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Wireless Guitar System Roundup
Submitted by Alexander on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 05:21.
Tired of being tied to an amp? Get ready to free yourself from the hassles of cables with our Wireless Guitar System Roundup.
There are three types of wireless systems, the older wireless guitar systems run on VHF Radio frequencies ranging from 30MHz to 300MHz, these are no longer advisable. Most of what we featured are wireless guitar systems that use UHF TV frequencies, which range from 300Mhz to 3GHz, they provide wider range and have less disruptions. The latest trend in wireless technology is called Digital Wireless systems. These expensive wireless systems are gaining in popularity because of their interference free operation, tone transparency, and tone shaping capabilities, which makes them the best overall.
Unlike guitar cables where you can simply plug-in and play, take note that even the best wireless guitar system will fail if you do not set it up properly, or if you do not understand its specifications and limitations.
Line 6 Relay G50 Digital Wireless Guitar System
Line 6 is a relatively new comer to the wireless guitar scene, but their Relay series have already become one of the best dominating in terms of sales, with the G50 being the top seller. The G50 is lightweight, easy to use, and has a maximum range of 200 feet. What makes it stand out is its clear uncompressed signal. Other practical features that add to its benefit include battery life meter, sturdy built and quiet operation. As expected from Line 6, they added a nifty feature to emulate cable tone, complete with cable length selections. Check out the complete specs at Line 6.
Shure PGXD14 Digital Wireless Guitar System
The PGXD14 is Shure's top rated digital bass and guitar wireless system. What it lacks in features it makes up with its simple operation and its clean and strong 24-bit digital audio signal. True digital diversity technology is implemented for interference free audio transfer. Other practical features include power, mute and battery status indicators, 200 feet operating range, and its one-touch sync which automatically sets up the PGXD14 for best performance. Further details are available at Shure.
Nady MGT-16 UHF Wireless Instrument System
The Nady MGT-16 is a compact 16 channel UHF wireless system, and one of the best in this category, designed for bass and guitars. You get all the basic features of UHF wireless including 250 feet of range, auto sync infrared set up, and LED indicators for low battery, power and RF reception. Its main selling point is its small sized components. Just plug-in the small bug type transmitter to your guitar and enjoy a truly wireless guitar experience without any belt packs. Plus the stompbox sized receiver will easily fit in your pedalboard for seamless integration into your rig. Get more information from Nady.
Airline AG1 UHF Guitar Wireless System
The Airline UHF guitar wireless is specifically designed by Samson to be compact and guitar friendly. The receiver comes in a sturdy stompbox like configuration just like the Nady MGT-16. You can easily add it to your current set up without hassle. The Airline UHF system also comes with miniaturized transmitters that take the place of inconvenient body pack transmitters. It comes in two styles - AG1 for traditional jack inputs found on the bottom while AF1 is designed for Strat style, top mounted inputs. The Samson Airline series has all the basic controls including Squelch. Head over to Samson Tech for more information.
Sennheiser FreePort Instrument Wireless System
The Sennheiser FreePort is another popular UHF wireless guitar system. It is known for its durable build and for its clean signal. You get four UHF frequencies, and it employs diversity technology receivers that provide you with high reception quality. It comes with the usual body pack transmitter which sends out the signal to a rack style receiver. Other features include adjustable Squelch and has a built in dynamics processor. You will also like the slick and robust metal housing of the receiver. More information is available at Sennheiser USA.
Nady UHF-4 Guitar Wireless System
For budget conscious guitar players, the Nady UHF-4 is the top choice. At a little over $100, you get a fully functional UHF guitar wireless system that simply works. It has all the basic elements of a wireless system which include a range of 250 feet, Squelch control, Tone Key, LED indicators and decent battery life. For its price, you get wireless range and decent sound which would equal that of expensive wireless systems. The downside of the Nady UHF-4 however is its plastic build which looks and feels fragile. This wireless guitar system is a good affordable choice, you just have to take extra care in handling. Check out Nady for complete details.
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