I'm in charge of my churches sound and the pastor was wondering about switching to rechargeable batteries. He says he is getting tired of buying batteries all the time. My question is, are rechargeable ok for wireless mics, or should I tell him to just stick with regular batteries.
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I'm glad you started this thread djet I'm tired of going through AA's too but been to busy to scope out which brand/recharger to use. Any suggestions out there?
Another great option is going out to the local batteries plus or radio shack and picking up a decent system. The church I belonged to used a charger and batteries from radio shack and they seemed to do pretty well.
Environmentally sound :sqerr:
Sorry Travis, but rechargeable's work much better than standard alkaline batteries, last for years, and put out more power than any throwaways on the market.
There's no excuse not to have a charger.
PS. Make sure you get a charger with independent channels.
We use Energizer rechargeable batteries at the company I work for, Charge them at the beginning of each event (During setup) and they are good for the whole night.
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We definitely use rechargable "AA" batteries for our cameras' flash units and keep several rechargers with us at all times. Because we go through a ton of batteries otherwise.
This way, when the flash starts getting a little sluggish, we swap the batteries out and away we go.
We also have a traditional charger for the batteries and a "quick charge" which will juice those puppies up in about 15 minutes.
Initial cost is not bad and you get that back almost immediately.
Check Sams or Costco as they usually have a pack of "AA" or "AAA" batteries with a charger included to get you started.
As far as my wireless mic goes, we are still using "traditional" 9 volt throw away alkalines, but plan on going the rechargable route very soon.
This way, when the flash starts getting a little sluggish, we swap the batteries out and away we go.
We also have a traditional charger for the batteries and a "quick charge" which will juice those puppies up in about 15 minutes.
Initial cost is not bad and you get that back almost immediately.
Check Sams or Costco as they usually have a pack of "AA" or "AAA" batteries with a charger included to get you started.
As far as my wireless mic goes, we are still using "traditional" 9 volt throw away alkalines, but plan on going the rechargable route very soon.
Radio shack had a brand called IC3
Duracell and Energizer both have a 15 minute fastcharge system.
All three are great.
Radio shack claimed 1000 recharges before losing power.
all rechargeable batteries, drills, cells, phones can be recycled at radio shack.
Do it for the children.
Duracell and Energizer both have a 15 minute fastcharge system.
All three are great.
Radio shack claimed 1000 recharges before losing power.
all rechargeable batteries, drills, cells, phones can be recycled at radio shack.
Do it for the children.
I spent a bit of money lately on cheaper chargers and I say though not sure which units are best but dont short change when buying a good charger. Battery life should be uniform and last or its not worth it to me. Also had many of the batteries charge up but while sitting a few days lose charge.
forgot to add that I have yet to find long lasting 9 volt rechargeable batteries. there are no quick charge varieties in 9 volt as well. I've tried 2 varieties of radio shack and the energizer 9 volt. they all drain pathetically fast.
i'm using a shure ulx beta 58. duracell lasts 8 hours. rechargeables last about an hour.
i'm using a shure ulx beta 58. duracell lasts 8 hours. rechargeables last about an hour.
i have a few of the radio shack chargers....they were $30.....charge in 15 minutes. works great.
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I switched to rechargeables YEARS ago and it was the best decision I made. I WHOLEHEARTEDLY endorse, recommend the Tysonic 9V, and the distributor www.thomasdistributing.com . Those folks KNOW their stuff, can answer any question and are great to do business with.
The trick is to buy a quality product. I find the Tysonics could go easily 2 shows before recharging, but I use the car charger and keep them charging after EVERY show. They never run out.
Thomas' carries a large supply of any size battery and compatible chargers. Stop filling the dumps with batteries and wasting perfectly good money. I have not paid for a battery in years, and I have only had to replace a couple of the rechargeables because I damaged one, and lost one...otherwise, they are holding up just fine!!! Best money you will spend, and you will be thanking me again YEARS from now.
http://thomasdistributing.com/tysonic-9v-nimh-batteries.htm
The trick is to buy a quality product. I find the Tysonics could go easily 2 shows before recharging, but I use the car charger and keep them charging after EVERY show. They never run out.
Thomas' carries a large supply of any size battery and compatible chargers. Stop filling the dumps with batteries and wasting perfectly good money. I have not paid for a battery in years, and I have only had to replace a couple of the rechargeables because I damaged one, and lost one...otherwise, they are holding up just fine!!! Best money you will spend, and you will be thanking me again YEARS from now.
http://thomasdistributing.com/tysonic-9v-nimh-batteries.htm
You're welcome. Check out all the offerings they have and find the one that best suits you. I love the cheap Tysonics, but there are others that may be even better for you when you see the specs...but I can speak of the Tysonics as I have used them exclusively!
I would also highly recommend using a car charger so you dont leave them at home, and so you can charge on the fly and always have a fresh battery while you are on the job.
Here is a selection of just 9V that they offer:
http://thomasdistributing.com/shop/-nimh-rechargeable--9v-nimh-batteries-c-122_104_109.html
They have added another Tysonic for a little more money with a higher rating! Even better.
I would also highly recommend using a car charger so you dont leave them at home, and so you can charge on the fly and always have a fresh battery while you are on the job.
Here is a selection of just 9V that they offer:
http://thomasdistributing.com/shop/-nimh-rechargeable--9v-nimh-batteries-c-122_104_109.html
They have added another Tysonic for a little more money with a higher rating! Even better.