Phenyx Pro Wireless In Ear Monitor - In Depth Review

[@garrethall3486]

Man the production quality on this video is amazing. I came from Phenyx Pro’s website and the amount of time put into this video blew me away. Great stuff. 👍🏻

[@northtrader]

Very well done review. In a league of it's own for content and quality. I've watched several Phenyx PTM10 reviews and your review kicks some serious glute compared to any other. Well done.

[@mrlionel1965]

I just got this system about 4 weeks ago. I used it twice at rehearsals with my KBEAR KZ06s and I have to say it works and sounds pretty damn good. I am gigging with it tonite for the first time. I’ll let everyone know how it goes.

[@samjimenez4573]

How'd it go?

[@mrlionel1965]

It actually works fairly well. Once you get everything balanced in the monitor out. It sounds good. There is a slight transmission hiss there, but once you start playing, you don’t notice it at all. Me personally, I liked how it performed. My ears were happy! I did not use the supplied buds. I used my KBEAR KZ06s. These are a 3 driver per bud set with a flat response. It sounded good. It’s definitely worth it.

[@davidb8185]

Great detail and nice presentation (time stamps and quickly presenting a lot of detail). Thanks.

[@ManBunMetalHead]

You're welcome 🤘🏼

[@veryboringname.]

That was a really good, detailed review with nice visuals too. Thanks!

[@cebassplyr]

Used mine for the first time at a gig last night - turns out our guitarist bought the same system and both were set to the same channel. Long story short, with no time to figure out how to fix it (too busy with setting up all the other gear and PA) I just went directly into the external phones jack...worked fine but I wanted to use "actual" wireless. Thankfully you covered how to make the necessary changes and I got it taken care of. Thank you!!!!!

[@mickie43768]

I would love to ask you a question? Are you able to hear singers and piano player at the same time through this system while playing the drums.

[@ParallaxSound315]

Comes at the perfect time, because my band is looking to move to a wireless in ear system

[@jsnichols1]

Great deep dive and very helpful! I'm heavily considering one of these units to put in our band rack.

[@stewartmatheson3101]

Great video quality and a great in depth rundown. Subscribed m8 and greetings from Glasgow Scotland 🙌

[@darkdaysfall3391]

thanks! I've been debating for months now on which IEM system to go with from amazon and this video answered a lot of my questions referring to the phenyx systems. Glad to meet another man bun metal head too! 👌

[@EdBMetal]

Excellent review. Better technical information than any of the other reviews that i have seen of this product.

[@tractorgt]

I went ahead and bought this system. Home tests were great! We shall see over the next few months how it all integrates into our band setup. 👍 Thanks!

[@ripthestitchout]

How did they do?

[@edmlv]

best music product review I've seen. Thanks!

[@fabrihentscholek]

Hi man!! im gonna buy one of those! what's the best option? The Xvive u4 or the Phenix pro PTM-10 ? im looking for the most reliable system to not worry about interference and other stuff

[@ManBunMetalHead]

Both are great. If you need stereo inputs, I'd go with the Phenyx. Otherwise I'd go with the Xvive for the compact size.

[@fabrihentscholek]

@@ManBunMetalHead thanks! But in terms of possible interference, which one is less likely to have one?

[@ManBunMetalHead]

Probably the Phenyx

[@DanielLimaPy]

Fantastic review, man.... Txs!

[@reydavidmaldonado]

Great reviews: I also saw your video on the Xvive U4 they’re both at the same price point which one would you prefer. I am a singer usually singing in small acts/ venues and open mic. I just like to sound as good as possible I use a sennheiser wireless with an 865 capsule. Thanks for your intuitive reviews!!! I left this same question on your xvive vid. Rock on!🤘

[@ManBunMetalHead]

If you want a stereo mix I'd go with the Phenyx Pro, otherwise go with the U4. I've been using the Phenyx Pro since this review, but 3 other guys in my band use the U4 without any issues.

[@RobTackettCovers]

I really appreciate this video...mine has been coming off as overly too bright, and I think it is because I have the receiver's high eq boost on...it's not a deal breaker, because it still works great...that's why I came back again to watch this video, because I remembered something about eq options, but didn't remember how to access it, Ill check it tonight before we go on...thanks...I use a Helix and am able to hear my guitar effects in stereo, which is just really cool when playing live...using in ears has helped our mix guy as well, because he's not having to deal with stage volume being a factor near as much with 3 out of 5 of us on in ears now...I was very reluctant being a guitar player and prefering to hear guitar out loud and in the air, but, if I can get a good guitar tone with in ears, then there is that stereo effects deal that is just really enhanced wearing in ears done in stereo that is way cool...

[@morbidfollower]

Awesome review man. Nice job 🤘🏻

[@MegaBassfunk]

Thanks for the review. I just returned this unit because to me the sound quality, while not “bad”, seemed somewhat colored and not as clear as I would have liked. I going to give the XVIVE U4 a shot. I use the KZ10 pro ear buds.

[@fabrihentscholek]

hi man!! are this unit better than the Xvive U4?? I wanna buy one of those options

[@arbienickerson4246]

Whats the rack size ?

[@bigdawg3319]

great great great review. Informational. Simple. To the point

[@bigaltaufetee4933]

Great job brother, keep up the good work. 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽 Video really helps.

[@MikeChavezABQ]

Thanks for the video review! I'm at a crossroads between purchasing a QSC K-12 or going with EIM's....Reviews like this really help with decision process...

[@rudgrip]

I have been using the Phenyx for several months as well as the vocalist in my band. We are both using the version in the 900 Mhz range. I have been slightly disappointed. Both of us experience noise which I am guessing is some sort of interference. It is a high pitched scratching sound which happens every 5 to 10 minutes. We both bought from different suppliers. I have tried every combination of channels and groups. These noises seem to happen randomly, but I am unsure if phones or other devices are causing it. We always use fresh batteries. And the noises happen in our practice space as well as at gigs. I'm going to keep using the system as overall it doesn't prevent us from hearing the whole band. Its just really annoying whenever it happens.

[@felipousismix]

Nice presentation dude, thanks.

[@kyu78]

Como no vi este video antes de haberlos comprado, de cualquier manera quedé más convencido de que mi compra fue buena y la relación costo beneficio es muy alta. Gracias y excelente video. Saludos desde México

[@eaeder]

Que tal te funciono? Si es verdad el video ?

[@northtrader]

So, I bought one of these units and found that the receiver (belt pack) has a very high noise floor. As soon as you turn on the belt pack receiver (with nothing else on and the volume on the belt pack at minimum) there is a distinct noise floor of what I could call 'soft white noise'. This 'noise floor' did not get louder as I increased the volume. I was listening through a set of Westone UM2 ear buds. Did you notice this with the unit you tested?

[@ManBunMetalHead]

Yes, I do notice a still noise floor (I still use this as my main IEM system), but it doesn't bother me.

[@60smania]

Did you find putting bass guitar into ear mix made the bass sound fuzzy and noisy ??

[@northtrader]

@@60smania I am playing with the band this coming weekend (took some time off). I'll let you know after rehearsal on Thursday. In the past, I can't say I noticed a fizzy bass guitar but I'll pay close attention this week and let you know.

[@JamespMusic]

You need to have your full mix in both ears. Pan them a bit. Then boost your instrument 3-5db. Way better then separate ears.

[@ManBunMetalHead]

I think it really depends on what else you have in your mix. For instance, I'm in a metal band with another guitarist and it can be hard to discern the guitars from each other. Having my guitar in the right channel and his in the left is super helpful.

[@JamespMusic]

@@ManBunMetalHead you may go deaf. Not joking. There is serious issues with having hard pans. We are meant to hear certain things with both ears. When we have them hard pinned into one side what happens is: it isn’t loud enough… so we turn it up. Then up. Etc. When you are only hearing with one ear it tricks your brain into thinking it isn’t loud enough because both can’t hear it. There have been many cases of hearing damage to people doing just this without realizing. It is also dangerous to play with one ear in and another out. But just what I have learnt. Could be wrong.

[@modulusquantum6455]

@@JamespMusic This analysis is commonly made throughout the internet. Makes sense too. Perceived spacial or psyco acoustic. Like from seeing live shows where the FOH has hard- panned instruments left/ right and you want to be placed center of the mains to be able to hear balance. I run sound and practically never run full "stereo" unless specified. Time delay on the arrays also a consideration for bigger rooms. Concur the one- ear plug out is strongly cautioned against en lieu of hearing damage. My guitarist w plugs running from his Helix tends to do this one plug out to hear the stage volume and I'm going to run him an aux mix to save his hearing.

[@JoelVReyes]

Weren't the plastic circles to cover the holes when you remove the feet of the transmitter?

[@ManBunMetalHead]

That's what I expected, but they do not fit

[@delbosdrums]

Great review! Good job. 🤘🏻

[@RobertJamesAU]

Great review mate. Nice work.

[@mikeschenher7233]

Great review. Just getting ready to hook mine up.

[@alexzaytsevguitar]

So this one is better than Xvive U4 Wireless ?

[@drummingwithscissors661]

Awesome review. Thanks. So, in mono mode, I could get the click/clue feed in one ear and my IEM mix in the other ear? I"m using a Behringer P1 now and like splitting up the two feeds so there is no bleed and the click is really clear. Keep making great videos, thanks.

[@moonboy9131]

Great video. I'm looking for an affordable wireless system. I saw your xvive u4 video. Which one would you recommend between the two?

[@kaptainkrude950]

Hey man, great reviews. I just watched your review ofthe XVive U4 as well - if you consider mono only (my band's mixer does not have enough sends avalable for stereo IEM), which unit would you recommend? I've been GASsing after a U4 for about a year now, but this unit makes me wonder.. they cost about the same here in the UK.

[@ManBunMetalHead]

If mono is your only option, I'd probably go for the U4, just for the compact nature. But, if you ever have the chance of going stereo you'd have that option with the Phenyx Pro

[@kaptainkrude950]

@@ManBunMetalHead Thanks. I managed to find a bargain on the U4, so I'll just have to stick to that for the time being!

[@Abassman1967]

I use this system for live gigs and overall it's been great. However I have been getting a low hiss whenever a given sound comes through to the headset. For example, with no instruments coming through there is no noise or hiss, but if I play a few bass lines the hiss comes along for the ride with the bass tone. The same happens for other instruments. Unfortunately the troubleshooting info is limited in the manual or on their website so hoping someone else has figured out how to address this.

[@andrewstevens2870]

How is this holding up for you? I play bass and I’m looking for something wireless IEM for when the band plays live

[@60smania]

I found when mixing bass into unit it had terrible after note fuzz sound! Tried everything and then swapped the same channel to my Xvive in ear unit and bass and sound was crisp and clear !! No idea why bass especially makes the unit crap itself ?

[@SherlonRussell]

Awesome video... Very helpful!!!

[@DaniTanevOfficial]

How does it compare to audio 2000s iem?

[@brookgr]

I just got one and I do like it very much. In the band I’m in I had no problem and I will get better headphones!

[@brookgr]

One question to ask, when you set the body pack to mono do I need to set the receiver too or is it automatic?

[@amitkapoor6845]

How would you rate it in comparison to Shure or Sennheiser wireless in-ear monitor system !

[@bullitt5135]

Great review. Question: If you are using 4 transmitters (say, for a live band situation) simultaneously, do the units "know" to search/find a unique frequency? Or is that just something you need to keep an eye on when setting up each unit?

[@ManBunMetalHead]

You'll need to keep an eye on it.

[@ofulm]

Thanks for a very informative video that resulted in me buying this system. I have used them for quite a lot of gigs now, and I only have one issue: I am experiencing some dropouts (in the form of loud noise, the sound does not cut) occasionally when I touch the antenna on the body pack. Not a huge problem, but I would love to fix this. Any tips? Is it possible to upgrade the antenna only? Is it possible to buy a better body pack with two antennas or something?

[@pipelineaudio]

What rechargeable batteries do you recommend?

[@ManBunMetalHead]

i use whatever are on Amazon

[@GabrielBelloMusic]

Dude, this review is FANTASTIC! Def need to connect and collab my friend, good stuff! I also reviewed this system, it's so good!

[@chrisrussell6589]

Good review. I haven't, until now, looked at the Phenyx ... and will give it some heavy consideration. That being said, the Galaxy AS-950 (4P2) seems to be a better choice (200 ft. range, 16 channels, four packs, combo XLR and 1/4"; stereo/mono switch; operates on two double As) vs the Xvive with only 6 channels; a funky XLR/1/4" adapter, a non-removable rechargeable battery, zero earbuds no matter how bad). As you have time, pass along your thoughts.

[@williammonteiro376]

I can't pair the bodypack on the reviver, it even uses the same numbers but the led doesn't turn green

[@deadmahzie]

I have met a problem that after pairing to transmitter my receiver looses connection in a couple minutes and shows «Mute». It pairs to transmitter properly and shows the same group, channel and frequency but keeps showing «Mute» and doesn't get any signal. What could be the problem with? Has anyone encountered this problem?

[@primeraIAFC]

Can multiple receivers be used simultaneously (with the same transmitter)?

[@ManBunMetalHead]

Yes they can

[@johnnygacoustic]

Thank you for this! I am a solo acoustic guy and I use a NUX B-5RC (2.4GHz). Any idea if I would encounter interference between these 2?

[@ManBunMetalHead]

The Phenyx Pro is analog, not digital, so you should be good.

[@modulusquantum6455]

I run the NUX B-5RC and love it. Two different active 5 strings, Into both a GK700RBII and Plex IEM kit. Very clean headroom, no latency.

[@Adrian-vp3kb]

Would you think I could enhance the audio quality with some Shure se 535 ear buds??

[@dumdogmedia4502]

Great review, thank you! I am currently using a Galaxy anyspot 1100T IEM and I do use Westone in ears to optimize the experiance. The Galaxy has some static issues which Im not pleased with. The Galaxy was around $400. Would this be a step up in sound quality or about the same?? Sometimes you do get what you pay for. However, from time to time I find a lower priced product that lives up to or even surpasses the bigger brand names. Would love your feedback. :)

[@JedidiahHorca]

Great review thanks.

[@EgilFurre]

I bought a PTM-10 after reading your review. But I got a big problem: there are a high background noise in the earbuds. Some kind of background sound does all systems like this have, but this is a lot higher than my old Shure 200. The noise is the same if there are sound into the sender or not, and it is the same if the sender is turn off or on. When I play loud sound though the system the noise disappears in the sound, but at lower volumes the noise is too high. Is this the same on your PTM-10? Or is it just mine that doesn’t work as it should?

[@modulusquantum6455]

Considering a PTM-10 for my front vocalist. You think the hiss is from the receiver preamp or further up-line? I'm thinking set the beltpack and/or transmitter volume around 10 o'clock and push the volume from the aux out send. There's also EQ in this model?

[@EgilFurre]

@@modulusquantum6455I don't know where it comes from (receiver or sender). Only that it is way to high for using as an In-ear system.

[@EgilFurre]

NB! This was the Phenyx Pro PTM-10 in the 500MHz series, - all tests are of 900MHz. The noise was so loud that I returned it. I got the money back, but not the expenses for transport and taxes which are almost 300 USD. I don't get an answer from Phenyx if they find something wrong with the system I returned, or if it is supposed to be so noisy. If there is an error in the system they sent me, they should pay the transport costs. If there is going to be that much noise, other customers need to know before they buy. I do not recommend anyone to buy the Phenyx Pro PTM-10 500MHz or buy anything from this company that does not cover the expenses a customer has when the system they send have errors.

[@mondreholley]

Why is mines keeps popping, like someone hitting the top of the microphone

[@juanmigueltee6945]

Is this stereo?

[@ManBunMetalHead]

Yes it is

[@jonathanotrujillo]

I have 2500 mah duracell batteries and they last 4hrs at much :( is that normal?

[@adriangreen4817]

Just wondering if anyone who has purchased the PTM10 has any issues with signal level disparity between Chanel 1 and 2 outputs when they are the same level on the inputs? My AF on the Right is always lower and requires a 5db louder signal. Also there is a lot of hiss on the outputs. I'm trying to return it to Phenyx Pro but they are yet to awknowledge that is defective.

[@pianodemon109]

I have the exact same issue. Any luck?

[@adriangreen1444]

@@pianodemon109 nope. Gave me the run around, wanted to blame the equipment I was connecting. Wanted me to pay the shipping charges back to China with no guarantee of reimbursement. It basically has to be dead on arrival. I didn't have the time to muck around jumping through hoops.

[@pianodemon109]

@@adriangreen1444 that's horrible. I called Amazon and they told me to send it back for a refund

[@adriangreen1444]

@@pianodemon109 yeah I bought direct from Phenyx Pro. That was a Mistake.

[@williamsutcliffe3505]

Can you plug it into a computer using a 1/4 inch to 1/8 inch adapter?

[@ManBunMetalHead]

If you want a stereo signal, I would use an 1/8 to 1/4 adapter, then 1/4 stereo splitter.

[@TheMaverickTaylorBand]

Too noisy for me