MTH410, 10-50 mW
- Audio Outs: 16 Dante (RJ-45); 16 analog (Tascam DB25); 16 AES (AES59 & AES72)
- Extras: Internal Multicoupling with multi-zone diversity coverage, RF over fiber opt.
