Sennheiser XSW WIRELESS IEM System - A Complete Overview

[@christianbechard5664]

Oh, by the way, I wanted to mention that I recently bought a Midi captain duo, (2-button) midi controller (very easy to program). and used your video to help me set up a talkback mute on my XR18 using just my vocal mic and not splitter! The band was very impressed with my tech wizardry.... but I got the idea from you! Thanks again Scott

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Glad that’s been working for you. The midi captain is pretty killer!

[@tonepilot]

I’ve learned so much about wireless in-ears from you. Our band is moving slowing to in-ears so this is very helpful.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Glad to hear it!

[@Linkmasta05]

I was so tired but I couldn't call asleep. I'm glad I had a "sleep token" I could use to get some rest. I would really appreciate this gift. I have a band that is trying to get to the next level in equipment. Thank you

[@KristohanongBisdakMusic]

Great in-depth review as always, Scott. The workaround for the RF scanning is very clever, never thought of that trick, thanks for the tip. More power to your channel and sleep token!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you 🙏 I appreciate that, and I’ve actually thought of making a separate video on the topic itself 👍

[@stevebadachmusic]

Thanks to you I used the Anleon S2 for over a year. I loved it and it worked well, with only a few dropouts, but cut out at the last gig around 50 times over 3 sets. So I just upgraded to this one today and I hope it'll be more reliable. Thanks for all the information you provide. it's really helpful.

[@jonathandlee97]

Love the video explaning the things to keep in mind when using wireless systems. It's crazy how often we discard wireless as just a unite to plug in instead of really considering the impact of radio frequencies that exist in the signal flow. It really is a sleep token for the mind

[@jakehelix]

Thanks for the video. I just heard The Summoning by Sleep Token!

[@assafbar9366]

Good timing, trying to decide between XSW & G4. Sleep token 😀

[@ScottUhlMusic]

G4 is better if you can afford it…. And they have the SR2050 if you can go above the G4 as well. Just depends on your needs, not every band needs the best of the best

[@shockt9610]

I'll definitely check this out whenever I upgrade my IEM's. My IEMs are from 2008. Sleep Token is what I think of whenever certain cultures use coins over the eyes when someone dies.

[@ZachPetch]

Clever method of getting around the lack of a scanner. Also I really appreciate the sleep token suggestion, I've never heard of them before but upon hearing that "Take me back to Eden" is your favourite of the last 20 years? Can't get a much better recommendation than that. Thanks for sharing!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks man! And yeah, it’s such a great album from start to finish

[@rickduling-i7h]

Good job on the video. I especially appreciate explaining the awkward backwards sync feature. Sleep token. Thank you again.

[@christianbechard5664]

Scott, your videos are always both instructive and entertaining. I surely will not fall a- sleep token because I don't need drugs to get through your video! Thanks again...

[@IronWrath]

Thanx brother, big help!!!

[@VolksRockMusic]

I've had this system for a year and have had nothing but problems with it. Until this video, the “bodypack scan trick” helped tremendously! Thanks for the informative videos!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks for sharing, glad you found that helpful!

[@velvetandvice]

Another really helpful video - thanks 🙏 We're also in the EW vs XSW loop and think this is possibly for us as we do small venues with the only other wireless being a Shure Beta58 Mic.

[@velvetandvice]

Just bought the XSW! We would love the EW but the XSW is less than half the price in the UK and we're a duo playing bars across UK & Europe with very little wireless contention. Thanks again 🤗

[@jjptech]

I seriously need this SLEEP TOKEN in my band. Thanks for the review!

[@DarrenYung]

You talk about bands like Sleep Token and RF bands! Keep on doing what you do as I'm always learning from it! I hope I win too!

[@MrGuitarmike2222]

Nice job Scott! Sleep token, some much info wow...

[@patricklangdale8384]

Thank you Scott for the informative vids! There are so many of us that are just modest weekend musicians, and certainly on a budget while we work and raise families, etc. Your videos really help all of us chose the gear we be need to make our music more enjoyable for all! Very well spoken, which rhymes with Sleep Token!! Lol

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you 🙏 I’m glad so many people have found the videos helpful!

[@slst578]

Very good review. Really appreciate your work and the invaluable information your share. Not to mention the "SLEEP TOKEN"...

[@Motioneso]

This is really great. I'm very interested in the Sleep Token feature, I don't know why other manufacturers haven't thought of that yet!

[@adriandesantis8593]

My band, not Sleep Token, is in the process of getting our IEM system organised and this vid is super helpful thank you!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Glad it was helpful 🤘

[@ethagr8162]

That Sleep Token show looked amazing!!!

[@laurencetuten1024]

I have never heard SLEEP TOKEN but I will check them out. This would be a perfect gift for a singer I work with. Thanks for all the great info!

[@GLChapman]

That Sleep Token show looked like it was fun, and I could use a new IEM system.

[@thumperspot]

Great vid Scott! I’ve always enjoyed your stuff, especially your backing track content. It helped me out immensely on a recent tour with a band I play in. It was pretty stressful though. So much so that I had to negotiate an amendment to my employment contract when I got back mandating a required nap time. Every week I’d get two hours to myself without having to do any work and still get paid. The only catch was, I had to use it to catch up on some much needed sleep, nothing else. So every Wednesday since then I notify my boss that I was logging off and going to nap for a couple hours. I’d log my time in my timesheet with a special project code, a “sleep token” if you will, and go to sleep. Then I’d wake up and start the cycle all over again. It’s helped immensely, but not as much as your backing track vids helped me succeed on this tour!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Hahaha and im glad you’ve found the videos so helpful 🤘

[@Ixirancid]

Scott, thanks for the review. I would like to also hear your opinion on the quality of sound these system have. This is an important topic for me and it would be very cool if you did a sound quality comparison between differen IEM systems, like route the output into a DAW instead of headphones or another way (not sure how exactly you'd do this) so you could then compare them side by side.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Hey man, thanks for watching! The sound quality of these are great. Most IEM systems are going to sound very very similar, except for the cheap stuff. But the biggest thing that affects tone in in ear monitors is the earbuds themselves. That is going to determine probably 90% of your tone

[@knoex1]

Hey Scott, love your awesome (in Germany we call it "ERKLÄR BÄR") Videos. So Sleep Token would say, that a "Erklär Bär" is a person who explains something with every single detail and much love. Thanks for everything

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks man! 🙏

[@chavoesunzombie]

Thanks for the review, I love "SLEEP TOKEN" too. This would work great for my band.

[@MattM65]

Great video! I’ll definitely check out Sleep Token.

[@dwhitney31]

I'm always looking for new bands to check out. Thanks for the tip, I'll check out Sleep Token.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Hope you like them. It’s not for everyone, but man that album just connected with me

[@leokent40]

Thanks for the epic review Scott! I'm definitely interested in this system, almost as I much as I was interested in Sleep Token when they first started out!

[@erniedouglas123]

Wow, thanks Scott! Glad you enjoyed seeing Sleep Token at Red Rocks. I’d love to see a show there.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

It was 🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@emersontanakamotion]

never heard of sleep token I will check it out...regarding the video pretty great! that's definitely the next step from Phoenix pro...

[@marksandoval7387]

Great Video ! SLEEP TOKEN is my favorite band right now !

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Same here 🤘🤘

[@NickPixx]

Using this product for over a year and love it. I do share it with our singer and have 2 bodypacks. We definitely need a SLEEP TOKEN 2 go stereo

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Glad it’s been working well for you

[@frostriver4547]

Hard to find an affordable option with XLR and 1/4” inputs. Thanks for the signal tip 👍🏼👍🏼

[@rogercortina6752]

Another great video. Like you give opinion on who it’s for. Sleep token. Just added the lion sleeps tonight by the tokens for an oldies show. Called it sleep token on my chart. Lol.

[@gianfrixmg]

That IEM system looks very nice! I remember once when I was playing that the audio guy asked me what frequencies my IEM used, maybe because it could have conflicted with the antennas on stage for the mixer. I've seen those in quite a bit of concerts. That time I had those very cheap transmitters in the 2.4GHz range so no issues for him, but I'm curious and on the fence about these other IEM systems, as mine compress quite a bit and sometimes distorts. You also made me curious about Sleep Token, never heard of them lol

[@darrylday30]

Sleep Token is great band name. I can’t believe I hadn’t thought of the RF scan trick with the receiver. Great tip. BTW, I suggested “Random Dads” as a name for my latest band but the algorithm gods wouldn’t have it.

[@angellomarquez]

Good chance to hear Sleep Token. Nice video! Very helpful and well detailed 😀

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you 🙏

[@miketabb8318]

Thanks for keeping us up to date on new gear .i need a sleep token .

[@smithfielddash2953]

Nice! This would look slick rack mounted with the matching sennheiser XSW2 skm wireless mic/transmitter set. Would love to see a comparison video on the XSW2 skm 825 vs 835 vs 865 vs digital wireless mics. SLEEP TOKEN. Shout-out to Sweetwater and Scott for the awesome gear reviews as always.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you 🙏 I appreciate it! And I would love to try out some of the digital sennheiser stuff!

[@smithfielddash2953]

@@ScottUhlMusic Always! No problem playa. You just keep doing what you are doing informing the music community and pushing the ball forward. I would love to see Sennheiser expand to the 5ghz realm in the XSW2 series also would definitely be a plus to allow more freedom

[@mvnoxl]

Sleep Token captivates audiences with their energetic performances and unique blend of genres.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

🤘🤘🤘

[@tonynixon1000]

As always... awesome, informative and easy to follow video, so thank you Scott. Now if only i had that Sleep Token to sync my sleep patterns with yours.

[@dominikschwaiger2123]

Hi Scott, thanks for the great video! I also got me the xsw iem some time ago and am really very satisfied so far. and thanks for the music tip. I didn't know "sleep token" yet.

[@paxjimenez]

I’ve never heard of Sleep Token, but I NEEEEED sleep token haha

[@davidmangubat]

Holy cow thanks for suggesting Sleep Token. Cool band!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Glad you like them!

[@m11sd]

Helluva laser show at that sleep token concert! Just like a helluva overview for this system Thanks for the all the tips and tricks with gear. Learnt so much already and always waning to learn more. Cheers Scott! 🤘

[@ScottUhlMusic]

The lasers were 🤯🤯 and thank you!

[@marcellcastelobranco]

Great video Scott! I didn't know them before but I'll definitely hear more the Sleep Token.

[@BillyMacSongs]

As always, Scott, solid. Glad you got your Sleep Token fix and tanks for being so generous with the giveaway.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I always try to give back when I can! Thanks for following the channel

[@jazzfunkyplayer]

Thank you for the review, Scott, very helpful (as always). I’m planning to go wireless soon, so videos like this are much appreciated. Never heard of Sleep Token, but I’ll check it out!

[@gavstar21]

Looks like a good system. I would probably class it more as a mid-tier price range when compared to some of the other wireless IEM systems you have reviewed, such as the Xvive U4. Although, that's only a mono system so perhaps I'll get myself a SLEEP TOKEN to enter the giveaway and hopefully experience what a stereo system can offer. Keep up the great work, Scott!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Yeah, I have classified those other ones as either “cheap” or “budget friendly,” where as this one is an “entry level” one and EW system is “high end” 🤘

[@bawsome98]

Been in the process of finishing my iem rack and just 2 recievers short sennheiser is always a good option for sure. Sleep token is such a good band and I hope to see them soon!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

If you get a chance to see them, they are so good live! Vessel’s vocals and the light show are 🤯

[@bawsome98]

@@ScottUhlMusic oh I believe it! I've watched some live footage on KZbin but definitely gonna try and make it to a show soon

[@Tsmarr94]

Another great video. I wonder how Sleep Token sounds with these 😁

[@tubaguy87]

XSW is what I've been recommending to my friends. Works a treat, has XLR inputs and if you have an IEM G4 that falls in the tuning range, it works with the XSW, albeit manual tuned. SLEEP TOKEN killed it at Sonic Temple this year. (As did Pantera, Slaughter to Prevail, Polyphia)

[@ScottUhlMusic]

That had to have been an incredible show to see!

[@linpet101]

Thanks for great videos played out this last weekend with in ears so nice SLEEP TOKEN

[@justinfamous_]

Great review. But here’s a Sleep Token, the static noise you get from RF interference is a great way to help you catch some Z’s!

[@johnlawless2365]

SLEEP TOKEN is a bucket list band to see live. Thanks for the content, we are currently saving money as a band to get the shure PSM 300. We are a 4 piece so drummer will be wired and the 2 guitars and bass will be wireless so getting two transmitters and 3 receivers

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! You can use that 1 transmitter 2 receiver trick on both this system and that system as well 👍

[@samueljurco2251]

Thank you for this review. Sleep Token rocks!

[@keef3790]

There’s that one band called Sleep Token that you mentioned

[@alanbland3055]

“Sleep Token “ ? Interesting name .. lol I’m not familiar but I am very familiar with your informative videos!! Good job man

[@andrijacvetanovic8825]

Went to see Sleep Token in December, it was a great show!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice!!

[@DanWolkoff]

Sleep Token is my new hit single! Thanks as always!!

[@ArtVanDelayArchitect]

thank you for recommending me Sleep Token, I didn't know the band

[@beedub_]

Looks like a nice system. I love that you share bands to check out, playing Sleep Token now!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Hope you enjoy 🤘

[@Cubeaholick]

This is awesome, the focus mode is so cool! Sleep token

[@alannoruspur5315]

I've learned so much from your videos, Scott! Thanks a lot! It looks like a decent system but I think I'll go with the EW G4 IEM. I do wonder however which system major touring acts like SLEEP TOKEN use ;)

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Sweet! Glad the video helped you make the right decision for you and your band 🤘

[@lorenzenthompson1899]

I’ve been wanting to get into IEM. Love the video. “Sleep Token”.

[@davidross6839]

I need a sleep token while im at work!

[@juscallmemickey]

Sleep token looks sweet

[@y632rewww7fg43298jdm]

Hmm... I have never heard of a Sleep Token but I will give them a listen. The show looks amazing with those lasers 😊

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Yeah, their light show was insane!

[@dataplatter]

Great way to save on a Sleep Token! I just wish someone would make a 2x2 body pack, you know in & out. And where's the Lipos and charging dock.

[@Hite515O]

I am going to listen to Sleep Token on my way to see the 30 year anniversary of The Crow in theaters tomorrow.

[@omarcristaldo7103]

Beautiful review Scott, love the sleep token feature.

[@solvikarlsson542]

I've been looking to get into some IEM's. And also I am going to see Sleep Token live in November!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Nice! Enjoy, their light show for this tour is 🤯

[@SSSColorado]

Um... Where can I see the band Sleep Token? Always great videos.

[@HunterOnTheRun]

Sleep token sounds good.

[@chrismundayguitar]

This was an awesome Sleep Token … and a seriously good vid… I have a 3 piece where 2 of us will be on iem’s and we will have a wireless mic a wireless guitar and potentially a wireless bass player on stage hoping it would be suitable. Cheers Chris

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I think that would be fine with this system for sure. Just make sure they aren’t all in 1 rack together with the antenna farm, and you should be good 👍

[@chrismundayguitar]

Thanks Scott… in the same rack will only be my wireless mic and the IEM unit… I will definitely consider the trick of running it in the stereo split mode to minimise additional RF/TX with my bass players system… our drummer is in a wired monitor solutuon

[@JukeboxProductionsDJ]

Could definitely use a SLEEP TOKEN after most of my wedding DJ gigs. This would make the setup that much simpler though

[@rjoslin]

Sleep Token. This system would be perfect for me, in 2 worship bands after not jamming/gigging for a few years. Scott, I did buy the CCA-C12 IEM's that you recommended, they're fantastic!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Awesome, I’m glad you like those!

[@Hellforsaken]

Just what I needed to know, thanks 🤘

[@rjmartine3306]

I love your equipment reviews and instructions….you get a sleep token !

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I appreciate that!

[@T-GamesYT]

Hey Scott, another great video as always. If I were to win this Sennheiser IEM system, that would be amazing as I've always wanted to play like Sleep Token🤩

[@GregTravissMusic]

I’m not taking this sleep token for granted! Thanks for your super informative videos, I’ve learned a lot from you!! 🙏

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you Greg 🙏

[@fredknee7718]

Been waiting for you to review this Scott! I need my Sleep Token Please!!

[@BrianDavid-su1re]

Another amazing review Scott! Your tech assimilation knowledge is insanely awesome!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you kindly!

[@JuanOrtizMx]

I could definitely use this new stereo monitor system and definitely give a listen to Sleep Token as you mentioned them, they should be good then!!

[@inferno-drive]

Thanks for the Sleep Token updates Scott!

[@mikehgmusic]

SLEEP TOKEN!! was here in Montréal and I missed because the tickets went sold out so quickly... it was really sad for me. I am about to buy the XSW, but don't know still if i should wait a little bit more and get the EW300... II need to put some lights to the dark signs you know? that's why I am summoning you! haha. Greetings from Montréal and thank you for your videos. I have learned a lot from wireless watching your videos.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

The red rocks show sold out instantly as well, but I was still able to go! And the G4 is a better model for sure, just depends on your needs and budget 👍

[@russellsmith7320]

Scott, you provide a lot of great information in your videos. I think I've seen them all. Looking to get into an entry level in ear monitor system. Will have to save a "Sleep Token" or two to get one. Keep up the good work!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thank you! I appreciate you following the channel 🤘🤘

[@simonfripp]

Another great video thanks Scott. Looks like the Sleep Token show was amazing.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

It truly was!

[@riversplit8206]

Seems like a great unit for the price. I wonder if Sleep Token would have used these had they started now

[@stevemears2555]

Thanks Scott. Another great video. I appreciate you educating us on gigging gear. Oh yea, Sleep Token too.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

Thanks for watching!

[@kengiron7329]

Okay, so I’m not sure if I’ve really listened to Sleep Token yet, but I have watched videos on KZbin about II. They seem like they would be right up my alley, musically. I’ll listen right now, though I’d have preferred using this IEM system to test it by listening to them.

[@ScottUhlMusic]

II is my favorite drummer now. He is unreal, and has such great taste in performing. They did an instrumental play through of Hypnosis that was just 🤯🤯🤯

[@timclark6782]

Just went to see Escape from the zoo, it was a really great show. now I think I need a sleep token. Keep up the good work!

[@SoundofaSmirk]

Red Rocks is my dream venue! Not a fan of Sleep Token but I could imagine the live show must have been incredible. These in ears would be a great upgrade to my live setup!

[@ScottUhlMusic]

I know they aren’t for everyone… but man, everyone there knew every word. It was a really cool audience too

[@SoundofaSmirk]

@@ScottUhlMusic honestly sounds killer, regardless of my personal feelings, I wouldn’t turn down that show.

[@elkhornslough]

Awesome review as usual. I'm definitely going to check out Sleep Token! Always looking for great music!

[@DEWAYNE552]

Hey Scott, Iam in the market for a stereo in ear monitor system. I am a local soundman using PreSonus 32r digital mixer. My favorite food is SLEEP TOKEN with jalapeño. lol. I plan to drive the in ear with the headphones out of my mixer, which I can control with my iPad. I can now check the mix or other monitor outs in my ears while doing FOH through the Mains. I think you see/know why this will help get the best sound for the band. Thank you doing what you do!

[@JMMinistries]

Love your videos! But sometimes I need a “SLEEP TOKEN” to go to bed lol