Wireless Mic recommendation

[Mike]

Hi everyone,

I am trying to get a couple of wireless microphones for some of my upcoming shoot, including TV series and feature films.

Any recommendations on these that doesn't break the bank?
What's everyone using?


Mike

[Alexis Hanawalt]

The Sennheiser G2 wireless sets are about $400 and do a darn good job.

[Tom Visser]

I also endorse the G2, just used a set on a reality shoot and was impressed with its performance. Lectrosonics is sort of THE standard, but pricey. G2 is I feel the next best alternative, with a real stress on value.

[bobaandy]

I have a Azden 325ULT set. Then run about $800. Dual channel, comes with lav mics. I've had some problems, that I don't know if they're my specific set or wireless mics in general, though. They will sometimes drop out (permanently, not just for a second or two) or broadcast a "farting" noise. So I would NOT recommend them.

[Stephen Pruitt]

Lectrosonics all the way. They make a low-end digital hybrid solution called the LMa series that just plain works like a charm. I have four transmitters running into a VR Field receiver unit and it's so simple and easy to use it is almost scary! As for lav mics, there are a lot of good choices, but it was recommended that we use the Sonotrim mics and we've been very, very happy with them. They cut very well with our Schoeps boom mics. I also have a couple of Countryman B6 mics and they are marvelous, as well.

[Mike]

Hi,

For the seinheiser wireless mic, which G2 model is it?
I am considering EW152, is this the G2 model you guys are referring to?

[Sound Sorcerer]

I've been a Lectrosonics user for the last seven years now... with a few features under my belt including a Sundance "official selection", and let me tell you, these are the finest radio systems you can get your hands on... and not only that; they'll hold their value for years to come. Put your money where your creativity is...
BTW, I'm NOT a Lectro dealer or employee.
:sorcerer:

[BradWright]

I've had extremely good results with the G2 EW100 series, as well. I haven't tested higher end systems, but I really like this one. There's a great punch to the sound of the lav mic with very little noise. I'm sure there's better systems out there, but this one is great value.

[Jeremy Wiles]

I sold my G2's and bought Lectrosonics. There's a world of difference. definitely worth every sacrificial penny of investment.

[Chosei Funahara]

Lectrosonics is the industry standard.