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I guess it's OK to change your opinoin midstream ... afterall, it is an opinion. Or maybe it has become informed, and it is a "more correct" statement. Whatever the circumstances, it is obvious that no one person has all the correct answers all the time. The shining light here is that all of us can be wrong at any given time & circumstance, and that we really are willing to give in to the truth when presented, no matter how destructive it is to our ego.

Wireless mics have inserted themselves as a staple of the industry of performing arts. Of course some of them are trash. And some of them are not. In this infancy of creation, they will be subjected to the most harsh criticism from those who wish to be responsible for their inevitable demise. However, it shall not come to pass. Wireless mics will eventually overcome the vast chasm pictured between them and past technology. What has been presented here is true ... Audio Technica wireless is a technology that has been based on proven technology, but lends itself to the "affordable" side of commerce. "Shure" technology is a more reliable source for proper sound reinforcement, but may be a little more expensive for the consumer. Whatever the case, it is up to the consumer to research the available knowlege and become educated as to the reality of the technology. Do your homework ... or forever be stupid.

There is no such thing as a good wireless mic under $300. Stick with Sennheiser or Shure if you want any quality.

I have found that Audio Techinca, Nady, Vocal Pro, Gemini are all garbage product that will not survive the abuse of karaoke.

spoken like a true philospher of nothing.

I've been using the above products for over eight years, and never had any problems... your posting is an INSULT to those of use that have spent the TIME to know what we're talking about!

kjbill,

I hope I can jump in here in time. I purchased the Audio Technica UHF system and I was not happy with it. They are a durable system and I love UHF rather than VHF but the problem I had with mine, and someone may have a solution, is that batteries die quickly. I had to change mine every night. Yes, I used the high quality alkaline stuff and not the dollar store batteries. Also after only 4 months it just died on me. It's getting fixed but I can't return it now. I have the new Nady UHF-10. It was about $179 and the batteries last weeks. Partly because it has a side switch to turn it off when I'm not talking or singing. The Audio Technica has it's switch on the bottom and makes it harder. I also use a Shure UHF wireless adapter that I can plug into any standard mic. Both of these have never let me down.

CJ

...Let's Party!

The audio technica uses 9v batteries as do uhf shure. The shure also needs a battery every night. Uhf Mic's  and 9 volt batteries are an expensive mix. I also have a set of the voco pro UHF3800 . Most people think Voco Pro is cheap crap.  But this set I get 10-20 shows out of a set of batteries. However it uses AA matteries which are 2500 Ma batteries. a 9 volt battery is only 170ma. can you understand why the difference compare 2500 to 170 and it should tell the tale.


As far as the audio technica, I have one of these also, I originally bought it with a handheld mic/transmitter. I really didnt like the sound/tone. I traded the transmitter for a belt pack transmitter so I could use it with my Guitar. I love the way it sounds now, and I also have a cable so I can connect my beta58 to it and now I am happy with the sound.

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Knightshow  I have the same Audio Technica mic.  I have tried a lot of cheap microphones which were VHF and some mics that weren't so cheap also VHF and by far that mike rocks.  Never have had any problems with it and the range is really good as well.  I am a DJ for our bowling centers here in Ohio and I also do karaoke.  We used to have a stage set up about 25 feet down the lane and I could walk pretty much the whole distance of the center 42 Lanes without even a hiccup.  So once again I agree with you on the mic you have and for anyone not wanting to pay $300 for a mic this is a GREAT CHOICE.

I currently am using a gemini wireless mic like the one  I posted except it has dual handheld. They have great coverage and not interference but they are so sensitve. Every little movement of the fingers or even the slittest sound out of your mouth is so lound. I sing in my church and they use shure sm58 they are great you can clap with them in your hands and get no sound and they dont pick up every lttle heavy s or p sound that comes out of your mouth. I am concidering buying a BETA 58A,and a SM58A the only thing is they are used and they dont have receivers. Three questions are they comparible to each other and how hard is it to find receivers and how much would as receiver cost?

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How do you like the Gemini??  I was considering gettin that for my singers by the end of the summer.

The coverage is great but they are way to sensitive. Pick up alot of sound from hand movement. I dont ever have interferecne but the sensitivity is to much for me.

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I got a used Shure UHF from a friend.  The two switches are definitely a problem... I'm going to put electrical tape over the switches next time so I can just see the battery lights.  Other than that, it performs phenomenally, with excellent feedback rejection.  I just have to give it a little treble, to balance out the sound with my wired mics.

Not to be a snob, but Radio Shack (or even Shure) microphones for under $50 are usually crap.  If you don't have golden ears it may be close to a real pro mic, but some singers will know the difference, and they probably aren't as durable.  I'm an admitted cheapskate Scot, but I don't cut corners on my microphones.

I just wish I could find a place with a good selection of mic stand clips of different shapes and sizes.  Drunk people can't figure out how to use anything but a tapered slide-in clip that fits perfectly.