Sep 30 • 🔊 FOH
Wireless Mics Cutting Out? Here’s Why It Happens Every Sunday
Let’s be honest—nothing kills a moment faster than a pastor or worship leader’s mic cutting in and out mid-sentence. You hear the first word, then silence, then it pops back in like nothing happened.
And the first thing everyone does? Look at you in the booth 😅.
Here are the real reasons it happens in churches (and how to fight it):
1. Antennas hidden or blockedIf your receiver antennas are stuffed behind a rack or pointed at the floor, you’re asking for trouble. Always get them above head height and line-of-sight with the stage.
2. Too far from the receiverMost budget systems start struggling past 100 ft, especially if there are walls or bodies in the way. Distance = dropout.
3. Frequency chaosIf your wireless is running in the same band as Wi-Fi routers, lighting controllers, or other wireless mics, expect interference. Always scan and set clear frequencies.
4. Cheap batteriesHalf the “mystery cutouts” I’ve seen came down to weak AA batteries. Spend a few extra bucks on quality rechargeables—it’s worth it.
⚡ Pro tip: In churches where the stage is far from the booth, use remote antennas on stands closer to the platform. That single change can take you from constant dropouts to rock-solid audio.
💬 Question: What’s the biggest cause of wireless mic dropouts in YOUR church—distance, interference, or just bad batteries?
— Nate
Distance
Interference
Bad Batteries
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Wireless Mics Cutting Out? Here’s Why It Happens Every Sunday
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