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Best Receivers Under $2,000 2025

Affordable receivers under $2,000 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Live Performance For Theater For Broadcast For Church For Events For Presentation
BRANDS: Sennheiser Shure Mipro LD Systems
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante Q1-9 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante Q1-9

by Sennheiser
Church Live Performance Events
Key Feature:
• Advanced frequency management
✓ PROS
  • • Reliable signal transmission
  • • Multiple channel capability
✗ CONS
  • • Can be expensive for multi-channel setups
  • • Requires compatible transmitters

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante Q1-9Digital 9.5" Dual-Channel Dante ReceiverEW-DX seriesFrequency range Q1-9:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 549429
$1,484
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 R1-9 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 R1-9

by Sennheiser
Broadcast Events Church
Key Feature:
• Rack-mountable for permanent installations
✓ PROS
  • • Advanced frequency management
  • • Rack-mountable for permanent installations
✗ CONS
  • • Battery management for transmitters needed
  • • Can be expensive for multi-channel setups

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 R1-9Digital 9.5" Dual-Channel ReceiverEW-DX seriesFrequency range R1-9: 520-607.8...

⭐ 4.8/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 549457
$1,154
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 S2-10 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 S2-10

by Sennheiser
Broadcast Presentation Church
Key Feature:
• Professional wireless audio reception
✓ PROS
  • • Multiple channel capability
  • • Reliable signal transmission
✗ CONS
  • • Can be expensive for multi-channel setups
  • • May need frequency coordination

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 S2-10Digital 9.5" Dual-Channel ReceiverEW-DX seriesFrequency range S2-10: 614.2-693.8...

⭐ 4.8/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 549458
$1,154
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 U1/5 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 U1/5

by Sennheiser
Presentation Theater Church
Key Feature:
• Advanced frequency management
✓ PROS
  • • Reliable signal transmission
  • • Multiple channel capability
✗ CONS
  • • Can be expensive for multi-channel setups
  • • Requires antenna setup for optimal performance

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 U1/5Digital 9.5" Dual Channel ReceiverEW-DX SeriesFrequency range U1/5: 823.2-831.8 MHz...

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 549461
$1,154
Buy at Thomann View Details
Catchbox Plus Hub2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Catchbox Plus Hub2

by Catchbox
Presentation Events Theater
Key Feature:
• Advanced frequency management
✓ PROS
  • • Advanced frequency management
  • • Rack-mountable for permanent installations
✗ CONS
  • • Can be expensive for multi-channel setups
  • • Requires antenna setup for optimal performance

Catchbox Plus Hub22-Channel RecieverWith graphical user interface1.8 / 1.9 GHz-BandBuilt-in antennasLatency: 12...

⭐ 4.9/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 599566
$1,044
Buy at Thomann View Details
Mipro ACT-828 5UA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Mipro ACT-828 5UA

by Mipro
Church Live Performance Events
Key Feature:
• Multiple channel capability
✓ PROS
  • • Rack-mountable for permanent installations
  • • Reliable signal transmission
✗ CONS
  • • Battery management for transmitters needed
  • • Can be expensive for multi-channel setups

Mipro ACT-828 5UADigital UHF 2-Channel Receiver with 72 MHz Switching BandwidthFrequency range: 482 - 554 MHz224 Preset...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 600809
$1,704
Buy at Thomann View Details
Catchbox Plus Hub2D - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Catchbox Plus Hub2D

by Catchbox
Theater Broadcast Events
Key Feature:
• Reliable signal transmission
✓ PROS
  • • Rack-mountable for permanent installations
  • • Professional wireless audio reception
✗ CONS
  • • Requires compatible transmitters
  • • Can be expensive for multi-channel setups

Catchbox Plus Hub 2 Dante2-Channel RecieverWith graphical user interface1.8 / 1.9 GHz-BandBuilt-in antennasLatency: 12...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 599567
$1,693
Buy at Thomann View Details
Catchbox Plus Hub4 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Catchbox Plus Hub4

by Catchbox
Events Live Performance Presentation
Key Feature:
• Reliable signal transmission
✓ PROS
  • • Advanced frequency management
  • • Reliable signal transmission
✗ CONS
  • • Requires antenna setup for optimal performance
  • • Can be expensive for multi-channel setups

Catchbox Plus Hub44-Channel RecieverWith graphical user interface8-channel automixer with DSP1.8/1.9 GHz bandBuilt-in...

⭐ 4.4/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 599603
$1,583
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Q1-9 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Q1-9

by Sennheiser
Live Performance Presentation Theater
Key Feature:
• Advanced frequency management
✓ PROS
  • • Professional wireless audio reception
  • • Advanced frequency management
✗ CONS
  • • Battery management for transmitters needed
  • • Requires antenna setup for optimal performance

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Q1-9Digital 9.5" Dual Channel ReceiverEW-DX SeriesFrequency range Q1-9: 470.2-550...

⭐ 4.5/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 549427
$1,154
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante S2-10 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante S2-10

by Sennheiser
Presentation Events Broadcast
Key Feature:
• Multiple channel capability
✓ PROS
  • • Rack-mountable for permanent installations
  • • Multiple channel capability
✗ CONS
  • • Battery management for transmitters needed
  • • Requires antenna setup for optimal performance

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante S2-10Digital 9.5" Dual-Channel Dante ReceiverEW-DX seriesFrequency range S2-10:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 549465
$1,418
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante U1/5 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante U1/5

by Sennheiser
Events Live Performance Presentation
Key Feature:
• Advanced frequency management
✓ PROS
  • • Professional wireless audio reception
  • • Reliable signal transmission
✗ CONS
  • • May need frequency coordination
  • • Battery management for transmitters needed

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante U1/5Digital 9.5" Dual-Channel Dante ReceiverEW-DX seriesFrequency range U1/5:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 549466
$1,374
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante R1-9 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante R1-9

by Sennheiser
Broadcast Theater Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Rack-mountable for permanent installations
✓ PROS
  • • Multiple channel capability
  • • Professional wireless audio reception
✗ CONS
  • • Battery management for transmitters needed
  • • May need frequency coordination

Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Dante R1-9Digital 9.5" Dual-Channel Dante ReceiverEW-DX seriesFrequency range R1-9:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 549463
$1,484
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Receivers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced receivers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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