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 light beige and comes with a 1mm diameter cable. It terminates to a 3-pin Lemo connector for use with Sennheiser wireless transmitters.

Omnidirectional Pickup Pattern    Discreet Design    Stainless Steel Construction    1mm Diameter Cable    3-pin Lemo 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 1mm diameter 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. 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: 2. How is this mic when used for indoor interviews on a boom?

A: You would connect it to a compatible shockmount and that shockmount would have the threading to screw onto the end of a boompole. Typically the threading for that is 3/8''.

Q: 3. Wanting to know how well this mic "ignores" side noise. We do a lot of quick interviews in bars and brewery taprooms and our Audio-Technica AT875R attached to a Canon XA10 picks up a ton of noise off to the sides of of the mic and camera. Need something that mostly picks up what in front of it. Hoping this mic does?

A: There’s a good video on YouTube demonstrating the 875r, 897 and MKH60 and the 897 seemed to have the best off-axis rejection. https://youtu.be/XyGZA9FQudU

Q: 4. rode ntg 4plus vs this microphone?

A: This

Q: 5. 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: 6. 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: 7. Will the included XLR to 3.5mm TRS adapter cable allow me to connect this microphone to the Tentacle Sync-E audio recorder?

A: No. The included Sennheiser KA 600 XLR Female to 1/8" TRS Male Connection Cable will not connect directly to the locking input on the Tentacle Sync TRACK E Pocket Audio Recorder because the cable has a non-locking 1/8" (3.5mm) connector. As a better option, you can use the Remote Audio 3-Pin XLR Female to 3.5mm TRS Locking Adapter Cable for Sennheiser G2 Transmitter - 2' (B&H # RECASEK100L) which will connect properly to the recorder's locking input. Or if you do want to use the KA 600 Cable, you can adapt it by adding on the Hosa Technology GMM303 3.5mm Female Stereo Mini to 3.5mm Female Stereo Mini Adapter (B&H # HOASMFSMF) and attaching the Sennheiser CL1 3.5mm to 3.5mm Output Cable for EW Series Camera-Mount Receiver (B&H # SECL1), which has the proper size locking connector.

Q: 8. 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: 9. Does this mic and an XLR to 3.5mm stereo plug record in stereo on the camera, or do you need to convert to dual mono in post production?

A: If you use the recommended Sennheiser cable KA600 the microphone signal will be recorded on both channels of the camcorder.

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.