Reliable DUAL WIRELESS Microphone System - Phenyx Pro PTU 2U Review

[@user-fz5qu1tg2i]

I just purchased the Phenyx Pro PTU-2U for $318.00 as well as the antenna rack kit for my second IEM rack build. I think this rack unit and mics are great in comparison to Shure. The mics are heavy and built like a tank. The auto sync is very quick and simple. Love your videos Scott!

[@dlcarburetor]

I have two PTU-1U systems and put them in one rack space. Ended up with the same as this. This true diversity system they are putting out works great. Highly recommended. Their IEM systems are good too.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Yup they really do a ton of amazing gear!

[@LouisAdamsDiaz]

I’d say it compares pretty well with Shure and sennheiser mid tier mics obviously not the high end systems but this mics sounds great. Coming from a HOW installer.

[@christopherrodriguez2747]

1St The Headset Mic isn't designed to put in front of the mouth, But 15 - 20 Degrees off Center on either side, So the air from your Ps don't hit the mic Directly!! The Hand Held Mic supposed to be no closer than a fist away or 3-4 Inches or you get what's called "The Proximity Effect"' add a Windscreen or Compressor to help the "P" issues. The Little MIc you like on your shirt Is Called a Lapel Mic! The owners manual should explain each application and how to use it! Those are XLR outputs, Not inputs on the back as you described in the video! Have a Great One & Keep Making Music!!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

👍

[@davidgrogan1]

Thanks for the great video. I see their products and wonder of they make quality stuff since they are more affordable than some of the other brands. This has given me much to consider.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

They really do make great stuff for musicians on a budget 🤘

[@erikipedia]

The stuff they make is better than it has any business being at that price point. It's not as good as the top-end Shure/Sennheiser stuff that is way more expensive, but it is better than the bottom-end Shure/Sennheiser stuff... which is also way more expensive.

[@phil76414]

Hi Scott. Thanks for another excellent review. Bought the PTU-71 on your recommendation and we are very very pleased with it. A great system. Managed to get the rack mount too. So much easier than having to deal with cables all the time and the scanning for the best freq is a great feature.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Yeah it’s such a great wireless system! It works extremely well and I still use it too

[@jabbajawz]

PTU-7000 also has auto scan if u hold set button.

[@djizzynyc]

@@ScottUhlMusic i have the ptu-71 i love the sound quality. is this ptu2 sound the same? and what are the differences between both?

[@timryan3849]

I just picked up the 2 mic unit for $272 TOTAL. They arrived today and wow are they nice.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Enjoy!

[@FabianoChagas]

Really awesome video, as always. I've been searching for a "less expensive" gear like this, and I'm definitely interested on having this one. Thanks for sharing Scott

[@ScottUhlMusic]

This one is a great one! I use it and the single one all the time 👍

[@FabianoChagas]

@@ScottUhlMusic I'm still negotiating the budget with my wife for that. looooool

[@sharonbernstein3039]

Hi Scott! Another great overview. This is the type of system that would fit my group’s needs, however, we need one of the microphones to be a headset, a la Brittany Spears, for the drummer. Any chance that Phenyx would have this option? Or another manufacturer that could fit the bill? Decent equipment at a relatively reasonable price. As always, thanks!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

They do with the PTU 7000 series! I haven’t used them, but I know they offer that :)

[@askimchi]

Thanks again for the great video! Might get one of those for my band as soon as it's out!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! It’s a good one for sure 🤘

[@FlawlessDJs]

My phenyl pro 7000 has the feature to be able scan and find the clear frequency automatically

[@lobo_zone]

Thanks Scott, Great to see how you review these budgets

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you!

[@lobo_zone]

@@ScottUhlMusic Thanks to you

[@wkhentertainment-vd1qc]

Great video man. Thanks for the help.

[@joshuastromer9572]

Just ordered it today. Looking forward to it.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Enjoy it 🤘

[@TheDJTwitch100]

Great review man, thank you.

[@JDavilaDavilaDVP_Productions]

Thank you for the video! Awesome like always !

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks for watching! How’s that wireless working out for you?

[@JDavilaDavilaDVP_Productions]

@@ScottUhlMusic It is an awesome system! Love it ! Thank you!

[@hectorrodriguez-ex9jl]

You do a great job. Thanks!

[@SBS1890]

The only miss on this product was not internally combining the 4 antennas into 2. Would have gladly paid a little more to avoid a passive combined cable mess behind the unit.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

That would be nice for sure. That would be an absolutely insane deal at this price if that was how it worked though. Maybe someday!

[@newmeutube1]

Another awesome review again Scott. In your other review for 7000A I did ask if it’s gonna work in Sydney Australia. ….Again, I’ll ask. Do you think this PTU U2 will work for me in Sydney Australia? I been eyeing out these mic units.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Yup, on the PTU 1U site it has a spot to pick between US UK EU and AU, so it looks like it :)

[@newmeutube1]

Thank you Scott, much appreciated

[@thedancamproductions5831]

Thank you for the awesome and detailed review!! Could I check if the Antenna Distribution System also helps to boost the range of the signal?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Antenna Distribution usually means better range because you often use directional antennas which will focus where it wants to transmit the signal and reject where it doesn't need to get the signal

[@thedancamproductions5831]

@@ScottUhlMusic thank you for clarifying!

[@emersontanakamotion]

Great review!!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks!

[@GROCMUSICCO]

I just bought the latest model Phenyx Pro Wireless Microphone System, True Diversity Dual Cordless Microphone Set and couldn't get one that worked properly. I loved the price point and really wanted this to work but just fell short.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

You could have had a defective unit, which happens with anything… or, to be honest and fair… it could have been user error if you are new to wireless gear. PP is great with responding to emails though. I would reach out

[@mikeh7434]

Great video. Thank you. How is the handling noise? is it Better than the mics on the PTU-7000A? Thanks again.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! And I think so yes, although the PTU 7000 doesn’t have that proximity fx that these have, but these also are true diversity

[@travisminneapolis]

If I wanted to run six of these, that would be 12 antennas, I'm not worried about having a bunch of antennas sticking out visually, but I'm wondering if there would be interference.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

That's too many wireless in a rack all together. You'll want a distribution system at that point like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIeUhH2wga2qhqssi=RqFEBBJG4DXHaogK

[@travisminneapolis]

@@ScottUhlMusic I tested it on a project and you're right. I spread them across the table and then they worked fine - but not in a rack.

[@ericman4096]

Good receiver,but the capsule need improvement to compare with Shure and Sennheiser ! (your other products have the same problem!),otherwise it still an amateur product,Honestly advice from a 48 years experience sound engineer,good luck!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I agree. And I don’t think these are meant to be on the Shure or sennheiser level, but instead are more affordable. I still use these often and they work great, and I still recommend this system!

[@JoshDDude]

There is a way to actually auto scan on the 7000, you have to hold the set button on whichever channel you want to sync, and it works rather well for me.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

That does a scan? Are you sure?

[@JoshDDude]

@@ScottUhlMusic The one I have does…I will send you a video on instagram

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Oh cool good to know

[@JoshDDude]

@@ScottUhlMusic yeah I use it all the time cause I am constantly in different environments

[@JoshDDude]

@@ScottUhlMusic we’re you able to view the video?

[@dooshmasta]

I JUST bought the 1U and they come out with this?!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

😂

[@aimanisahac]

Hello sir. How is this compared to the Sennheiser XSW 1-835??

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I haven’t used that one before

[@aimanisahac]

@Scott Uhl ooh, how about those SM58s or beta 87 wireless mic?? How does it compare to this? I am considering this mic for church singing cos it is cheap and sounds legit

[@stnation5895]

What is the rack? I have the unit but am looking for the rack. Great info my friend

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I found it on NEWARK, they make some good cheap ones 👍

[@treymitchell5229]

Hi Scott. I'm curious, you mention in this review that one of this system's advantages over the 7000 system is that the PTU includes auto scan. I thought the 7000 includes that feature too. Did I miss something? Also, did you notice any difference in mic quality in terms of construction or tone between the two systems? Or are they basically the same?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

The PTU 2U is definitely a much better system than the 7000. I don’t believe the 7000 has an auto scan, but it’s been a while since I used those so I don’t remember. But this one is a true diversity system which means is definitely a lot better. Both sounded good to me tone wise 👍

[@treymitchell5229]

@@ScottUhlMusic Great, thanks for the reply. I checked the specs (and your review of the 7000: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWPRgpuMhc2Krbc) and it looks like it does include auto scan. But the true diversity wireless is a compelling plus in favor of the PTU.

[@minnesotajack1]

I am looking for something inexpensive for speaking engagements. I have a high end Shure but I don’t want to take it out of the house for stuff like this.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I think this will be a good budget option 👍

[@RobinApplewood]

Thanks. I have a couple Shure UA221 passive combiners which I was thinking about using with this. Would adding these improve or hinder performance?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Using a distribution system for mics is always helpful if you have many wireless in a rack

[@RobinApplewood]

@@ScottUhlMusic I’m not an expert but doesn’t the true diversity benefit from 2 antennas? So would combining the 2 to 1 affect that?

[@RobinApplewood]

Also Shure recommends 1/2 wave with those combiners

[@DoughBoy2024]

I am looking to get some wireless mics (about 6-8) for the vocalists at my church. How would you say this Phenyx Pro PTU 2U stacks up against something like the Shure SLX-D? I want to say that cost will edge out performance with our decision but we would like something that we could live with for the next 5-10 years

[@ScottUhlMusic]

The PTU 2u is a great entry level system. The Shure slxd is a great pro level system. There is definitely a difference between the two, hopefully this video helps: Choosing the Right WIRELESS SYSTEM - A Comprehensive Guide kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpqVe5aDpNKdh5I

[@datmap1]

Can you compare this system with BLX288/SM58 for karaoke system ? Thank you.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

They are both great units. This one has more frequency options and a wider RF tuning bandwidth. For karaoke, I definitely would recommend this one 👍

[@fred2ka4]

Can I use the Phoenyx Pro PAS 82 antenna on the ptu 2u with a passive combiner/ splitter to increase the range without purchasing the antenna distribution kit? Thank You in advance 🙏

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Antenna combiners/distribution doesn’t really “increase the range” but more so prevents “antenna farms” and also can give a directional focus to the wireless signal. Some people do say they get more reliability with upgraded antennas though.

[@SBS1890]

Hey scott have you used this as a wireless guitar rig yet?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I have not, but they just came out with the body packs which is cool

[@SBS1890]

@@ScottUhlMusic ah, I just noticed they don’t have an individual unbalanced out. So you would have to use a reverse DI such as the TC electronics teleport to convert back to hi-Z impedance. It’s not a dealbreaker, and probably is a better solution if you’re using a loom with IEC power running through it.

[@christopherheadcase6886]

I love phenyx pro.. I just wish my ptm 10 in ears had a scan option like the 1u and this 2u

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I’m sure they will design one that does that in the near future at some point

[@christopherheadcase6886]

@@ScottUhlMusic a ptm-10 or something with auto scan? Take my money! As long as it's stereo

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I’ll be the first one in line to get one too 😊

[@wkhentertainment-vd1qc]

I'm looking to buy the bunn booth, can I use 2 antennas on the booth and the other 2 antennas on the booths rack.? Will that work?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Using 2 wireless systems at once in a rack usually is fine in most situations

[@Stokkanden]

Hi! Is there any pad on the mic? I noticed during the review that the input on the mic isnt to loud, hard to tell if it would distort with higher inputs. Im mainly working with bands with lots of output on the vocal

[@ScottUhlMusic]

You have the control over the volume on the mic in the receiver. I turned it down because I think the mic actually can be quite hot if you turn it up passed noon imo. Just have to set it correctly for your needs 👍

[@adrianmartinez021319]

I just buy again this ones caus the first one my staff loose the whole rack whit 2 mic 🎤 and now it’s the second time I buy this product I wass using shure but this is really good 👍 but I keep the mics on the rack wass only the receivers procesors my question is I have the mics can paired whit the new receivers ??? And used like 4 min at same time ???

[@ScottUhlMusic]

You can use 4 mics at the same time, correct. As long as they are set to different channels 👍

[@adrianmartinez021319]

@@ScottUhlMusic wowww thanks

[@ironblast5]

I know this is Abit older but have you had a chance to try the combiner and paddle antennas with two of these systems? I'm looking into getting my whole racks antennas streamlined I currently use 4 line 6 g55 systems for my instrument wireless all with the combiner but I need to do the same for my mic and iem wireless

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I plan to eventually do that and do a video on it 👍 It’s definitely a great idea if you can do it for sure

[@ironblast5]

@@ScottUhlMusic that's my next step is getting everything networked using a frequency analyzer and software management to handle intermod and other potential issues I'm also looking into getting a helical antenna for my iem feed I've been told by a few RF coordinators it's better for use with iem's then typical paddle bipole antennas

[@ironblast5]

Btw just gave you a sub thanks for the replys

[@samuelcoicou368]

I want to maximize line of sight, range, and deflect interference. In theory, could I buy the PAS-225 antennas by themselves, connect them to the back of the PTU-2U transmitter with extenders, and put the antenna's on light stands?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I responded on your other comment 👍

[@jmmy7463]

Hello Scott, may I ask about the and advantages of mounting the antennas at the front? If I am sit facing the stage and the RX's front panel is facing me, will it be better to have the antennas mounted at the back of the RX so the antennas is somewhat "closer" to the stage? Thanks very much for the info.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

If it’s in a rack you want the antennas out front so they have direct line of sight with the transmitters. If they aren’t in a rack, then it doesn’t matter 👍

[@pffl3631]

How many years you had your PTU-2U. Are they still working fine since then?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I’ve had them since this video came out. Still working 💪

[@dannyvillarreal918]

Where did you get the rack mount case?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

It’s a cheap one on Amazon or Newark… it’s available on both

[@bahamasc]

I have the 71a...and the only reason i didnt replace the others was that the LED turned off and in church persons maybe muting the mic or turning it off without knowing. Does the LED display stay on on this model when on or does it turn off after a few seconds. If it stays on its a winner.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

It stays on as far as the audio stays on, yes 👍 I believe the LED dims though, which should be what you want

[@djizzynyc]

WIll using a passive combiner work with this system? My roadcase has 2 antenna extensions and i dont want to ad 2 more making my case look cluttered.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

You could combine the 4 antennas of this system down to 2 with a combiner 👍

[@AD2024JAM]

What’s your experience on the handling noise and plosives ?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nothing more than a normal mic for handling noise. Plosives were a tiny bit noticeable but not bad!

[@AD2024JAM]

@@ScottUhlMusic thanks for the information

[@noblegendforever2052]

the 1/4 in combine . is it balanced? or unbalanced? i know that xlr is balanced

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I believe it’s unbalanced

[@SonnyG11]

Which rack are you using for this system? Thanks!!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

It’s my MCM Audio or MCM Electronics, I forgot which one it’s called

[@jasonlowe8929]

Hello Scott, I was gonna ask this same question. It is MCM electronics, but I can not find the model you have. I have purchased this setup and am desperate to find the same one. Could you please help. A model number or something? Thanks. Jason

[@BillShelly]

I wish that Phenyx Pro would include mic stand clips. with these microphones. Can anyone recommend a quality mic clip for these?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

The Shure wireless clips are the ones I always use 👍

[@dooshmasta]

I always get the Audio2000's Amc4181 off Amazon 3 for $9.99. It’s a similar form factor to the Sennheiser mic clip. Keep a multi tool on you during setup because the screw never seems to be tight enough. I don’t like the rubbery “unbreakable” kind because I always see people struggling to mount wireless mics onto them. Just my two cents.

[@logantang]

How would I connect this wireless mic system to a floor vocal processor like the TC Helicon Voicelive Play?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

You would go xlr out of the receiver into the input of the Helicon 👍

[@logantang]

@@ScottUhlMusic Thanks, do you think these mics can complete with a wired Sennheiser e945?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Sennheiser makes great stuff, if just depends on your taste in sound

[@bigchev9999]

Does it have a battery indicator on receiver

[@ScottUhlMusic]

It has one on the transmitter 👍

[@bigchev9999]

@@ScottUhlMusic what about the receiver

[@Phammem]

is your have issue of handheld handling noises?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

No, not more than a normal microphone does 👍

[@Phammem]

@@ScottUhlMusic when you hold/touch the handheld, you hear any noise?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

No, it sounds fine.

[@johnwelsh2769]

No mic stand adapter?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

No, you will need to get one. The Shure ones are like $8

[@johnwelsh2769]

@@ScottUhlMusic Thank you Sir!

[@kronk358]

Maybe they sent you a good unit since you are basically a salesman for them? But the unit I got doesnt really work. It is NOT true diversity. It has a indicator on the front of the unit to tell you which antenna it is taking the signal from. It wont change to antenna B even if I unplug antenna A and make the RF signal drop off completely. It just stays on antenna A and squelches to mute. So, the true diversity claim is a bold faced lie. The last gig I did with it, it was dropping out with the singer 12 feet in front of the unit, even after autoscanning the channels once the crowd showed up, and once again in the middle of a song.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Sorry yours didn’t work. I’m not a salesman for them, I review music gear and I’m a fan of what they do. I can tell you that I’ve used these multiple times and they have worked very well for me. I have had a different experience than what you are sharing.

[@kronk358]

​@@ScottUhlMusic Well, you do reviews including an affiliate links which you make a commission off of. Just because you dont work on a sales floor or work 9 to 5 doesnt mean you arent a salesman. If you have an affiliate link - you are a salesman. Your sales pitch is just on youtube instead of face o face. You may even only back products you truly believe in, but you are still selling them. And Im not even questioning your review here. They easily could have sent you a unit that actually went through quality control (unlike the others) to get a better review from you. Or (more likely) their claim of true diversity is a complete lie like all the amazon claims for LED headlight lumens, or flashlight lumens, but they have a few units that actually ARE that they send to affiliate salesmen and trade shows, which they sent to you.

[@leonsmits]

@@kronk358 this is a nonsensical take.