NUX B-2 vs XVive U2 - In-depth Comparison - Cheap Wireless Guitar Audio System | DHRME #47

[@davidparkinson6487]

Im a professional Muso in Australia and I use the Xvive I have at least 4 guitars I use on stage and swapping between instruments is so easy. Though I agree with your comment that its one more thing to go wrong, what about the other side of the coin when you want to tell the drummer something while playing or any other member of the band and you start tripping over your cables with the other members and one gets a hum. 3 of us use a wireless system and our sound mixer couldnt be happier. Ive tried the Nux and you are right it colours the tone I dont want extra Gain or top end. Value for money go for the Xvive. As for looseness I have 4 different input places ( Strat, Tele, Red Special and Acoustic) all work brilliantly PS I dont work for Xvive just an honest comment

[@DHRME]

Thank you very much for your comment. I agree about the flipside indeed. Cables can be quite a nuisance too. Stay subscribed for more!

[@deliputraofficial]

tried both.. nux are better with less capacitance.. xvive did cut some mid and treble (little bit muffled sound).. I used nux b2 couple time in different club (that has wifi router) and xp no interference with clear sound..

[@erickpuebla]

Have you guys ever heard of velcro pads? A simple 3/4” circle pad will get you going.

[@tinobarbati4944]

That's better than my 3-day 3M painter's tape idea probably. I use duct tape and painter's tape for everything. However, maybe velcro adhesive might be hard on a guitar finish.

[@jimmiller2270]

Thank you for taking the time to make this. I think I will stick with a cable for the near future.

[@phillipholt6005]

I agree even though cables are cumberson.

[@alexandercheskis]

Thank you for this review. Was almost about to buy the NUX because of the lack of a big transmitter unit (who wants to bring another thing to a gig). The fact that the unit could fall out while you move around was the death sentence for my purchase. Not to mention the big picture analysis of adding another point of failure. Really looking for something small, simple, and reliable. Hopefully soon.

[@frederickchan1826]

Wow. So honest. Not a sell out. Good review man!

[@DHRME]

Much appreciated! Do stay subscribed - we'd love to hear what you think of our other content.

[@noblebeastofficialmusic9831]

You mention not wanting to have another point of failure In my experience stepping on cables and reefing/yanking/tangling represents way more possible points of failure I ordered Xvives last night so I guess I’ll see Thanks for the review

[@DHRME]

They're really good, so you should be fine, But here's my thinking: Wireless points of failure: 1. Out of battery 2. Poor fit 3. Misplace one of 2 pieces 4. Channel conflicts 5. Internal electronics issues 6. Range Cables points of failures: 1. Internal damage 2. Yanking 3. Tangling (doesn't necessarily mean it'll fail) Still think cables win. Would be wise to carry a spare cable around anyway!

[@somewhereelse000]

I like the Nux as it has a lower profile, and on a Strat that means the tremolo doesn't hit it when I let it go. There was a slight increase in treble owing to the Nux having more frequency range, but I just lowered the treble on my Lonestar ever so slightly to compensate. I do not have the fit issues you experienced and I wondered if your jack socket is showing a little wear? The build quality of the Nux is what sold me over the Rowin and the Xvive and I've had no operational issues with it so far. Thanks for the comparison.

[@theinfinate]

good review man, I just had an idea, when u say at the end that getting carried away can make them fall out. simple solution, get velcro tape and cut a small square, stick one side on the transmitter and one side on the guitar. Velcro tape is a great DIY way of creating modular systems...for example, a Bose s1 pro with an audio interface stuck to it, also stuck to it are a usb hub, powerbank and an iPhone running a loop app. and now a Xvive U2 receiver after watching this review

[@blopido]

Zero Point Productions haha fair enough. There are other solutions, but as a reviewer you have to assume you are reviewing what comes in the box.

[@JM-eq3sx]

NUX sounded more compressed than the XVIVE This was a good review. Thanks.

[@DHRME]

Cheers!

[@williamwaldron4320]

I've used the NUXB for plenty of live gigs without a hitch. When charged up for a gig i never turn them off and 5hrs later they work as good as when I first plugged them in. The transmitter never fell out. I know my channel is 3 to avoid the two wireless mics in the band. Setting a channel is easy. The channel lights blink if there is interference. When you set both channels to 3 with a slider to mark them they are a steady light.A very quality unit with great sound transmittance. I want to try this set between two Bose L1 compacts to cut another cable! Anybody ever try or thought of doing that to daisy chain powered speakers this way?

[@Greentim67]

It's cleaner than my tweed leads bro.

[@williamwaldron4320]

I tried the NUXB-2 in my Bose system and it worked fine between 2 Bose L1 compacts. I won't be daisy chaining with a cable anymore !

[@drutgat2]

From the research that I have done, the Boss WL-20s have none of the issues that the U2 Xvives have (interference, drop-outs).

[@Zalzaroth]

Thank you for giving me the information I needed!

[@DHRME]

You’re welcome! Glad it was useful 😉

[@MrReStories]

I realised that my Xvive probably wasn't going to stand up to the rigors of life so I did two things. Firstly, I made a short cable (150mm) with a right angle jack on one end and a 1/4 mono socket on the other. I plug my receiver into the socket, the jack into the input of my pedal board then slide the receiver under the pedal board out of harms way. Next I went to the local builders supply and bought a little pouch that a builder would use to hang on his belt to put a cell phone in, think Batman's utility belt :-) (They're readily available). I cable tied the pouch onto my guitar strap down at the end (where you'd expect :-), then I cut a round hole in the bottom of the pouch just big enough to slide the Xvive transmitter's jack through. Next I made another short patch cable like the first one. I plug the socket into the transmitter and the jack into the guitar. Now both units are completely out of harms way. Simple, and you don't have that stupid transmitter flapping about. I've been using this setup for over 18 months without ANY issues and the units look as good as the day I bought them. They have never let me down. However I would say, as an early adopter and now long time user that the battery life is starting to tail off. I used to get a solid 6 hours of playing, now I get 4 hours. As you can't easily replace the batteries (if at all) I guess these unit will realistically last 3 years before they need replacing. You get what you pay for eh.

[@DHRME]

Great comment! You should make a video on your setup! :) True about getting what you pay for!

[@MrReStories]

@@DHRME I took your advice and created a video of my setup. I hope this explains it better than words, you know the old saying about "one picture" being worth a thousand words:-) I just shot it one handed on my phone so it's not as professional as your stuff. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZutiq2PqNOdm9U

[@DHRME]

Haha we shoot primarily on phones too. Will link your video up in ours if that’s ok.

[@MrReStories]

@@DHRME Sure, I'd appreciate it :-)

[@DHRME]

@@MrReStories And done!

[@gingertaylor1955]

the lose fit could and probably is a wornout output jack on your guitar , but I also say use a cable , I have had both of these and on stage they were both a disaster , constant cut outs because of wifi internet from 100s of mobile phones in front of me and the orders for food and drinks were also done on the wifi. 2.4ghz is hopeless

[@DHRME]

Thanks for the comment. But don't you think the others would have had the same fit issue if it was in the jack?

[@gingertaylor1955]

yes but I had no problem like this with both of them , the problems I had was with them both droping out because of wifi internet , the worst one for this was the XVive U2 ... the NUX B-2 also had the problem of everytime you turn it off it resets to chanell one again ....good video :-)

[@DHRME]

Thanks man. Cheers.

[@nuthinbutlove]

I wondered about cell phones interfering with the wifi transmission. Thanks for the info!

[@gingertaylor1955]

@@nuthinbutlove yes its a real shame because the unit sounds good, but the dropouts are just too much to deal with

[@magellanbomba]

xvive u2 i love this product..works great on my violin..just got an issue on this one..the unit when you shake it theres something inside..like a sand..sounds like a sand when you shake it..now thats the problem coz i used it in my violin pick up..it will pick up the sounds when amplify...any idea what to do..ive tighten the screws already

[@DHRME]

cebu events violinist I think it's just the build quality, the button is very cheap and didn't feel like it's firm at all. Maybe taping over the button might help? ☹️

[@rhiwderinraytube]

Yes they work. BUT you can NOT replace the batteries when they fail, so may end up expensive. If you forget to charge them fully before a gig then you cannot put in a pair of AAA batteries like the old style ones, so you will have to revert to a guitar lead. Battery life will deteriorate over time reducing playing time. They also work on Bluetooth wi-fi frequency and may be overpowered by other signals or you mobile phone signal may be lost. They are reasonably noisy with 50/60 cycle hum as they are not shielded. You pay your money but they are not the best system out there.

[@leonemesis87]

so what's the best system?

[@stephenadamsmusicalinterpr4203]

4:31 why single out the sound board operator?

[@DHRME]

Based on a real-life experience! But it was just an example of a variable that might work against you on the day.

[@stephenadamsmusicalinterpr4203]

DHRME ok, don’t forget the drunk musicians and roadies. They at least deserve honorable mention🙄

[@DHRME]

Haha this is true. Next time!

[@369jpm]

Been using the Xvive for two years, Zero problems at numerous gigs. Far more realiable than cables which get stood on and pulled out of amp etc by a crazy singer. Plus I only had to set up the channel select once when I first bought them ... never since. My Bass player has a wireless system too with zero problems with conflicts between the two. Sound quality is spot on and relable. My question is, did you actually try to gig these??

[@joefirth7428]

Hey. This comment is 4 years old now. Wondered how long your xvive U2 have lasted in this time? A lot of reviews I've read recently have said they don't last beyond a year and you've quoted they're fine after 2 years! So how are they after 6 years? 😂

[@369jpm]

@@joefirth7428 They still work fine but a few years ago I moved to some Lekato 5Ghz wireless units as I was getting some interference in the house with 2.4GHz units. I think things have moved on a bit and the Lekato units do it for me, live and at home!

[@shubhamannamwar2857]

This was easily the most informative video on this topic. Can you also please compare these 2 to the latest NuX B5RC? It’s the latest version after nux b2

[@brettmarlar4154]

I've never had an issue in live application with any wireless system where the channel was concerned. Of course I've never been in a band where multiple wireless systems were being employed. But there is a simple fix to this is to assign fixed channels to each band member. You just set it and forget it. Plus you're forgetting about the likelihood of a bandmate accidentally stepping on your cable and potentially damaging said cable or even the output jack of your guitar. This is why I hate cables. They're fine if you're just sitting still and practicing, but cables hinder your performance as far as where you can or cannot go on stage.

[@DHRME]

I see your point Brett. And yes that's what I meant about the fit - a poor fit also means your performance takes a hit. And somehow when someone steps on a cable, that seems clear and apparent whereas if a wireless system conks out, the problem just seems that much more hidden. To each her own, I guess! Thanks for commenting, stay subscribed.

[@adriphoenix]

In my opinion and in my experience XVive U2 is a good wireless system, no interference, no audible latency, good performance of both batteries (trasmitter work a few minutes less) and perfect suitable to my guitars (Gibson SG and Fender Stratocaster). The signal remains clear and strong, without tone modification. In a blind test, no difference between jack cable (Klotz, Proel etc) ad XVive..same feeling! For me a bargain!

[@robertmounsey4682]

Appreciate your honesty

[@DHRME]

Thanks mate.

[@capitanvonchickenpants8492]

I've got the ammoon version it's pretty good, but you need two sets Keep one on charge while using the other

[@DHRME]

What's an ammoon version?

[@grangerousdesigns4678]

I want to know witch one holds a charge longer?

[@OliAraujo]

Boa tarde DHRME, paz e bem! Eu estou procurando um transmissor ou mono para ligar os dois canais na saída do teclado Yamaha e Roland e as outras pontas na estrada da mesa que tem dois canais L e R? Também gostaria de saber se existe um transmissor stério para ligar em apenas uma saída do teclado Yamaha psr (linha) com a outra ponta mono? P.S.: Seria bom apresentar um vídeo com os melhores transmissores sem fio ligados em teclados. De preferência, àqueles que garantem um sinal sem interferência e sem ruído de mais de 100Mt de distância do aparelho. Sugiro isso porque, eu toco também, nas Igrejas e, muitas delas, os aparelhos ficam na Sacristia, atrás do Altar e os tocadores, ficam no coro da Igreja, veja a nossa necessidade de ter um bom equipamento sem fio e baterias de longa duração? Desde já, fico grato pela sua atenção.

[@DHRME]

desculpe, nós não falamos Português 😞

[@batmandeltaforce]

The XVive is not more transparent, it just sounds more like a guitar cable, which is far from transparent. I'll take the greater range:)

[@DHRME]

Haha fair enough. Thanks for commenting!

[@Greentim67]

I pay top quality dosh 4 leads ,I think your right in some ways.

[@ElectricLabel]

The Xvive U2 is almost the perfect wireless system, alas they fall to bits if you so much as sneeze on them.

[@DHRME]

Yeah it's true. Terrible build quality.

[@Greentim67]

I don't c Flee using THISZZIN a Hurry fasfk ,genius

[@Robil63]

Thankyou for a truly honest, unbiased and comprehensive review of these yet-to-be-fully-refined products. Omg: you prefer the X has better fit? I returned them only for the reason of a poor fit! The Nux must be very sloppy indeed. Also you are hilarious.😊

[@DHRME]

Thank you for the kind words! It was our first music gear review, so we had no idea how it would be received. :) Stay subscribed.

[@Greentim67]

Good point bro.

[@Greentim67]

I DON'T CFLEE USING THISZZIN AHULLY

[@BunkerAudioPanama]

Nux actually sounded a little clearer 😯

[@waimeaguyz9074]

build quality belongs to nux. going to get the xvive to compare but it cost more. think nux is better.

[@Gabe5]

Stay away from xvive. Won't last for more than 1 year, awful support and a terrible experience for the price you pay. There are cheaper options with better quality.

[@Greentim67]

Ty.made me think.

[@PATRICKJLM]

There is nothing wrong with the fit. I mean it is great with all of my guitars. I guess the guitar's input jack was loose.

[@jasonpiatt4342]

Nux is better for metal...high output. Helps tone and distortion.

[@jhonaleisthernunezvasquez6372]

How much it cost?

[@DHRME]

Please check the links in the description of the video. And do use them if you plan on buying anything - it doesn't cost you anything extra but it helps out our channel.

[@SejaSuaEssencia]

3:34 - 3:45 - 3:49

[@bol.8749]

Damn right serious.... the only way to go is wireless.

[@onefatstratcat]

Hey!! I'm a guy sound and drunk I'm... brrrrp!!

[@loscoiattolomaledetto500]

NU-X is pronounced “new ex”.

[@DHRME]

Good to know! Thanks for your feedback.

[@Robil63]

Yeh I'll just continue calling it nucks.😊

[@DHRME]

😂