Anyone have any experience with Sennheiser XSW 12 wireless mics? at DVinfo.net

Shaun Roemich · April 13th, 2013, 07:08 PM

Looking for a value option for live event (conference/convention) mics primarily for webcast, not necessarily for live sound reinforcement, for those times when I don't get a/there isn't board feed from the A/V company.

Sennheiser Canada Inc. - XSW 12

I haven't historically had much luck with the Evolution100 G2/G3 series (I take a lot of wireless hits) and want an AC powered rackmount receiver.

I hate the belt packs on the Shure systems (SLX/ULX) but I'd use them (with aftermarket lavs) if they are significantly better.

This is to have sitting on my shelf for last minute gigs where I don't have the luxury of making my way to the rental shop before a gig.

Thoughts?

Jay Massengill · April 14th, 2013, 07:06 AM

I use 5 of the Audio-Technica 4000 series belt-pack systems and they work well. However, they are around $1000 with a good lav element.

I also use 4 of the Audio-Technica 3000 series handheld systems that have performed well. The belt-pack version of the 3000 series is about $499 with a reasonably good stock AT831CW Lavalier Element.

John Willett · April 15th, 2013, 02:26 AM

The G3 have a mains powered rackmount unit. The XS series is a downmarket and cheaper unit compared to the G3.

Mario Vermunt · April 15th, 2013, 04:43 AM

I have been using the Sennheiser XSW solution both with belt pack transmitter (definitely needs a better lav!) and handheld mic.The set is replacing an EW set.The sound quality is quite comparable.The build quality is reasonable, but less than the EW series.

Rick Reineke · April 17th, 2013, 09:50 AM

I just saw this advertised in TV Tech mag:
MXL wireless audio system FR-500WK
Marshall Electronics - MXL FR-500WK Professional Portable Wireless Audio System
They don't offer much specification info, and based on the $399usd street price, I wouldn't expect much.

April 13th, 2013, 07:08 PM	#1
Shaun Roemich Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia (formerly Winnipeg, Manitoba) Canada Posts: 4,088	Anyone have any experience with Sennheiser XSW 12 wireless mics? Looking for a value option for live event (conference/convention) mics primarily for webcast, not necessarily for live sound reinforcement, for those times when I don't get a/there isn't board feed from the A/V company. Sennheiser Canada Inc. - XSW 12 I haven't historically had much luck with the Evolution100 G2/G3 series (I take a lot of wireless hits) and want an AC powered rackmount receiver. I hate the belt packs on the Shure systems (SLX/ULX) but I'd use them (with aftermarket lavs) if they are significantly better. This is to have sitting on my shelf for last minute gigs where I don't have the luxury of making my way to the rental shop before a gig. Thoughts? __________________ Shaun C. Roemich Road Dog Media - Vancouver, BC - Videographer - Webcaster www.roaddogmedia.ca Blog: http://roaddogmedia.wordpress.com/

April 14th, 2013, 07:06 AM	#2
Jay Massengill Trustee Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Burlington Posts: 1,976	Re: Anyone have any experience with Sennheiser XSW 12 wireless mics? I use 5 of the Audio-Technica 4000 series belt-pack systems and they work well. However, they are around $1000 with a good lav element. I also use 4 of the Audio-Technica 3000 series handheld systems that have performed well. The belt-pack version of the 3000 series is about $499 with a reasonably good stock AT831CW Lavalier Element.

April 15th, 2013, 02:26 AM	#3
John Willett Major Player Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Oxfordshire, UK Posts: 976	Re: Anyone have any experience with Sennheiser XSW 12 wireless mics? The G3 have a mains powered rackmount unit. The XS series is a downmarket and cheaper unit compared to the G3. __________________ John Willett - Sound-Link ProAudio and Circle Sound Services President: Fédération Internationale des Chasseurs de Sons

April 15th, 2013, 04:43 AM	#4
Mario Vermunt Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Rotterdam, the Netherlands Posts: 77	Re: Anyone have any experience with Sennheiser XSW 12 wireless mics? I have been using the Sennheiser XSW solution both with belt pack transmitter (definitely needs a better lav!) and handheld mic.The set is replacing an EW set.The sound quality is quite comparable.The build quality is reasonable, but less than the EW series.

April 17th, 2013, 09:50 AM	#5
Rick Reineke Inner Circle Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: New York Posts: 2,038	Re: Anyone have any experience with Sennheiser XSW 12 wireless mics? I just saw this advertised in TV Tech mag: MXL wireless audio system FR-500WK Marshall Electronics - MXL FR-500WK Professional Portable Wireless Audio System They don't offer much specification info, and based on the $399usd street price, I wouldn't expect much.