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John Dimasi · December 31st, 2003, 06:47 PM

Can someone tell me what type of wireless setup they use for the podium speaker at a wedding. Which works better, a handheld wireless on a mic stand near the speaker or a laviler mounted on the stem of the house mic or a some other location around the podium? The speaker cannot wear the wireless.

Rob Lohman · January 1st, 2004, 03:18 PM

I've moved the thread to the more approriate forum.

Don Bloom · January 1st, 2004, 03:31 PM

I've used both systems depending on the church I'm working in. I actually prefer to clip a lavalier to the gooseneck on the podium so this year thats what I'll be doing. The reason is no one really notices that so the chances of it being moved around are minimal.
Don

Oleg Kaizerman · January 1st, 2004, 03:54 PM

what do you do in sinagog under th hupa? ;-)

Don Bloom · January 1st, 2004, 09:10 PM

Gotta be honest-even though I'm Jewish I haven't shot a Jewish wedding in almost 3 years, and so far for 2004 I don't have any booked, no particular reason just how it happened to work out.
Don

John Dimasi · January 1st, 2004, 09:57 PM

Don,
What brand of wireless do you use and do you use omni directional lavalier or directional?

John

Don Bloom · January 2nd, 2004, 07:28 AM

I use 2 Azden 500UDR's with Sony ECM44 lavaliers.
I also have an Azden handheld wireless.

The only thing I don't like about the Azdens is the size of the receivers, they are kinda big but a LOT smaller than the old Shures I used to use for years until I got these.

Don

Matt Gettemeier · January 2nd, 2004, 10:08 AM

If your budget allows, you can't beat Lectrosonics... (Well, there are a few pricier choices... but not too many.)

I'd even STRONGLY recommend getting a Lectro system USED. There are always people who are scared to buy used, but this isn't like a ribbon mic... they are more like sledge hammers.

So far I've bought two Lectro systems used and I couldn't be happier. A year ago people told me how dissappointed I'd be with a non-diversity VHF system... sounds like I'm describing a cheapy don't it?

Well, I'd investigated the frequency blocks in my area and so far, knock on wood, I've never had anything but PERFECT sound. No hiss, pops, drop-outs... and the clarity is stunning.

Each system cost me between $500-$600... and I normally use a Tram... Use a Lectro with a Tram on that gooseneck and you won't believe what gets sent to your camera.

December 31st, 2003, 06:47 PM	#1
John Dimasi Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 51	wireless mic setups for weddings Can someone tell me what type of wireless setup they use for the podium speaker at a wedding. Which works better, a handheld wireless on a mic stand near the speaker or a laviler mounted on the stem of the house mic or a some other location around the podium? The speaker cannot wear the wireless.

January 1st, 2004, 03:18 PM	#2
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January 1st, 2004, 03:31 PM	#3
Don Bloom Inner Circle Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,609	I've used both systems depending on the church I'm working in. I actually prefer to clip a lavalier to the gooseneck on the podium so this year thats what I'll be doing. The reason is no one really notices that so the chances of it being moved around are minimal. Don

January 1st, 2004, 03:54 PM	#4
Oleg Kaizerman Major Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: israel Posts: 296	what do you do in sinagog under th hupa? ;-)

January 1st, 2004, 09:10 PM	#5
Don Bloom Inner Circle Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,609	Gotta be honest-even though I'm Jewish I haven't shot a Jewish wedding in almost 3 years, and so far for 2004 I don't have any booked, no particular reason just how it happened to work out. Don

January 1st, 2004, 09:57 PM	#6
John Dimasi Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 51	Don, What brand of wireless do you use and do you use omni directional lavalier or directional? John

January 2nd, 2004, 07:28 AM	#7
Don Bloom Inner Circle Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,609	I use 2 Azden 500UDR's with Sony ECM44 lavaliers. I also have an Azden handheld wireless. The only thing I don't like about the Azdens is the size of the receivers, they are kinda big but a LOT smaller than the old Shures I used to use for years until I got these. Don

January 2nd, 2004, 10:08 AM	#8
Matt Gettemeier Major Player Join Date: May 2003 Location: St. Louis, Missouri Posts: 936	If your budget allows, you can't beat Lectrosonics... (Well, there are a few pricier choices... but not too many.) I'd even STRONGLY recommend getting a Lectro system USED. There are always people who are scared to buy used, but this isn't like a ribbon mic... they are more like sledge hammers. So far I've bought two Lectro systems used and I couldn't be happier. A year ago people told me how dissappointed I'd be with a non-diversity VHF system... sounds like I'm describing a cheapy don't it? Well, I'd investigated the frequency blocks in my area and so far, knock on wood, I've never had anything but PERFECT sound. No hiss, pops, drop-outs... and the clarity is stunning. Each system cost me between $500-$600... and I normally use a Tram... Use a Lectro with a Tram on that gooseneck and you won't believe what gets sent to your camera.