Below are a series of links to topics related to sound systems from 2001-2007 in this FX Thread.

Some are repeated because they focus on a variety of Sound Systems. Should you want to read about a particular Sound Unit mentioned, many popular brands are listed. Not all are list but most that I could find.

This information is to help you locate, understand, and decide on a system that may be right for you and the venue you need the system.

Some Systems once praised are now being rejected for the newer sound units SO PLEASE CHECK THE DATES OF THE POSTINGS.

A search just on the word "Fender" will pop up close to 600 postings. So if there is a particular sound unit you are interested in do a search just on that unit.

Anchor: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
Anchor: Requirements for sound system
Anchor: Anchor
Anchor: Sound Systems Revisited(2001-2006 topic)
Apollo 500: Apollo Sound System Saved My Show
Cambridge Soundworks: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
Carvin: Sound equipment stolen (recommend New System)
Carvin: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
Carvin StageMate: Sound for fairs???
Electro-Voice: Sound equipment stolen (recommend New System)
Fender: 'Deadly' Fender Sound System
Fender: Sound for fairs???
Fender: Can these sound systems be used for school shows?
Fender: Sound System Being Sold By Hocus Pocus
Fender: Sound Systems Revisited(2001-2006 topic)
Fender: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
Fender: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
Fender: Need Help With Sound System
Fender: Best School Assembly Sound System?
Fender: Fender vs. Peavey 150 watt systems?
Fender: Fender Passport Sound System
Fender: Fender Passport - Question
Floridia PAS 767: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
Floridia PAS 767: Sound
Floridia PAS 767: Sound System Being Sold By Hocus Pocus
Floridia PAS 767: Sound Systems Revisited (2001-2006 topic)
Headset: Need Help With Sound System
Hisonic SH 120B: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
Karaoke Machine:Karaoke Machine- Cheap Sound System
Mackie SRM 150: Small Sound Systems
Minivox: Need Help With Sound System
Nady: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
PASO: I found the neatest PA system that we......lent
PASO: Small Sound Systems
Peavey: Can these sound systems be used for school shows?
Peavey: Fender vs. Peavey 150 watt systems?
Peavey: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
Pyle: Confused about small portable sound systems
Pyle: Pyle Pro PWMA-120 Review
Pyle: Sound System Being Sold By Hocus Pocus
Pyle: Sound Systems Revisited(2001-2006 topic)
Remote Music VMS: Sound System (2003-2005 topic)
Remote Music: Small Sound Systems
Remote Music: Remote Controlling Sound cues
Remote Music: MP3:VSM:iCU2 Virtual Soundman vs. iCue2 vs. MP3Tech/ShowTech
Remote Music: MP3Tech: Wireless Wizardry MP3 Tech - A brief review
Remote Music: Soundcue: Poor Man’s Remote Control Sound Cue
Remotes: Question about a remote for my new sound system
Roland CM-30: Small Sound Systems
Sony: Inexpensive Sound System - Any Advice?
Sound Projection: SM2 Sound Projection System
Sound Systems Technical Advice: Wireless Microphone Advice
Sound Systems Technical Advice: Sound Advice ONE
Sound Systems Technical Advice: Sound Advice TWO
Sound Systems Technical Advice: Dan Roadie on Speakers and Microphones (Audio)
Sound Systems: Small Sound Systems
Sound Systems: Small Sound Systems
Sound Systems: I found the neatest PA system that we......lent
Sound Systems: Can these sound systems be used for school shows?
Sound Systems: Sound System Being Sold By Hocus Pocus
Sound Systems: Need Help With Sound System
Sound Systems: Best School Assembly Sound System?
Sound Systems: Best School Assembly Sound System?
Sound Systems: Fender Passport Sound System
Sound Systems: Sound system (2002-2004 topic)
Sound Systems:Sound Systems Revisited(2001-2006 topic)
Sound Systems:sound system...
Wireless: Small Sound Systems
Wireless: Interference in my wireless sound system
Wireless: Sound advice needed (pun intended) on......dset
Wireless: Sound System
Yamaha Stagepas 300: Can these sound systems be used for school shows?

Audio and Sound Equipment

Portable PA Amplifiers Major Internet Dealers
Audio Links Dealer
Music Friends Dealer
Pro Sound and Lighting Dealer
Sweetwater Dealer
ZZSounds Dealer

Amplifiers For Different Venues
Small PA Systems
Mid-Range PA Systems
Large PA Systems

AudioLinks PA Reference Documents
Choosing the right PA System
Portable PA Systems & PA Accessories
Handheld PA's & Megaphones
Small Portable PA Systems
Midsize PA Systems
Large Portable PA Systems
Wireless PA Systems

Amplifier Corportions
Anchor Amplifiers
Apollo
Carvin
Electro Voice
Fender Amplifiers
Mackie Amplifiers
Nady Amplifiers
PASO Amplifiers
Peavy Amplifiers
Roland Amplifiers
Fleco PortaSound 5

Under 12 Pounds Systems
Mackie SRM-150 Amplifiers
Roland CM-30
Paso WPCS50 Amplifier

Wireless Transmitters/Receivers/Headsets
Audio Technica
Countryman Microphone
DPA Microphones
AKG Wireless
Audio Technica Wireless Both VHF & UHF
Samson Wireless
Sennheiser Wireless
Shure Wireless
Click on STAGE>HEAD-WORN MICROPHONES.
Shure ProAudio WBH53B Wireless Headset Microphone
Shure ProAudio WCM16 Wireless Headset Microphone
Shure ProAudio WH30XLR Wireless Headset Microphone
Shure ProAudio WBH54B Wireless Headset Microphone

Since I read everything that Dan Roadie has written on his web site, I wanted more information to broaden my understanding of wireless microphones systems. In my research I found this resource of useful information about microphones and wireless systems. I read this information from an "eye" of a magician and not that of a musician. My focus was on wireless hands-free headsets.

Understanding Microphones & Wireless Systems: A Study Guide

A Brief Guide to Microphones
What A Microphone Does
What's the Pattern
Important Microphone Characteristics
Two Common Problems
Some Useful Accessories

Wireless Basics
Why Wireless?
Selecting A Wireless System - What Do You Need?
Selecting Frequencies
Selecting Microphones For Wireless
Using Microphones With Wireless
Using Musical Instruments With Wireless

Wireless Quick Tips
Wireless Microphones - The Basics
Success With Wireless
Avoiding Interference
Maximizing Range
Using More Than One Wireless System
Avoiding Feedback
Wearing Wireless
When It Isn't Working

Advanced Wireless
UHF Versus VHF
Diversity Versus Non-diversity
Types Of Interference
Resolving Interference Problems
Frequency Conflicts
Maximizing Range
Squelch Techniques
Companding
Multipath
Using Multiple Systems
Antennas And Cables
Batteries

Updated Previous list

• 1. Lightweight Amplified PA Sound Systemsytem (7-12 lbs)
  
  
  
  • Mackie SRM 150 (150 W 7.6 lbs) ($300)
    
  • Paso WPCS50 (50 W 11 lbs) ($300)
    
  • Roland CM-30 (30 W 12 lbs) ($176)
    
  
  
• 2. Wireless Transmitter/Receiver
  
  
  
  • Sennheiser EW 152 G2 Wireless Headwor......hone ($800)
    
  • Shure PGX14 Lavaliere Wireless System......hone ($719)
    
  • Audio-Technica ATW-3110a UHF UniPak W......hone ($700)
    
  • AudioTechnica 22110 UHF UniPak Wirele......hone ($600)
    
  
  
• 3. Quality Headset Microphone matching the Transmitter input connection
  
  
  
  • Audio-Technica AT892C MicroSet Conden......hone ($300)
    
  • Countryman E6i ($400)
    
  • DPA 4088F ($600)
    
  • Click on STAGE>HEAD-WORN MICROPHONES.
    
  • Shure ProAudio WBH53B Wireless Headset Microphone
    
  • Shure ProAudio WCM16 Wireless Headset Microphone
    
  • Shure ProAudio WH30XLR Wireless Headset Microphone
    
  • Shure ProAudio WBH54B Wireless Headset Microphone
    
  • Countryman Isomax
    
  
  Matching Transmitter connections options: TA4F, TA5F, 3.5MM, HRS, M180, & LEMO
  
• 4. Easy to use Method of Remote controlling the music selections for the chosen routines
  
  
  
  • MP3 Tech ($1,400)
    
  • Soundcue ($978)
    
  • Laptop with Remote Remote ($50) If you own a Laptop (WinAmp)
    
  • MP3 Player with AirClick remote or equivalent ($100)
    
  • IPod with AirClick or iJet remote ($350)
    
  • CD Player with remote ($50)
    
    IPod Remote Controllers
    
  • Mini-iJet Wireless
    
  • iJet Wireless
    
  • AirClick Wireless
    
  • Scosche Wireless
    
  • Aerolink Wireless
    
  • DLO HomeDock Music Remote and Charging Dock