lowdowner Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I seem to walk around on stage a lot, and it's not uncommon for me to catch myself about to yank my amp off the stack in my enthusiasm so I was wondering about wireless replacements for leads... Anyone on here got much experience with them and any comments? Do they affect the sound in any way? (I'd hate to sacrifice quality just so I can ponce about on stage pretending to be a rock god - as if!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I had one (AKG I think) when the band I was in consisted of very clumsy people, who wouldn`t notice that they`d trapped leads around themselves, and wouldn`t even notice when amps toppled over as a result. So I insisted we all got them. No noticeable detraction in sound quality at all. It`s great to have a stage uncluttered by wires. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowdowner Posted September 16, 2012 Author Share Posted September 16, 2012 [quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1347790377' post='1804899'] I had one (AKG I think) when the band I was in consisted of very clumsy people, who wouldn`t notice that they`d trapped leads around themselves, and wouldn`t even notice when amps toppled over as a result. So I insisted we all got them. No noticeable detraction in sound quality at all. It`s great to have a stage uncluttered by wires. [/quote] None of my other band members move an inch on stage funnily enough... so I don't get this (and they're completely anal about stepping on leads) - the clumsiness is all me I'm afraid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Wrap your cable around one of your speaker handles before plugging it into your amp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowdowner Posted September 16, 2012 Author Share Posted September 16, 2012 [quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1347791185' post='1804914'] Wrap your cable around one of your speaker handles before plugging it into your amp. [/quote] like it I've so much to learn! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Get a longer lead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebrig Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 [size=4][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]I have a Line6 Relay G30 wireless system and love it, makes no noticeable difference to the sound, always use it for gigs and found it very reliable.[/font][/size] [size=4][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]I tried it at the top of my 125 foot garden, and I could here it loud and clear in my house.[/font][/size] [font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Great for sound checking too, as I can walk out front and have a listen myself.[/font] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAlonBass Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 [quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1347791185' post='1804914'] Wrap your cable around one of your speaker handles before plugging it into your amp. [/quote] .....and your p*sshead of a vocalist (at the time) stumbles across the stage, tangling your cable round his legs, doesn't stop floundering, and pulls your stack over!. I bought an AKG wireless set-up (after I'd punched his lights out) joined another Band, and have had no problems since. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrismuzz Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 [quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1347791185' post='1804914'] Wrap your cable around one of your speaker handles before plugging it into your amp. [/quote] I use wireless from my bass to pedalboard, and a lead from the pedalboard to amp. I still do the cable wrapped round the speaker handles thing! I also duct tape the lead to the floor. You can never be too careful! To he OP, dont forget to wrap the lead around your strap button too! Prevents it being pulled out of your bass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blademan_98 Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I too am thinking of going wireless to be able to wander around. I have a 20m lead at the moment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LemonCello Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I use a stage clix pack and it's very good - no noticeable loss of sound and as someone said above great for sound checks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarnacleBob Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I always found battery life in the transmitter an issue but a few years since I used them. Perhaps the technology has moved on since then? BB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyfisher Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Funny how an expensive cable can apparently improve a sound but all that complicated wireless stuff apparently has no noticeable effect on the sound. I'd have thought the quality of the radio waves used would have made some difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Yeh, well I use gold-plated oxygen-free radio waves, OK? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyfisher Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Yep, that would surely sound pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacqueslemac Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I use one and love it. At our last gig I was able to wander out into the audience and greet a mate I hadn't seen for ages while also checking out our front of house sound. The guitarist won't use his as he reckons it pushes the gain up too much, but I don't notice that effect with mine. I use it for soundcheck anyway so could compensate if necessary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rogerstodge Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I use a curly lead and don't move about, that does me fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 [quote name='thebrig' timestamp='1347792638' post='1804932'][font=helvetica, arial, sans-serif]Great for sound checking too, as I can walk out front and have a listen myself.[/font][/quote] I'm tempted to get one just so I could do this - I'd be able to go to one of our gigs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 (edited) [quote name='lowdowner' timestamp='1347789735' post='1804889'] I seem to walk around on stage a lot, and it's not uncommon for me to catch myself about to yank my amp off the stack in my enthusiasm so I was wondering about wireless replacements for leads... Anyone on here got much experience with them and any comments? Do they affect the sound in any way? (I'd hate to sacrifice quality just so I can ponce about on stage pretending to be a rock god - as if!) [/quote] Line6 G30, one of the best bits of gear I ever bought. No signal compression like on old radio systems, these digital units are very very good. Freedom on stage, you'll wonder how you managed before! And it's a good thing to have when you want to hear what the band sounds like in front, as others said. Edited September 16, 2012 by mcnach Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcnach Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 [quote name='BarnacleBob' timestamp='1347797438' post='1805035'] I always found battery life in the transmitter an issue but a few years since I used them. Perhaps the technology has moved on since then? BB [/quote] over 8h on the G30, and very accurate battery level indicator. No problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulconnolly Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Still got my old Trantec system which works perfectly even after around 23 years. Get one they're really good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 So can someone recommend me a wireless system with a receiver that will fit into a 1U rack space with the output on the front where it needs to be to plug into the amp and a transmitter that comes with all the necessary parts as standard to fit it securely to my guitar strap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Horse Murphy Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I'm currently selling a Line 6 g50 with 2 transmitters. Its a wonderful bit of kit but I'm using a lead at the moment as we gig a lot sitting down. http://basschat.co.uk/topic/185798-for-sale-line-6-g50-wireless-system-with-extra-transmitter/page__p__1791232#entry1791232 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowdowner Posted September 16, 2012 Author Share Posted September 16, 2012 wow - thanks for all the comments - will try one out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dark Lord Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I don't move around that much - but I don't like to be tied down. I use a Samson Airline, swear by it and would not be without it - I'd buy another if it broke. Might even buy another one as a spare. [url="http://www.samsontech.com/samson/products/wireless-systems/airline/airline-ag1/"]http://www.samsontech.com/samson/products/wireless-systems/airline/airline-ag1/[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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