ULXD4Q (G57) vs MCR54 Quad Wireless Mic Receiver
The MCR54 Quad Wireless Mic Receiver costs about $545 more than the ULXD4Q (G57) and buys you etherCON. It takes 1 rack unit less, too.
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ULXD4Q (G57)| Spec | ULXD4Q (G57) | MCR54 Quad Wireless Mic Receiver |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | — |
| Weight | 7.6 lbs | 3.3 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | 18W |
| Depth | 274 mm | 260 mm |
| I/O count | 11 | 7 |
| Price | ~$6,950 | ~$7,495 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
ULXD4Q (G57)
- IEC C14
- RJ45 (Ethernet)
MCR54 Quad Wireless Mic Receiver
- etherCON
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerTry 15 minutes without an account. Both units are in the catalog.

