The long-awaited Sennheiser evolution Wireless G4 microphone and IEM systems, start shipping in April 2018. In this post we look at the key differences between the current G3 series and the new G4 series.
Sennheiser’s evolution series has become one of the most popular solutions for live performance, broadcast, and corporate events because of it’s excellent audio quality, RF stability, and affordable price tag.
Sennheiser G4 Prices Now Available
Sennheiser G4 prices are now available through Adlib. You can request a quote here.
Buying packages of Sennheiser wireless equipment can be much more cost effective than purchasing individual items so if you need some help working out the most cost-effective way to buy what you’re looking for, just let us know and we will be more than happy to offer some support.
Sennheiser G3 vs G4 – Which Should I Buy?
Sennheiser evolution Wireless G4 includes all of the best features of the G3 series whilst incorporating a number of key improvements, most notably a wider tuning bandwidth that offers a greater selection of options to avoid local TV transmitters, making the G4 an obvious choice for most users.
Here are the main improvements in each of the ranges of the new G4 series (100, 300, and 500).
Sennheiser G3 100 Series vs Sennheiser G4 100 Series
The new G4 100 wireless series offers:
- Full compatibility with all previous series
- New multi-channel setup capabilities meaning that up to 12 systems can be daisy-chained with an Easy Setup function (cable included)
- Improved user interface with high contrast LCD display, blue sync LED, and dedicated escape button.
- Lighter weight with a new aluminium housing for the SKM handheld transmitters.
- Programmable mute switched added to the SKM handheld transmitter
- A rack mount kit is now included with every 100 series set
Sennheiser G3 300 Series vs Sennheiser G4 300 Series
The new G4 300 wireless series offers:
- Full compatibility with all previous series
- Higher RF output of up to 50mW (selectable in three steps 10 / 30 / 50)
- Bodypacks with increased protection from humidity and water splashes
- Convenient job wheel, OLED display, white text on black background, automatic dimming of user interface, blue sync LED, red warning LED, dedicated escape button
Sennheiser G3 500 Series vs Sennheiser G4 500 Series
The new G4 500 wireless series offers:
- Full compatibility with all previous series
- Higher RF output of up to 50mW (selectable in three steps 10 / 30 / 50)
- Bodypacks and portable camera receivers with increased protection from humidity and water splashes
- Convenient job wheel, OLED display, white text on black background, automatic dimming of user interface, blue sync LED, red warning LED, dedicated escape button
In addition to the 100 series camera systems, a completely new range of 500 series camera systems are designed specifically for film and video requirements. This will include:
- PRO Lavalier Mic Set including MKE2
- PRO Film Combo Set including MKE2 and phantom powered SKP
- PRO Boom Combo Set including phantom powered SKP
Sennheiser G3 IEM vs Sennheiser G4 IEM
The new G4 IEM series offers:
- Full compatibility with all previous series
- Higher RF output up to 50mW
- Bodypacks with increased protection from humidity and water splashes
- Convenient jog wheel, OLED display, white text on black background, automatic dimming, blue sync LED, red warning LED, dedicated escape button
What packages and equipment are available in the new G4 series
Individual Transmitters and Receivers
Each of the following are available in 100, 300 and 500 series variants:
- Beltpack transmitters
- Handheld transmitters in variants with and without switches and with the following compatible capsules:
- MMD 835-1 cardioid dynamic capsule
- MMD 845-1 supercardioid dynamic capsule
- MME 865-1 supercardioid condenser capsule
- MMD 935-1 cardioid dynamic capsule
- MMD 945-1 supercardioid dynamic capsule
- SKP Plug on transmitter for dynamic microphones (100 series)
- SKP Plug on transmitter for condenser microphones (500 series)
- EK Portable receiver (100 and 500 series)
- Rackmount receivers
Packages
Rather than purchasing individual items, it can be more cost-effective to purchase packages. Ther are a number of standard packages available and our sales team would be more than happy to help you identify the most cost-effective solution. Give Harry a call on 0151 486 2213 or drop us an e-mail: sales@adlib.co.uk.
Sennheiser G4 Integration With Other Systems
The G4 series integrates with a number of other systems. For mobile PA applications, the receivers slot directly into the LSP 500 wireless loudspeaker. Engineers, AV installers, and systems integrators appreciate the G4 series’ versatility when it comes to workflows and control software such as the WSM (Wireless Systems Manager) and the Sennheiser Control Cockpit.
Is it worth waiting for the new G4 series?
Yes, the new G4 series is much improved across the 100, 300 and 500 ranges. We are able to offer quotes today with shipping starting in April.
Will I still be able to buy G3 series once G4 launches?
G3 will still be able to purchase once G4 launches. However, because the new G4 series will be compatible with all previous series (including G3) we would recommend investing in the new, improved G4 series from this point onwards.
When will pricing be available?
UK prices are available now. Get in touch with Harry in our sales department on 0151 486 2213 or complete the quote request form here.
Al or Harry will get in touch to help you choose the right system for you or if you already know what you’re looking for, just provide a spec and we’ll get back to you with a quote.
