Sennheiser XSW 1-825 Dual E-Band Vocal

Yes, there really are two handheld wireless microphones at this affordable price. And yes, they are from Sennheiser. The XSW 1-825 Dual E-Band Vocal Set offers two dynamic cardioid wireless microphones for singers and presenters, paired with a matching receiver. The 825 microphone capsules are taken from the tried-and-tested Evolution series. Up to ten of these wireless devices can be used simultaneously – a relatively high number in this price range. The system is particularly user-friendly, with a clear menu layout and quick setup thanks to integrated antennas in the receiver housing. Users won't find a multi-page instruction manual here – Sennheiser rightly relies on a quick guide, which uses just a few diagrams to help users achieve the reliable sound Sennheiser is known for.

To use the XSW 1-825 Dual E-Band Vocal Set, an artist only needs a microphone stand to get started. For example, a solo artist booked for a short performance may prefer to use their own microphone, as they are familiar with its sound. The artist can set up the receiver between five and 30 metres away from the stage, ideally placing it next to a mixer or active speaker to minimise cabling. The wireless microphone and receiver should maintain an unobstructed line of sight. The artist then selects a free frequency on the XSW 1-825 Dual E-Band Vocal Set's receiver and matches the microphone to it. The correct microphone sensitivity for their voice will already be known from past performances. The receiver's AF output is then adjusted to suit the mixer or active speaker being used. Finally, the high-quality Sennheiser microphone clip is attached to the stand – and the singer is ready to perform. The second microphone can be used, for example, to introduce the artist.