The Samson Concert 88 Wireless Handheld Microphone Systemis a simple-to-use, cost-effective audio solution designed to provide vloggers, videographers, and mobile journalists with reliable, quality-sounding speech and dialog for applications ranging from wedding and YouTube videos to reportage, event coverage, and interview work.

This system features a CH88 handheld transmitter with a Q8 dynamic mic capsule with a supercardioid polar pattern, great for limiting unwanted background sound in noisy interview situations. It also comes with the CR88V camera-mount receiver, which connects to your DSLR/mirrorless camera or recording device via either the included locking 3.5mm or XLR output cables. An independent headphone output allows you to monitor your mic in real time.

Both components feature simplified operation to save you time in the field. Simply select a clean channel from 16 UHF frequencies available on the receiver and sync the transmitter via the IR interface at the press of a button. The lightweight handheld transmitter runs on two AA batteries for up to 8 hours, while the receiver runs on a removable, rechargeable battery for up to 12 hours. A USB external battery charger and two rechargeable batteries are provided so you can keep working without interruption.

For Mobile Journalist, Videographer    Supercardioid Handheld Transmitter/Mic    Diversity Camera-Mount Receiver    16 Selectable Frequencies    Easy to Use, Simple Setup    Headphone Output for Monitoring    8-Hr AA and Rechargeable Batteries    Up to 8 Mics on Set / 300' Range

• CH88 handheld transmitter with Q8 dynamic supercardioid microphone capsule 
• 16 selectable frequencies allow you to find a clean channel at your location
• Two diversity antennas for consistent reception of signal transmission at a range up to 300'
• IR function lets you effortlessly sync the transmitter to the receiver's frequency
• Up to 8 compatible wireless mics may be used on set at once
• Input gain control adjusts the transmitter's input sensitivity 
• Microphone can be muted via the power/mute switch on the transmitter
• Receiver's output-level control adjustable for camera/recorder
• Receiver features an independent 3.5mm headphone monitor output with level control
• Tone-key and auto-mute ensures clear, interruption-free performance by allowing only the transmitter’s audio to pass through the receiver, and muting the output if there is any interference
• Receiver can be mounted on your camera using the built-in shoemount adapter or clipped to your strap
• Transmitter runs on 2 AA batteries for up to 8 hours of shooting time
• Receiver operates on a replaceable, rechargeable lithium-ion battery for up to 12 hours
• Includes two rechargeable batteries
• A battery level indicator lets you know when it's time to swap the rechargeable battery
• Receiver's output cables include a 3.5mm-to-3.5mm and a 3.5mm-to-XLR-M audio cable
• For hands-free interviews, you can add an LM10 omnidirectional lavalier microphone and CB88 bodypack transmitter to your system

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What type of a mic adapter end fits in the body pack?

A: The body pack transmitters require a compatible female 3 pin mini XLR connector.

Q: 2. can I get a headset mic and a guitar system? with the 288

A: Unfortunately Samson does not offer a bundle that comes with the headset and guitar cable for it. The closest you can get to it would be to get a Samson Concert 288 that comes with two belt pack transmitters like B&H # SASWC288PRSI (https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1121211-REG/samson_swc288pres_i_concert_288_presentation_dual_channel.html) with the Samson GC32 guitar cable to use with one of the belt packs. http://www.samsontech.com/samson/products/accessories/samson-parts-and-accessories/swagc32/

Q: 3. Can this system expand to 16 microphones?

A: Yes, however: The receiver on this system is a single channel receiver (just like one radio receiver, it will only be able to "tune" into one radio station). This system accommodes/includes 16 channels that are available, individually to a single transmitter, choosing one of the 16 channels available on the receiver.. If 16 microphones are needed (0r any number from 2 up to 16), an additional system (another microphone with another transmitter) may be used in the same area.

Q: 4. Under diversity it says "Antenna Diversity, True Diversity" but it has just two antennas. So it is just true diversity when one channel is in use?

A: True diversity, as described with the Samson Concert 288 Presentation Dual-Channel Wireless Microphone System with 2 Headset Mics & 2 Lav Mics, infers that a receiver has dual antennae as well as dual internal chips to assess and choose the stronger antenna reception of an incoming signal. A dual channel receiver with independent internal diversity chips can still be considered true diversity for this reason.

Q: 5. Will a heil capsule work on the handheld mic , using the base as the transmitter to the receiver for better bass solo sounds?

A: This will only work with the Samson capsule

Q: 6. Is the cable to connect to my mixer included? If not, what is the exact cable I need?

A: No, the receiver output cables are not included with the wireless system. The receiver has individual 1/4" TS outputs for each of the channels and a single XLR output that sends a combined signal with the audio from both microphones. So you can use either two 1/4" TS cables (standard instrument cable) like the Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series 1/4" Male to 1/4" Male Instrument Cable (6' (B&H # KOI3006) or use an XLR cable like the Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR Male to XLR Female Microphone Cable (6', Black) B&H # KOM3006).

Q: 7. what is channel A B C D ?

A: Channel A,B,C or D refers the the frequency the mixrophones transmit on. If buying multipe systems you should buy different frequencies.

Q: 8. can yiou use the samson airline88 microphone with the samson 88x transmitter?

A: Yes

Q: 9. How long is the cable?

A: 16.5 inches

Q: 10. Can this take a line level input without distorting?

A: The transmitter for the Samson Concert 88 Camera UHF Wireless Lavalier Mic System is not designed to receive a true line level signal. Only mic level and instrument. You may attenuate your signal before going into the transmitter using a line to mic pad or variable attenuator; B&H SEMULTIPAD.