An Automatic Microphone Switch for XLR vocal microphones. Pairs well with in ear monitors for bands needing some sound MUSIC bleed but not complete mute. (-16db)
When musician is in range of infrared proximity sensor :
“Mic On”
When musician is out of range of infrared proximity sensor:
” Mic off ”
(in this case:
reduces the signal by -16 dB, in the “Mic Off” positions.) so let’s call it…
“Mic Duck”
Musicians who use in ear monitoring or Wedges will most likely want this model. They may also want to reduce the stage volume to better communicate. This model isn't full mute mic switch. The PB 05-M is that version.
Audio engineers, FOH, Worship Leaders, and Band Mates
You will witness:
Better Sound clarity
Reduced possibility of feedback issues from unused open mics
Control of stage volumes ( that ringing in the ears may stop & musicians will be able to talk with each other)
More usable headroom of your monitors and FOH reinforcement amps
(Optogate is Way easier then using a noise gate).
The Optogate PB-05D attaches through the XLR 3-pin connector to the microphone then into the cable that leads to sound mixer/speaker/amp.
Powered via phantom power & can be used with dynamic or condenser mics.
It has an adjustable distance “sensitivity”
And bypass switch on top of the unit if needed.
Sound engineers will set up infrared mic range according to the vocal musicians mic technique.
Optogate is German engineered product. Here is a lil more info for you to geek out on.
The clarity of your mix and the dynamics (both on stage and in the audience) will be dramatically increased due to reduced phase cancellation and reduced unwanted background noise.
OPTOGATE is ideal for lead and backing vocal mics, acoustical instruments and talk back mics. It is the best and easiest solution for the most common problems in live applications. It eliminates unwanted background noise of other instruments into unused microphones on stage.
This really helped as we added these to all of our vocal mics in the band. It is the first time in a few years that my ears didn’t ring after the show.
I’ve purchased 3 PB-05D Optogates for my 3 wired EV ND86 mics. My live sound mix, as proven by multitrack recordings and board recordings, have much less ambient noise which makes the mix sound much cleaner.
This is a great tool! Thanks for making my live mix so much better!
I’ve been using the PB-05M for roughly 8 years on the road mixing monitors, and I won’t mix a show without it. While in the middle of a show, one less button I need to press to talk to my band or crew mates, the better for critical communication. The ability to throw it in the smallest pocket of my backpack means I don’t ever forget to leave home without it.
Optogate PB-05 M Vocal Mute Automatic Mic Mute Switch FOH, Music Directors, Drum Wash
Joel Hisaw
Optogate PB-05 M Vocal Mute Automatic Mic Mute Switch FOH, Music Directors, Drum Wash
Optogate PB-05 M Vocal Mute Automatic Mic Mute Switch FOH, Music Directors, Drum Wash
Jeffrey S Heath
Just what we needed
This really helped as we added these to all of our vocal mics in the band. It is the first time in a few years that my ears didn’t ring after the show.
Optogate PB-05 D Automatic Audio Duck Switch Play-back engineers, Monitor Engineers, Bands using In-Ear Monitors
Tim Fisher
Do you want a clean mix? Use Optogates!
I’ve purchased 3 PB-05D Optogates for my 3 wired EV ND86 mics. My live sound mix, as proven by multitrack recordings and board recordings, have much less ambient noise which makes the mix sound much cleaner.
This is a great tool! Thanks for making my live mix so much better!
Optogate PB-05 D Automatic Audio Duck Switch Play-back engineers, Monitor Engineers, Bands using In-Ear Monitors
Don Felder
GREAT PRODUCT, GREAT SERVICE & GREAT COMPANY
Love this product as it cuts out tons of unwanted sounds on vocal mics. makes mixing live so much better.
Optogate PB-05 D Automatic Audio Duck Switch Play-back engineers, Monitor Engineers, Bands using In-Ear Monitors
