My Favorite PORTABLE Multi-Use WIRELESS SYSTEM - Shure SLXD Portable

[@chucksaeger7500]

I don’t know how you do it. You breeze through this stuff so easily and make changes to your gig setups with confidence and then teach the masses how you did it. Way beyond my capabilities. I’m still watching your backing tracks videos over and over so I won’t forget. You’re amazing dude.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks Chuck, I appreciate that! I’m glad people have found the videos so helpful 🤘

[@benjkparker]

So informative and thorough yet still super efficient. Never felt like I needed to skip ahead passed anything, and didn't feel like I was missing out on any info. Well done! New sub for sure. Great work and thanks!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! I appreciate that 🤘

[@SteadicamCologne]

i absolutely love your videos. i am a tv /doc location sound professional and i enjoy your videos and use them to teach new sound techs about basics etc. the execution and structure of your videos are just very well paced , comprehensible and very well made. keep it up. love it =)

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Glad you like them! 🤘

[@djdannybhtx]

STOP POSTING ALL OF THIS AWESOME STUFF! I'M GOING BROKE OVER HERE!! LOL!! JK ! Awesome video Scott, thanks! I have the dual slxd system already and this is GOLD!!!! So I can just bring one of my SLXD handheld or my slx d body pack and use that receiver alone right? This is genius!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

😂😂 I regret nothing! 😅 and yup, I did that with my gig too…. I used my Beta 87 I got with my slxd dual, and just brought the portable receiver. It’s great! Especially if you already have the slxd system 🤘

[@djdannybhtx]

@@ScottUhlMusic awesome!!! Thank u for the great video!

[@jdlfpr]

I just bought SLX-D35G, 2 sets and an extra receiver. This thing is flawless, I haven't seen many reviews out there, I'm glad I ran into this video. I already own an SLX-D Mic and body pack, so this is a great addition to that. I do recommend running the receivers and transmitters with power, as I found AA batteries will last 2-3 hours tops.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Glad it’s been working for you! Although I do get 5 hours out of it at least, so check the batteries you are using 🤘

[@jdlfpr]

@@ScottUhlMusic Its possible, I've only used it once. But I did read somewhere that the further the distance, the faster the battery would drain. I may order the 903's, those seem to last long on my mic.

[@bexraphaela]

Im a sucker for studio gadgets, I want them all 😂 Btw, I love that you showed how to use the product, as well as the usb power function, they don’t say that on the website so it saves me batteries ❤

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Glad you liked it! And yeah, I definitely am a sucker for collecting gear too haha

[@andrepeterson7194]

Great video Scott!! Just like everyone else, blow away at the clarity and sheer in-depth explanation of your content. Simply amazing! So you are telling me, this portable system can run 3 transmitters (as per your example)? I am a DJ, so I can see having this for a wedding ceremony (maybe to second dual one for my reception setup), but the SLXD portable system to run maybe 2 lavs and a wireless microphone? I just wanted to make sure I got that! Again, mind blown if so, and appreciate all the great advice and info! Learning sooooo much more! Thanks sir!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks man! And they won’t be at the exact same time, you cannot get the audio at the exact same time. But you could switch between them easily 👍

[@andrepeterson7194]

Gotcha! So one to one… probably better to get the dual system them in the future; will have to figure out how to fit the SLX5 portable in my workflow

[@ozprod371]

Just bought the receiver to add with existing system. Thanks for all the info!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Enjoy 🤘 it’s perfect especially if you have the slxd already for sure

[@paullongden-musician7113]

Thanks again Scott, always enjoy your content.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you Paul, I appreciate that 🤘🤘

[@ridney5586]

Thanks! Great review. I ordered this a few days ago after knowing about it. It is super convenient than the rack type receiver. I think this portable wireless system will become really popular soon 😊

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! And excellent choice 🤘🤘 Enjoy your wireless

[@Rahelios]

The Wizzax! 😁

[@ScottUhlMusic]

🤘🤘🤘

[@Andrew_O]

Pricey, but that's what you get for digital gear with this much functionality built it. This looks like a good investment for multi-role professionals who don't want to mess around. As I'm not quite in that segment I'll be re-watching your comparison on more budget wireless-XLR to see what I'm ready to give a shot for to add to my toolbox. Cheers!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! And it’s pricey but also not for what you get for it. It’s quite incredible, and it’s usually what I suggest for musicians who want pro wireless for under $1k. 🤘 Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@briankelm]

Replay!!! Just subscribed to your channel! Another great video! Your thoroughness, use of visuals, and depth of information is appreciated. This system is a silent gem in my opinion for needing reliable wireless while traveling, being battery powered, and can see this being perfect for wireless speakers. I have the OG UR5’s in H4 band that are still rock solid. However, I can’t see investing in the Axient ADX5D for wireless speakers or needing a channel or two of wireless off the cuff. The feature set in this is very good and can see it being very valuable having a couple of these systems in my travel bag at all times.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you! And yes, it works extremely well. Enjoy!

[@briankelm]

@@ScottUhlMusicOf course and thank you!!! Good to know for being an “pseudo entry level” product line. Onto watching more of your videos!

[@oao8227]

all this cool new stuff making me feel like an outdated fool using the sennheiser ew 100 portable rig for guitar. Haha! Great video

[@ScottUhlMusic]

😂😂 I’m really glad that there is a digital portable option now! And thank you 🤘

[@GilCatarino]

Thanks again Scott, excellent review as you have accustomed us to!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you 🙏 I appreciate that!

[@jansertrujillo6682]

Multifuncional system amazing product thanks again Scott 🙌🙌🙌

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you 🙏

[@cahillusdj]

Thanks!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you kindly! That’s very nice of you 🤘🤘🤘

[@StriderStone]

This is the WEIRDEST question probably, but you know how those K-pop and J-pop idols have the little tiny mics coming from their ears? are those actually plugged into their IEM's? If so, how good are those really? I am looking for something as minimalistic as possible. I am just a streamer so I am in a bedroom that's not really treated, there's no band or anything, I'll be moving around a bunch in a green suit all chromad out. I wanted to go to a lavalier but my beard is too big, I have an sm7b but it's not good when you're more than a foot away, and my boom mic is...well it's a boom mic in an untreated bedroom. Do I even have any options outside of heavily EQing something? P.S. love the channel, I just found it and I am recommending it to all my peeps. Videos are amazing so keep it up!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! Glad you’ve enjoyed the channel. I’m not really familiar but I believe they have a headset mic and an IEM system separately. I haven’t heard of anything that does that all in one… especially since one is transmitting and the other is receiving.

[@rodrigod2917]

You are the only good source mentioning this system to be used for guitar wireless… how would you compare it with the GLXD16+? I am close to pull the trigger… both have a great form factor, but I am worried that this one is mainly for mics and somewhat will not do as great as a dedicated system for guitars/instruments

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! And this one is the one I use, but it does output at line level or mic level. So if you go into something expecting instrument level you might get issues, but some people don’t even notice. I go direct or into a HX Stomp and I set the input to line so it’s no problem for sure. This will be more reliable than GLXD+ but the + model is both 2.4ghz and 5.8ghz which is really nice. Both are great. Slxd is a better model though 🤘

[@mattjohnson7660]

Hey!! Came here as I JUST gigged a show with the glxd16+ and couldn’t move more than 7 feet from it without getting audio flicker / interference! Re-sync’d on group 1 and SAME issue. Couldn’t resolve it…moved it away from our router etc…only thing I didn’t try was group “2” which is best for multichannel when having interference….at the end of the day I’m sure the glxd16+ will be great for most, but it just takes one time and the SLXD setup is only $100 more!

[@DJChrisJohnstonLoveOfMusicDJ]

Great video Scott! I'm thinking about purchasing this for the upcoming wedding season. At the end of the video you had mentioned giving the officiant a head set mic. Is there a specific head set or lav mic you would recommend with this wireless system?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! And I don’t. I have a model, but I honestly don’t know which model it is. I got it used with an old Shure wireless I had 👍

[@waltergubio]

Saludos desde Ecuador Gracias por toda la información que nos transmites…por favor ayúdame ¿Que cable estas utilizando para conectar el Slxd3 y el Iphone?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

To connect to iPhone? You would just need the 3.5mm connection and a usb c adapter (or lightning adapter)

[@rubenarce4980]

Very informative, no fluff.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you 🙏

[@zuhairamauk7907]

Thanks for reviewing! Do you hear click or noise when you turn off the mic tx?.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I do not, no 👍 thanks for watching!

[@djvibedjservices]

Great video once again Scott. Do you happen to know if I can use one transmitter and send that signal out to multiple receivers? Hoping to have the transmitter come out from my DJ mixer, then have one receiver in one part of a field, and have a 2nd receiver in another part of the field. Receivers would be about 100' away from the transmitter and about 200' away from each other....

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! And you would have to turn one off and the other one on. You can’t simultaneously transmit to 2 systems at once, but one can be off and one can be on and you can have them work that way

[@djvibedjservices]

@@ScottUhlMusic OK thanks, sounds like I would need 2 receivers and 2 transmitters in my case.

[@lucarenzi8033]

Awesome video as always. I can't understand one thing: this product doesn't really seem designed for instrument signals since it has options to send out line and mic signals only. So can I really use this with an electric guitar to go direct into a pedalboard, a modeler or an analog amp without having, for example, impedance issues? Can you explain how to set the device to be used in this specific scenario, please? (Also the Sennheiser EW-DP seems to be the same product as this, and I have the same doubt as well... non completely sure it can also be used with instrument signals.)

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! Thats a fair point actually. I go into my hx stomp xl with this or direct into the board no problem with my setup. I guess you can run into some of those issues possibly if you don’t use units like those. But always trust your ears. If it sounds good, use it 👍

[@darrylday30]

Excellent review!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you kindly!

[@perfectcadenceevents]

Great video! I'm curious if there is a range difference between this reciever and the rack mount version. Possibly with or without 1/2 waves on the rack.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! And I believe they are the same range (300+ ft line of sight)

[@mattjohnson7660]

Hey Scott! Are you using a mono cable (1/8” to 1/4”)to go from SLXD5 receiver into your hx stomp?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

@@mattjohnson7660a TS cable, yes 👍

[@mykmorris9957]

😮 oh so versatile. Wow

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Agreed! So many ways to use it 💪

[@hannesdilzer]

Hey scott, thank you for this awesome video! in the multimic mode its just monitoring? or can i couple two SLXD1 with one SLXD15 ? at the moment i dont know on which system i want to go... we are often making fairs in europe and sometimes in USA, and i dont know if i go for a sennheisser AVX-ME2 set or the shure SLXD set....

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! And yeah it’s a little confusing. But it seems to be best for monitoring in my opinion. But I guess you could use it in other ways!

[@angelpaez2016]

Hey Scott! I am a fiddle player so having a portable option for singing while I’m playing is perfect. All I would have to do is buy the headset mic, correct? also would there be a way to use this setup as my IEM system for the road? or would you have other recommendations for portable on the go rechargeable systems as I do play in multiple bands where rack mounted systems for me are not really an option

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Yup, you would just need the SLXD15 with a headset mic. And I have a portable IEM hack video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zoi3apl-prutkMksi=NPsAzbSGQ6KNbouM

[@JavierCavacini]

Do you know the differences on the receiver with the traditional SLXD? Less frequencies, distance or something like that? As far as I can see, only the size (this is great) and the output (mini jack). I want it for a saxophone, and was about to buy the SLXD, but now that I knew this one, it´s a great option too. Thanks!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I believe it’s the same frequencies and distance 🤘

[@JavierCavacini]

@@ScottUhlMusic thanks a lot!

[@StrumFunky]

Hi, Scott! Per usual, great content! …had my eye on the SLXD35 as a mini portable/travel IEM set up (XLR plug on transmitter + body pack receiver). I contacted Shure directly to inquire about specs on the system so that I could check its adaptability for my intended purpose, they tried to steer me along to their PSM300 IEM system (I already own two PSM900 IEM systems, I’m not interested in another half-rack IEM solution, especially a model LOWER than what I already own 🤨😆 ). Have you tried using the plug on XLR transmitter (SLXD3) + body pack receiver (SLXD5) as an IEM system?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks! I would agree that you shouldn’t really use it for an IEM system, since that’s not really what it’s for. You would want a way to turn up or down the volume easily on the receiver, which I guess you could do with that buttons mode thing. So it would work, but that’s not the ideal way to use it

[@StrumFunky]

Thanks for the speedy response, Scott! I currently use a ProCo W.I.E.M.S. 5 GHz WiFi IEM system (along with my Shure GLXD16+ guitar wireless system) for fly dates where I need to travel really compactly, and it serves me well. I’m a Shure guy though, and that SLXD35 configuration looked pretty sweet!

[@garethdickie7213]

Ah, I was thinking about this as well, looking for an upgrade to my XVive system. The -12 pad won't be enough to take a line level. Shame. At the moment I have my IEM mix cabled from the mixer to my pedal board and the XVive transmitter attached to my pedalboard, the compact form factor works really well for this.

[@daltonjazz]

Another great video! I've been trying to figure out a portable wireless setup for myself. I'm a trombone player who plays ringer for a lot of bands where I just show up to an xlr line from the board and some less than well mixed floor wedges. I can't always guarantee I'll have access to power (sometimes I show up to a rats nest of extension cables and surge protectors that are full up or too far away from where I get put) but love being able to go wireless. Having a super small battery powered wireless system seems perfect for my needs. You were happy with the audio quality? Is there any reason to think that this system would not work well for brass?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! And yeah this system worked fantastic for all the situations I used it for. Played with multiple groups too, and it was perfect for using just like you mentioned how you would use it 👍 Definitely a great option, and I bet it would work well for brass

[@jakegatesmusic]

What are its limitations? How many of this unit can you use simultaneously without having signal issues?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

@@jakegatesmusic you can use a lot of these at once because they are digital: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2GkaaGje89sbLMsi=ZuJZNtgKDXLc9dVv

[@jakegatesmusic]

@@ScottUhlMusic thank you, sir. Just watched that video! You are a gift to humanity!

[@hitmencoil]

Hey, have you tried stage wave? Or other wifi based monitoring solutions?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I haven’t. It’s for WiFi? So 2.4ghz and 5G? I have an RF explorer and its covers 470-950mhz

[@Elniniss]

Can you use the plug in transmitter with rack mount slxd receivers?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I believe so, yes 👍

[@BagusWibisono]

this portable version have same sound quality/signal range or anything like rack version?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Yup!

[@ridney5586]

Can anyone suggest a hard case for SLXD35 (SLXD3 plug-on TX and SXD5 RX)? I'm scared the fixed antenna will get damaged using just the pouch.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Look up Case Matrix cases on Amazon. Super cheap and work very well and have foam to fit your gear

[@SportFlow]

Do you know if the plug-on tx accepts line level?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

You should be able to set the sensitivity/input level for it so yes 👍

[@FlowD505]

Which cable do you use to go into the transmitter when you’re doing a wireless p.a? I’m a DJ and that’s the way I want to primarily use this system I already have a SLXD system with a handheld and body pack.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I used the xlr adapter, the SLXD3 personally. But you could do it with the body pack too I believe 👍

[@FlowD505]

@@ScottUhlMusic thanks!!!

[@koyota59]

Dumb question but I cannot use a guitar and a mic with just one receiver at the same time right or I must have a receiver for each transmitter?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

That’s correct, you need a receiver for each transmitter to use at the same time. You can have two transmitters set to the same frequency as a receiver and turn one off and the other one on. But you cannot use two at once simultaneously

[@leomont0182]

Scott, could you compare the shure system to the Sennheiser EWDP? They are pretty similar, I am leaning more to the Sennheiser because of the mic capsule versatility the handled transmitter has (and also because I am a Sennheiser mic lover), but your opinion is always very helpful. Thanks.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks Leo. I haven’t tried that one, but I would just compare specs and see which one you like better. I’ve gone with this Shure system as my main portable wireless system, but there are other options out there. As long as you find one that works for you 👍

[@rassabossa4554]

Are you missing the link to the wizzax(sp?)?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

It’s in the description under the links for the SLXD 👍

[@MandyFlame]

I’m looking to buy a Shure wireless system and vacillate between the SLX-D and GLX-D+. It’s for community theatre (200 seat venue) soloists in choir (typical church hall venues) and possibly in my rock band, though we manage fine with wired for small pub stages. I’d go straight for the SLX but I’m in the UK and there are licensing requirements for the SLX-D frequencies and no licensing requirements for the 2.4ghz of the GLX-D+. I’m planning on starting with one mic, growing to a max of three as funds allow. So, small numbers of mics, small venues … would the GLX-D+ be a reasonable bet to avoid having to manage an annual license fee for the SLX-D ?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

The SLXD is a better overall system, but the GLXD+ is also a good option. I have videos on both. With The GLXD+, just make sure you don’t have a bunch of wireless already on 2.4ghz and 5.8ghz. Slxd is going to be more reliable overall, but both are great systems

[@MandyFlame]

@@ScottUhlMusic I haven’t been able to find your video on the GLX-D+. Meanwhile I came across the Sennheiser EW-D 835-S which has a version in the UK that operates on 863-865mhz, which is license exempt. Seems to check all boxes: digital, not on 2.4Ghz, no license required. I’m not familiar with the 835/935 mics but seem pretty comparable to SM58 / Beta58. Probably because Sennheiser are European they are more aware of the license requirements by country than the American Shure. The EW-D seems a digital version of the EW-100 you review favorably

[@wenggeromo]

WOW

[@ScottUhlMusic]

🤯 I agree!

[@iaalan]

Do you have a link to the instrument version ?

[@ScottUhlMusic]

You’ll want to buy the one with the body pack (with a lav mic) and then buy the WA 307 cable I mention in the video. I don’t believe they sell one specifically for guitar right now, but it’s only $30ish more for the guitar version 🤘

[@nickcata1465]

I must say, you look like the lead singer from Nickelback, lol

[@ScottUhlMusic]

lol the hair? Haha another comment a while back said “you have great Chad Kroger hair” 😂😂

[@nickdual]

but you are using sm7b.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

lol, dude you left this comment on multiple videos of mine. It’s simple: Live mics are to be used live (like the slxd), and studio mics are meant to be used in the studio (sm7db). It’s not that difficult.

[@DaleDutridge]

This is a general comment. I wanted to say how much I appreciate your well thought out, and articulated reviews. You are my go to for quality info. Whenever I am curious about a piece of gear I first check to see if you have reviewed it before I start wading through the quagmire of poorly done reviews that fill youtube. Thanks for the insights. I am a harmonica player and am always looking for decent quality gear at decent prices. My youtube channel is here youtube.com/@DaleDutridge?si=f8TPxfEontjwxbqw

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you Dale 🤘 I really appreciate that!