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== The Wireless Rack ==
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The rack unit has eight wireless receivers  
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* Eight channels in the rack go to the T8S.
 
* Eight channels in the rack go to the T8S.
 
*T8S outputs left and right go to T4S Aux 5/6 panned left and right
 
*T8S outputs left and right go to T4S Aux 5/6 panned left and right
 
*T4S ToneMatch outputs go to L1 Pro32s.
 
*T4S ToneMatch outputs go to L1 Pro32s.
 
* All inputs are panned hard left or hard right. Nothing is panned up the middle.
 
* All inputs are panned hard left or hard right. Nothing is panned up the middle.
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Details of the wireless rig.
 
Details of the wireless rig.
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== T8S and T4S ==
 
== T8S and T4S ==
I use the T8S for the wireless receivers and the T4S for extra connections (e.g., Host headset microphone using Sennheiser AVX system) or emergency wired connections.
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: Primarily for wireless receivers.
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: For additional connections, such as a host headset microphone using the Sennheiser AVX system or emergency wired connections.
  
 
=== Connections ===
 
=== Connections ===
The T8S Main Outputs Left and Right are connected to the T4S Aux Inputs 5/6 (panned hard left and hard right) using 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve balanced cables.
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:The T8S Main Outputs Left and Right connect to the T4S Aux Inputs 5/6 (panned hard left and right) using 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve balanced cables.
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:The T4S ToneMatch ports connect to two L1 Pro32 systems using 50-foot (15-meter) CAT-7 cables. These are heavy-duty, shielded Outdoor Cat 7 Ethernet Cables (26AWG), preferred for their durability on stage. Lighter-duty cables can also be used.
  
I connect the T4S ToneMatch ports to the L1 Pro32 system using 50-foot (15-meter) CAT-7 cables. These are Outdoor Cat 7 Ethernet Cables 26AWG Heavy-Duty Outdoor, shielded cables. I prefer these because they stand up better to stage use. Lighter duty cables could work too.
 
  
 
=== T8S Noise Gate ===
 
=== T8S Noise Gate ===
I use the T8S Comp/Gate | Noise Gate with an aggressive -35 dB threshold. This shuts down each microphone when no one is singing directly into it, minimizing feedback and stage bleed from open microphones.
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:The T8S Comp/Gate | Noise Gate is set with an aggressive -35 dB threshold. This setting shuts down each microphone when not in use, minimizing feedback and stage bleed from open microphones.
 
 
  
 
== The Microphones ==
 
== The Microphones ==
 
=== MMD 935 ===
 
=== MMD 935 ===
[[File:MMD 935.jpg|300 px|right]]
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[[File:MMD 935.jpg|thumb|MMD 935 Capsules]]
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:Sennheiser MM 935 capsules, the wireless version of the Evolution 935 microphones.
  
These are Sennheiser MM 935 capsules - the wireless version of the Evolution 935 microphones.
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;Pattern
Almost all my microphones are supercardioid or hypercardioid (e.g., the Sennheiser 965, Sennheiser MD 445, Neumann KMS 105).
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:Cardioid, suitable for less experienced vocalists who may not have the mic technique or discipline to stay on pattern for more directional microphones like supercardioid or hypercardioid (e.g., Sennheiser 965, Sennheiser MD 445, Neumann KMS 105).
  
The MMD 935 are cardioid, and I got them for less experienced vocalists who may not have the mic technique or discipline to stay on the mic as you need for the more directional microphones.
 
  
 
=== KK 205 and MM 445 ===
 
=== KK 205 and MM 445 ===
[[File:KK 205 MM 445.jpg|300 px|right]]
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[[File:KK 205 MM 445.jpg|thumb|MM 445 and KK 205 Capsules]]
I use the Neumann KK205 or Sennheiser MMD 445 for my vocals. The Neumann KK205 is for quieter gigs when I want an intimate feel. The KK 205 is the wireless capsule version of the wired Neumann KMS 105.
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The Sennheiser MMD 445 is better for loud shows, especially if there are backline amps or acoustic drums on the stage.
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;Neumann KK205
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:Used for quieter gigs to create an intimate feel. It is the wireless capsule version of the wired Neumann KMS 105.
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;Sennheiser MMD 445
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:Preferred for loud shows, especially with backline amps or acoustic drums on stage.
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== Other Wireless Receivers ==
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[[File:EW-DX SK.jpg|thumb|EW-DX SK bodypack transmitter]]
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;Usage
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:Depending on the number of microphones, the setup includes
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* 2 [https://www.sennheiser.com/en-us/catalog/products/wireless-systems/ew-dx-sk/ew-dx-sk-q1-9-509384 EW-DX SK] bodypack transmitters
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* 2 [https://www.sennheiser.com/en-us/catalog/products/wireless-systems/ew-d-sk/ew-d-sk-s1-7-508783 EW-D SK] bodypack transmitters
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:These are used for instrument inputs like guitars, basses, or keyboards.
  
  

Latest revision as of 00:21, 25 August 2024


The Wireless Rack Sennheiser Wireless Rack 1.jpg

The rack unit has eight wireless receivers

  • Eight channels in the rack go to the T8S.
  • T8S outputs left and right go to T4S Aux 5/6 panned left and right
  • T4S ToneMatch outputs go to L1 Pro32s.
  • All inputs are panned hard left or hard right. Nothing is panned up the middle.


Details of the wireless rig.

  • 4 x Sennheiser EW-D EM (single channel receivers = 4 channels)
  • 2 x Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 (dual receivers = 4 channels)
  • Sennheiser EW-ASA (antenna splitter)
  • Front panel antenna kit with 1/2 wave dipole antennas
  • To be added: Another antenna splitter and external antennas, but for now, this is performing exceedingly well

T8S and T4S

T8S
Primarily for wireless receivers.
T4S
For additional connections, such as a host headset microphone using the Sennheiser AVX system or emergency wired connections.

Connections

Main Outputs
The T8S Main Outputs Left and Right connect to the T4S Aux Inputs 5/6 (panned hard left and right) using 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve balanced cables.
The T4S ToneMatch ports connect to two L1 Pro32 systems using 50-foot (15-meter) CAT-7 cables. These are heavy-duty, shielded Outdoor Cat 7 Ethernet Cables (26AWG), preferred for their durability on stage. Lighter-duty cables can also be used.


T8S Noise Gate

Settings
The T8S Comp/Gate | Noise Gate is set with an aggressive -35 dB threshold. This setting shuts down each microphone when not in use, minimizing feedback and stage bleed from open microphones.

The Microphones

MMD 935

MMD 935 Capsules
Type
Sennheiser MM 935 capsules, the wireless version of the Evolution 935 microphones.
Pattern
Cardioid, suitable for less experienced vocalists who may not have the mic technique or discipline to stay on pattern for more directional microphones like supercardioid or hypercardioid (e.g., Sennheiser 965, Sennheiser MD 445, Neumann KMS 105).


KK 205 and MM 445

MM 445 and KK 205 Capsules
Neumann KK205
Used for quieter gigs to create an intimate feel. It is the wireless capsule version of the wired Neumann KMS 105.
Sennheiser MMD 445
Preferred for loud shows, especially with backline amps or acoustic drums on stage.

Other Wireless Receivers

EW-DX SK bodypack transmitter
Usage
Depending on the number of microphones, the setup includes
Purpose
These are used for instrument inputs like guitars, basses, or keyboards.