synthaside Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 (edited) Hey folks The rhythm guitarist in the my aforementioned work Christmas party band has been bending my ear about going wireless. Mainly because he's brought a system and wants to move around like a loony While I'm in IT by trade , I've always been fairly analogue in my choice of kit does anyone have experience of the mid to lower end wireless kit Ala thomann specials [url="http://www.thomann.de/gb/cat.html?gf=wireless_for_guitar_bass&oa=pra"]http://www.thomann.d...tar_bass&oa=pra[/url] My concerns are .... does it have the low end response ? Im assuming the kits mainly for "Git-ars" ;-) any idea's or should i just bite the bullet and try one for Bass - Science ;-) i was needing a cable anyway synth Edited October 20, 2014 by synthaside Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damonjames Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 I have just made the jump after pickup up a used akg system. I have to say I am pleasantly surprised by the tone, it has changed slightly, but nothing that a very slight tweak of an eq can't sort out. Mines an Akg wms40, picked it up for £40, so not a big risk but it will be staying now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
synthaside Posted October 20, 2014 Author Share Posted October 20, 2014 .... didn't think that decent systems went that cheap on evilbay .... now we play the waiting game ... oh 'ive already been outbid.... not one of you lot is it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacey Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 The line 6 wifi ones are a crystal clear, miles ahead of anything else IMO and I have tried a fair few out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damonjames Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 I got mine of a Facebook gear page! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 (edited) I went wireless with Line 6s G-30 relay 5 years ago and I will tell you, even though I had been using chords for 50 years I'll never go back to using a chord. It's first in my pedal board chain, no antennas (right side), it's a clean addition. blue Edited October 20, 2014 by blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumnote Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 I have been wireless since the 80s and would never go back. The line6 is very good but I thought a bit flimsey around the cable area, I currently use a stageclix which is pretty bombproof and you dont have to worry about batteries as it recharges itself when not in use. Downside is on an active bass it sometimes needs an extension cable as it can amplify the preamp noise. FWIW I have an old Samson at home, this is quite suceptible to interference, particularly my pc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wooks79 Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 [quote name='spacey' timestamp='1413809232' post='2582109'] The line 6 wifi ones are a crystal clear, miles ahead of anything else IMO and I have tried a fair few out [/quote] This. So good I bought 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 [quote name='Wooks79' timestamp='1413842142' post='2582763'] This. So good I bought 2. [/quote] Nice! And a very good idea. I actually have one receiver, however I did buy 2 transmitters. Blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubit Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 I have heard the line 6 is a great piece of kit but was wondering, is it worth going for the G 50 or is the G30 good enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 [quote name='ubit' timestamp='1413865048' post='2582870'] I have heard the line 6 is a great piece of kit but was wondering, is it worth going for the G 50 or is the G30 good enough? [/quote] I have been gigging with the G-30 since 2009. Not one problem ever. Blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinnyman Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 [quote name='blue' timestamp='1413865655' post='2582873'] I have been gigging with the G-30 since 2009. Not one problem ever. Blue [/quote] +1 the g30 is brilliant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wooks79 Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 Aye, G30 does me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeystrange Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 [quote name='ubit' timestamp='1413865048' post='2582870'] I have heard the line 6 is a great piece of kit but was wondering, is it worth going for the G 50 or is the G30 good enough? [/quote] I have a G30 and our old guitarist had a G50. Construction-wise the 50 is maybe a bit sturdier but sound-wise I couldn't hear any difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaytonaRik Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 (edited) I've been using wireless systems for as long as I can remember - certainly 90's onwards. Guitar TX packs (currently using an old but perfectly usable AT 3110), mics, IEMS - the whole works! Anything to be rid of the dreaded tether between myself and the amp and a multitude of cables taped to the floor. Doesit change my tone? I've never been convinced that it does to any noticeable degree in a live band environment. Edited October 21, 2014 by DaytonaRik Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allighatt0r Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 G30 for me too. Perfect bit of kit (as long as you don't leave your mobile phone next to the receiver) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_the_bass Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 G30 is good, although there have been some reports of quality control issues. I went with the G50 while it is currently on offer everywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 (edited) Ive been using the cheaper AKG WMS systems for the past 11 years. Never had any issues with them but last year i got a Line6 G30. The extra clarity can be heard when close up to the amp, but not when the band are playing. it also lasts me about 3 gigs on one set of rechargeable, a bit longer than my old WMS40 system. We dont do huge gigs, and in fact i use them because the stages are so small its too easy to stand on my lead. Its also handy for me to go out front at sound check and sort the mix out. Edited October 21, 2014 by dave_bass5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lojo Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 I use a line6 G30 every now and then , no issues , but I do sometimes worry about it during a gig , and always use new batteries Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weststarx Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 I've got an Ashdown wireless system its not great but I never use it because I dont play many if any venues where I can move around anyway!! I'm usually stood on top of the drummer and whacking the guitarists with my headstock! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LemonCello Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 I use the Stageclix pack - no compander. High end at £400 but fantastic bit of kit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 [quote name='Weststarx' timestamp='1413901823' post='2583345'] I've got an Ashdown wireless system its not great but I never use it because I dont play many if any venues where I can move around anyway!! I'm usually stood on top of the drummer and whacking the guitarists with my headstock! [/quote] I play some of the smallest clubs in Milwaukee and I find not having a cord in small spaces is just as much a relief as playing on the large festival stages. Blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted October 21, 2014 Share Posted October 21, 2014 pssttt.... looks like they are back - even cheaper - http://www.thomann.de/gb/sony_dwz_b30gb_guitar_set.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Telebass Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 I've used a Samson system for years with no issues, but that Sony rig looks sweet for the money. IIRC, there was a lot of love for those? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 http://basschat.co.uk/topic/214429-wireless-systems-for-bass/ This may be a useful read Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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