Not a Dream! Not a Hoax! Not an Imaginary Story!

Not a Dream! Not a Hoax! Not an Imaginary Story!

More details here, but here's the official press release:

April, 2015 - Las Vegas, NV, NAB 2015 -- Lectrosonics is introducing the smallest full-featured UHF bodypack microphone transmitter available - the SSM (Super Slight Micro). Part of the Digital Hybrid Wireless® Series, the SSM is fully compatible with all current Lectrosonics receivers including the UCR411A, SR Series, L Series, and Venue Series, along with several older models via compatibility modes. The SSM features a wide tuning bandwidth of three standard Lectrosonics blocks or up to about 76 MHz depending on the specific frequency range. RF power is selectable at 25 or 50 mW for flexibility in various applications. Dimensions for the SSM are 2.52 x 1.48 x 0.57 inches or 64.25 x 37.6 x 14.5 mm, and weight is 2.3 oz or 66 grams, including battery.

The SSM is available on four different frequency ranges for worldwide use: A1 (470.100 - 537.575 MHz or blocks 470, 19 and 20), B1 (537.600 - 614.375 MHz or blocks 21, 22 and 23), C1 (614.400 - 691.175 MHz or blocks 24, 25 and 26) and D1 (for export only, 691.200 - 767.975 MHz or blocks 27, 28 and 29). Tuning steps of 100 or 25 kHz can be selected in the menu, allowing for up to 3,072 frequency choices, depending on the band.

The SSM features an all-metal housing and uses the rugged, industry standard Lemo 3-pin microphone connector common to other bodypack transmitters used extensively in theatrical and TV applications. Thus, existing lavaliere and headworn microphones already terminated with this connector can be used with the SSM without an adapter. Different bias voltages and termination impedances can be selected via the transmitter's menu for optimum performance with a wide range of microphones. Pre-set values for several microphones are included as menu choices for DPA, Countryman B6/E6, Sanken COS-11, Sennheiser MKE1/MKE2, along with standard dynamic microphones and line-level input sources.

An infrared sync port on the SSM allows for quick setup with compatible receiver systems. A backlit LCD allows for ease of setup in any lighting conditions. A micro-B USB port makes it possible for firmware updates in the field as advanced features are added in the future. The SSM responds to remote commands for frequency, audio level, sleep modes and other settings from the RM remote unit or 3rd party smartphone apps. The hardened, stainless steel belt clip can be securely attached or easily removed without tools. The SSM is powered by an included 3.7v rechargeable lithium-ion flat pack battery.

"The demand for an ever-smaller bodypack transmitter has been with us for years." states Karl Winkler, director of business development for Lectrosonics. "The only way to make a full-featured unit smaller than the SMV was to change the battery type and the microphone connector. We chose the Lemo 3 because it is small, rugged, reliable, and already an industry standard. The battery was chosen for its availability, size, shape, and reasonable run time. All in all, the SSM is a really exciting product for us and we appreciate all the ideas and suggestions we've received from our customers pushing us in the right direction with this product."

NOTE: This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained.

Make your SR a SuperSlot Machine

Make your SR a SuperSlot Machine

Beginning in May, Lectrosonics is offering upgrades to any SR Series receiver to enable remote control compatibility with the SuperSlot found in the Sound Devices SL-6! Here's the announcement:

Recently, the fine folks at Sound Devices announced their new mixer with the SuperSlot feature.   The Superslot SL-6 accessory allows docking an SR series slot receiver with the mixer and, with the appropriate upgrades, can even be controlled through the mixer's interface.  Audio pathways, RF multicoupler, power and control are all provided via the SL-6 to the 688 mixer. The SL-6 can hold/control three dual channel receivers.

All Lectrosonics SR series receivers can be upgraded to allow the control capabilities

IMPORTANT!  ALL SR series receivers can and will work with the SuperSlot without remote control as is. They will provide two channels of audio and receive power and RF from the SuperSlot. The upgrades are only required if the remote control capability is desired.

If the unit is an SR or SRA, SRA/5P, it will need to be converted to an SRB with an SRSuper endplate.  The RF, Audio boards and end plate will be replaced. Basically, all that remains of the original unit original is the top plate and the outer shell. The cost is $1007.00 plus shipping and taxes (if applicable).  The returned unit will be a full SRB conversion with SuperSlot control capability. The original end plate sent in with the unit will be returned (if one was included).

If the unit is an SRB or SRB5P, the cost for conversion will be $535 plus shipping and taxes (if applicable) and will include an new audio board, complete system checkup and new SRSUPER end plate.

As with all upgrades, both service levels will include a complete receiver checkup, calibration and any applicable firmware/hardware updates applied.


The upgrade is a factory only upgrade. You can contact the Lectrosonics' customer service department at [email protected] or 1-800-821-1121 for a repair order number and shipping instructions or you can bring your receivers into Gotham and we'll take care of it for a nominal shipping and handling charge. The conversion service is planned to begin on May 1, 2015.

Free Flask Low-Hyperbole Sales Special

Free Flask Low-Hyperbole Sales Special

It's the end of the year. You're tired. We're tired. Just...just buy something, okay? And if you order more than $50 worth of anything through our website before the end of the year, we'll give you a nice Lectrosonics flask which you can fill with the revitalizing beverage of your choice. So how about it, huh?

(Flask will not actually appear on your online sales order, but rest assured, we will include it.)

Lectro L Series Now in Pre-Order! Special Intro Kit Price!

Lectro L Series Now in Pre-Order! Special Intro Kit Price!

The Lectrosonics L Series Wideband wireless units will be shipping in January and they're generously offering a great introductory promo deal when you buy a kit before January 30th, 2015 - buy an LR Receiver with either the LMb or LT transmitter in the block of your choice and get  a whole passel of FREE accessories!

The LR/LMb Wideband Wireless Kit contains the ultra-compact LR receiver, designed for use with compact HD cameras; the LMb transmitter with a fixed antenna and 50 mW RF output; and accessories (enumerated below!)

$1998.00
(Regularly $2264.55!)

​The LR/LT Wideband Wireless Kit contains the aformentioned ultra-compact LR receiver; the LT transmitter with removable antenna, selectable 50/100 mW RF power, line input level select, and RM remote control capability; and the selfsame accessories!

$2388.00
(Regularly $2654.55!)

Each kit is available in several three-block frequency ranges: A1 (470.100 - 537.575 MHz), B1 (537.600 - 614.375 MHz), or C1 (614.400 - 691.175 MHz) and contains:

  • (1) Receiver
  • (1) Transmitter
  • (1) M152/5P lavalier microphone
  • (1) LRSHOE camera shoe mount for LR Receiver
  • (1) MCSRXLR cable, TA3F to XLRM
  • (1) MCLRTRS cable, TA3F to 1/8" TRS
  • (1) CCMINI zippered pouch

Check out Karl Winkler's feature videos for the L-Series transmitters and LR receiver or our L-series comparison chart for more information!

CCW Starts Wednesday, Nov. 12th!

CCW Starts Wednesday, Nov. 12th!

Wednesday, November 12th
& Thursday, November 13th
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
655 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001

Come see Gotham Sound and a host of special guests including Radio Active DesignsRF Venue, Zaxcom, Lectrosonics, and Sound Devices at Booth 1314 at CCW next week!

Register for a FREE pass to the exhibits show floor here or enter code NY193! Hurry, Monday, November 10th is the last day for free registration!

Here's the booth schedule:

Wednesday, November 12th Thursday, November 13th
10-12pmRF Venue10-12pmRF Venue
12-12:30pmSound Devices12-1pmRadio Active Designs
12:30-2pmRadio Active Designs1-1:30pmSound Devices
2-4pmZaxcom1:30-3pmRadio Active Designs
4-6pmLectrosonics3-5pmLectrosonics

Hope to see you there!

To L and Back!

To L and Back!

Lectrosonics has announced the introduction of three new 'Large Bandwidth' wireless systems - the LMb and LT Wide Band Transmitters and the LR Wide Band Receiver! For more pictures and details, check out the full press release below the jump!

Slot Machines

Kevin "Practitioner of Wireless Black Magic" Parrish passes on this note regarding (revised) frequency selection and programming instructions for Lectrosonics SRb/5p Series Wireless Microphone Slot-Receivers:

There appears to be some confusion regarding the frequency separation requirements needed between RX-1 & RX-2.

The attached Technical Note will provide you with updated instructions that applies ONLY to SRB5P series slot-receivers… Please keep this information for future reference if by change you’re still using the old “A” series slot-receiver.

Download here:  SRb_FreqOffset_Notice.pdf

Get a FREE Lectro Flask!

Get a FREE Lectro Flask!

Update 2/24: We're out of flasks! We'll let you know when we're back in stock!

If you purchase anything online (still with free 2-Day shipping anywhere in the continental US), we'll send you a free Lectrosonics flask, while supplies last. Handsomely modeled after Lectrosonics' best-selling SMQV, this decanter would feel at home on any cart and is perfect for the dedicated phialphile.

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