Sennheiser XSW-D XLR BASE SET XLR base set - 508491

Product Overview

The Sennheiser XSW-D XLR BASE SET is a digital wireless transmitter-receiver set designed for connecting XLR microphones, dynamic handheld microphones, or line-level sources to a wireless link with XLR balanced output. The set includes an XLR female transmitter that accepts any standard XLR microphone or line source and an XLR male receiver that outputs to any professional mixer or audio system. Operating on license-free 2.4 GHz digital wireless, it provides uncompressed audio with USB charging and automatic channel management. At $319, it is a flexible base set for custom wireless microphone configurations using existing XLR microphones.

Product Description

The XSW-D XLR BASE SET provides a complete digital wireless link for users who already have an XLR microphone — dynamic, condenser, or line-level — and want to connect it wirelessly to a mixer or PA system without purchasing a complete set that includes a redundant microphone. The XLR female transmitter accepts a standard 3-pin XLR microphone, and the compact XSW-D transmitter body clips to the microphone stand or is held in the hand alongside the microphone. The XLR male receiver outputs a balanced XLR signal suitable for direct connection to any professional mixer's microphone input channel. The 2.4 GHz digital link delivers uncompressed audio with low latency, automatic channel management, and license-free operation — eliminating the RF coordination and frequency licensing associated with UHF wireless. USB-rechargeable batteries on both transmitter and receiver are charged via the included USB cable. The XSW-D XLR BASE SET is appropriate for AV integrators who need to add wireless capability to an existing wired XLR microphone system, for performers who have a preferred XLR microphone and want wireless operation, and for installation scenarios where the microphone is already specified and a wireless transmission link is all that is required.

Key Features

• XLR Female Transmitter Input — Accepts any standard 3-pin XLR microphone, dynamic or condenser (with phantom power compatibility — confirm per application).
• XLR Male Receiver Output — Balanced XLR output for direct connection to professional mixers and PA systems.
• 2.4 GHz License-Free Digital Wireless — No frequency licensing or coordination; automatic channel selection.
• Uncompressed Digital Audio — Clean, low-latency transmission for live and recorded applications.
• USB Charging — Rechargeable transmitter and receiver; USB cable included.
• Use Your Own Microphone — Compatible with any existing XLR dynamic microphone; no redundant microphone bundled.
• XSW-D Platform Compatible — Components are individually compatible with other XSW-D units for custom configurations.

Typical Applications

• Wireless conversion of existing XLR dynamic microphones
• Live performance wireless for performers with preferred XLR microphones
• Instrument microphone wireless (snare, kick, guitar cab)
• Corporate AV wireless for existing XLR podium microphones
• Installation wireless for existing XLR gooseneck or boundary microphones

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the XLR transmitter provide phantom power for condenser microphones?

The XSW-D XLR female transmitter does not provide 48V phantom power. It is designed for dynamic microphones and line-level XLR sources. Condenser microphones requiring phantom power are not compatible without an external phantom power supply.

Can I use this with a wired vocal dynamic microphone?

Yes. Any standard dynamic microphone with a 3-pin XLR connector is compatible with the XSW-D XLR female transmitter. This makes it straightforward to convert an existing wired handheld dynamic to wireless operation.

How does the XLR male receiver connect to a mixer?

The XSW-D XLR male receiver plugs directly into any standard XLR microphone input on a mixer, stage box, or PA system. No adapters or special configuration are required.

What is the audio latency?

Approximately 3.4 ms, as specified by Sennheiser for the XSW-D system — below the typical threshold of perception for live performance.

Can the XLR BASE SET components be mixed with other XSW-D components?

Yes. The XSW-D XLR female TX and XLR male RX are standard XSW-D platform components and can be paired with other compatible XSW-D receivers and transmitters for custom wireless configurations.