Azden WMS-PRO Wireless Microphone System

I've used the Azden WMS-PRO Wireless Microphone System for more than one year now. I am overall very satisfied. I've used it almost exclusively to record audio for my Sony video camera. These videos either become casual demo videos for my work or I take the audio from the tapes to use for podcasts. The audio quality has been so high that I am able to use some recordings for future CD projects of storytelling and spoken word performances. I have high standards for my CD productions, so I was more than surprised to find such a high quality in this wireless system. I have also used the system to record onto my Video Ipod (via a separate-purchase plug in microphone attachment) where situations did not lend themselves to using a video camera.Battery life seems to be good. I do, as a matter of caution, put new 9v batteries in the mic and receiver whenever I am working on a project that is important. I've never had a dead battery during a performance, so we've managed to eke out at least three hours from a standard 9v battery set. I use the batteries I've taken out for other low-power 9v items and I am surprised how much power is left in them. I know that's not very technical, but this process of replacing batteries has played well for me and I have no concerns about the battery life for this Azden system.Initially, due to the light plastic construction, I thought that these mics were just "toys." I resisted the urge to send them back to Amazon immediately and I am glad that I gave them a chance to work for me. The set has proven to be very durable after having crossed the USA in my carry on bags dozens of times. I'd buy them again if I needed an additional set. They moved from my "quick, cheap fix until I can get expensive mics" to my everyday sound system for my work. I can' t remember the last time I used just the video camera microphone for anything other than recording my children playing with the dogs.The only problem I've ever had was using this set in a very large high-school auditorium. The sound cut out a few times, but only for a moment. The camera was at the farthest point possible from my place on the stage behind some 700 people. I have used the set in a similar situation with fewer bodies in the audience, so I am ready to believe that the number of people insulated the frequency for this particular event. I also noticed that the sound cut out when I turned quickly up stage or down stage. In those events where I have little movement, there has never been any sound loss at all.I'd suggest this system to anyone who might want to try out the "next step" from their current on-camera microphone.

This is my second wireless microphone set at this price point. The first one that I had really let me down; the range was short and it quit after a short period of time. I was afraid that I was going to have to spend some serious money in order to get a decent, reliable wireless mic set. Then I decided to give the Azden a try and I am glad that I did.I use this microphone for both my personal and business needs. My personal needs are pretty straight forward and the Azden did just what I needed it to do. The sound was strong and clear, no static or popping. My business needs are a little more involved. Last week I shot a video of a speaker who was 40 feet away. He was fitted with the mic and was flanked by two executives who were introducing him. Of course I picked up the subject well, but what surprised me was how well I could hear the other two, even though they were each standing 6-8 feet away from the microphone. After the event was over the subject walked back to his office before I could retrieve my unit and I could still hear him even when we separated by about 100 feet and several walls and doors. I was very impressed!The Azden is powered by 9 volt batteries (one for the transmitter and one for the receiver) and both have a switch for Off, Frequency 1 and Frequency 2. The transmitter has a place to plug the microphone into and you can plug a wired ear-bud (included) into the receiver so you can hear what the mic is picking up. This set comes with both a lapel mic and clip as well as a handheld microphone (which sounds O-K but feels pretty cheap). My customers were so impressed with the Azden that they are buying several for their own, internal needs. I am sure that they will be as happy with theirs as I am with mine.

Having used professional audio equipment for years, I wasn't expecting much of this setup for the price. But, I was pleasantly surprised of the value of the Azden WMS-PRO Wireless Microphone System. Though it is a bit light and has some design issues, the system works flawlessly and the sound is above acceptable.The Good: Easy to use...decent sound quality...two channels...I have yet to hear any interference or radio signal noise...comes with both lav and hand mics...light and compact.The Bad: a little too light, a little too much plastic...I don't expect the belt clips to last for a very long time, but if you are careful, they will last long enough before you might have to improvise a mounting solution...the cable that supplies a signal to the camera or mixer is fixed to the receiver - I can see this being an issue down the line as the stress will build up and eventually cause a short.In the end, if you need an inexpensive wireless mic solution, this system will deliver that for you with pretty good sound. As I am building my own production package (I have always used rental gear or gear from where I worked in the past), I will add a more "pro" wireless system in the future and budget allows, but I expect this setup will continue as a good backup in that future.

Frankly, I purchased this to solve a problem - long mike wire. It has a bargain price, and was better rated than others in this price category. And I am pleased to report that it worked very well.I used this on a Canon HF-10 prosumer camcorder. Lacking XLR mike inputs, I knew there was no way I'd get a long mike wire to work without hum. So I thought I'd give wireless a try. I can't really compare it to other wireless mikes, but I can say that the quality was far better than I expected. Very clean and loud. So, to answer the question "does it work?", I can say: Yes it does, and quite well.Keep in mind a few details. First, it is a mono mike, and the jack is mono-only. To use it with a stereo input (nearly any camcorder) you will need an adapter. Get one on Amazon or visit Radio Shack. I used an AZDEN CAM-3 On-Camcorder Mini Audio Mixer to mix the wireless mike into one channel and the camera-mounted Rode Videomic into the second channel. This is an outstanding combination and sounds great together. You do end up with a mess of cables and small parts, but I attached a flash bracket to the camcorder to give me room to attach all that stuff.Battery life is unknown. I went 2 hrs on the 9 volt battery, and it shows no sigh of weakness.All in all, I am very pleased with this device.

So...I am just starting out in videography and am well aware of quality issues associated with DSLR onboard microphones. I needed to create some distance in a few shots and needed a wireless solution. I had been eyeing the Azden set for some time (due to price and decent ratings) and as this project crept closer...I pulled the trigger.I also bought an additional lapel mic with this setup as I needed both actors to perform lines...bad idea. The Azden set can only accept audio from one source, it's totally pointless to have two people mic'd in the hopes of capturing two audio tracks. If one mic is on it will knock out the second. Only by this if you need one person mic'd.With that being said, the range of the mic is pretty impressive and it does capture decent audio. BUT...you will also get an accompanying "hiss" to your recordings. This can be handled in post production, but you run the risk of having your audio sound adjusted or robotic. You'd rather not have to correct every audio file you have...a bit annoying and quality can suffer. I believe this hiss would be present even if you had the reciever plugged into an external recording device (H4n, etc) vs the DSLR itself.If you are just starting out and want practice adjusting audio in post OR you need a wireless solution in low production environment... These would work fine. Once you (I) get the money...get the Sennheiser G3's...they are best in class.