Mipro MI-58R
Digital 5.8 GHz In-Ear Monitoring Pocket Receiver
- Frequency range: 5,725 - 5,850 GHz
- LC display
- Very compact, lightweight plastic housing
- Headphone output: 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
- 120 mW @ 16 Ohm
- Weight including batteries: 98 g
- Dimensions: 63 x 82 x 23 mm
- Includes E-8S in-ear headphones and rechargeable battery
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Available since November 2024
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Item number 603024
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Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
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Incl. Earpieces Yes
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Type Receiver
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Frequency range 5725 MHz – 5850 MHz
Receive a crystal-clear in-ear signal
Mipro's MI-58R, sold here separately as a single receiver unit, is designed to expand an existing MI-58 system. The series is aimed at musicians who demand clean and transparent monitoring audio, without the artefacts typical for analogue wireless systems: Because the entire signal path is digital, the sound is free of compression or other technical side-effects that can alter or distort it. Similarly, the connection between the transmitter and the receiver is stable and reliable, with a latency of less than 4ms, which is scarcely audible. As the name suggests, the MI-58 series uses the 5.8GHz frequency band, which is free to use without a licence worldwide – another reason the system is so popular in mobile setups, for smaller stages or rehearsal spaces, or in permanently installed setups.
Customising the signal
The Mipro MI-58R bodypack is robust and compact – intended for continuous stage use. The receiver comes with a set of in-ear headphones, although for charging it has to share the docking station from the main MI-58RT set. There are a number of key settings that musicians themselves can adjust on the receiver. Besides volume control, functions include fine-tuning the sound, including optimising the highs and lows to personal preference – this really helps make the most of the system's excellent signal quality. Another feature with a genuine practical benefit is the balance function: When receiving a mono-mix signal, made up for instance of separate vocal and instrument channels, a performer can precisely set the relative level of the two sources. By panning two receivers to the far left and right, respectively, they can even output two entirely different mono inputs.
For everyday life on stage
Musicians and technicians looking for clear, clean IEM audio have an ideal solution in Mipro's MI-58 series. Thanks to the 5.8 GHz technology, one transmitter can supply the same in‑ear mix to as many receivers as needed, allowing bands to grow their monitoring setup with minimal complexity. It should be noted that the 5.8GHz frequency band is limited technologically to shorter ranges than (for instance) UHF systems, with the shorter wavelength also increasing its susceptibility to physical obstructions: This means that the MI-58 is perfect for reliable monitoring wherever the distances involved are not unusually long. This isn't to say that the system isn't suited to professional use: Alongside the outstanding digital audio quality, the devices themselves are very well made, and clearly designed for frequent installation and transport. The transmitter can even be fitted in a 19" rack with Mipro's own accessories.
About Mipro
Established in 1995 in Chiayi, Taiwan, by wireless and audio engineer K.C. Chang, Mipro has become a leader in high-quality wireless audio systems. Now run by his son Solomon, the company specialises in wireless microphone systems, portable sound systems, in-ear monitoring solutions, tour guide systems, and camera receivers. In 2014, Mipro Germany GmbH was founded in Hardthausen, near Heilbronn, to enhance customer service and ensure smooth delivery across Germany. Mipro adheres to the latest manufacturing standards and holds top-tier classifications from the Electronics Association. In Germany, the company is TÜV-certified under DIN ISO-9001:2000, a testament to its commitment to quality.
The right connections for every use case
Combining near-effortless setup, crystal-clear signal, and stage-ready construction, the MI-58 is an IEM system that can play to its strengths whatever the setting. The transmitter has a set of versatile connections that enable a variety of monitoring setups: The combo jacks on the rear accept XLR mic cables and 6.3mm instrument lines, either as a stereo signal or as a mono monitor feed. Further flexibility is provided by the system's deliberate modularity – more receivers can be added almost without restrictions, and multiple transmitters can also be linked and controlled as one unit, which is a major benefit for larger rigs or permanent installations. But it's still the performance of the technology itself which is most noteworthy here, with the high-quality, low-latency transmission making it suited for all kinds of signals, including vocals and rhythmically unforgiving instruments like drums. All in all, the Mipro MI-58RT offers a coherent balance of clear audio, straightforward operation, and a well‑implemented wireless platform.