Description
Fast, flexible and professional: these characteristics make the ew 112-p G3 the perfect fit for every ambitious reporting team seeking both portability and great sound quality. The nearly invisible clip-on omni-directional microphone transmits its signal via a bodypack transmitter with mute function and a portable, battery-powered adaptive-diversity receiver. The receiver and transmitter are lightweight and easy to operate, yet rugged and packed with features.
What's in the box?
(1) EK 100 G3 diversity receiver
(1) SK 100 G3 bodypack transmitter
(1) ME 2 clip-on microphone (omni-directional)
(1) CL 1 line output cable
(1) CL 100 XLR cable
(1) CA 2 camera adaptor
(4) AA batteries
Operating instructions
Features
- 42 MHz bandwidth: 1680 tunable UHF frequencies for interference-free reception
- Enhanced frequency bank system with up to 12 compatible frequencies
- Automatic frequency scan feature searches for available frequencies
- User-friendly menu operation with more control options
- Wide range of accessories adapts the system to any requirement
Customer Reviews
True diversity camera mount AA lav system, 42 Mhz coverageHMMWV
With the exodus from 700 mhz due to the FCC reallocation, Shure and Sennheiser are improving their next generation (this is a 3rd gen which arrived May-Jun 2010) systems to have more coverage and features. Here are the highlights:0- if you are looking for the cardioid pickup pattern version of this mic - the wireless parts are the same - you can read this review to get that info then click here to get the 172 microphone specifics (sennheiser just changes out the microphone) Sennheiser ew 112-p G3 Omni Lavalier Microphone Wireless System, CH B1 - Mic Attenuator - programmable 0 to -60dB in 3db steps covers a 1 million:1 range of input signals. That's more than the range from a guitar to line level.2 - frequencies - bands preprogrammed or user defined - plug in your clear channels to 25 khz3 - output Attenunator - programmable from +12 dBm line level to - 36 dBm by 6db steps (mic level to line level out)4 - output for 3.5mm TRS or 3 pin XLR male both included5 - "hidden" diversity antenna is the shield in the receiver output cable (in case you wonder where the 2nd antenna is! - graph shows which antenna is used.6 - cooperation with FCC in issuing new digital TV frequencies guarantees in 42 Mhz to find at least one 6 Mhz block of *FREE* space somewhere, and sennheiser supports this on their website to find your free space by zipcode.7 - mic and output cables both feature screwdown locks on the transmitter box to prevent tug-out8 - IR downlink sends receiver programming of clear channels to transmitter without user intervention.Read more ›
Works like a charm!Ali Nasseh
I got the B Band based on Sennheiser's available channels in my local area. You need to go to the Sennheiser website and look at the little link on the page. Then enter your zip code and get the list of available frequencies in your area... then you can choose if the A, B, or G channel is best for your local area. When I got mine, I just put the batteries in (included!) and then turned on the unit. It was already linked and ready to go... no interference and absolutely no problems... I'm in a metropolitan downtown with lots of wireless transmission... I have not yet had any problems with this unit. It's easy to maintain and the build quality is obviously professional. Excellent lav. microphone. I'm very happy with. I wish it was a little cheaper so I could buy a few... but I guess it is what it is... I had a cheaper Sony before and I now know the difference!
I want another!Moses
Works great, expensive but a good investment. A lot of folk I know use these for weddings. Quality is amazing and these are the best bands settings you'd want to get for the L.A. area. I just hope the FCC doesn't make these illegal soon...
so far so good, but line-in doesn't really workMartin
I just received this set of wireless microphone and I'm testing it with my Marrantz PDM 661.They seem great so far, but when you set the receiver's output to 12db, which is claimed it should work as a line-out (I've read is much better to connect anything as line-in intead of mic-in) I have to turn the gain all the way up in the Marrantz and the entry level is still very low, almost non usable. If I'm doing a bad set-up, please let me know...Other than that this set seems great. When connected as mic-in the level is great and sound quality in general seems very good. I use it for recording audio separetly while recording HD video with my Canon 2Ti.
Outstanding wireless mic setM. Garrison
I don't take time to review products unless they greatly exceed my hopes/expectations. The Sennheiser EW100 G3 is an outstanding, no-frills wireless mic set (transmitter and receiver). I already use a heavier Lectrosonics lav/clip-on transmitter and big receiver on my small Sony EX3 videocamera, but needed a smaller wireless set for use with my EX on my new Steadicam Pilot. I'm close to the payload limit of my Steadicam, so needed a lightweight receiver that would shoe mount on the top of the EX3. And as the Steadicam operator/cam operator on a low budget, I needed a simple, lightweight wireless receiver to get the on-camera talent's lavalier mic sound into the camera. The Sennheiser worked without any RF interference hiccups during a 9 hour shoot, and a 5 hour shoot the next day. Only had to change the 2 AA batteries on talent's waist-belt clip-on transmitter once. Excellent sound, frequency response and clean wireless transmission. I had my hands full worrying about operating and working with my gaffer on lighting requirements, and directing talent and each shot as well. Nice to have a wireless that just does exactly what it should when you don't have time to pay it any mind. I've had RF interference issues with more expensive wireless units, but the Sennheiser just excelled past all that. I popped a tiny earbud into my ear for monitoring from the camera's audio outputs and rested assured. At "only" half a grand, this mic set is very well priced. Highly recommended for lower budget productions ...and anyone who wants great wireless audio. Unit doesn't have XLR-out from the camera-top receiver unit, but that's really my only complaint. Saves weight, though, to use the provided 1/4" mini phono plug.
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