LD Systems U 505 MD

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LD Systems U 505 MD

LD Systems

U 505 MD

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Product Info

Article Number: 440017
Model: U 505 MD
Category: Transmitters
Price: $192.50

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The LD Systems U 505 MD is a solid, budget-friendly option for smaller bands, karaoke setups, or presenters needing a reliable wireless mic. It's surprisingly capable for the price, offering decent sound and a good selection of channels, making it a good workhorse for basic applications where top-tier build quality isn't critical.

Product Description

  • LD Systems U 505 MD
  • Dynamic UHF hand transmitter
  • With dynamic capsule
  • For LD systems U500 systems
  • Radio frequency range: 584 - 608 MHz
  • Frequency response: 60 - 16
  • 000 Hz
  • 96 Channels (8 groups a 12 channels)
  • Characteristic: Cardioid
  • OLED display
  • Exchangeable capsules
  • IR frequency synchronization
  • Pilot tone recognition / adjustable squelch
  • Switchable RF power
  • Switchable gain
  • Selectable transmit power: 2 mW
  • 10 mW or 30 mW
  • 2x 1.5V AA batteries or rechargeable batteries
  • Length: 257 mm
  • Diameter: 51 mm
  • Weight: 0.25 kg
PROS
  • • Robust dynamic capsule handles loud vocals and instruments
  • • OLED display provides clear, useful operational information
  • • IR sync simplifies frequency matching with the receiver
  • • Multiple power settings offer flexibility in range and battery life
CONS
  • • Plastic build feels somewhat budget-oriented for frequent professional use
  • • Limited frequency range can be problematic in congested RF environments
  • • AA battery dependency can be inconvenient for extended gigs

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Key Features

Type Dynamic UHF Handheld Transmitter
Frequency Band 584 - 608 MHz
Channels 96 (8 groups of 12)
Power 2mW / 10mW / 30mW selectable
Battery Life Approximately 8 hours with alkaline batteries
Connector Proprietary LD Systems connector

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Frequently Asked Questions

Different capsules can significantly alter the tonal character; experiment to find one suited to your voice or instrument’s needs, though options may be limited.
LD Systems' IR frequency synchronization makes initial pairing straightforward, but navigating the receiver’s menu for advanced settings might require consulting the manual.
Higher power extends the range, but drastically reduces battery life; start with the lowest setting and increase as needed to optimize performance.

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