[Callers] Headset mics, take two

Wed Sep 7 12:28:35 PDT 2016

I previously mentioned that I use an Audio Technica System 10, but in fact,
WE use three system 10s.  My wife Lynn and I, call duet singing calls with
two handhelds, and I often use the headset at ONS parties.  If one
receiver, or mic,dies, I can change the pairing as needed.  I can also use
all three at once if needed.   The system 10 automatically senses
interference and changes channels/frequencies when needed. I was having
problems with RF interference using my Carvin headset.

I also have a Energizer rapid charger that allows me to charge batteries on
the way, or at a gig, if needed.  It is quit convenient.

On Wed, Sep 7, 2016 at 11:13 AM, Sue C. Hulsether via Callers <
callers at lists.sharedweight.net> wrote:

> Kalia and others,
>
> I have been using an Audio-Technica wireless system for over 13 years.
> And I am very pleased with its performance.
> Whereas I don’t like a mic on my head, this works for me in gigs where I
> need my hands.  I have both a headset mic (with belt-pack) and a hand-held
> cordless mic that operate with the same receiver.  They just can’t be on at
> the same time.  I think the sound quality is better with the hand-held mic,
> but they are both great, and I have *rarely* had feedback issues with
> them.  The hand-held mic is very unidirectional, so does not cause feedback
> (unless I loan it to someone who holds it far from their mouth and steps
> right in front of the speaker).
>
> The Audio-Technica system I have is:  ATW 1451.  A quick check on their
> website makes it looks like this series is discontinued, but I’m guessing
> the 2000 series is the current equivalent. http://www.audio-technica.com/
> cms/wls_systems/6bc6d93a774d761d/index.html
>
> Re beltpack:  I have a comfy/loose belt that I wear around my waist so the
> beltpack does not need to clip on my clothing.  I keep the belt with the
> mic and receiver.
>
> Re the sturdiness:  I use this 6 hours a day, 10 + days per month.  I have
> replaced the mic/headset (but not the belt-pack) a few times in 13 years
> since the wire is small (also not bulky on me!) and eventually gets shorts
> in it.  My “local” sound shop can sometimes clip the cord and re-wire, but
> I find that I have to replace the headset (at $125) about every 18 months
> or so.
> I have never had to replace or fix the handheld unit, even after dropping
> it on a wood floor.
>
> Re batteries:  They both use AA batteries, and I have found some
> high-quality rechargeable batteries that I love (Powerex batteries and
> accompanying Maha/Powerex charger).
> One pair of AA batteries will last me about 10 hours of usage.  (My
> original AT used 9 volt batteries and would need a new battery about every
> 4 hours.)
>
> I also know others who have been happy with the SHURE wireless headset.
> The sound guys I go to say that the A-T is slightly better quality.
>
> sue
>
>
>
>
> *Sue Hulsether*
> shulsether at mac.com
>
> www.suehulsether.com
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>
>
>
>
> On Sep 5, 2016, at 10:12 PM, Kalia Kliban via Callers <
> callers at lists.sharedweight.net> wrote:
>
> I sent this last week but got a message from Dave Casserly telling me the
> message had been marked as spam, so I'm guessing it mostly disappeared into
> everyone's lint filter.  I've read the previous threads on headsets going
> back to 2014 and there aren't a lot of specifics. JoLaine, if you're
> reading this, I'd love to know what model you use. You mentioned that it
> was a Shure and that you loved it.  And Rich Sbardella mentioned last year
> that his Shure had been giving him trouble.  Rich, what model is yours, and
> are you happy with your replacement?
>
> Here's the mail from last week, to get those of you who didn't see it on
> the same page with those who did:
>
> Hi all
>
> I was just working a wedding gig and my old Samson headset mic crapped
> out.  If the piano player hadn't had hers along, I would have been in
> serious trouble.  Time for a new and more reliable headset mic.  I use my
> hands a LOT when I'm doing ONS gigs, so a handheld cordless isn't an option
> for me.
>
> I'd love recommendations from any of you about specific models to look
> at.  I'm planning to plow the funds from this wedding and some of my caller
> piggy bank into a new mic, so I want something that's really good quality.
> It doesn't have to be tiny and invisible, but it does need to be reliable
> and sturdy. If it doesn't have a belt pack that's a plus, but it seems like
> most of the good-quality headset mics have belt packs.  I'll deal with it
> if that's the best bet.  So, recommendations?
>
> For reference, the one I was working with was a Samson Airline 77, often
> referred to as the "aerobic instructor mic."  It had the transmitter on the
> headset, so there were no wires or belt pack, and it worked just fine for a
> long time until suddenly it didn't.  I would like to hear what folks are
> using who rely on a headset mic for their calling gigs.
>
> Kalia Kliban in Sebastopol, CA
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