ezbass Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 So, today at a rehearsal session, I had some fluctuations in volume level, a little crackling and an odd, occasional red LED; it appears that my old Samson Airline system is on the way out It seems the time has come for a new system (yes I still want to be wireless). What do you recommend and, almost more importantly, why do you recommend it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumnote Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I like the stageclix, Built like a brick outhouse, 2.4 MHz and can select channels so little chance of interfering with other users. Mains powered receiver, transmitter has its own rechargable battery which charges when plugged into receiver. I find if I leave it charging after set up and befor playing, it will charge fully, so no batteries or separate chargers to faf about with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbyrne Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Look at Smooth Hound. G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oopsdabassist Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Another thumbs up for smoothhound, our lead git liked mine so much he got his own, awesome kit and no bleedover with 2 units in close proximity...recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeponehandloose Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 line 6 g70. metal cased transmitter. receiver has built in tuner, di and you can plug a wired bass in and use it as an ab box. Gain adjustment to match inputs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 Thanks for these suggestions guys. I have to say that the Smooth Hound looks like the best 'like for like' replacement for my Samson, but keep those suggestions coming, together with your justifications. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPJ Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I've been using a Line 6 G50 for about six years. Never misses a beat, I get about three gigs out of a pair of Duracell's and the signal is solid as a rock. The G50 also has the metal transmitter pack, and mine has been dropped, swung from its cable etc and is still going strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobthedog Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Smooth hound for me too. Why? Because the Smooth Hound thread on this forum is fully people with nothing but praise for it and/or Chris the CEO's level of service. Price is also very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) Line 6 G55, for reasons stated by others above. Alternatively, and far more cheaply, I'm [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/303415-trantec-s45-uhf-wireless-with-rackmount-kit-price-drop-now-l60-posted/"]selling my Trantec S4.5[/url] for a knock-down price... Edited May 8, 2017 by Rich Wrong model number Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I use a Line 6 G55, which also has the [font="helvetica, arial, sans-serif"][color="#282828"]metal transmitter pack and very good battery life. [/color][/font] [font="helvetica, arial, sans-serif"][color="#282828"]The reason I chose the G55 over the G50 is that the little half rack receiver sits nicely on top of my little class D amp and I don't use a pedal board - the G50 is designed for pedal board mounting, I think? [/color][/font] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Yes, you're right -- I meant G55 too, not G50. Mine is rackmounted -- together with the rackmount kit it still worked out cheaper than the G90. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fretmeister Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I'm very happy with my Smooth Hound. Had it for about 14 months now with no problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrismuzz Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 [quote name='bumnote' timestamp='1494192592' post='3293967'] I like the stageclix, Built like a brick outhouse, 2.4 MHz and can select channels so little chance of interfering with other users. Mains powered receiver, transmitter has its own rechargable battery which charges when plugged into receiver. I find if I leave it charging after set up and befor playing, it will charge fully, so no batteries or separate chargers to faf about with [/quote] I have the Stageclix Jack and have been using it for 4 years, it's great. Apparently you get interference when using it with active basses but it works perfectly with my Tragic with its 18v pre-amp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beely Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 I've had the StageClix jack for a few years. Great performance and no interference, even with another two being used onstage, one for acoustic guitar, the other for electric. Our (former) fiddle player used the Smoothhound and I was also impressed by it, as was she. My preference for the StageClix has a lot to do with the "no batteries" set up. Very convenient. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Krow Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 Been on my radar to get a wireless set up, so this thread is very timely and helpful, thanks! The Smooth Hound at £149 seems to be coming in at less than half the price of the Line 6 G55 (£330) or the Stage Clix V4 (£379) and given the uniformly positive reviews from everyone seems like a great place to start... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumnote Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 [quote name='beely' timestamp='1494323859' post='3294928'] My preference for the StageClix has a lot to do with the "no batteries" set up. Very convenient. [/quote] Thats why I like the stageclix, never have to worry about spare batteries. With my old system I used to chuck the battery away after every gig, just to make sure I didnt die midway through the next gig. bought mine early 2012, never had a minutes problem. It is not cheap, but in my opinion, worth it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 One of the aspects I like about the Line 6 TBP12 transmitter (the metal one) is that its display shows the battery life in hours/mins, which is repeated by an LED bar-meter on the G55 receiver. I doubt that it's going to be accurate to the minute, but it does at least give you an idea whether or not the batteries will last the set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DangerDan Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 I really need to sort out a pedal board so i can get on the wireless train. My guitarist uses a line 6 g30. Seems about the only one within my price range! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 Incidentally, I'm not a fan of wireless packs that have non replaceable batteries... or not AAs for that matter! At least if you have forgotten to charge your wireless (last minute gig comes in or whatever) - you can quickly pop to pretty much any shop and pick up some AAs. Can't say that for AAAs... and you are out of luck if you have non replaceable batteries. The other thing about non replaceable batteries is the hassle of sorting them if it goes faulty or dies over time etc... For rechargeables, I use eneloops. Even if you charge them and leave them on the shelf for the year, they are still good to go. The only thing that I am really critical about, apart from the RF performance and sound quality, is the latency. Take that into account, especially if you are running digital desks and digital pedals... and especially inears. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bay Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 Another vote for the smooth hound, range is superb as is sound quality and lack of delay. Customer service was brilliant too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumnote Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 [quote name='EBS_freak' timestamp='1494347921' post='3295233'] Incidentally, I'm not a fan of wireless packs that have non replaceable batteries... or not AAs for that matter! At least if you have forgotten to charge your wireless (last minute gig comes in or whatever) - you can quickly pop to pretty much any shop and pick up some AAs. Can't say that for AAAs... and you are out of luck if you have non replaceable batteries. The other thing about non replaceable batteries is the hassle of sorting them if it goes faulty or dies over time etc... [/quote] The stageclix plugs into the receiver and charges from there. My stageclix has charge left from the last gig,I move my amp in place, plug in the cables and the stageclix on charge. Do the soundcheck, put the transmitter on charge while I wait to go on stage, and during the break. In 5 years ive never had a flat battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Krow Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 Well it seems that there is a massive (like half of all the responses) following in favour of Smooth Hound and it does appear to be easily the most competitively priced of the recommendations on this thread. Good enough for me! Order placed - looking forward to being a bassist unleashed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oopsdabassist Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 You won't be disappointed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Krow Posted May 11, 2017 Share Posted May 11, 2017 (edited) [attachment=245094:Smooth Hound.JPG] [quote name='Oopsdabassist' timestamp='1494400076' post='3295559'] You won't be disappointed! [/quote] Arrived today and I'm not! Doddle to set up. Comes with a free plectrum, what more could you ask for? 8MS latency - well apparently it takes my brain 0.17seconds to react to an audio stimulus which is 20 times slower, so I'm not surprised I can't notice anything Going to be a fun addition to the armoury. PS saved £6 on postage by going direct rather than via Amazon and arrived within 48 hours of putting the order in. Edited May 11, 2017 by Al Krow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted May 11, 2017 Author Share Posted May 11, 2017 I think I'll be going Smooth Hound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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