The Digital Reference DR-3500 Instrument Wireless System is a low-cost UHF system with many high-end features. Automatic frequency scanning, clear sound, dependable performance, true diversity operation, Tone Lock squelch for interference rejection, soft touch controls, an LCD display, and both balanced and unbalanced outputs. All 10 user-switchable channels are compatible for easy use with multiple systems. System includes receiver, rackmounting kit, instrument cable, and bodypack transmitter.
Digital Reference DR-3500 Instrument Wireless System Features:
Serious advances in affordable professional wireless
Clear sound quality and rock-solid, dependable performance
Automatic frequency scanning finds an open channel at the touch of a button
All 10 user-switchable channels are compatible for easy use with multiple systems; no confusing frequency groups
True Diversity operation selects the better signal from the 2 receiver sections, reducing dropouts
Tone Lock tone squelch system prevents interference
Rugged metal half-rack receiver with soft-touch controls and LCD display featuring RF and AF metering
Balanced XLR and unbalanced 1/4" output jacks enable use with a wide variety of audio gear
Includes rackmount kit and detachable UHF antennas
Ground-lift switch helps eliminate audible hum caused by ground loops between the sound system and receiver
It's the system with the performance and price you've been waiting for. Order today.
Digital Reference DR-3500 Instrument Wireless System Specifications:
OVERALL SYSTEM
Operating Frequency UHF band, 656.125 MHz to 678.500 MHz
Number of Channels 10 total
Frequency Stability ±0.005%, Phase Lock Loop frequency control
Modulation Mode FM
Normal Deviation ±5kHz
Operating Range 300' typical
Operating Temperature Range 41° F (5° C) to 113° F (45° C)
Frequency Response 100Hz to 15kHz
RECEIVER
Receiving System Dual independent receivers, automatic-switching diversity
Image Rejection 55 dB nominal, 50 dB minimum
Signal-to-noise Ratio >100 dB at 40kHz deviation (A-weighted), maximum
modulation 40kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion <1% (±10kHz deviation at 1kHz)
Sensitivity 20 dBæV (S/N 60 dB at 5kHz deviation, IEC-weighted)
Intermediate Frequency 65.75MHz, 10.7MHz
Audio Output (AF Level set at "0") Unbalanced: 25 mV (at 1kHz, ±5kHz
Posted by Shredofmartyrs from Detroit, MI on Jul 8, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active musician, hobbyist.
Reviewer's Play Style: Heavy Metal, Ambient, Rock, Shoegaze
I was always skeptical on buying a wireless system as I hear many horror stories of them cutting out, tone loss, etc. I shopped around for a few weeks and came across the DR-3500. I bought it a little over a year ago and cannot say one bad thing about it. I have never had any tone loss, signal failure, or anything. It's easy to use and very handy for gigging/playing around the house. I can play my guitar upstairs, downstairs, and across the street (seriously, I've tried it) if need be. Get rid of the cord dependence! Sure, it's up there in price but you'll end up spending more money if you buy a cheaper one. Rule of thumb for buying wireless: NEVER BUY ANYTHING UNDER $250.
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A True Dependable Workhorse
Posted by Casino Cat from Las Vegas on Dec 16, 2007
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Pro Player
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock, Blues,
After trying Sure, Senheiser and EV systems I was frustrated by the lack of alternative choices without spending 1000's of dollars on a amplified system. A friend recommended I try this - I laughed at at him! I play 6 nights a week in Vegas and this system is FANTASTIC. Never drops out, never fails, sounds just as good as a cord (once you balance the gain settings). My only gripe is I have gone through several of the pre moulded cords but at 15 bucks every 6 months I can handle that. If you are looking for a great wireless at ANY price - BUY THIS ONE!!
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EXCELLENCE!
Posted by Jim Rodgers from Cincinnati on Dec 10, 2007
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Pro. Guitarist - 22 years exp.
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock / Pop
I had originally purchased a Sennheiser EW172 Wireless system. It was a great unit for about a month (maybe two dozen shows).
That unit died, so I sent it to a repair shop that shipped it off to Germany to get repaired; during that time, I picked up an identical unit off eBay, it died within a half dozen uses.
I then picked up the Digital Reference DR-3500 and I have used it for dozens and dozens of shows and it has never failed me. I like that it uses AA batteries, thus I use rechargeable batteries.
I thought Sennheiser was the best, but in my experience, this unit has outperformed TWO Sennheiser units that were almost twice the price.
I would have given the unit 5 stars for all categories if it had only had an XLR output on it...
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Great value, great syastem
Posted by KeyuvGee from Mobile, AL on Nov 3, 2007
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock
This is great for the value. If you're looking for a good wireless syastem, then I recommend the DR-3500. I have't experienced any problems with it yet. Just know that always buying batteries for the transmitter will get annoying.
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Same as Audio-Technica ATW-2110 2000
Posted by Equip. Man. from North America on Oct 2, 2007
Experience w/product: I have heard about it
Reviewer's Background: equipment manager/purchaser for gigging musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Metal
Just a quick note, this Digital Reference DR-3500 is the exact same piece of equipment as the Audio-Technica ATW-2110 2000, item # 276530. I discovered this while product comparing in my research before buying a wireless system. The support tech in live chat confirms this is the same product with a different brand name. I've decided to get the much better German-made Sennheiser EW 172 G2, which has a metal case (both receiver and transmitter), and gets much higher reviews, even if it does cost a bit more. This product, however, would be an option to seriously consider if price was an extremely limiting factor, and durability wasn't as important to me.
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