Wireless Microphone System

Wireless microphone system is a term used to describe a way in which you can transmit your voice through an input device such as a wireless handheld microphone, or headset microphone.This signal then goes to a wireless receiver which will then transmit the audio either to an amplifier or into a recording device, gaming console, computer, karaoke machine, or other device utilizing wireless microphone technology.

There are many applications for a wireless microphone system, for professional musicians, gaming enthusiasts, lecturers, amateur musicians recording at home, and even for spying and gathering information. The United States government and other agencies have famously been using this technology for many years to gain valuable Intel.

 

The majority of people looking for information on a wireless microphone system are using the technology either for personal or professional use. For the purpose of this article, I think it makes sense to go through the different applications for a wireless microphone system and describe how each system works. The first wireless microphone system we are going to explore is probably the most widely used, and that is for professional musicians playing on stages all over the world.

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Wireless microphone systems for performing musicians

Component number one – input device

There are basically three major components that make up an entire wireless microphone system. In order for it to be considered a wireless microphone system, it must contain the following three components. The first component is the input device. An input device accepts the audio signal from the voice, instrument, or whatever sound is the focus.

In certain situations the input device does not necessarily need to be a microphone. In the instance of a live rock band, a guitar or bass guitar could actually be considered input devices well.  Basically anything that generates sound and needs to be transmitted wirelessly is considered the input device. The input device then sends the signal to the second component of the wireless microphone system which is called a transmitter.

Component number two – transmitter

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The transmitter is a very important device in a wireless microphone system. This device actually converts the audio signal into a signal using radio waves. After the conversion of the signal happens, this transmitter then sends the signal wirelessly through an antenna. The antenna may not always be visible, or maybe extremely visible in some cases. Back before the technology was truly evolved these antennas were extremely big and silly looking.

Nowadays the antennas are very small and well concealed in most cases. How strong a signal is transmitted is dictated by the government. Any signal can generally travel from about 90 to 1100 feet, this is of course dependent on the situation in the room, or outdoors. Other radio waves, and whether can actually affect how effectively this transmitter can send the radio signal. Many things can effect the signal of a wireless microphone system.

Wireless Microphone System Components- Looking Deeper

There are two different kinds of transmitters in regards to wireless microphone systems in the context of musicians. One type is commonly called a belt pack transmitter, and also has been called a body pack transmitter. These type of transmitters are typically very small not much bigger than a cassette tape only a little thicker. These transmitters can be clipped on a belt, or concealed on instrument’s strap. For most of the handheld microphone applications, the transmitter is actually concealed in the chassis of the microphone itself is very convenient placement. In every single application, these transmitters need a battery in order to work. Generally your standard 9 V battery is what is necessary.

 

Component number three – the wireless receiver in the wireless microphone system

the wireless receivers only role is to grab the radio signal that is sent out from the wireless transmitter and transform it back into a usable signal in audio form. Once the receiver has transformed the sound to reusable mic level signal, it is ready for use just as a standard microphone that is plugged in would be. By the time the signal goes from the input device, through the transmitter, and through the receiver circuitry, is exactly the same as a signal put out by the plug-in microphone, except of course this time we are using a wireless microphone system.

Of course there may be some frequency issues, and slight sonic differences, but that is for a different article. There are two different ways that a wireless receiver can be set up. There are single antenna receivers which obviously use only one antenna and only one onboard tuner. These single antenna receivers are great in most applications. Single antenna receivers do have a reputation however, of having interruptions now and again if the person carrying the transmitter goes out of range of the receiver’s antenna. The actual radio waves that the transmitter sends out are somewhat directional in nature just like sound itself.

Wireless Microphone System- A word about diversity

Generally speaking, receivers that are called diversity receivers are much better in most uses. These diversity receivers have dual antennas which are placed away from each other and most times they also have completely separate tuners. Inside the circuitry of this diversity receiver, only one of these signals will be chosen to be output. This is not always true. With some manufacturers the receiver will combine the two signals and output them both. This is really effective because you basically have a 100% improvement in receiving the signal because at any given time one of the antennas is going to be getting a better signal and it will automatically be chosen. The majority of these wireless receivers need to have a standard AC power. There are exceptions but in the case of professional musicians it’s another cord you have to find an outlet for on stage! I know how much everyone loves that!

Wireless microphone system – putting it all together, how it actually works

In order for a wireless microphone system to function properly, the transmitter and receiver need to be set to the same radio channel. In the old days there was a knob on the front of these things that you would have to manually tune in order for this to work correctly. Nowadays a lot of the systems will have simple dip switches or digital readout that makes it much easier. For every performer that’s on the stage utilizing this technology, there must be a unique frequency. It is extremely important to make sure that all performers all have a dedicated frequency. It is a good idea if you’re getting set up with a wireless microphone system with your band that everybody just chooses one frequency and sticks with it. This way when you play shows you don’t have to argue about who uses what frequency it becomes second nature.

When everybody is playing their parts all of their signals are transmitted to their receivers and their receivers are outputting the audio to their amplifiers which then are generally being miked by the house system and piped to the front of house system and monitors. It’s just like the traditional wired set up, except he has the additional freedom to move wherever you want. Having a wireless microphone system for your band is a great way to scale things up and help cut down on the “pain in the ass factor” of so many quarter-inch cables and XLR cables getting tangled having to constantly re-solder.

Wireless microphone system for professional musicians – conclusion

If you’re a performing live band and your singer likes to get crazy and run around all over the place, a wireless microphone system is a must. And if your lead guitar player likes to get flamboyant, jump around and act like a lead guitar player a wireless microphone system is extremely convenient. The only person in the band that really doesn’t benefit from this is the drummer. The drummer can get some use out of it though, using a wireless in ear monitor to hear his vocal cues.
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Sabine True Mobility 2.4ghz Brochure download

True mobility wireless microphone systems by Sabine- informational brochure download PDF

 

This document is a brochure for the true mobility wireless microphone systems SWM 7000 series 2.4 GHz smart spectrum one and two channel systems.

This is a four-page pamphlet in PDF form that goes over all the specifications of what the system does and does not do. Some of the highlights that goes over his white 2.4 GHz is the best band to use, I can have seven simultaneous channels going, it goes a bit about the smart spectrum, and talks about the SPX feedbacks eliminator.

 

There are some very useful pictures and diagrams in the small pamphlet the talk about the ease-of-use of the system. Obviously the brochures designed to sell the system, but you can get some valuable information from this PDF just from reading it and learning a bit about how wireless microphone systems work. This little pamphlet goes into depth about Sabine software and how it integrates with their product line. Overall if you’re interested in a Sabine true mobility wireless microphone system you should download this PDF and take a look because this has some valuable information that you can use to help your purchase decision.

 

Download the true mobility wireless microphone systems brochure here.

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Radio Microphone: what you’ll love about them

The radio microphone also commonly referred to as a wireless microphone, is a cordless microphone that works in conjunction with a wireless microphone system to provide it’s user with the ability to move around and not be encumbered with microphone cording. Here will discuss how the radio microphone has gained such popularity and is a part of many people work and home lives.

Radio microphone: what you need to use with them

 

The radio microphone functions with the use of a wireless microphone system. The wireless microphone system consists of a transmitter, receiver and a microphone. The transmitter, also called a body-pack transmitter, is worn clipped onto the body where it transmits a signal that then picked up by the receiver. The Radio microphone can operate using infrared technology or by using radio frequencies.

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Radio Microphone

The radio microphones operates one either UHF, which stands for ultra-high frequency or VHF which stands for very high frequency. Both frequencies have their disadvantages. UHF can be pretty expensive, but provides more channels to operate on, giving you less of a chance for interference from other music equipment, or electronics like baby monitors. UHF also provides further range than that of VHF. VHF is more affordable, but offers fewer channels to operate on which increases the risk of interference. This risk is greatly increased is there are more than five other wireless electronics in close range.

Radio microphone: who uses them?

Radio microphones are used by musicians during live performances or during recordings. They are also used in theater, lecture halls, churches, schools, and are frequently used on TV during interviews, on talk’s shows and in the news. The radio microphone can also be used with gaming consoles such as XBOX, PS3 and Wii and for your PC.  You can also use the radio microphone for parties, BBQ’s or with karaoke. Many people own radio microphones to use at home for karaoke. By using a DVD player and a radio microphone, you’re all set to throw a karaoke bash.

Radio microphone: what’s out there?

Shure PGXD Radio microphones with super cardoid and optimized for lead vocals sell on guitarcenter.com for 499$ new

The Shure PGXD2 radio microphones with receiver for 459$ on guitarcenter.com

Shure has a great quality of more affordable radio microphones for affordable prices. Shure has radio microphones available starting at 60$ and it provides great sound.

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The AKG Perception radio microphone is featured on amazon.com for 189$

The Sennheiser radio microphone system with receiver, body-pack transmitter and microphone for 999$ on guitarcenter.com

The Audio Technica ATW series features a radio microphone with 2120a, handheld with body-pack transmitter for 249$ on Amazon.com

Various Radio microphones are sold at all music equipment stores. If you aren’t able to find the microphone you’re looking for, you can go online to a number of music equipment websites and find good deals. You can also purchase new or used radio microphones from amazon.com or the online auction eBay.

 

 

 

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Wireless Lapel Microphone:Discreet and sleek

The wireless lapel microphone is designed to give the user freedom to move around, without the confines of the corded microphone. Many people use the lapel microphone for work, personal use and applications such as stage performances and music productions. Here we will discuss the other uses for these wireless microphones, where you can get one and what makes them so great to use.

Wireless lapel microphone: what they are:

The wireless lapel microphone can be used at the office during meetings or video conferences, for voice recognition software or during speeches. The lapel microphones are commonly seen on television, by people on talk shows or interviews. News anchors commonly wear these as well. In stage productions, the wearer is able to cleverly and discreetly wear these microphones in costumes or under wigs or other props.  The wireless lapel microphone is also popular for home use. Recording music or PC use and gaming are some of the common applications.

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Wireless Lapel Microphone

Wireless lapel microphone: how they work

The wireless lapel microphone is usually clipped to the collar of a shirt or tie with the small cord that connects to the body-pack transmitter tucked away under clothing.  To use a wireless lapel microphone you’ll need to have a transmitter and a receiver.  There is a small built-in antenna inside the lapel mic, which sends signals to the body-pack transmitter, which it turns sends signals out to the receiver.  There is usually a distance of 60 feet up to 250 ft. Lapel users will have to be aware of what their parameters are or they could walk out of range rendering the microphone useless.

The wireless lapel microphone operates on two different radio frequencies. The ultra-high frequency referred to as UHF or very high frequency referred to as VHF. UHF is more expensive, due to its ability to operate on more channels than that of VHF as well as having further range.  Because of these differences UHF can be much more expensive than VHF.

VHF operates on fewer channels, increasing your chances of experiencing interference. If there are other wireless technologies operating in the VHF range, interference could disturb the wireless lapel microphones performance. VHF is much more affordable than UHF and be easily used if there are only a few other wireless technologies in use at the same time.

Wireless lapel microphone: Where can you get them?

Due to being such a popular microphone, you can get a lapel microphone at any electronics or music equipment store.  Some of the most popular manufacturers of the wireless lapel microphone are: AKG acoustics, Audio-Technica, Sennheiser, Shure, Sony and TRAM.

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Wireless Lapel Microphone

Each of these manufacturers carries wireless lapel microphones designed for professional use. They also sell wireless lapel microphones that are more affordable, yet still high quality.

You can also check on the internet at sites such as Amazon.com, where they sell both new and used electronic equipment for lower cost. As well as sites like EBay, where you can find the brand and model you want.

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Microphones for sale: where to find the best deals

There are many uses for microphones, whether it’s for business, home use, entertainment or serious music production. One of the confusing things about microphones does not know what kind you need for a specific application. If you’re a pro then you know what to look for, but most of us don’t have a solid idea about what requirements our microphones should have. Here we can discuss what to look for when trying to find a microphone for sale. Microphones for sale should be of high quality, durability and reliability. So read on to see what we can find.

Microphones for sale: what to look for

 

The microphones for sale you look at should be compatible with any other wireless components you intend to use them with, especially a wireless microphone system.

The microphones for sale should have a listing on the package of what type of system requirements there are.

There are a few different types of wireless technologies available, such as Bluetooth technology, radio, and infrared.

The mics for sale that use infrared are a line of sight technology, meaning you’ll need to keep the sensors visible to each other in order for your wireless microphone to work. This is the same technology used at home for your TV and TV remote; it’s how the two components communicate with each other.

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The other commonly used technology you’ll find when looking for mics for sale is the radio technology. You can purchase one of the microphones for sale that features either UHF (ultra high frequency) or VHF (very high frequency).

UHF is considered to provide a better quality to operate on, featuring many more channels, giving you a less chance of interference from other wireless microphones operating at the same time although, UHF is considered to be much more expensive.

VHF operates on fewer channels which could increase your chances of interference, especially if there are more than four or five wireless electronics in the vicinity.

Microphones for sale: who has the best brands?

When you’re on the search for a microphone for sale, the wireless microphone manufacturers that  feature the best microphones for sale are from brands like AKG, Sony, Audio Technica, Shure, Bose, Sennheiser, Vocopro, Atlas, galaxy audio, Nady and gem, each of these brands features wireless microphone sales on their websites.

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Microphones For Sale

 

Microphones for sale: where you can find them

You can purchase wireless microphones for sale at any electronic equipment store, or music equipment store. Even the typical family friendly department store will carry a few models of wireless microphones for sale.

One of the best places to shop for a wireless microphone for sale is the internet. You’ll have the option of purchasing one online directly from the manufacturer or you can look at websites like amazon or guitar center and see what microphones for sale they feature.  They sell both new and used products, so this is also a good way to save some money and still get mics for sale that are high quality. You can also look at online auction sites like eBay for even better deals on microphones for sale.

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Shure Microphone: Enjoy the quality

The Shure Company has been around for decades, and they’ve survived by producing some of the best wireless Shure mics in the business. There’s a lot of competition out there but somehow Shure mics are still some of the widely used microphones around.  Here we’ll talk about why Shure microphones are the best, which microphones are designed for music production, pleasure, and business. And we’ll also see where you can find the best deals for these innovative pieces of equipment.

Shure microphone: what they’re used for

Shure microphones specialize in every type of microphone. From the lapel microphone, designed to be worn discreetly for theater productions, interviews, small musical productions, to the handheld wireless microphones that are produced to record acoustic instruments, or provide high quality lead vocal sound, they have something for everyone.  If you need a headset for business conference calls, Shure makes one for that, or it can be used for voice recognition software on your personal computer. The Shure wireless microphones are also used for karaoke home entertainment, in lecture halls, at churches, weddings, BBQ’s and other public social functions.

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Shure Microphone

Shure microphone: What Shure microphones are available

The Shure SM7B studio microphone is preferred by sound engineers, because it provides a high quality sound as well as a reduction in background noise and durability.

The Shure pgx Shure microphone is a dynamic Shure mic that is easy to use and boasts a four star customer rating.

The Shure microphone SM58 is a vocal microphone that is tuned to accentuate the warm clarity in lead or back-up vocals. This is a cardoid Shure mic and designed for professional live music performance as well as studio quality performance.  These Shure mics have tailored vocal response for sound. This Shure mic model also has a highly effective built-in spherical filter that helps to minimize wind breath noise.

These are just a few examples of the diverse Shure mic line; visit their website to see the complete line selection.

Shure microphone: Where can you find the best deals?

 

Most music equipment stores carry Shure microphones, due to their popularity for durability and quality sound production. Some stores may not carry the model you need or want. In that event you can go online and purchase a Shure microphone straight off of the Shure mics website or from the guitar center website.

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Shure Microphone

If you’re looking for a more affordable place to purchase your Shure microphone, you can go to Amazon.com, a great website that sells new and used equipment. There are several smaller websites out there that sell music equipment at bargain prices and would be much cheaper to go through than the manufacturer. There is also the option of shopping around on eBay for a Shure mic. As always, be careful to only person your Shure microphone from a seller that has a good selling history with eBay and doesn’t have any strikes against them.

Now that you have found and purchased the best Shure microphone to suit your needs, there’s no stopping you from doing what you love 8-)

 

 

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Wireless Microphone Reviews: get the facts

Some people have more experience and knowledge than others when it comes to choosing a quality wireless microphone. For those that are new to these innovative pieces of technological equipment, it can be helpful for you’re to peruse the internet and read some wireless microphone reviews to find out the pro’s and con’s each manufacturer and model offer. Some models can be more expensive than others, and despite common belief, this does not always mean they’re superior in quality. So continue to read as I go over wireless microphone reviews to help educate you on the various technologies and to hopefully help your choices to be more informed and easier.

Wireless microphone reviews: who uses them?

 

Wireless microphones are used in several applications, from the aerobics instructor at the gym to your sister’s wedding; these devices are pretty much everywhere these days.  You can purchase a wireless microphone for home use, for such activities as karaoke, or BBQ’s, or maybe you need to find a quality sounds microphone for your sons up and coming band.  Before you do, find out what you should know so you’ll have a good idea about what to look for.

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Wireless Microphone Reviews

One of the first decisions you’ll need to make is what type of microphone wireless technology you’re going to want to use. This should greatly depend on what you’re getting the microphone for.

Wireless microphone reviews: what you need to know

 

Infrared is an affordable technology, and is best used for PC gaming, home karaoke, voice recognition software, basically, small operations around the house. I say this because infrared uses the line-of-sight technology that needs use to stay close by to operated effectively. Think of your TV remote that also uses the infrared technology to operate. When someone’s standing in front of the television your remote won’t work because it needs to be able to visually communicate with the sensor on the TV. That’s exactly how the infrared wireless microphones work. When reading wireless microphone reviews, people have commonly stated infrared is not a good technology to use for applications such as stage of live music, as the performers have to be too conscience of the line-of-sight restrictions.

There is also Bluetooth technology that operates on a low radio frequency, or there is radio frequency technology that operates on a much higher signal

Wireless microphone reviews show most people like to choose radio frequency for their wireless microphone systems.

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Wireless Microphone Reviews

If you’re reading up on the wireless microphone reviews, you’ll also notice that there is some debate over VHF and UHF. Vhf stand for Very high frequency, UHF stands for ultra-high frequency.  Wireless microphone reviews talks about the good and the bad featured with both frequencies, such as the more expensive cost of UHF and the very limited channels provided by VHF.

UHF does offer more channels to operate on, limiting possibilities of interference, is more expensive than VHF but also tends to have a much farther range than the VHF operated wireless microphone systems.

Some people from wireless microphone reviews feel that VHF is more affordable and can perform well without the chance of interference if there are a minimal amount of other wireless technologies in the vicinity, such as, less than five.

Whether you choose VHF or UHF will also depend on what your microphones intended use is.

Wireless microphone reviews: where to look?

 

According to wireless microphone reviews, Audio Technica has some great wireless microphones that are affordable and high quality. Shure, AKG are also manufacturers known to produce high quality wireless microphones and wireless microphone systems.

You can find their products at any electronics store or online at the manufacturer website or at other sites that are dedicated to selling quality music equipment.

Hopefully by reading some wireless microphone reviews, you now have a better idea as to what kind and brand to take a look at that suits your needs and can get the job done by proving you with a reliable microphone. Wireless microphone reviews can also help you discover any deals on wireless microphones such as the ones that were mentioned in the article.

 

 

 

 

 

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Wireless Microphone Headset:made for quality

The wireless microphone headset is used for its high quality sound and for its hands free capabilities.  These can be commonly seen in the home and workplace as well as in the entertainment industry, or even used by your aerobics instructor. These are handy high quality devices that play a role in several applications.  Here we will learn about which wireless microphone headset is right for you on your application of interest.

Wireless microphone headset: what they’re used for

 

Some types of the wireless headset microphone need to be used with a wireless microphone system in order to work. There are other types that work by USB.

The wireless microphone headset that is used with a microphone system is made up of three components: the wireless microphone headset, the body-pack transmitter and the receiver. There is a small built-in antenna located in the base of the wireless microphone headset. This communicates with the body-pack transmitter which communicates with the receiver.

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Wireless Microphone Headset


The types of wireless headset microphones that are used with a USB cord are used with your personal computer at home or work. These are used for video phone conference calls, used with voice over the internet protocol also commonly referred to as VOIP, for such programs as Yahoo messenger or SKYPE.

At home the wireless microphone headset can be used with your personal computer for VOIP conversation, recording music or even online gaming.

The USB can be pulled into the back of your computer, via USB port and will come with software that you’ll need to upload in order for your computer to be able to recognize and communicate with this device.

Wireless microphone headset: who has the best brands?

Shure, Bose, Sony, AKG, Audio Technica and Logitech all feature some high quality and still affordable wireless microphone headset models.  You can check out their websites online and see if the manufacturers offer any promotional deals or other product models that are only available for online purchases.  You can also shop around and compare with other smaller websites that specialize in selling electronic or music equipment.

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Wireless Microphone Headset

Wireless microphone headset: where can you get them?

 

You can get a wireless microphone headset in music equipment stores any electronics stores. Be sure to choose the right kind based on your needs. You most likely won’t find a model that is ideal for lead vocal in an electronics store, but you will find models that are ideal for gaming, lecturing, video conference calls and online gaming.

Another good place to look for the ideal wireless microphone headset is online. There are several music and electronic equipment websites out there and some of them feature some pretty amazing deals. Amazon.com is a great place to look as is eBay, because they feature both new and used electronic equipment. It’s a way to find the pair you really want, that’s still in good condition, at a reasonable cost.

Whatever type of wireless microphone headset you have in mind, you’ll find the kind you’re looking for online.

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Lavalier Mic: Featuring major sound quality

The Lavalier mic has been around for years and became big on television, used for interviews, news broadcast and stage productions. The Lavalier mic has changed throughout the years, once being a notice microphone clipped to a broadcasters tie or lapel; it has slimmed down and become the most discreet microphone in the business. Here we will learn who uses the Lavalier mic, what it has to offer and how you can use one.

Lavalier mic: who uses them?

The Lavalier microphone is not just used on TV for news and sports broadcasts or for interviews, it’s also used in some pretty common places as well. The Lavalier mic can be seen at churches during sermons or at the gym used by yoga instructors during a class. These wireless microphones are seen in colleges, or in places of business, during online video conferences of with the use of voice recognition software. They are also used by musicians for the ultimate hands free experience while performing and by theatre productions. They are highly ideal for plays as they can be discreetly hidden in costumes, wigs and other stage props.

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Lavalier Mic

The Lavalier mic has several uses, some of which can be done at home. Commonly used for online gaming or for recording music in the comfort of your own home, the Lavalier mic provides the user with high quality sound, low feedback and a number of possibilities.

Lavalier mic: what are some of the best brands?

Because they’ve been around for so long, almost every major electronic brand carries a model or two of the Lavalier mic.  Some of the best brands around that feature these microphones are: Shure, AKG, Sennheiser, Bose, Sony, Audio Technica and Logitech. Because these wireless microphones are utilized for so many different applications you should be mind of what you’re going to use your Lavalier microphone for before purchasing to get an idea of what brand is right for you.  If you’re planning on using a Lavalier mic for stage production of movie recording, you’ll want to purchase a more expensive model from such lines as Audi Technica or Shure. If your intentions are for at home use for such things as voice recognition software or even gaming on your PC, Logitech offers a really affordable line that provides high quality wireless microphones that won’t break the bank.

Lavalier mic: where can you get them?

Many of these electronics manufacturers sell their products straight from their website. If you purchase directly from the manufacturer, you may be able to partake in any online promotional deal they offer. You can also purchase the Lavalier mic from a number or online electronics retailers that usually have affordable rates. One of the most affordable options is to purchase one from sites like Amazon.com, guitarcenter.com or EBay. These websites feature a huge selection of new and used  Lavalier microphones  in good condition for discounted costs, so take a look if expense is a huge factor in what type of Lavalier mic you’re thinking of purchasing.

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Lavalier Mic

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Lapel Mic:find the right one at the right price

The lapel mic is a technology that’s been around for a while; however, over the years the technology changed and redefined itself, producing the world with the small, delicate and discreet looking lapel microphone we see today. No longer is it a bulky, model that can be sighted by the viewer watching a newscast, now it is a small easily hidden microphone that provides its user with high quality sound.  Here we’ll look at who uses the lapel mic, where you can get them and where you’ll find some affordable lapel mics without having to pay an arm and a leg.

Lapel mic: what are they used for?

 

The lapel microphone is very small and is clipped to the tie or collar of the user. The wires are small and discreet enough to be hidden in the clothing. There is also a transmitter body=pack that’s small and can be hidden away in a pocket of the user.   When used for theater productions the lapel mic is often hidden in under costumes and the wigs of the user, giving the production a more realistic feel.

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Lapel Mic


The lapel microphone is commonly seen on television, for talk shows, newscasts, interviews and even infomercials.  At work they’re used with personal computers to speak with customers, during video conferences, or even at meetings. Churches use them for public functions or during choir singing and sermons. Your gym instructor uses it for a hands free option while teaching a class. In larger classrooms in college, professors use them as well. At home these microphones are utilized for voice recognition software, recording music, and online gaming or chat-room conversations. Wherever your needs lie, there is a type of lapel mic to meet your needs.

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Lapel Mic

Lapel mic: who features the best models?

Because the lapel mic has been around for so many years, most brands will feature a model of the lapel mic, sometimes more. Some of the brands that can provide you with high quality lapel mics at affordable prices are: AKG, Shure, Logitech, Sony, Sennheiser, Bose and Audio Technica.

Some of these brands will deal in mainly the type of lapel mic that’s used for in-studio music recording, making them more expensive than others. Most can provide even the amateur with a high quality, yet affordable model of the lapel mic at a cost that won’t have you rethinking your purchase.

Lapel mic: where can you get one?

You can get the lapel microphone straight from the manufacturers online or in stores that sell electronics or music equipment.  Because these microphones have been around for so long and have a use in several different applications, you’ll be able to find a model or two in most of these stores.  By shopping online at either the manufacturer’s websites or small websites that specialize in microphone equipment, you’ll find a larger selection of lapel mics available. You can also check out sites that sell new and used equipment, such as amazon.com or guitarcenter.com.

Wherever you end up looking, you’re sure to find a lapel mic that’s affordable and will suit your needs.

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Posted by admin - January 1, 2012 at 3:07 am

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Cordless Microphone: finding the one that’s right for you

The cordless microphone has found a place in the home, on the stage and in our places of business. These electronic devices have a million uses and are designed to make any application they’re a part of more manageable for the user. Giving you more freedom to move around without the constraints of wires and long microphone cords, you can focus more on your performance of speech without the lingering concern of tripping over the cording at some point in your song and dance or presentation. Here we will discuss the benefits of the cordless microphone and how it can be of use to you, for whatever your intended use may be.

Cordless microphone: What type of model is right for you?

 

There is several style of the cordless microphone available. For those giving a live music performance, or even partaking in karaoke, these applications usually feature a handheld cordless microphone. For applications such as lectures, the user might use a lapel microphone or possibly a handheld.  Theater stage productions commonly use the lapel microphone, for its ability to be discreetly mounted under costumes and wigs.  If you aren’t certain about what type of technology is right for you, such as should you go with infrared or a radio technology, read further and I’; try to help your decision be a little easier to make.

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Cordless Microphone

Cordless microphone: what is the technology available?

 

The most common technologies used with cordless microphones are the infrared technology and radio technology. Infrared technology operates on line-of-sight. This means the user of the microphone will have to keep the sensor on the microphone visible to the receiver, so that they can communicate with each other.  The infrared technology is the same kin you can find in your home with any electronic piece of equipment that uses a remote control.  One sensor is located on the stereo; the other sensor is located on the remote. You can see the light blinking on the remote once you’re using it to change a station.   So the cordless microphone user would have to be aware of this during their speech or performance and this may cause some distress.

I recommend using the infrared technology more home based activities such as gaming or voice recognition software, even a home karaoke performance. When it comes to a public performance, it’s a safer bet to go with radio technology.

Radio technology has its up’s and downs, depending on the potential for interference. UHF offers a more minimal chance of interference, so if you’re putting on a production with five cordless microphones in the vicinity, operating with UHF will lessen your chances for interference.  If you’re using VHF, for big productions with five or more cordless microphones, there could be some interference issues. You get the idea.

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Cordless Microphone

Cordless microphone: Which brands carry the best lines?

 

Audio Technica and Shure have some of the most affordable cordless microphones that still provide you with high quality sound; AKG is another brand that you’ll want to check out, along with Logitech and Sennheiser. You can check out their products in most music equipment stores, like Guitar Center, or online straight from the manufacturer or other music equipment sites.

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