[fusion1]

Hearing there are issues with the AMT Wi5 transmitters and the new builds of these models with different receivers. What else is out there that works reliably?

 

[JCBigler]

You want the best? Sennheiser EM 2000 with SK 2000 XP body pack transmitter and DPA 4099 (be sure to get the Lemo 3-pin connector).

 

[reedsburn62]

AMT with Shure

 

[Jazzaferri]

DPA mic is a sweet mic IMO

 

[fusion1]

Does the Shure have that little remote bug thing where instead of a beltpack it is a little remote pack that clips on the sax itself and it looks like a little mouse? That I would prefer as then I still don't want to feel tethered to my sax via cable which to me is still not completely wireless. Here is a picture of the AKG Guitar Bug, and I'm sure the AMT system had a similar wireless clip on sax transmitter.

 

[daviderato]

fusion1,

What have been the known issues with the Wi5? Are they swapping out receivers? I purchased the Wi5 this past June and haven't really had any issues with it. Except changing channels on the transmitter pack sucks (thankfully not something I've ever had to do), and having a low battery will sometimes screw with the sound system. I'm with you on going pack-less. My last wireless system was the previous model, AMT Roam 1 Elite and the only reason I upgraded was because of the US 700mgz ban. I really should sell that on here to someone in a country who doesn't have that restriction.


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[RandyJ]

Any of the major brands are fine and more than capable of putting out a great front sound....it all comes down to the equipment it's being run through and the expertise of the sound tech.

 

[fusion1]

Daviderato I think it was the Roam 1 Elite I think I remember reading that was discontinued for an inferior design of whatever they use now. Did the Roam 1 Elite have that tiny clip on wireless transmitter like the AKG Guitar Bug I pictured? Is the newer AMT wireless transmitter back to being a belt pack?

 

[fusion1]

I just read in another thread in this subforum about the Samson Airline 77 which does have the little clip on bug thing. Apparently it is the same mic and transmitter used on the older Roam 1 systems according to one post I read. Why isn't that type of transmitter a standard especially for woodwinds. Isn't the whole purpose of being wireless, to be COMPLETELY free of wires? Still carrying around a beltpack is sort of a half assed wireless stop gap in my view. I also noticed there are 5 or 6 different frequencies to choose from. What does it matter or is one more or less a standard for some reason or another?

 

[MartinMusicMan]

I love my Samson Airline 77. I've had it for over 10 years. No belt pack. No cord. No nothin. Completely wireless.

The issue with transmitters in the US:
"If your wireless microphone ... operates in frequencies between 698 and 806 MHz (the 700 MHz Band), you must have stopped using it by June 12, 2010. "
http://www.fcc.gov/guides/wireless-microphone-faqs

 

[DTExpress]

Fusion,
I know this isn't answering your question, and I am not a shill for AMT but I have used a Wi-5 week in week out for over 3 years and it's been terrific. As daviderato pointed out a low battery will cause some sound issues as I learned midway through my second gig with it so I just install a new battery before each use.

 

[daviderato]

Both the Roam 1 and Wi5 are pack-less, and I totally agree with you, it's the way to go especially if you're switching horns. I actually prefer the design of the Roam 1 over the Wi5. It was packaged better, the clip was a little more compact as is the receiver (though it makes sense with Wi5 has a bigger receiver as it covers more channels, and I'm sure reception is much better). I found nothing wrong with the Roam 1, and I do believe it was replaced in the product line by the Wi5 in response to the FCC 700 MHz ban.

 

[fusion1]

Thanks for that Martin Music Man. I have to wonder though, if say you bought your wireless unit prior to June 2010, did the manufacturers buy back or give you a free upgrade to the non 700 mHz band transmitter/receiver? I would have been totally livid if I bought a wireless unit say April 2010 and then by June I have a freaking boat anchor that I just pissed away $500+ on.

 

[fusion1]

One problem I have an issue with is the Wi5 mounting. It looks clunky and cumbersome compared to a typical clip-on mic. Is there any reason they went through the trouble of making a screw on clamp style mount instead of a more simple clip on attachment? One small glitch like that would keep me from ever buying the AMT Wi5. The Samson Airline 77 is looking like a better option to me for now especially under $300 for mic, receiver and transmitter, all being completely wireless!

 

[fusion1]

Amazon has the Samson 77 N1 for $224 while the N2-N4 frequencies are full price of $299. Is there some reason why buying the N1 @ $224 would be a mistake over the N2/N3/N4 models?

 

[fusion1]

Also since I play guitar as well, can I buy the guitar AG1 or AF1 wireless transmitter separately and just use the same CR77 receiver for both when I switch instruments? I don't want to have to buy two separate wireless systems just for switching instruments. If they are both wired for N1 frequencies I can't see why this wouldn't work.

 

[MartinMusicMan]

As daviderato pointed out a low battery will cause some sound issues as I learned midway through my second gig with it so I just install a new battery before each use.

The battery on my Airline would usually last 2-3 gigs so I always carried an extra. Of course, the battery would always fail at the worst possible time so I got rechargeable batteries and always start with a fresh battery and keep a spare in my case.

I have to wonder though, if say you bought your wireless unit prior to June 2010, did the manufacturers buy back or give you a free upgrade to the non 700 mHz band transmitter/receiver? I would have been totally livid if I bought a wireless unit say April 2010 and then by June I have a freaking boat anchor that I just pissed away $500+ on.

Well, seeing as I bought mine over 10 years ago, I didn't have that problem. I think they changed over the transmitter well before the drop dead date. I'm not saying whether I'm transmitting legally or not.

 

[Stephen Howard]

Never had any real issues with my Roam Elite. As pointed out, changing the battery per gig is well worth it, whether it needs it or not (and I've got shedloads of other stuff that can make use of the redundant batteries).
Only problem I ever had was getting some interference through the PA on one gig - and that turned out to be due to putting the receiver right on top of a load of generator feed cables.

Regards,

 

[fusion1]

^^^ Roam 1 in the US is discontinued though. 700mHz banned by FCC June 2010. Anyone using it still now is using it at their own risk. I;d hate getting a felony charge for playing music especially if you are doing a charity gig or in front of a Church worship session. THAT would be embarrassing getting hauled off to jail in those circumstances. I will err on the side of caution here and suggest the same from anyone else willing to risk living on the edge.

 

[saxkai]

I use the amt Wi5 over a year now and could'nt be happier. Sound is excellent and it's so easy to handle. I never had problems with feedback etc. even in difficult situations.