Which Shure Mic is the BEST for You as a DJ? BLX, PGX, GLX, SLX MICROPHONE SHOOTOUT.

I have a 2,000 QLX system which embarrassed me recently at a ceremony near a lake.. Thank god I had my BLX in my dj Case which saved the day.. I almost sold my GLX until it saved me at a Ceremony near an Ocean.. I also saved my 13 year old Samson mic which used to save me when my BLX would fail.. All Technology is usefull. With Drone Cameras, 5g phone networks and 2.4gh wifi bands all over the place, we cannot be prepared for anything

Well, I wish I could've heard about the GLX system 3 years ago before I bought it. I've had the mic for a year and a half. It doesn't go far from my dj booth or even when I'm set up for a live band. No issues for me with my GLXD24 Beta 57A at this time. I'm glad to have seen your video. Now I know.

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Thanks Terry, I have used the GLXD24 for about 4 years without ever experiencing any dropouts in several arenas that are at least a basketball court in size, both indoors and outdoors. I have viewed your channel because I was DJ'ing this weekend and my MIC grew legs and walked away. I value your opinion and thanks for giving me some real specs to help me make an informed purchase.

Looking to buy a microphone. This video was shot 2 years ago. Have there been any updates or additions to shure since then that would change your opinion?

I just got the SLXD4 Wireless Microphone system.

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Do you think the glx suitable to be used during busking where most of the time the singer stays on the same spot throughout the performance?

One note on why the GLX system has such issues in many places: it is using the 2.4 GHz band. This band is quite crowded, as it is used for bluetooth and older wifi. If you're experiencing 20 ft distances with the GLX, it's quite likely the locations your at have pervasive wifi (likely multiple networks being presented) and extensive bluetooth use.

GREAT JOB

I've gone back to this video twice to make sure I had my stuff together before buying my first wireless mic. Thanks Terry!

I Purchased a Shure SLX4 Diversity Receiver. Would I be able to buy any Shure wireless hand held and sync it with the receiver? By the way great video.

You're right about the blk systems. Super trash

I recently saw your video about the phenyex brand. How does that compare to this?

I’ve had 8 BLX Mics running in our church for 3 years and they work great. Don’t have the features of SLXD4D but it is very good for the price. My receivers are 60 ft from the stage and we never have dropouts. Most people that have reception problems don’t set them up properly.

Pg not rack mountable, not good when you need multiple units

Why don’t you tell us how you really feel Cleveland. LOL. Informative and entertaining. I love this guy.

You must have got fake BLX. My one is very reliable.

The PGX systems are absolutely the best value for money I've seen for a wireless system. Cheap enough you can convince stingy budgetmasters to jump on it and incredible range.

I’m looking for a wireless mic that would be great for tubas

BLX is base and it's still almost $500 (June 2023) !! For people just using for home karaoke it makes you want to look elsewhere for cheaper brands.

Thank you soooo much.

Absolutely brilliant review. You cracked me up. And, AND, you made my decision for me. So a win Win Win review. CLASS!

This guy’s nuts, GLX is garbage? go get a life, this guy doesn’t know what he’s talking about! Tech revews are for people with brains! feel pity to this guy’s listeners!!!

I like the way you break down things but it's too much small talk it to the point I always have to fast forward in a little bit just to hear the main part that I'm looking for

Can’t find any pgx system here in Malaysia. Probably my county had relegated 900mhz frequency spectrum for bid.

Saw many of your videos. Good stuff mein. I upgraded to a dual SLX system. But I have a question. Want to buy another for smaller events, buying another SLX, but saw you have the beta 87 over the beta 58. May I ask why? I like the 58 better especially for weddings when guests are speaking. But I notice singers/people with a more higher/squeaky voice are better on the 87a.

So your opinion on the difference between beta 87 and beta 58 and SM 58 please?

Hi terry im using the BMB UHF 800 with too mic’s are they a good brand. By the way I do weddings parties birthday parties and sometimes your backyard party they have always been dependable sometimes sometimes one mic will work on the other one won’t is there something else I should adjust the or squelch knobs on the back I’ve never tempered with them when you are right in front of my speakers they squeal any thoughts on this yours truly Dj Walt baby love

Hi Terry, enjoyed your video on the differences of the of the Shure systems. I'm looking for our church worship group. We are in a small bldg now but we want to buy equipment that will work for the bldg we are in now & for the new bldg we will be constructing. So right now I've always liked the SM58 but after watching your video I'm turning towards the SLX w/the Beta 87A mic. The mics we are using now are the Phenyx Pro, to me, you can't really hear the words of the singer and they pick up everything around them. In a Christian band, the words are the most important part. Which would you suggest that would work for our small church bldg that we are in now and the new much bigger bldg we will build? Right now the mic boxes are up on the stage don't know if in the new bldg they will be with the sound man towards the back or we may keep them with the band up front. Hope to hear from you, thanks. Carlos.

thank you, gonna buy SLX

I was about to buy the blx and this saved me from that mistake. Thank you!

bro you just saved me from buying BLX!

The GLX series uses the 2.4 band which is where Wifi often lives and if you're near access points or in an environment where there's a lot of 2.4GHz traffic like neighborhoods/hotels etc.
The SM58 and the beta 87 are two completely different mics with different characteristics. Both are directional, but the beta is hyper cardioid, which means it picks up a little bit directly behind it but more focused right in front. The SM58 rejects sound behind it but has a wider pickup in front.

Brother man Thanks for the info
For a church purpose will you still suggest SLX. I know u gonna beat me up if I get BLX lol. Also when u compare male singer mic beta 58 a vs 87. For example I don’t have a big base voice. Mine is mixed. In my understanding Shure 87 cut out base which means it’s suitable for female singer the best. Can’t wait to hear from you. God bless.

So, what is the best microphone full stop…? You don’t seem to rate shure among the top in the industry? As a singer I always found The Shure Beta 58 the best by far… Sinatra used it in the recording studio, Bono swears by it for both recording and live…

I tried Sennheiser but it wouldn’t touch the clarity of the beta 58

So just to be shure, I was looking at the Shure SLXD24/B87A-K59 handheld but it has a K59 fq, so i could better buy the GLXD Z4? Btw, very nice video!

Based on your stories and recommendation, I recently bought the wireless Shure SLXD24/SM58 microphone, and I'm impressed. Thank you for this informative video. Your comment about dropouts with the BLX stood out. I DJ around 60-70 weddings and events a year. When I started 4 years ago, I bought a $99 wireless microphone that would drop out if someone turned on their phone, causing a lot of stress. I ended up going back to a wired Shure SM58 microphone with a 100-foot XLR. You really get what you pay for with microphones. Thanks again for your recommendations.

Thank you for the video what about slxd 24

Which microphone would be better for church or outside praise and worship.

Thank you for a great explanation and advice.

The best comparison ever, may I ask which mic do you prefer to use for the SLX - Beta 58 or Beta 87A ?

Cleveland, thank you for the phenomenal video, I bought a few PGX4 systems with PGX2 SM58s (used) after watching your video. They sound amazing! I have an RE20 and an SM7b and they lack the freedom of mobility. I couldn’t be happier. Just subscribed to your channel. Thanks again! Mac

Glx gang ~>

GREAT VIDEO! a lot has changed would you mind doing a updated video of Shure microphones Was thinking about the 87a but ended up seeing the ksm8, ksm9, ksm11 (newest) Now can't make my mind up.... over all for vocal use I sing very high pitched

thanks for the video. Helpful

As a sound engineer and technical director for over 20 years, I echo everything he is saying about these different mic lines from Shure.

I’ve used all the major brands - Shure, Sennheiser, Audio-Technica, etc. I have always leaned towards Shure products for their durability and reliability.

I have had experience with all these lines plus the ULX. For me the SLX systems have been the most solid performer for the money.

In a lot of medium to larger venues I always pair these systems with an antenna distribution system with the amplified flag style antennae to boost the signal.

Almost a non-negotiable when operating a good number of mics in large spaces with lots of people.