The cocoa Countryman E6X Directional Earset Mic, Medium Gain with Detachable 1mm Cable and 3.5mm Connector for Comtek Wireless Transmitters is a versatile blend of the E6 and the E6i earset that features a springy, thin earpiece and a flexible boom and is suitable for use when a few people will be using the same mic.

The E6X earset can be used on either ear for capturing audio and rejecting unwanted sound, feedback, or surrounding noise from stage monitors or nearby speakers in houses of worship, theater, and outdoor vocal and speech applications.

The low-profile, directional E6X earset virtually disappears against the skin, so performers will forget they're wearing a mic. This version offers medium gain for very loud speaking, such as in theater performances and most vocals. Additionally, the earset comes with two pattern-changeable protective caps for maximum isolation and gain before feedback. This directional E6X earset's cable terminates to a 3.5mm connector for direct connection to Comtek M-72 wireless bodypack transmitters.

For Stage, Theater, and Broadcast TV    Fits Comtek Transmitters    Headroom for Speaking and Vocals    Detachable 1mm Diameter Cable    Versatile, Flexible Boom    Includes Windscreen    2 x Protective Caps    Black and White Single Tie Cable Clips    Carrying Case

The Countryman earsets are very small, lightweight, and the least visible headworn microphones.

The E6 Flex or E6X offers a versatile blend of the E6 and the E6i. With a springy, thin earpiece and a flexible boom, the E6 Flex is secure on the ear and fast to fit without compromising true invisibility and sound.

The E6X's stainless steel boom is tough and can be bent and re-bent to fit different performers. It is highly resistant to makeup, sweat, and moisture when used with the supplied protective caps. The earset should always have a protective cap in place to keep sweat, makeup, and other foreign material out of the microphone.

The E6X earset's flexible boom is easily shaped right on the performer's face. Changeable protective caps let you shape the frequency response for different situations or to match other microphones. The directional earset protective caps adjust the pattern from cardioid to hypercardioid.

Easy adjustment keeps the mic in a comfortable position for rejecting unwanted sounds. The directional E6X earset provides more isolation and is suitable for situations where there are loud monitors, extreme feedback, or environmental noise.

The included removable, quick-swap cable detaches from the actual earset, making it completely replaceable in the event of a short or break. The replaceable cable design makes upgrading wireless microphone systems easy as they are available in a wide selection of connections to accommodate most wireless transmitters.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Would this kind of platform work on bleachers? Would I need to put something underneath the legs to keep it even and steady?

A: The Axler Portable Medium Duty Shooting Riser (4 x 4') is a 4ft x 4ft riser platform that requires as much space for setup. The legs are all equal height, so should it be used in a location where the ground is not level, you may need to put something under the legs to keep the platform steady and secure.

Q: 2. Is the rear entry of the 8" softbox flexible enough to expand to 4.25" diameter?

A: No. The following unit will not accommodate a 4.25 opening

Q: 3. Can the Medium (60 ) Octagonal softbox be effectively used with a dual speedlight setup or are the speedlights too weak for 60 ? (using Impact SR-SHOE-D and Impact 8 air cushioned light stand) I was looking at the 36 but the grid is separate and on back order. The 60 comes with the grid for just a few more bucks and Im sure produces much softer light.

A: As with many things, the answer is, It depends. First variable, of course, is the power of your speedlights. The second variable is the f-stop you want to achieve. For my headshots at f1.4 or 1.8, I have to use the lowest setting on my Alien Bees Digibee, which, if my math is right, is somewhere down in the single digits in terms of watt-seconds. I could certainly use my SB800's for that, even with the internal baffle. The other variable is the distance between the light and the subject. For my headshots, the front of the octabox is about 24 away from the subject, and the reflector is even closer, so very little drop-off. The reason I don't use the speedlights is because I must have a modeling light. In the above type of situation it would probably work but if you're trying to shoot a full-body shot at f5.6 with the light 6 or more feet away from the subject, probably not.

Q: 4. How well does this modifier fit on a Canon speedlight 270EX 11 while on camera?

A: Canon 270ex is a little to small for this modifier

Q: 5. Is there a silver reflective surface inside the softbox?

A: No, the inside is white.

Q: 6. Will this length in size Medium work with Sony A7Riv with 200 -600 mm zoom lens with extender? Or should I get the large size?

A: The medium should be fine. The camera and lens are 15" long.

Q: 7. Would this bag fit a Fujifilm X-T3 with a 70-300mm lens?

A: The Lowepro GearUp Creator Box II (Medium) won't fit your Fujifilm X-T3 Mirrorless Digital Camera with the FUJIFILM XF70-300mm Lens attached. The case interior dimensions are 7.1 x 5.3 x 3.2". The camera with lens attached is 8 x 4''.

Q: 8. can i get other wind protection for this mic?

A: It comes with a windscreen you can add or leave off. Furry looking.

Q: 9. Does E-TTL still work when this is used on your on camera flash?

A: I used it on my Canon 430EX II and it works fine in ETTL. You may have to set the exposure brightness one stop brighter, but it wasn't really that bad as is.

Q: 10. Can I use this with my Impact VC-500WLN 3-500Ws Digital Monolight with Transmitter Kit?

A: This item does not come with a mounting ring. You might want to confirm with B&H which impact mounting ring to use. I found a used Bowens ring locally at my nearby camera store and picked it up for $20. It has the same configuration as impact. Mine mono light was the VC300 or 320 and I'd say your 500 very likely has the same mounting configuration.