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      A PADDLE ISN'T GOOD ENOUGH ANYMORE

      CP Stage Antenna

      Rugged IP-Rated High Performance Antenna for Wireless Mics & IEMs

      470 - 928 MHz

      MAP: $349 USD

      The CP Stage is a compact, ruggedized, circularly polarized antenna designed for in-ear monitor transmitters and wireless microphone systems. Building on the success of the CP Beam and CP Architectural antennas, the CP Stage offers high performance and reliability in a portable package, making it ideal for touring and band fly packs. 

      Housed in a lightweight yet durable IP-rated 10 x 12 x 1" weather-resistant enclosure, the CP Stage is suitable for both portable use and permanent outdoor installation. The antenna is easily connected to a microphone stand mount or wall-mounted bracket, providing a secure connection to boost signal quality for both in-ear monitors and microphones wherever you need it - rain or shine.

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      Key Features & Benefits

      Built for Better IEMs Unreliable IEMs are a disaster for live performers. The CP Stage out performs paddle antennas. Circular polarization provides a consistent signal to IEM body packs regardless of performer orientation.
      Circular Polarization Unlike "paddle" or "fin" antennas, CP Stage features a low profile circularly polarized element that delivers optimal 360º signal for IEM bodypacks and wireless microphones.
      Ruggedized IP-Rated Enclosure Built to withstand permanent outdoor installation and the abuse of global tours and flypacks, the CP Stage will remain protected in case of weather, mic stand falls or other mishaps on the road.

      About the Product

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      Circularly polarized or "CP" antennas have been the go-to choice of monitor engineers and RF pros for many years.  RF Venue's CP Beam helical is staple on tours worldwide.  With a CP antenna, signal is transmitted or received in a 360º or "corkscrew" like pattern.  This allows a high quality RF link between your bodypack IEMs or wireless mics that are moving around stage and changing their position relative to the antenna.  When using paddle antennas, these systems are more likely to drop out when moving around.  Upgrade your old paddle antennas to hear the difference.  

      CP Stage Linear Polarization vs Circular Polarization

       

      Paddle vs. CP Stage Orientation


      "It’s everything I need it to be. The CP Stage is carrying
      on the tradition of reliability that I’ve come to expect 
      from RF Venue products"

      -Drew Ganter, Monitor Engineer for Blue Oyster Cult

      Product Setup

      6 IEMs with COMBINE6 HDR

      9 Wireless Mics with two DISTRO5 HDRs
      CP Stage with COMBINE6 Hookup Diagram Two CP Stage with DISTRO9 HDR Hookup Diagram

      Note: For an in-ear monitor system, one CP Stage Antenna is required, but for wireless microphones, two CP Stages are needed for diversity receivers.

      What's Included

      One CP Stage Antenna

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      Most Common Questions Asked

      How is the CP Stage different from the CP Beam?

      The CP Beam is our premium CP antenna for large venues. It offers a more focused signal pattern with higher gain in a larger overall size.  The CP Stage has a wider pattern with lower gain, in a smaller, robust (IP Rated) package - useful in a wide range of locations.

      Why is it better than paddles?

      Circular polarization provides a consistent signal to IEM body packs (or mics) regardless of performer orientation, unlike paddles.