Sennheiser Evolution Wireless G4: The Next Generation

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by Adam PlowdenJanuary 30^th, 2018

The Sennheiser Evolution Wireless G4 is the new generation of wireless microphone systems, building on the reliability and high quality of the popular EW-G3 range.

Sennheiser Evolution Wireless G4 500P Series

Sennheiser has always been a go-to choice for wireless microphone systems, with the EW-100 G3 system seen everywhere from ENG interviews to film sets. Announced this week, the Sennheiser Evolution Wireless G4 systems promise better quality broadcast sound, faster setup time, greater transmission range and much longer operating time.

Available in two systems, the 100P Series is targeted at broadcasting and video production, taking on the same form factor as the previous G3 system. It’s an all in-one-system, with Sennheiser’s familiar easy to use interface, and fast setup time. It promises a transmission range of 100 meters/330 feet, and up to 8 hours of operation time. The 100P series can auto scan to find open frequency bands to use, too.

For the higher end, the 500P series is targeted at film quality sound to be used on set. The transmitter unit has phantom power, with a bandwidth of 88 MHz, and up to 32 channels to choose from, minimizing any interference. With an increased radio frequency output power, the 500P series ensures the sound can be transmitted and received safely.

Here are the technical specifications of the G4 100P series:

• 20 selectable channels
• Up to 42 MHz bandwidth with 1680 selectable frequencies.
• Up to 100 meters/330 feet transmission range
• Up to 30mW high RF power output (country regulation dependent).
• Off/Low/Medium/High squelch setting.
• 25 Hz to 18 KHz frequency response
• Up to 110dBA signal-to-noise ratio.
• Up to 10 hours operation.
• Receiver and Transmitter runs on 2xAA batteries each.

Here are the technical specifications of the G4 500P series:

• 32 selectable channels
• Up to 88 MHz bandwidth with 3520 selectable frequencies.
• Up to 50mW High RF power output (10mW, 30mW and 50mW available depending on country regulations).
• Up to 8 hours operation.
• Plug-on transmitter with phantom power

The Sennheiser Evolution Wireless G4 microphone systems will be available from April 2018, with pre-order available from B&H below.

Are you looking to upgrade your old wireless microphone systems? Do the new Sennheiser Evolution Wireless G4 systems appeal to you? Let us know in the comments.