Wireless Mics for Weddings, Churches and Events

A wedding toast nobody can hear or a sermon that cuts out ruins the moment. Wireless mics fix that, but only if you pick the right type and set them up right. Here is what we tell people.

Handheld: the everyday choice

A handheld wireless mic is the most common and most forgiving. The person holds it close to their mouth, so it picks up their voice and not the room. That means fewer feedback problems.

For DJs and MCs, a single-channel system like the Shure BLX24/PG58 is easy and reliable. It pairs a receiver with a handheld transmitter and a vocal capsule that handles loud voices well. Step up to the Shure SLXD24+/SM58 for digital wireless with better range and sound for venues and churches.

Headset and lavalier: hands-free

A headset mic sits near the mouth on a thin boom. A lavalier clips to a shirt or tie. Both use a bodypack transmitter that clips to a belt. Pastors who walk around, officiants and fitness instructors like them because their hands are free.

A lav is less visible but farther from the mouth, so it picks up more room noise and feeds back more easily. A headset gets more voice with less gain. Ask us about bodypack options for the system you pick.

Dual systems: two mics, one receiver

Weddings nearly always need two mics: one for the DJ and one for toasts, or two for a best man and maid of honor. A dual receiver like the Shure BLX288/PG58 runs two handhelds on one box, with one power plug and one cable to the mixer.

The Technical Pro WM1302 is an affordable dual UHF system for mobile DJs and karaoke hosts. It is a good backup system too. Keep a wired Shure mic and cable in the bag as well. If a battery dies mid-toast, a wired mic saves the moment.

Frequencies, range and batteries

Wireless mics use radio frequency bands. Each mic in a room needs its own frequency, and two systems on the same one will clash. Most systems today scan for a clear channel for you. Run the scan at the venue, not at home.

Range specs are line of sight. Walls, crowds and metal cut that down, so keep the receiver in view of the mics. Always start an event with fresh or fully charged batteries. Rechargeable systems save money if you use them every weekend.

Get it set up right

We carry Shure and Technical Pro wireless systems. Joe can walk you through hooking a receiver into your mixer or powered speaker and setting levels to avoid feedback. We sell equipment only, no rentals. Prices are in our online shop. Call (323) 944-7844 to confirm stock.