Possible Sennheiser G2 purchase at DVinfo.net

Peter Manojlovic · August 29th, 2008, 08:35 PM

I'm an audio virgin, so please be gentle.

I've got an older (but brand new condition) ew112-p boxed wireless set for tryout.
Hand held mic, lav, two transmitters, and a receiver...

Is it safe to assume that an old set (518-554 mhz), that was purchased several years ago, is up to par as any newer set? ie firmware, components, frequency range etc....
This would help me determine a fair asking price.

I have NO clue what to offer.

Dan Keaton · August 30th, 2008, 05:39 AM

You mentioned that it is a "G2" which means Generation 2.

There was an earlier model that was not a "G2"

G2's use two AA batteries.

Older models use one 9 Volt battery.

Most people feel that the G2 is better. Some feel that the earlier model sounds better, but I do not think the majority of people feel this way.

Personally, I prefer the G2.

Now, to answer your question:

All G2's are probably the same, meaning that they have the same features, firmware, etc. (As far as i know).

The G2 that you are referring to a an "A" model which indicates the frequency range, (not features or firmware).

I recommend not purchasing the "C" model due to the FCC auctioning off these frequencies.
(But this applies to the US, I do not know what Canada will do.)
This is a moot point as you are considering an "A" model.

Either "A" or "B" model, "G2" would be my choice.

Peter Manojlovic · August 30th, 2008, 10:06 PM

Great...

I can get to Ebay, or other venues, and see what these units go for, and feel safe that I have a good quality product...

Thank you...

Dan Keaton · August 31st, 2008, 04:20 AM

Please note that while you have two transmitters, since you only have one receiver, you can only use one microphone at a time.

You can, however, purchase an additional G2 receiver then you could use both transmitters simultaneously.

August 29th, 2008, 08:35 PM	#1
Peter Manojlovic Major Player Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 769	Possible Sennheiser G2 purchase I'm an audio virgin, so please be gentle. I've got an older (but brand new condition) ew112-p boxed wireless set for tryout. Hand held mic, lav, two transmitters, and a receiver... Is it safe to assume that an old set (518-554 mhz), that was purchased several years ago, is up to par as any newer set? ie firmware, components, frequency range etc.... This would help me determine a fair asking price. I have NO clue what to offer.

August 30th, 2008, 05:39 AM	#2
Dan Keaton Inner Circle Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Augusta Georgia Posts: 5,421	You mentioned that it is a "G2" which means Generation 2. There was an earlier model that was not a "G2" G2's use two AA batteries. Older models use one 9 Volt battery. Most people feel that the G2 is better. Some feel that the earlier model sounds better, but I do not think the majority of people feel this way. Personally, I prefer the G2. Now, to answer your question: All G2's are probably the same, meaning that they have the same features, firmware, etc. (As far as i know). The G2 that you are referring to a an "A" model which indicates the frequency range, (not features or firmware). I recommend not purchasing the "C" model due to the FCC auctioning off these frequencies. (But this applies to the US, I do not know what Canada will do.) This is a moot point as you are considering an "A" model. Either "A" or "B" model, "G2" would be my choice. __________________ Dan Keaton Augusta Georgia

August 31st, 2008, 04:20 AM	#4
Dan Keaton Inner Circle Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Augusta Georgia Posts: 5,421	Please note that while you have two transmitters, since you only have one receiver, you can only use one microphone at a time. You can, however, purchase an additional G2 receiver then you could use both transmitters simultaneously. __________________ Dan Keaton Augusta Georgia

August 30th, 2008, 10:06 PM	#3
Peter Manojlovic Major Player Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 769	Great... I can get to Ebay, or other venues, and see what these units go for, and feel safe that I have a good quality product... Thank you...