Sennheiser launches Evolution Wireless G4 in India
Sennheiser launched the evolution wireless G4 at the PALM Expo 2018. To be made available in
a fourth generation, videographers will also get to enjoy the all new EW 500-p series which
will help create content by further professionalising film work. Additionally, the new G4
series will be fully compatible with all previous evolution wireless generations, safeguarding
any earlier investments.
With a sleek new user interface, a generously expanded switching bandwidth and higher RF output
power for the 300 and 500 series, new multi-channel functionality for the 100 series and
brand-new on-camera systems, G4 delivers audio for musical performances, houses of worship,
theatres, business and education settings as well as camera work.
With 2018 marking the 20th anniversary of evolution, the new EW 500 p series features exciting
set components such as the MKE 2 lavaliere mic, making it an idol choice for professionals.
Launched in 1998, Sennheiser’s evolution line has served as the most successful microphone
series to date.
Commenting on the launch, Vipin Pungalia, Director Professional segment,
Sennheiser India said, “With over a 70-year history that has been built on the culture of
innovation and a vision to shape the future of the audio industry, we at Sennheiser have
always strived to understand the needs of our consumers and provide them the best. We believe
in evolving with the passion and aspirations of the audience, and with that in mind, we have
come out with evolution Wireless G4. It not only demonstrates our dedication to creating the
ultimate audio experience through excellent sound quality and user-centric design, but also
marks our commitment to evolving with both its current customers and those of the coming
generations.”
Raghu Dixit, leading Indian musician said, “As a musician, I understand the importance and
necessity of good audio, as it can make or break our performance. The reason I prefer
Sennheiser is because they also understand the value of audio systems and the impact
they can create. As a result, their products are built with a consideration of the needs
of people like us and a vision to make us have a worthwhile experience. What I genuinely
appreciate the most is the commitment and dedication Sennheiser has to evolve with the
consumers – this helps us in evolving our music, performance and art. Hence with the launch
of Sennheiser evolution wireless G4, I am confident that it will definitely shape the
future of audio with ground breaking technology which will in turn help us focus on our
performance better and not worry about the sound quality”
A familiar family evolves with some significant additions
Evolution wireless G3 users will recognize the familiar 100, IEM, 300 and 500 sub-series – but there are some important additions: There are brand-new professional sets for ENG and film work in the 500 series, three new Base Sets in the 300 series, as well as upgraded Vocal Sets and a new Combo Set in the 100 series.
Evolution Wireless G4 retains all of G3’s best features while simultaneously providing many system improvements. It comes with more power, more flexibility, more bandwidth, quicker setup, full integration and full mobility.
For any live performance: 100 and 500 series: Bands, houses of worship and community theatres will find an ideal wireless solutions within the 100 G4 and 500 G4 series.
The 100 series comprises Vocal Sets that include the acclaimed capsules of the evolution e 835, e 845, e 865, e 935, and e 945 microphones. Also available are an Instrument Set, a Headmic Set and two Lavaliere Sets with either the ME 2-II (omni) or ME 4 (cardioid). All transmitters and the receiver are also available separately.
Compared to G3, the 100 series impresses with new multi-channel capabilities: Up to 12 wireless systems can now be daisy-chained for simultaneous programming via an enhanced Easy Set-up function. The daisy-chain cable comes included, as do rack-mount ears for professional use. The orange LCD display of G3 has been replaced with a high-contrast black and white LCD display. Also new are a sync LED and an Escape button for more convenient and quicker operation. The 100-series handheld features a new lightweight aluminium housing, and a programmable mute switch for singers or speakers seeking full control of their audio signal. Also new is a 100 series Combo Set that includes a rack-mount receiver, a handheld transmitter with e 835 capsule, and a bodypack transmitter with ME 2-II clip-on.
Available systems include Vocal Sets with e 935, e 945 and e 965 capsules, an Instrument Set, a Lavaliere Set with professional MKE 2 clip-on, as well as individual receiver and transmitter units.
Wireless monitoring: the evolution wireless G4 IEM series
The IEM series receives similar enhancements to user-friendliness as the 500 series: a contrast-rich black and white OLED display, a convenient jog wheel, automatic dimming, blue Sync LED, red warning LED and an Escape button for quick and easy navigation. The RF output power has been increased to 50 mW, and the bodypacks come with protection from humidity and moisture – ideal for stage work. Individual units are available, as are a single and a Twin IEM Set.
ew 500-p joins the ew 100-p for camera work and content creation
The 100-p G4 series includes the ew 135-p G4 Portable Handheld Mic Set, two Portable Lavaliere Mic Sets, the 112-p G4 (omni) and the ew 122-p G4 (cardioid), as well as the ENG Combo Set, which combines the camera receiver with a plug-on transmitter and a bodypack transmitter with omni ME 2-II clip-on.
Complementing the G4 100-p sets are brand-new 500-p series PRO Sets for ENG work and general filming needs. Systems include the ew 512-p G4 Pro Portable Lavaliere Mic Set (with camera receiver, bodypack transmitter, professional MKE 2 lavaliere mic and various accessories), the ew 500 BOOM G4 Pro Portable Boom Set (with camera receiver, plug-on transmitter with phantom power and accessories) and finally the Pro Film Combo Set, which includes both transmitter types (bodypack and plug-on), the camera receiver and accessories.
Compared to the 100-p series, the 500-p systems operate with a higher switching bandwidth of up to 88 MHz (compared to 42 MHz) and thus a higher channel count. Additionally, the systems feature a selectable output power of up to 50 mW and are less sensitive to moisture. All 100-p and 500-p series components are also available separately.
For business and education: the 300 series
Targeting users in corporate, hospitality and education settings, the 300 series comprises a Vocal Set with an e 865 microphone head, a Lavaliere Set with the ME 2-II clip-on, and a new Headmic Set which includes the SL HEADMIC 1, the pro’s choice for speeches and lectures.
Also new in the series are the Base Sets. All Base Sets include a receiver and transmitter but come without the microphone or the microphone head, ready for use with existing accessories. There are Base Sets that include a handheld or a bodypack, or a Combo Set with both options. Handhelds, the body pack and the receiver can also be ordered separately.
The 300 series features an increased switching bandwidth of up to 88 MHz or up to 32 channels, allowing for large set-ups in multiple rooms. The series features the same new user interface and increased output power of 50 mW as the 500 series.