The Countryman E6s Omnidirectional Microphone is a miniature earset microphone for virtually invisible operation. The compact size and placement just in front of the ear make this microphone particularly well-suited for intimate theater and broadcast applications, or any use where low mic visibility is a key factor.

The omnidirectional pickup pattern provides a generous and forgiving pickup area around the perimeter of the capsule, while the stainless steel construction stands up to daily use, makeup, and sweat. The mic also comes with 3 different interchangeable caps that let you choose between a flat, bright, or very bright frequency response.

This version of the E6s is cocoa and comes with a 2mm diameter Duramax cable. It terminates to a Microdot connector for use with Sennheiser wireless transmitters.

Omnidirectional Pickup Pattern    Discreet Design    Stainless Steel Construction    2mm Diameter Duramax Cable    Microdot Connector    Interchangeable Frequency Response Caps    Optimized for Loud Speaking and Vocals

The miniature design is ideal for use in applications where visibility is a key factor, such as intimate theater settings and broadcasting

The stainless steel construction allows the mic to stand up to daily use, makeup, and sweat. When used with the included caps, the mic is virtually waterproof

The included 2mm diameter Duramax cable detaches easily from the headset, 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 with a wide selection of connectors to accommodate various wireless transmitters

The omnidirectional polar pattern is effective in minimizing handling noise from fabric and wind

The mic comes with 3 interchangeable caps that provide you with a flat, bright, or very bright frequency response

The mic has a medium sensitivity that is ideal for loud speaking and vocal applications

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. The MKE 600 is shown taking 1.5 volt AA batteries. Can it handle a 3.7 volt AA lithium battery?

A: No, a 3.7V AA lithium battery is not compatible for use with the Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone. Sennheiser recommends using only 1.5V or 1.2V single-use or rechargeable AA batteries with the MKE 600.

Q: 2. The XLR connector on the MKE 600 appears to be upside down, is this the case with all Sennheiser shotgun mics, or just the MKE 600?

A: Not sure what you mean by upside down, but the orientation of the XLR connector is irrelevant to the performance of the microphone.

Q: 3. Will this fit the microphone mount on the Sony FX6?

A: Yes. The Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone BH #SEMKE600 will fit the microphone holder on the handle unit of the SONY FX6 cinema camera. Dimensions:ø: 0.79 x L: 10.08" / ø: 20 x L: 256 mm

Q: 4. dose this mic work with Sennheiser SKP 100 G4 to have a wireless shotgun mic ?

A: Yes, you can use the Sennheiser MKE 600 with the SKP 100 G4 as long as you are using a AA battery to power the mic. If you want to use phantom power from a wireless transmitter instead of the AA battery to power the mic, then you can use the SKP 500 G4.

Q: 5. Would this microphone work on outdoor sets? I'm seeing it works well indoors 3-5 feet away, but nothing about outdoor sets.

A: Yes the Sennheiser MKE-600 works well outdoors as well, at the same distance of 3-5 feet from the dialog source.

Q: 6. Does any one has experience with NTG2 and AT897 as well? How do you compare these three mics? I plan to buy one of this mic to work with Tascam DR-70D for voice-over and filed recording? What will be the best choice? Thanks a lot.

A: A four-and-a-half year old question - why not? I don’t have first-hand experience with those mics but I just ordered the MKE 600. Why? It’s on sale but I preferred it over those options anyway. To me, the NTG2 is overly sharp and bright around 5-7kHz. The AT897 has a good sound and low noise but the MKE600 has a slightly more resonant-sounding 700Hz range in addition to its better balance overall. Each of these mics has a sonic signature across varied sources and environments and I found the MKE to be least annoying and, in fact, rather pleasing. I’m definitely looking forward to trying and hopefully keeping it.

Q: 7. Would this microphone work wirelessly with a Sennheiser SKP100 G3 transmitter ? I've read conflicting opinions online. Thanks

A: Provided the Sennheiser MKE 600 has a AA battery, the SKP100G3 transmitter will allow you to have a wireless shotgun mic.

Q: 8. What kind of screw size does it need to attach to a hot shoe adaptor or to mount on a boom pole?

A: To mount the MKE 600 on a boom pole you would need a 3/8" thread shock mount.

Q: 9. Anyone know what shockmount that is? I just want to buy the shockmount

A: That is the Auray DUSM-1 https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/885660-REG/auray_dusm_1_universal_shock_mount.html

Q: 10. Does the mke 600 support plugin power?

A: The Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone can be powered with a single AA battery or with 48V of phantom power, which is a much higher amount of voltage than plug-in power. Phantom power is delivered through an XLR mic input while plug-in power is typically 1 to 10V and it is delivered through a 3.5mm mic input. The MKE 600 will not work with plug-in power from a 3.5mm mic input, but will work with phantom power from an XLR mic input.