Shure PG1288/PG185 Vocal/Lavalier Combo Wireless System

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For flexibility in your spoken word presentations, look to the Shure PG1288/PG185 handheld/lavalier wireless combo system.

A comprehensive first step into professional wireless, Performance Gear Wireless Systems are engineered to the same uncompromising quality standards as PGX, SLX, ULX and UHF-R wireless. Marrying superior sound quality and stage-proven endurance with advanced features like Internal Antenna Diversity and frequency selectability, Performance Gear Wireless fulfils the promise of independent, confident performance in freedom from the wire.

Features:

- Reliable wireless performance
- Up to 8 compatible systems (across multiple bands)
- Shure's patented Predictive Diversity ensures continuous reception
- Confident, portable setup
- Internal Antenna
- First in the industry
- Internal 1/4 wave antennas minimize poor positioning and breakage
- Durable construction
- Superior sound quality
- Variable companding ratio for clear sound
- 80 years of microphone expertise

PG185 Condenser Lavalier Microphone

- Clothing clip for secure placement
- Acoustic windscreen minimizes wind noise in outdoor applications

PG2 Handheld Transmitter

- Power, mute and battery status LED
- Power and mute switch
- 9V battery (included) provides 8 hours of battery life
- 75m (250 ft.) operating range
- PG88 Dual Receiver
- Internal Antenna Diversity
- Dual receiver with up to 10 selectable channels per side
- 4 compatible dual receivers
- 1/4 in. and XLR output

PG1 Bodypack Transmitter

- Power, mute and battery status LED
- Power and mute switch
- 9V battery (included) provides 8 hours of battery read more life
- 75m (250 ft.) operating range

Consumer Alert
Most users do not need a license to operate this wireless microphone system. Nevertheless, operating this microphone system without a license is subject to certain restrictions: the system may not cause harmful interference; it must operate at a low power level (not in excess of 50 milliwatts); and it has no protection from interference received from any other device. Purchasers should also be aware that the FCC is currently evaluating use of wireless microphone systems, and these rules are subject to change. For more information, call the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (TTY: 1-888-TELL-FCC) or visit the FCC's wireless microphone website at www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones

NOTE: None of the wireless systems we carry are capable of violating the FCC guidelines stated above. We are presenting this information as a matter of legally required disclosure.
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System
- Working Range: 75m (250 ft.) Note: actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection, and interference.
- Audio Channel Response: Minimum: 45 Hz. Maximum: 15 kHz (overall system channel depends on microphone element).
- Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.5%, typical Ref. +/- 33 kHz deviation, 1 kHz tone
- Dynamic Range: >100 dB A-weighted, typical
- Operating Temperature Range: -18 degreesC (0 degreesF) to +57 degreesC (+135 degreesF) Note: battery characteristics may limit this range
- Transmitter Audio Polarity: Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm (or positive voltage to tip of WA302 phone plug) produces positive voltage on pin 2 (with respect to pin 3 of low impedance output) and the tip of the high impedance 1/4-inch output.

PG1 Bodypack Transmitter
- Audio Input Level: -10 dBV maximum at "mic" gain position +10 dBV maximum at 0dB gain position +20 dBV maximum at -10dB gain position
- Gain Adjustment Range: 30 dB
- Input Impedance: 1M ohm
- RF Transmitter Output: 10 mW typical (dependent on applicable country regulations)
- Dimensions: 110 mm H x 64 mm W x 21 mm D (4.3 x 2.5 x 0.8 in.)
- Weight: 75 grams (2.6 oz.) without battery
- Housing: Molded ABS
- Power Requirements: One 9V alkaline or rechargeable battery
- Battery Life: >8 hours (alkaline)

PG2 Handheld Transmitter
- Audio Input Level: +2 dBV maximum at -10dB position -8 dBV maximum at 0dB position
- Gain Adjustment Range: 10dB
- RF Transmitter Output: 10 mW typical (dependent on applicable country regulations)
- Dimensions: 223.52 L x 53.34 Dia. (8.8 in. x 2.10 in.)
- Weight: 218 grams (7.7 oz.) without battery
- Housing: Molded ABS handle and battery cup
- Power Requirements: One 9V alkaline or rechargeable battery
- Battery Life: >8 hours (alkaline)

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-516-2525
Email: service@shure.com

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. (18 ratings)
Submitted June 24, 2009 by a customer from tiscali.co.uk

"big mic for small money"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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happy with what ive got.battery could last longer though.....still very pleased with my mic.....would purchase the same again
Sound
was worried when i bought it....wasnt badly priced.think it sounds amazing.almost as good as sm58.use it for dj and karaoke and also live singing in rock bamd and church
Features
not alot of acces...dont need them
Ease of Use
simple to use.turn on and away you go
Quality
very durable.well made......no antena on receiver either which is good.its internal
Value
bought from germany and very well priced......better priced than mics which are of poorer quality
Manufacturer Support
gave it 10 cause didnt need support
The Wow Factor
just practical.does what it says on the tin

Musical Background:

playing music for over 20 yrs..country/rock bands...dj and karaoke aswell

Musical Style:

rock
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