Our group is doing some re-organizing and we’re going to be looking to purchase four cordless mics for our vocalists. 

Please share your thoughts/experiences with what mics we might want to seriously consider… or avoid. 

We’re the typical SGQ… the 4 male parts… plus live band. 

Also, if you know someone who has “good” used mics that they no longer need… ask them to PM me.  Thanks… and Blessings to ya’.

HS

Hmmm - OK - Then let’s talk about something that you want to talk about.

H/S

Hello HS,

I’ve used the entry level Sennheiser EW100 handhelds and they are great! We bought them back about 4 years ago, since then they have come out with the upgraded G2 models. We never had any issues except for a period of time we encountered frequency related issues with the one condenser unit we had, but with so many other frequencies to choose from that it never was a big problem. The mic itself is metal and although it’s a bit heavy compared to others, they are very rugged and durable. Obviously you won’t go wrong with wireless units from Shure or Audio Technica that are in the same price range as the Sennheiser. I always go by the motto that you get what you pay for. The Sennheisers bought new are going to set you back between $400 and $500 for each mic. But for that you get a great mic! Don’t be fooled by the ultra cheap noname/knock off mics I’ve seen online or on ebay. I don’t know your budget, but if you were only planning to spend $100 to $200 for each mic - I’d stick with a nice corded version of the Sennheiser, Shure or Audio Technica. If you have the funds available wireless is the way to go. Keep us informed on your decision.

Blessings.....

My personal choice is a Shure 57

Great sound to it.

My favorite so far is the Shure Beta 87A.

It is hard to beat a shure beta 87 for wireless.

I loooooove my AT 5400.  It was a little more expensive than some others, but how much is satisfaction worth?

SHURE BETA 87!!

another vote for shure beta 87

sang in SGQ for years- used beta 87-- eventually tried a ton and ended up with Sennheiser Evolution prouducts e835, e845. Believe me if you a male singer especially the dynamic cut-thru, and oomph is way beyond the 87. And here’s something cool. Add an individual TC Helicon voice correct to it and TELL ME IF YOU’RE NOT BLOWN AWAY BY THE INCREDIBLE HI QUALITY RESONANCE, TONE, PITCH.  I’m not here to overdo it with helicon’s voice correct, but gosel singers everywhere should be looking at this item- stagewise.
Try it on each person- The warmth will make your “bass” smile, and the rest will love the incredible sound. Studio gear never made you sound this good!!! But by all means go try an 835, 845.- Amazing!!
God Bless-

lowRevelator - 30 December 2007 08:19 PM

I loooooove my AT 5400.  It was a little more expensive than some others, but how much is satisfaction worth?

Ditto.  We own 3 cordless AT condensors and they are awesome.  We did a side by side comparison of them vs the Sure Beta 87s and they rocked.

I agree with the reports on Sennheiser.  I’ve been using the e835 and have been very happy with it.  I borrowed an e865 and noticed a difference in the fullness and clarety of the sound.  I’m not sure that it would be enough for the average person to say, “WOW!  Listen to that!!” but esp. with my range (from lead to low bass), I certainly can tell the difference.  The e865 has the supercardioid pattern and is a condenser mic, not a dynamic mic, so the need for “phantom power” is required.  My wife & I sing SG duets and are about to “take it on the road.” The idea of wireless sounds great to me, so we’re going to try out the AKG WMS 40 Pro Dual wireless set-up ($349.00 for the pair).  I’ll try to keep you updated on what we think.  God bless!

I like the sure 87 betas.....but I LOVE the Sennheisers...I started out with 4 of the 845g2..now I think between the group, church, and personal I’ve bought a total of about 14 of them in 2 yrs. I’m with the previous post… not many people would notice the difference between the 835-865. Never had a frenquency problem that I couldn’t scan out of during setup, one of the sturdiest(can survive a 6 ft drop...oops), pilot signal to keep frequency dedicated so nothing else “sneaks in”.... just awesome.  Oh yeah, change sensitivity for minnie mouse sapranos or gang busting altos...and my favorite....LCD display of battery life and NAME!!!! on mic and reciever.... no more ugly colored tape!!!

Crisco - 11 February 2008 10:18 PM

I like the sure 87 betas.....but I LOVE the Sennheisers...I started out with 4 of the 845g2..now I think between the group, church, and personal I’ve bought a total of about 14 of them in 2 yrs. I’m with the previous post… not many people would notice the difference between the 835-865. Never had a frenquency problem that I couldn’t scan out of during setup, one of the sturdiest(can survive a 6 ft drop...oops), pilot signal to keep frequency dedicated so nothing else “sneaks in”.... just awesome.  Oh yeah, change sensitivity for minnie mouse sapranos or gang busting altos...and my favorite....LCD display of battery life and NAME!!!! on mic and reciever.... no more ugly colored tape!!!

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Sounds Great… I’m sold! Where is the best place to buy them?