Gearank High Notes
- 2018.05: Equal Highest Rated Guitar Wireless System
Tied With:Shure GLXD16
Drawing from their digital audio processing expertise, Line 6 produces reputable wireless systems that are specifically designed for guitars.
This wireless system features the 4th iteration of the company’s wireless technology, utilizing the 2.4GHz bandwidth at 24-bit digital conversion.
It also features DCL (Digital Channel Lock) Technology which improves signal clarity and stability by blocking out third-party signals like, Wi-Fi routers, mobile devices, laptops and more.
The dynamic range, and frequency response of this system is tweaked to better accommodate guitars and basses.
There’s also a nifty feature called “Cable Tone” which emulates the high-frequency roll-off characteristics of physical guitar cables.
Specifications:
- Transmitter: TBP12 Beltpack
- Battery: 2 x AA (Up to 8 Hours)
- Guitar Cable: TA4M to 1/4″
- Dimensions: 4.7″ x 6.4″ x 2.9″
- Weight: 1.1 bs.
- Receiver: Rackmount
- Antenna: Detachable
- Operating Range: 300 ft. Line-of-Sight
- Frequency Range: 2.4 GHz
- Frequency Response: 10Hz-20kHz
- Output: 1 x XLR, 1 x 1/4″
- Rackmount Version: N/A
- Dimensions: 1.75″ x 7.5″ x 8.2″
- Weight: 3.2 lbs.
- Features: Digital Channel Lock, Cable Tone, Powered Half-wavelength Antenna
Pros
Being an awesome wireless system nicely summarizes market response to the Line Relay G55. Most of the positive reviews are from guitarists, but there are also bassists who report no-hiccup performances with both standard electric bass and even upright ones. One user even put the G55 system to the test by running the system on a parade, and it passed with flying colors, considering that there would’ve been a lot of interference as they moved through streets. Durability are also prominently mentioned by those who have used the system for years.
Cons
There are a few users who are concerned about the guitar cable, and one even recommended buying a back-up cable from Line 6 just to be on the safe side.
Overall
With its high ratings and great durability feedback from actual long-time users, it’s hard not to like the Line 6 Relay G55 Wireless Guitar System
Although this was previously on our recommended list, there are now more highly rated options available which you can see in our guide to The Best Wireless Guitar Systems.