The Sennheiser EW-DX SK 3-PIN is a digital bodypack wireless transmitter compatible with EW-DX wireless receivers. Lightweight and comfortable for performers and presenters to wear, the bodypack features a rugged, all-metal housing well suited for daily use in conference rooms, houses of worship, or on stage.

The EW-DX SK 3-PIN is equipped with a 3-pin LEMO connector that accommodates the compatible lavalier or headset microphone of your choice, or an adapter cable for guitar and bass. With a remarkable 134 dB dynamic range on its input, the transmitter can handle a wide variety of sound sources, including loud vocalists and performers, connections to musical instruments, and even line-level signals from mixers, all without requiring any gain adjustment.

For EW-DX Digital Wireless Receivers    Use with Lav/Headset Mic or Instrument    3-Pin LEMO Connector    134 dB of Dynamic Range, 24-Bit Audio    3480 Frequencies on Equidistant Grid    e-Ink Display    Durable Metal Housing    Set Up/Operate from Receiver or Phone    In-Device Charging    8-Hour AA /12-Hour Rechargeable Battery

• The EW-DX SK 3-PIN features a mute button that can be locked out and overridden from the receiver or a mobile device during a performance. It quickly pairs with the receiver via Bluetooth at a distance up to 120', at the press of a button.
• The persistent e-Ink display helps you quickly name and identify the transmitter and allows you to see parameters, even when the unit is powered off.
• The transmitter provides up to 8 hours of operation on two AA batteries (included) or 12 hours with a BA 70 lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack (available separately). External charging ports allow for in-transmitter charging using the CHG 70N network charging dock (available separately).
• The EW-DX 3-PIN system utilizes an equidistant tuning grid that equally spaces 3200 frequencies across its wide 80 MHz bandwidth to prevent disruptive intermodulation issues that occur when multiple transmitters operate in confined spaces.
• The system can be expanded with multiple transmitters and receivers to offer up to 134 channels in equidistant tuning grid mode, and up to 269 channels in Link Density mode.
• The EW-DX SK 3-PIN is backward-compatible with EW-D receivers.

• The sweat-resistant, subminiature MKE 2 omnidirectional lavalier mic offers a pristine, broadcast-quality sound and is easy to conceal.
• The unobtrusive ME 2 omnidirectional lavalier mic provides a forgiving pickup pattern that captures sound equally well in every direction.
• The ME 4 cardioid lavalier mic offers a narrower, feedback-resistant pickup pattern for louder events.
• The ME 3 cardioid headset mic provides enhanced speech clarity for lectures and presentations.
• The CI 1 instrument cable lets you connect the bodypack transmitter to a guitar, bass, or keyboard.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. This is being touted as a G4 replacement, but will they have methods of mounting the receiver in sound bags?

A: This is a pertinent question which, as of mid-April 2023, Sennheiser has yet to address. Ultimately, the ability of the EW-DP EK to integrate into setups other than a strictly camera-mount scenario may be a deciding factor of its utility and the extent of its adoption within the industry.

Q: 2. Can multiple transmitters be paired with a single receiver? Similar to the Sony UWP system.

A: No, the EW-DP EK receiver is single-channel only and only one transmitter can be connected at one time.

Q: 3. Is this compatible with the EW-DX Series Transmitters?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser EW-DP EK Camera-Mount Digital Wireless Receiver is compatible for use with Sennheiser EW-DX Series Transmitters that operate within the same frequency band.

Q: 4. Can this be bound to EW-DX receivers?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser EW-DP SKP Digital Plug-On Wireless Transmitter/Recorder can be paired with [Sennheiser EW-DX wireless receivers that operate within the same frequency band.

Q: 5. Can you cascade two receivers in order for them to share 2 antennas?

A: To share antennas with two or more Sennheiser EW-D EM Digital Wireless Receivers, Sennheiser recommends using the EW-D ASA 4-Way Active Antenna Splitter with DC Distribution for EW-D Wireless Systems (B&H # SEEWDASAQRS). The EW-D ASA provides an RF active feed for up to four receivers.

Q: 6. does the transmitter allow for timecode input?

A: No, the Sennheiser EW-DP SKP Digital Plug-On Wireless Transmitter/Recorder does not allow for timecode input.

Q: 7. Is there a reason to select one of the frequencies over the others for use in the United States?

A: Yes. If you will be using the system in a specific city, you will want to choose a frequency band that avoids the strong TV and radio broadcast signal in that area in order to have more options for clear frequencies to use for wireless transmission with the microphone. Please contact us by phone, through live chat on the web, or by email and we can help you to select the best option for your location.

Q: 8. Will this microphone work with the Sennheiser L 2015 Charger?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser L2015G2 Charging Station, BH #SEL2015G2 is the appropriate charger for this transmitter, with the Sennheiser BA 2015G2 Rechargeable Battery Pack, BH #SEBA2015G2 installed.

Q: 9. If used with a the EW-DX EM 4, could use the antennas from the EM 4 by using the RF out of the EM 4 to the RF in on the EM 2?

A: Yes, the RF in of the Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 DANTE Two-Channel Digital Rackmount Receiver can be connected to the RF out (A and B) of the Sennheiser EW-DX EM 4 DANTE Four-Channel Digital Rackmount Receiver to utilize the 2 x 1/4-Wave Rod Antenna.

Q: 10. How much difference does 30mw vs 50 mw have on reliability, reception and range?

A: Every milliwat may count when tolerances are very close. It sometimes can be a game of inches.